We just finished a complete remodel of our kitchen with Open Hand and they were extraordinary. The remodel included taking down walls and reorganizing placement of major appliances, so it was extensive. We worked with Smadar, who was professional and personable. She gave us an estimate of two months -- which seemed fast -- and they were finished even sooner. There was no lag in the work, with someone at our house almost every day, including some Saturdays. The attention to detail was impressive: plumbing, electrical, floors, cabinets, measurements, paint. Everything was thought of and attended to, and in the rare moments when it wasn't, they adjusted and amended. Smadar was watchful of our budget as well. When we went over, it was our choice to opt for an extra service or higher end product than originally planned for. We had a design to use as inspiration, and Smadar had ideas to contribute along the way. My favorite suggestion came from their floor guy (who is exceptional). I have a bad back, and he suggested putting in what is essentially a sprung floor: cork underneath wood. For the first time in years my back doesn't hurt when I'm cooking. I recommend them highly and wouldn't use anyone else. And Smadar makes you rethink all cliches of contractors being difficult to work with. She's fantastic. read more

Danny and I added 250 sq ft to my house, including a new master bathroom, foundation retrofit, central AC, and new flooring. Throughout the experience, I was very impressed with Danny's ability as a contractor. First, we completed the 4-5 month job in only 7 weeks. I don't think Danny ever wasted 1 hour; it was typical that multiple crews were working on the house simultaneously. Second, the quality of work was very high; I was constantly reviewing the work done on the house, and was always satisfied with the result. If I had questions or changes, Danny was always responsive. Third, the communication during the process was constant. We texted and talked multiple times per day to make decisions and update on the status of work. I'm very pleased with the outcome; it feels like a new house! read more

I found Open Hand Remodeling on Yelp and couldn't be happier to have worked with Danny. I had gotten a few references from friends of other contractors and their bids were very high. We were looking to do a lot of work on our condo and our main goal was to make our place more functional by increasing our storage capabilities. Our scope included a completely renovated kitchen, new built-in dry bar for the dining room, new built-in entertainment center for the living room, completely remodeled master bath as well as hardwood flooring throughout, recessed lighting, new sliding doors and windows. When we met Danny we knew that he would be the answer. He has great ideas, a fantastic design aesthetic, always wants to discuss your options and his bid was fair. We moved out to enable multiple crews to work at one time and shorten the length of the job. Danny worked very hard to complete the job in the time frame he guaranteed us. From the first day Danny was present at the sight and oversaw multiple teams on most days. His communication was excellent, constantly texting or calling to make sure everything was to our liking. We even face-timed when needed to get our visual sign off on tiling and grout when we couldn't be present. Every time I reached out to Danny either he would answer or respond immediately, or let you know he was in a meeting and would get back to you as soon as possible. Based on what my friends and family told me about their experiences with contractors, this is extremely rare. If I were to pick out the most amazing part of our renovation, it would be all of the cabinetry/built-ins. They are top quality, gorgeous and functional in every which way. Gil of G&L Design is a master at what he does and he and Danny worked so well together. It's so nice to see the respect Danny has for all of the craftsmen he brought in on our project - tiler, floorlayer, electrician, plumber. They feel the same way about him. We had a couple of bumps in the road, but nothing big. We had an unexpected issue with a gas line and Danny presented us with options. When we decided to go forward and reroute it, the change order came that night and work began on the gas line the next day. It was an impressive turn around. I would recommend Danny to you and have already to a bunch of my friends. He will have your back and you will not be disappointed. read more

Business owner contacted me to try and mend fences. Can appreciate effort to make things better.

Open hand was by far the most helpful, positive, responsive, and generous of the 8 contractors that I contacted before beginning my project. Most of the people I contacted through Yelp or other channels were wishy-washy, noncommittal, unresponsive, slow to provide estimates, unenthusiastic, unclear in the goals, and unwilling to assist with the fundamentals such as plan approval and permit expediting. Open Hand did all of it, and was really a one-stop shop for getting my reno project. I was renovating and expanding a 1920's duplex in culver city and needed someone that would be helpful, honest, friendly, professional, and accountable for anything that went wrong along the way. Either Danny, the owner, and Moshe, the job manager were at the house almost every day to direct the workmen, and to check the progress with me. I felt very involved, and was given easy choices to make along the way. The work from the day before was reviewed, the work for the next day was discussed, corrections were made, and I always was satisfied with the result. The workmen themselves were all very friendly and respectful and extremely hard working. I have never seen such a committed bunch of guys, who labored tirelessly during the extreme heat of the summer months. The home is now a rental and the the response has been overwhelmingly positive. It rents itself, as the photos are so beautiful and the workmanship impressive. I could not have asked for a better experience for my first demo/reno in Los Angeles. read more

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We had a fantastic experience working with Open Hand Remodeling. We are looking forward to working with them again in the future, and highly recommend them to anyone. While they are incredibly hard-working and waste no time getting the job done, they are also extremely thorough and cut no corners - Quality is always on their mind. They are also great to communicate with which is such an important quality in a contractor. Again, we highly recommend Open Hand Remodeling, we've recommended them to our family, and recommend them to you. read more

We can't say enough about Open Hand. Right from the first phone call, they were professional and caring. Showed up on time, were grateful for our business. We really felt that they were there for us, no matter what. We hired them for a complete remodel of our kitchen and bathroom. The quote was competitive - not the lowest, not the highest. But what set them apart was the quality of the work. There was no cutting corners. The crew were not just workers, but artisans in their particular craft. Our project manager, Zaff, went out of his way to make sure we knew exactly what would be happening on what day, and would send photos via text, or FaceTime when we couldn't be there. I am a huge perfectionist, and we had a LOT of tile for the project. Zaff helped measure so there wasn't excessive overage, and also made sure that I got EXACTLY what I wanted with the layout. We greatly appreciated the experience that Danny and Zaff brought - suggestions on decor or framing, etc., were made with a thought not just to aesthetics, but flow and energy. Any minor issues that came up were resolved quickly and professionally. Communication was truly a breeze - we always received quick responses. We came in slightly over budget but only because of "surprises" our pre-WWII home was hiding. We are already thinking of the next project we could collaborate with them on - they've spoiled us for anyone else! Thank you Danny, Zaff, and Open Hand! read more

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Open Hand Remodeling is a great, reliable company and Daniel the owner is a great, reliable guy. I needed to patch, repair and paint a 3x3 piece of concrete as part of a larger 200 sq.ft patio and porch at a rental property, The crews were professional, on time, the job was completed as contracted and looks great. Daniel will work with you to make sure the job is designed as you want it and I recommend them to anyone facing home remodeling projects large or small. Cheers! read more

Reached out to these guys for a kitchen remodel quote. They got back to me in one day as promised and said they were too busy. We asked when they might be free as we are only on the planning stages and they curtly responded they don't know. I chose them based on reviews and understand them being busy, but rude is not acceptable. Sure business is good now but markets turn and businesses that treat potential customers rudely in good times often find that bites them during the bad ones. It takes very little effort to be gracious and polite, they are neither. read more

Great crew. Professional fast and thurough. I would definatly hire them again for any future remodels I would have done. Make sure you pick out your tile, vanity and doors they might need early though, your wait times transfer to them and can push back your whole project, if you do your part they will do theirs and give you an amazing space. I had a remodel of my bathroom and master bedroom done, everything looks fantastic. read more

We chose Open Hand after talking to several contractors because we felt very comfortable with them and because the price was in the right range. Our project was a back yard revamping in which we fixed a previous set of stairs, built a new staircase up to a small studio and added an additional upstairs deck. It turned out beautifully, among others by including the tree that is up there as part of the railing. The best part was the ease of communication with Smadar, our project coordinator, and the fact that any issues we came across could very reasonably be resolved through discussion. We will certainly get in touch again if another project comes up! Thank you OHR! read more

Open Hand remodeled a powder room for me in May 2010 and did a great job. They were professional, reasonably priced comparative to other bids I received and most importantly kept to deadline. They arrived on time and delivered as promised, I really couldn't have asked for more given that I found them through a generic internet search. Now I recommend them to friends as reliability tends to be hard to come by on construction projects. read more

I did in fact have Open Hand come back out to work on my gutters and replace my (very very very old) attic insulation and single-paned windows. They did a great job - I can't believe how fast the windows were switched out and what a perfect visual match they are with the old windows, so the house still has its old-fashioned charm. Between that and the mini-split they installed, the whole place is far more comfortable and energy efficient now. Mike and Danny are both great; Isaac is also good - he originally brought up replacing the windows, and it was a great idea! - but you just have to be a little more patient with him, he doesn't really process what you are telling him until the third or fourth time you say it. But he was very dedicated about resolving a problem that developed when we put the alarm sensors back on the windows, which I appreciated. read more

My experience with Open Hand is awesome! I've been dealing with Mike for over a year now since we practically remodeled the entire house. What started out as a nightmare with leak issues in different places around the house ended up being a blessing since I was able to repair the problems and remodel my house! We interviewed several contractors before choosing Open Hand Remodeling. From the very beginning, Mike was very easy to talk to, very polite, patient and personable. I felt at ease and comfortable letting him know all of my concerns and he basically "held my hand" throughout the entire process. He was there to talk to the insurance adjusters and deal with the insurance company to help them understand why all the different repairs and changes needed to be done. I didn't realize the scope of work that was involved. His team of workers were very courteous and professional. If they got to my house early, they always waited until 8 am before ringing the door bell. Sometimes they even stayed past 7pm to make sure they got the work done and cleaned up before they left. If I ever there were any issues or problems, I would call Mike and he would take care of it! It's all about communication! The entire process is taking a lot longer than I anticipated but it's totally worth the wait! What Mike and his team have done to my house was above and beyond my expectations! My house is more beautiful than I could have ever imagined!! I would highly recommend Open Hand Remodeling! Thank you Mike for all your efforts! I am so pleased and will be referring you to all my friends and family.... read more

We had Open Hand remodel our kitchen in Altadena last year. As part of the job, our air conditioner condenser had to be relocated and new lines installed below grade. With the warm weather we turned on the thermostat for our A/C for the first time this year an found the unit not operating; it turned out that we had developed a refrigerant leak in the system. I called Danny at Open Hand, and he immediately took responsibility. He sent A/C people out the next day, they had to disassemble decking, dig up the lines, and replace them with new ones, and recharge the system with refrigerant. I appreciate doing business with people who are willing to stand behind their work, and would definitely call Open Hand for any remodeling work in the future. read more

I had a very positive experience even though I stopped the job right after the design phase. A special shout- out to the designer, Ezekial Safdie (Essi) of Spazio Designs LA as he listened to me and had endless patience. When I had personal issues arise that interfered with my remodeling plans this company was understanding and they worked with me on things which is quite different from other construction/remodeling companies that can start to act like thugs.....this company is a class act. I recommend them highly. read more

As they put the finishing touches on my bathroom, I am writing this review about what started as a journey to find a contractor that was trustworthy and knowledgeable because I have had no experience in doing any remodels in the past. I was afraid I would find someone who would take advantage of that lack of knowledge. But then i came upon Open Hand Remodeling thanks to Yelp and read the reviews and took a chance. From first meeting with Danny, I knew I was going to be OK. He knew exactly how to articulate how it would look and the costs and was totally fair and open with me regarding what it would take to get this done. I was taking a old bathroom with a small standard shower that because of being a big guy i was unable to use very well and turned it into a dream bathroom custom fit to me and my needs. In fact, that seemed to go behind their thoughts on everything that went into that bathroom which was nice to know they cared beyond it just being another job. Through the whole process they were available for any questions at any time of the day and always got back to me with answers. Everyone on the crew from Danny to his foreman Zac and all the people working on a daily basis were so kind and nice. I don't want to sound so mushy but i seriously became friends with all of them and it is going to be hard to see them go at the end of this 4 week process. I am already asking them for estimates on new projects around the house and trying to save the money to get them back because their work and professionalism is incredible. I would highly recommend them for any work you have from the smallest things you have to pet projects, to whole home remodels. These guys put their heart into it and know what they are doing very well. Thanks again, Open Hand Remodeling, for an awesome experience. Can't wait til we get to work together in the future! read more

Our family had a wonderful experience with Open Hand. Zaff was our guy, and from the start he was great. We had spoken to several other contractors, but Zaff and his approach were definitely the best. Our job was to convert a large 800 sq ft. garage into an ADU, and it went very well. Zaff referred us to a wonderful architect to do our drawings, and she spent a lot of time helping us get our vision into permit-ready shape. Zaff and Aga (architect) helped us with City of LA bureaucracy, and we started construction the day after the permit was approved. As with any big project, there were a few small glitches. But every subcontractor was hardworking and did good work, and Zaff was there many times each day to verify the quality of the work. The result is a beautiful, functional and energy-efficient home. Our original price did change, mostly due to "customer requests" and we were glad to pay the difference. As far as "time to completion", Zaff and the crew actually finished early! These guys worked 6 days a week, from 8 am to 6 pm, and even in the rain. We have referred everyone we know, because we know how rare it is to work with a contractor and feel good about it. We are glad to show off our lovely new 2 bedroom Accessory Dwelling Unit, and proud to be increasing the affordable housing stock in LA and California. read more

Our home, unfortunately, suffered major water damage after a pipe leaked into our kitchen and newly renovated basement. Open Hand came to our rescue. Mike was a calming force during a very stressful time. After recently having a nightmare experience with another contractor on a different project, we were dreading having more construction on our home, but we didn't have a choice, since we needed to restore our home. *Open Hand worked with our insurance company to minimize our out-of-pocket costs, if things should be covered by our policy. We did end up paying beyond what was covered by insurance, but these were for improvements that we voluntarily wanted to add to our home. We figured, now was the time to do it, since so much of the house was torn up to address the repairs from the water damage. *I felt like Mike was giving us honest and reasonable expectations with respect to pricing and work that "needed" to be done vs. work that would be "nice" to have done. Prices were competitive with other bids we received for the expectations that we had. *If mistakes were made (and let's face it, all contractors are going to make mistakes at some point), it wasn't a hassle to have things fixed. I'd point something out, and arrangements were made to correct it. Sometimes, I felt like subs were left on their own, and this is where mistakes happened (like putting the wrong edge on our granite countertop, or not installing the kitchen sink pipe at the correct angle for drainage-- they both got fixed), but I feel like many problems could have been avoided with better oversight by Open Hand. *The work itself was high quality. Both our kitchen and basement look great. The kitchen cabinets have soft close drawers and moveable shelves, allowing for easier access than our old cabinetry. *Mike worked with us to customize our designs to suit our needs. Mike helped us maximize space in our medium-sized kitchen by adding features such as a corner cabinet with a Lazy Susan and installing the microwave into the cabinetry to free up counter space. He also thought of construction details that would help make our lives easier or more organized (like wiring our internet through the wall and putting it into a corner cabinet that we never used to use, and re-routing some duct work that we had to give us more pantry cabinet space). *Subs were late. If I had to do it all over again, I would have communicated my frustration apparent earlier on. Once I made a stink about people being late, workers tended to be on time. *The project itself extended well beyond what we planned, however, I would estimate that 3/4 of the delays were from insurance and mortgage company issues. Overall, we are very happy with our experience with Open Hand! We are looking to renovate at least one of our bathrooms, and Open Hand will be at the top of our short list of contractors that we will consider. read more

I would highly recommend the Open Hand crew. They completed what I would have considered a major bathroom remodel with ease. I had very crazy ideas on what I wanted to do with the space and they made it happen...on time and on budget. As a working mom with a very busy schedule, I appreciated how respectful they were with my time. I still can't believe I have such an amazing bathroom in my home and I look forward to hiring them again on future projects. read more

Last year, we hired an architect to redesign the interior of our house to work better for us and our two kids. After getting bids from 4 or 5 different contractors, we went with Danny and Open Hand Remodeling to do the job. His price was pretty much in the middle of the range for these contractors. We've had work done our homes before but this was the biggest thing we'd ever done. Danny promised the work would be done in three months, which seemed incredibly optimistic to me, but, what do you know, he pulled it off! Danny is really on top of scheduling his crews, and any time there was even a slight delay in work getting started, it was for a good reason and rarely amounted to any serious time. He is very focused on getting the job done, which is mostly a good thing, but every now and then led to some minor glitches. However, any time there were issues with his crews' work, he bent over backwards to make things right. His framers and floor guys are great and his tile guy is a real artist. Danny has an eye for quality work, is a very good communicator, and is scrupulous about permits and working to code. It's been just about a year since the work was done and we are still very, very pleased with Open Hand. read more

Open Hand is simply awesome. I went through exhaustive research on the internet trying to find the best and we did...Open Hand. Danny and crew were there every step of the way and Danny has great design ideas and also is a very good communicator. Open Hand doesn't play games like other contractors and when they say they will be there, they are. Open Hand did a major deck/bridge to the 2nd story front door project for us and Open Hand paid attention to every detail and did everything above and beyond our expectations. Their pricing was very competitive too. I have had bad experiences in the past with others but I am going to stick with Open Hand as now we know what a good contractor Open Hand is. Thanks Danny!!!!! read more

OHR upgraded and partially-restored my 1950s home to the beauty it once was when Dad & Mom first built it! My newly-remodeled kitchen is simply now my Dream Kitchen! Danny is a creative, dedicated, professional owner, his pricing is competitive, and completion was accomplished in a timely manner. I really appreciated his compassion in working with me to keep many of Dad's unique creations (this was an emotionally-charged, at times difficult project), and easing my concerns with all the hidden issues that surfaced during our renovation. I have a new, deep appreciation for my childhood home, and I have Danny and his crew (esp. his plumber, and the tile craftsman) to thank for this! I also appreciate the HOLA charity donation on our behalf. Of course, I highly recommend OHR to make your dreams come true, too! read more

hi..I don't write many reviews, but in this case I had to...a little backstory, I had a fire in my back house..the vultures and shady contractors were out in force.I made several appointments with contractors that either didn't show or did show and then either tried to sell me or never called me back. Disheartened I called Open Hand Remodeling based on their yelp reviews. Danny called me right back and we had a very open honest conversation about my situation. He scheduled an appointment with potential project manager, Essi...well, the rest is history..Essi was amazing. You will not ever meet anyone that cares as much....We worked together to understand my taste,as well as my budget... he pushed me to make better decisions. My 90 year old father lives in the house and Essi got it done ahead of schedule because he so badly wanted my dad to be comfortable..I cannot even describe how beautiful the place looks and it was done ahead of schedule, despite the many charming conversations Essi had with my 90 year old dad.New kitchen, new bathroom, new floors, re framing, new plumbing, electricity..etc... His crew was so great. The budget was exactly as they bid it and any overage was my choice...After this experience, which I was so afraid of, I can sincerely say, not only do I respect their talent and professionalism, but I consider them to be trusted friends and I am anxious to work together again on my main house...I wish I could post pictures...cause it is so beautiful... read more

Working with Open Hand Remodeling has been a unique experience. I have worked with contractors on several commercial build-outs and numerous smaller home projects, and my past experiences have been mixed at best. I never imagined how smoothly and easily a remodel could go until I worked with Danny and his guys. This particular project involved a number of subcontractors, and it was so nice to just have Open Hand handle everything - it really made the whole process more streamlined and took the stress off of me. From the day I first met with Danny, I have been blown away by his integrity, a quality that seems elusive in this industry. He genuinely cares about meeting and exceeding his clients' expectations in every way, and throughout this project I have seen a level of consistency and dedication that are truly rare. Moreover, the rest of the crew has been respectful, reliable, and incredibly helpful, without exception. To say that Open Hand goes above and beyond is an understatement. Having worked with them, I can't imagine ever working with another company on any remodeling project, for my business or home. read more

We hired Moshe at Open Hand for a full kitchen remodel. After interviewing 6-8 other contractors, we were starting to give up hope that we could find someone in LA who was reasonable, experienced, with good taste and affordable. Then we found Open Hand. We immediately felt we could trust Moshe and rely on his smart suggestions. He could not have been better at good communication and working around our requests, schedule, and budget. He oversaw kitchen space design with the eye of someone who likes to cook and had so many good ideas for laying out a good workflow. We ended up doing new cabinetry, countertop, sink, all kitchen appliances (incl. electrical), recess and fixture lights, adjusted some arched walkways, baseboard repair, some wall repair, and new hardwood floors. He also oversaw new hardwood floors throughout the rest of the first floor, including an ingenious plan to re-use period base molding from one room in other areas of the house. On one occasion we had a misunderstanding about an important electrical issue. Moshe and Danny resolved it graciously and with a lot of class. They say up front that they value good communication and they mean it. We love the results and are proud to show off our new kitchen to family and friends. We have already recommended Moshe to friends looking for contractors -- seems that trustworthy and personable contractors with good taste are not as easy to find in LA as you would think. read more

After reading the reviews on Open Hand and 2 other 5 star rated contractors, I decided to go with Danny. This was the best decision I made and can vouch for all the reviews about Open Hand. Our major kitchen remodel began on June 22 with the demolition of a non-bearing wall between dining room and kitchen, removal of soffit and closure of a kitchen door. It was continuous motion with dry walling and texturizing exposed areas, followed by rough electrical wiring and plumbing, then priming, painting and installation of wood flooring. The texturing of our ceiling didn't meet Danny's and our approval and it was redone. Infact, it still didn't meet our satisfaction and was done a 3rd time without any complaints from the contractor. The framing of our custom cabinets followed and it took 3 days. I was very impressed with the care, neatness and precise installation of the cabinets by these installers. Overall I liked them because the kept the work area tidy, neat and clean, just like how I would do things around the house. There was a 5 day pause, during which time Danny was able to remove tile and carpet from my hallway, living and family room and continued the wood flooring. This was a quick decision on my part after seeing how beautiful the kitchen floors were. Our quartz counter top was fitted and it looked wonderful. The installation of hardwood cabinet doors and final electrical and plumbing really made this months journey worthy of our investment and fulfill our 4 years search for a dream kitchen. Many times I found myself sitting around my island and admiring our beautiful kitchen and opening the soft close cabinet doors and drawers. In parting, I can say that all the contractors were very skilled, kept the area tidy, respected my property and did their work in a timely manner. read more

Outstanding job!! Open Hand Remodeling has just completed a total remodeling of our kitchen (demolishing, new custom-made cupboards, electrical upgrade, plumbing upgrade, window upgrade, installation of all new kitchen equipment, new tiles, new counter top installation, removal of all demolished and old equipment, painting, plastering and new floor installation). From the time we first contacted Danny Mizrahi, obtained the quote and start-up of the project took about 8 weeks.The whole process from initial quotation through completion of the project and approval by the Glendale City inspector, was handled efficiently, successfully and truly without equal. The cost was $65,000 (excluding flooring, kitchen appliances and tiling) and there was no escalation in charges. The quotation was presented in detail and once accepted, payments as per contract were made as work was completed. The time for the extensive work was estimated at 6 weeks but was completed in 4 (four) weeks! Another contractor had estimated work to extend for up to 6 months. This successful outcome was achieved by Danny Mizrahi's close management of his contractors, at least once daily interactions with us, daily statements of the work scope expected over the next 24 hours (and weeks) and the fact that Danny works with competent and responsive workers who arrive on time and clean up before they leave. Of equal importance was Danny's responsiveness to issues and questions that invariably arise in a complex project. read more

I hired Open Hand to complete a major remodel of my brother's condominium: new kitchen, electrical upgrade, new lighting, plastering and painting throughout and new wall to wall carpet. The job was finished on budget and ahead of schedule and I could not be happier with the result. They were even able to fit in a couple of last-minute additional tasks without extending the schedule. Owner Danny communicated with me extensively before the project started, answered all of my many questions and really allayed much of my anxiety over the project. Once the project started, project manager Moshe was in close communication with me every step of the way and kept the project moving along on what was a very ambitious schedule. He was at the apartment every day to check on the progress, sent me pictures of the work in progress and was able to troubleshoot an appliance delivery crisis that could have seriously delayed completion. What was particularly impressive is that all of this work was completed on a fully furnished condominium with all of the furniture piled in the middle of the living room and bedroom and yet nothing was broken or damaged in the process. (I still can't figure out how they managed to install the carpet with all of the furniture in there, but they did it beautifully.) All of the craftsmen who worked on the project were top notch and the quality of the work is impressive. I cannot recommend Open Hand highly enough. read more