I was looking at ways to make better use of the space in my garage and add some much needed extra…read morestorage. I had ceiling mounted storage shelves, which are fine, but only can hold certain things and you need a ladder to access. I realized that I have a ton of unused space above the garage door and could have a mezzanine built up there that would work better than the ceiling shelves. I contacted Matt at Beach Handyman and explained what I wanted. He asked that I send a few pictures of what I was thinking and he would work the numbers/ideas. I also wanted to add an attic pull-down ladder to make access easier, which Matt was happy to accommodate. Within a day of sending over my thoughts, Matt had a quote ready (which was very reasonable for the work that needed to be done) and we signed a contract. Matt expected 1-2 days to complete which turned into 2+ days, but that was not Matt's fault due to encountering a large steel beam that he had to work around. I'm super happy with the final product, and it turned out better than expected. I will absolutely use Matt again for any future needs. He can pretty much do it all. Just ask him and he'll let you know. Thanks Matt!

Update: In response to Matt's reply, there is no way in the world that he could have assumed that…read morethe room he worked in was clean. It was completely dirty. He told me that he would have everything to keep my space clean before he started the job and he did not. This is why I used my own covering before he returned the next day. Matt failed to explain how he cut the wood too short and glued it back together without even mentioning it. Or the extra hole he drilled for a baluster that was left in the wood. Again, not professional. Not quality. To build your business, you have to just do quality work. Matt did contact me after I left the original review to get the carpet cleaned but I had already asked him to clean it before he finished the job. I am not in the business of having people in and out of my home. I hired him for carpentry not carpet cleaning. I honestly didn't trust that he wouldn't ruin it, which is why I did as much as I could myself. Whether it is blue chalk or white chalk, it didn't come out of my carpet and he put it there. My carpet was literally two weeks old and was in a room that we had not had the pleasure of moving into yet. As I shared previously, Matt is nice. Maybe he took on a job that he was not experienced with and we just happened to get the quality of a novice. Maybe he is better now. I don't know. This review was not personal. But rather a review of my experience with a business. Original: Matt completed work in our home some time ago. Unfortunately, it was done professionally. His measurements were off, he was not very clean, and he ruined my brand new carpet. I think Matt is a nice person but I would have also preferred that he work under our agreed terms and he did not. When I hired him on a phone call, he promised that he would protect my home from dust and paint. That was not the case.

Hired Stan in July 2024. The work that was completed in the bathroom was not Percision left a hole…read morein my bathroom wall. The contractors stole items from my home bc I was not there to check on them. Paid him the entire amount on the first two phases should have withheld until the work was finish. He even took another job before he had finished my house. Left the key on the table and said the work in the bathroom was finished. Patch work at best very dissatisfied with him. T. Woodard

Stan and his team are a team of professional handymen. They completed the fence, storm door…read moreinstallation and termite infested wall in a very timely matter. Very reasonably priced and did not try to go over budget. Very clear and descriptive in the quote. Highly recommend!

John Sadler is the guy next door who can build or repair anything. After unsuccessful attempts…read morewith two other contractors (see my review on one of them) a Yelper threw John's name to me, thank you Mary R. I had a small major project to be done, a face lift for my fireplace, and i couldn't find a contractor who would "put it in writing before you start". Not only did I get it in writing with a very fair price but I got excellent service from his electrician, electrician's helper and Tom his tile guy. Unlike other contractors, John was able to do this without touching the drywall. The wiring for the cable line and electrical connection were done from outside, way cool to watch. The professionalism John brings and his 'guy next door' friendliness were uplifting. I have found my contractor for as long as I live in VA Beach. See pics and his web site. A year later we had John come back to do a total remodel of the master bath. Outstanding work ethics and a beautiful job. Love it.

Absolute frustration…read more John is very friendly and thorough. If you can get him. A few years ago he converted by garage into a bedroom and did fantastic work. If that were my only experience with him this would be a five star review. He did a great enough job that he became my preferred go-to guy. Since then I've tried several times to hire him for smaller projects ranging from a siding/duplex connector rebuild job to a ceiling leveling job to a general refreshing job (including replacing all the doors in the house, fixing a window with a broken sill, and minor bathroom upgrade of the toilet and vanity) and I can't even get a quote much less the work done. Truly a shame because my first experience with him was great but I guess he's just gotten too busy for small projects.

OV Deck & Renovations did several jobs for me and I paid him a great deal of money only for him to…read moreget sloppy on the last 2 jobs. He did not clean up after himself in my upstairs renovations and left a mess of dust and not patching holes where he replaced doors and light fixtures. I wished he would of asked me for coverings for my things when drilling and getting dust everywhere. Now I have to pay someone to help me clean up the mess. Not very good customer care for the business and referrals I gave to him.

Fantastic Customer Service! There had been a miscommunication between my HOA and the community…read moreresidents regarding some yard work that had been done by Mike's company (no fault of his) but he came out IMMEDIATELY for FREE and made all the alterations and corrections I requested, along with explaining some of the decisions his company had made, which really helped put my mind at ease. He was cordial and kind through the whole interaction, even though I'm sure it was inconvenient for him and his crew to have to come back. I was so impressed that I asked him for quotes for a few more jobs around my house that needed to be done (the prices he listed seemed very reasonable) and learned that his company not only does landscaping, but they can do tree-trimming, fence and deck building, and more! I'm looking forward to hiring his company for a lot of projects in the future.

I scheduled an appointment with CLS to measure and provide an estimate for a patio area that I am…read moredesigning. The estimate is reasonable based on the design that I am looking for, but he also gave valuable suggestions that will help prevent potential long-term issues. While on-site, Michael quickly diagnosed and fixed a problem with my irrigation system, even demonstrating how to address the issue should it recur. Michael is a consummate professional--punctual, friendly, and a great listener. He made practical suggestions that reflected both expertise and common sense. I was thoroughly impressed by Michael's proficiency and advanced technical skills across a wide range of areas relative to home maintenance, landscaping, and overall upkeep. His military background is evident in his natural leadership acumen, his sharpness, and attention to detail. I am looking forward to using CLS, LLC for a variety of home projects in the future.

Reliable service and quality workmanship!!!…read more I had a good experience working with Virginia Home Repair. The team was professional, showed up on time, and explained the work clearly before getting started. The repairs were completed efficiently and met my expectations. Communication was solid throughout the process, and they kept the work area clean once the job was finished. Pricing felt fair for the quality provided. Overall, Virginia Home Repair is a dependable option for home repairs. With slightly faster scheduling, they would easily be a five-star service.

I highly recommend Bryan. This is second time Bryan has done work for me…read moreHe did an excellent job on both visits.He is very knowledgeable ,very professional and most importantly very reliable He shows up on time completes the job in a timely manner and always leaves the place clean.I will definitely be calling him again Paula B Virginia Beach

Hands down the best contractor in Virginia Beach and I've owned a place here for 22 years with…read morenumerous renovations projects. Rich is honest, on time, communitive, proactive, and detailed. There wasn't a single day work was not getting done. He finished early and on budget. His standards and honesty reflect what he would do in his own home project. Not a get it done as quickly as possible and get home for the day which unfortunately has been my previous experiences with contractors in this area. I wish I met Rich and his team years ago for my prior projects and I would've not been taken for tens of thousands of dollars leaving me with open permits, lies, and terrible work. I would only hire Rich and his team for any future projects. I can't say enough. Thank you Whitney Construction.

Whitney Construction completed a full renovation of our two-story home, and we couldn't be happier…read more Communication, knowledge, and budget were the main reasons we chose Rich, and he truly delivered in every area. From day one, Rich was upfront about timing and costs. We lived in the home during the renovation, and I always knew who would be there and when. The worksite was cleaned daily, which made a huge difference and showed real care and respect for our space. He also provided a clear list of decisions we needed to make to keep everything on track and on budget. Rich was always honest about costs and timelines when we discussed ideas, and I really appreciated his transparency. The quality of work was outstanding--everyone who came through our door was clearly top-notch, and Rich was always happy to answer my many questions. This was a major project, including removing load-bearing walls and installing steel beams, but Rich runs a tight ship and kept steady progress throughout. The project finished on time, and we're beyond happy with the results. We loved working with him so much that we decided to continue on to the upstairs instead of taking a break. I'm writing this today from our beautiful new home and would highly recommend Whitney Construction.

Great doing business with these guys. Polite. Professional. On time. Good rates. I have read the…read moreother reviews about Premier not being a good business. I did not experience anything like those reviews and I do recommend them. July 2020 I contacted Premier Chimney and Roofing to come sweep and inspect my chimney. I had learned about them in a local advertisement mailer. I read the good things about them in online reviews. I had a pleasant conversation with them in scheduling the appointment. The technician came out, swept, inspected, and showed me before and after pictures of his work. He showed all the cracks in my tiles and took the time to explain what my options were to fix it and the severe risks of continuing to use the fireplace. We scheduled to have Premier re-line and re-cap my chimney. They explained Heatshield, the product chosen to re-line it. During the winter, my wife noticed water coming down the chimney through our wood burning insert. Premier was dealing with a temporary COVID related shutdown and I had to use another company for the fix. Matthew, Premier's owner, wanted to see the job through; wanted to make it right. He didn't hesitate to review the work order and reimburse for the work his company would have come out to redo. That's good business. I will definitely use Premier in the future for my chimney needs.

Very friendly staff! They fixed our issues quickly and efficiently even though there were a few…read morehiccups along the way as far as the way things were originally laid out in the home. The team really went above and beyond to make sure the job was done well.