I should have written this review a long time ago, but life happens…read more Gary is that guy. Talk to him openly and honestly about what's going on and what you need. He will have an open, honest and helpful conversation with you about what can/should be done to achieve your goal without talking over your head. The work that was done for my Grammy and I was great and the cost was fair. When we're able to move to the next phase of our work, we will be calling on Gary again. We need more Gary's in the world.

Used the services of Legacy last year for siding , roof and windows. Gary met with my husband and I…read moreand agreed on a contract that fit our budget. My husband was a very tough costumer,Gary was patient and professional the entire time. I would definitely use this company again.

DISASTER. Turn and run. We hired Joe for a large 203K project. We had problems from the very…read morebeginning: he was slow to start, kept changing his mind about the game plan, complained about the fact that he could get no money up front--terms of the 203K that he had of course agreed to--and pressured us to give him significant up-front money to "help him start". He instructed me in June of 2024 to rush to buy materials for a small bathroom that was still mostly unfinished in April of 2025; that kind of thing happened multiple times. His workers were inadequately supervised, and he was difficult to reach, often saying things like I'm at a kid's soccer game, out to dinner with my daughter, etc. The way that 203K's work is that HUD inspectors come out at regular intervals to make sure that adequate work has been done to make a draw from the total budget. Joe did a bunch of stuff merely to look busy to justify the first draw, in August: a slap-dash exterior paint job over crumbling paint that made a mess and did not hold, for instance. Between the first and the second draw, there was slow but meaningful progress--but by then we were 5 months into a job that we were told would take 4-6 months, and nowhere near done. During much of that 3-month interval he had just one guy working on our huge project, an electrician. After the second draw, in late November, he basically just stopped working on the house. We were making double housing payments the whole time, of course, so we panicked. We were almost out of money. After numerous calls and messages failed to get him to pick up the pace, at the urging of our lender, we scheduled a third draw, 3 months after the second one. At that draw, the HUD inspector certified that no work had been done, so no funds would be paid out. That's when we finally worked up the nerve to fire him. It was terrifying, because our lender told us that we would have trouble getting anyone to take on such a large project with only what was left in the budget after Joe depleted it. By the grace of God, we did find one. He swept in and got the job done in about 4 months. We finally moved in almost exactly one year after closing. Of course we had two mortgage payments the whole time. The work could have been finished within 6 months, or close to it, if we had found a great contractor like the one we found after we fired Mr. Depiano. Working with Mr. Depiano was harrowing. We were newbs at this, and therefore easy to fool. DON'T MAKE OUR MISTAKE.

Joe and the team were awesome to work with. They installed a French drain in my crawlspace. They…read morewere always on time, worked with me on how to best accomplish the construction goals and did a great job keeping me informed of both next steps and how much longer the project would take. We will be working with them for future projects and I highly recommend them!

Sam and his team helped us renovate a pool room into a music studio. They painted, installed…read morechandeliers and recessed lighting, and removed cabinetry. Sam called every day to check in on our satisfaction with that day's work and was passionate about ensuring everything aligned with our vision. His contractor Eric was very friendly, knowledgeable, and did great work. We love the result!

Sam and his team were very professional and communicative. This job proved to be more of a…read morechallenge than any of us anticipated, but the team communicated well, handled all complications, and were professional throughout.

We used Glidden Construction for several things because we liked Lloyd and thought he did a great…read morejob. Unfortunately, over the years we have discovered problem after problem with the work his team did. It has cost us so much extra time and money.

Last year we had Glidden update our kitchen, washroom and 1/2 bathroom. When I say update it…read moredoesn't accurately describe the complete rehabilitation our home received. Our home is now inviting from the moment you walk in the door and see the beautiful kitchen ahead. Every piece of work by Lloyd and his team has held up incredibly and has been so easy to maintain. From the beautiful counter tops to our special cat box the update has done so much for our home. I would highly recommend Glidden for any home renovations you are looking for as they are great to work with and the quality of the work will leave you smiling long after.

I have waited over 5 years to make this review ...... this contract took advantage of us being out…read moreof state during our add on to our home, went over budget, took 18 months and left our home not complete. Caused many tears, heartache and re-dos to finish the project

When we lost our home in a house fire, we were thrown into complete shock, uncertainty and outright…read moredespair. In the middle of trying to understand insurance, inspections, and the many hurdles of rebuilding, I asked several friends and neighbors familiar with the construction business if they knew of a trustworthy contractor. Every one of them told me that no such thing exists. I can say, unequivocally, that they were wrong. Third Story Philly is exactly that--and more. From the very beginning, while mourning our home, our belongings and our beloved animals, Phil Katz stepped in with a level of care and expertise that changed everything for us. His knowledge is both broad and considered, spanning design, permits, zoning, financing, and the many specialty projects that arose during the process. Phil helped us navigate an overwhelming process when we were in a state of unparalleled grief and had truly no idea what we were doing. He also brought with him a network of high-quality vendors and specialists throughout the city, which ensured that every aspect of our project met the highest standards. 3rd Story Philly built us out dream home--a highly unique, fully custom house filled with unusual ideas and one-of-a-kind details. Zach not only understood our vision immediately, but he also executed every single unconventional request with precision and artistry. His craftsmanship elevated our ideas into a finished home that is even more beautiful than we imagined. Throughout the project, both Phil and Zach were unfailingly responsive and present. Every call was answered, every concern was addressed, and every problem that came up was solved with patience and clarity. Their team's work is impeccable, and the end result is a home that is structurally flawless and stunning in its design. They gave us a lifeline with the dedication of true professionals and renewed our faith in the goodness of people. At a time when we felt like we couldn't trust anyone with our best interests, Phil and Zach proved themselves to be people of rare integrity. I would recommend them without hesitation and would happily provide a verbal or written reference to anyone considering a project with them.

Had this team do my basement renovation. Workers were great; they were friendly and quick working…read more My basement was a total mess and they worked hard to transform it into a fully functioning office space/living area. I would recommend them and would use them again in the future for any construction needs!

Frank and his guys from First Class Home Renovations did an incredible job on my place of business…read more They did all the inside work and outside work, as seen in the pictures below. Frank has a great eye for anything interior and exterior. In the beginning stages he was also able to help me with the designing of my logo, which came out amazing! I highly recommend First Class Home Renovations!

EXTREMELY satisfied with the job they did for me. Seth is terrific. Has a good eye for what needs…read moreto be done. I can't recommend them highly enough. They will be doing another job for me in the future, I know it's in good hands!

AVOID THIS COMPANY! Had flooring installed by them weeks ago and it is cracking already. They also…read moreinstalled a toilet which leaked a few weeks after the installation. Total trash company. One owner left the company and the remaining owner is unresponsive to issues.

Very professional, knowledgable, and fairly priced. The work we needed done was finished in a…read morereasonable amount of time and looked great afterward! I just can't say enough good things! I've already recommended Hickory Building and Remodeling to my boss who is in need of some work done on his home. You will not go wrong in hiring Joe and his team!

I can't say enough great things about Joe and his guys at Hickory Building and Remodeling. I've…read moresince recommended them to 3 of my friends. Who have all enjoyed working with them as well. I needed to have my entire first floor gutted--joists and all--and move the stairs and provide proper support to the back of my 100 year old home. Joe's response was,"Okay, sounds good, let me make a couple of calls and get the right answers. We can do this, don't worry." His optimism and enthusiasm is top-notch. I wanted a couple of unique details added while I was updating my home--exposed industrial ductwork for example--and these guys nailed it. All the guys who worked on the home went the extra mile to make sure I was happy and that everything was done right. Thanks to these guys I'm happy and confident that this house is good to go for another 100 years. Thanks Hickory!

Ricky and his guys are great! I'm a DIYer who finally met…read morehis match trying to install high end vinyl flooring. Despite faithfully following the directions and lots of time on YouTube, I just couldn't get the pieces to fit together perfectly. Found Magic Hands here on Yelp. Spoke to Ricky, explained my situation. The fact that I'm in Lansdowne (not really his core area) and only needed an hour or two of help to get me on track, probably made this a bit less than his most enticing job of the week. Nevertheless, he worked with me to find a time that worked for both of us. He sent his guy Chris, who was terrific - polite, professional, very competent, and - best of all - very patient with me as he showed me how to do the job, what I'd been doing wrong, etc. I still pan to be a DIYer whenever possible, but I've saved Magic Hands' number in my phone, just in case!

Repairman was prompt and got right to work resolving my issue (tub drain and ceiling repair).Happy…read morewith the work done and pricing was fair.