When I began researching companies for my home remodel, LRL was one of the companies I was excited…read moreabout. Unfortunately, after meeting with a representative to review the scope of the project, we never received any follow-up or a quote. During that time, I began receiving a series of marketing emails about why LRL would be a great company to work with, which I didn't mind while I was waiting for the estimate. However after that, I started receiving emails stating that I had chosen to move in a different direction and that I should consider them for a future project. The confusing part is that we never made that decision. we were waiting to hear back. I was genuinely interested in working with them, but it ultimately felt like the company chose not to move forward with us.

Great experience all around having 2 vanities installed. As soon as he saw what was needed, we got…read moreright down to business and worked out a plan. There was no up-sell pressure or anything. He came back with a reasonable quote right away, scheduled a date and duration, and then stuck to both. The finished work is very high quality, despite some tricky work customizing an odd-sized vanity counter. Raz was honest and went above and beyond what was expected.

I rarely leave negative reviews, but I feel obligated to share our experience so other homeowners…read morecan make an informed decision. We engaged Kari/Lamorinda Construction while exploring a backyard renovation project. Very early in the process, we were directed toward a long list of surveys, consultants, engineering analyses, and vendor engagements that ultimately proved unnecessary for the scope of work we actually wanted to pursue. By the time we stepped back from the project, we had already spent a substantial amount of money with both her company directly and vendors she directed us to with absolutely NOTHING to show for it. Throughout the process, communication felt condescending and dismissive. Rather than helping us thoughtfully evaluate practical options within our goals, we increasingly felt pressured toward a far more extensive and expensive scope of work -- including a complete pool demolition/rebuild that we ultimately did not want to undertake. We were explicitly told that without moving forward with that major project, she would not undertake any other work on our lot. In the end, the experience felt far more focused on escalating project scope and costs than on collaborative problem-solving or customer partnership. I could not recommend this company less. My advice to anyone considering working with them is to proceed very cautiously, get multiple outside opinions, and insist on extremely clear written justification for every recommended survey, consultant, and scope expansion before spending significant money.

I hired Lamorinda Construction to build a detached ADU and add a new master bedroom and bathroom…read moresuite onto my home, and I couldn't be happier with the result. They met the timeline they originally estimated, which I know is not always easy with projects of this size. The quality of the construction was excellent, and it's clear they take a lot of pride in their work. Their crew and subcontractors were always professional, friendly, and respectful, and the craftsmanship throughout the project was superb. One thing I especially appreciate is the support they provide even after the project is completed. In the two years since construction finished, I've reached out a few times with minor questions or issues, and they've always responded quickly and been happy to help--even when it wasn't clear whether the issue was related to the original construction. Overall, I highly recommend Lamorinda Construction. They deliver high-quality work, stand behind what they build, and are a pleasure to work with.

Ehsan and his team did an outstanding job in remodeling my entire bathroom. The quality of their…read morework is exceptional. Excellent communication throughout the project. All the team was extremely nice and skilled and cleaned after themselves everyday.

Ehsan was excellent to work with, conscientious and clearly takes pride in ensuring work done to…read morehigh quality and satisfying the client. Great communication and good teams he subcontracts with. For additional context: we were connected to Ehsan/Califer construction by a 3rd party online bathroom renovation design/build startup (which I won't name as I don't recommend, but felt so fortunate once we connected to Ehsan and his company--he ably made up for the design company's gaps in service / undelivered materials). In future I would just go directly to contract with Califer.

I've stumbled on a fabulous contractor!…read more Our home is 8 years old, and we shouldn't have had the water leakage we had. The shower in the second bath had been leaking, causing extensive damage. We had to completely replace the bathroom due to water infiltration, as well as some sheetrock in the dining room and the second bedroom. When I was in my 20s, I would have repaired myself, but now I'm in a wheelchair and decisively, not 20!! I was referred to a contractor from Concord named Yaniv Taragano, of Taragano Design and Build, and that was the best referral ever! We also had other projects in mind: replace the kitchen sink with a copper one, replace the under-cabinet lights, install two ceiling fans, add "can lights" to the main bedroom, add a pot-filler, replace the bathtub, add a door to the laundry room, and re-paint the interior. Yaniv saved us a bunch of money throughout the project. For instance, he color-matched the wall paint exactly, so only a touch-up was necessary to achieve beautiful walls! He's bonded and insured, and most importantly, he and his people are very careful. I also checked out his license, and there was not a single blemish. He was very timely, and he or his foreman came every day on time. His workers were very cognizant that we still lived in the house and carefully cleaned up every day. If you need, call Yaniv Taragano at (925) 388-6365, or visit his website: https://www.taraganoremodeling.com/ On top of everything else, he and his lovely wife Katie are just genuinely nice people!

My wife and I used Yaniv and his crew for remodeling two bathrooms in our home, and both turned out…read morebeautiful. It was great working with them through every step of the process. One thing in particular that really stood out about Yaniv was that he truly helped us through the remodel. We had never done a project like this and he was one of the few people we spoke with who met us at our level even though he lived and breathed it daily. This attention to our needs was present from our first conversations, during the construction as decisions needed to be made, and at the very end when signing off on the work. I recommend Yaniv and his team to anyone looking for a partner in for their remodeling project.

I found Optivest Build through Yelp's project system and one thing that stood out right away was…read moreMoe, the owner, and his responsiveness. Out of the companies that responded through Yelp, he came across as one of the most professional and serious about understanding the project rather than simply giving a quick estimate. He replied quickly to my questions through Yelp and was able to come out in a very reasonable timeframe to evaluate the work and discuss ideas in person. We hired Moe and the Optivest Build team for a decorative pergola/faux balcony repair and replacement project involving redwood, exterior trim work, stucco work, door jamb and casing repairs, sealing, and painting. The contract process was straightforward and I appreciated the flexibility and payment structure based on project milestones rather than everything being front-loaded. After Moe's initial site visit and evaluation, it became clear that a more comprehensive rebuild approach for most of the structure made more sense than piecemeal repairs. Moe explained the long-term benefit of rebuilding the deteriorated portions together rather than replacing isolated components now and potentially dealing with additional mobilization and repair costs again a few years later. I appreciated that he was not simply replacing wood, but also improving areas where the original design appeared to contribute to moisture issues. As the project progressed and portions were opened up, some additional weather and age-related deterioration was uncovered, which led to a few adjustments and additional repair steps along the way. Moe worked with me through options for addressing things as they were discovered and helped walk me through the process and next steps, which reduced some of the stress and uncertainty that can come with larger exterior repair projects. What stood out to me was that Moe stayed involved throughout the project, communicated with me consistently, personally came by to check on things, and had his project manager and crew return when touch-up or punch-list items needed attention. Even as the scope evolved, Moe stayed engaged throughout the project and continued working through follow-up, touch-up, and close-out items professionally. The crew was always polite and respectful of our property, worked hard throughout the project, and the project was fully cleaned up and closed out professionally at the end. No construction project is completely stress-free, but I appreciated that concerns were addressed and that the team worked to make things right when needed. In the end, the pergola turned out looking great, as did the additional trim, stucco, and repair work completed throughout the project. We are happy with the final result and would feel comfortable recommending Moe and Optivest Build to others looking for a responsive and professional contractor. Grateful to Moe and his crew for their job well done.

We wanted to make some changes and adjustments to the new house we were moving in. Moe and his team…read moregave us a lot of good suggestions and helped us to make all ideas we had in mind happen. They can cover any type of work from landscaping, structural framing, electrical and plumbing, up to fine finish work and adjustment. We even had a very large chandelier to be installed on 20 feet ceiling and they helped us with that too. We are planning to work with them to build an ADU. The cost estimate and proposal for the work performed and what is planned for the ADU seems efficient and fair.

We sustained damage to our home from a tree falling onto it during the storms in Jan. We needed a…read morenew roof/supporting structures, and repairs to the interior and exterior walls. We had interviewed several contractors and chose Creekside Pro Construction, and we're glad we did. From our first meeting with one of Creekside's Project Manager, Barak, his professionalism and demeanor left us with a good feeling. This positive impression held true throughout the entire project, reinforcing our confidence in Creekside Pro Construction. Working with Barak was a truly positive experience from start to finish. He consistently demonstrated excellent communication skills, actively listening to and addressing concerns throughout the project. Barak's patience and timely estimates made the entire process smooth. The project was completed on schedule and within the agreed budget. I highly recommend Creekside Pro construction and our project manager Barak for his professionalism and commitment to customer satisfaction. Thank you Barak and Creekside Pro Construction for getting us back in our home before the holidays.

Update after the company's response:…read more For transparency, I am adding screenshots from the signed contract and project email correspondence. The contract (Quote #3975 - $150,000) clearly includes upgrading the main residential electrical service to 200 AMP and installing the awning above the ADU access door as part of the project scope. These items were presented in the company's response as if they were additional work, but they appear explicitly in the signed contract. I have also included an email dated Aug 20 from the project manager confirming the project was "on track for completion in 3-4 months." The project ultimately took around 6 months to complete. Additionally, the electrical work referenced in their response included an EV circuit, which is typically required for new construction and ADU projects under the 2022 California Electrical Code. This is a standard code requirement rather than a discretionary upgrade. These screenshots provide context for my experience during the project. Throughout the build I frequently had to verify measurements, coordinate ordering timelines, and raise planning questions that would normally fall under project management. The on-site crew worked hard and treated the property respectfully, and I appreciate their effort. My review reflects the overall experience managing this project as a homeowner and is shared to provide transparency for others considering a similar project.

We had both our master bathroom and guest bathroom remodeled in close succession. Both projects…read morewent smoothly and all details were communicated clearly and in a timely manner. I would have never thought that a home remodel project could be enjoyable, but this was! Odyssey Builders employs workers who are not only skilled, but personable, understanding, friendly, and considerate of you and your space within the home as they are working. Our projects were completed on time or ahead of schedule. No complaints. Choosing to work with Brannan and his company was a no brainer. We appreciated his laidback attitude while also being upfront with his projected costs and schedule. Having numerous projects that needed redoing at the same time, we found his insight into ways to effectively cut costs while still maintaining the function and the aesthetic of our small bathroom invaluable. We met with multiple contractors before deciding who to work with on both of our bathrooms. Brannan and Oddyssey Builders were not only the most cost effective but far and away the most trustworthy people we met with during the quoting process. They didn't try to upsell us anything or talk about large overhead design features we didn't need. Brannan took time to have lengthy discussions with us up front about different options we had to lower costs to make our remodels what we wanted within our budget. It was an incredibly personable experience compared to simple impersonal sales pitches w/out in-depth discussions we had with other contractors. We trusted Brannan to carry out our vision of the projects within our budget and he delivered 100%. The results are beautiful. Two different bathrooms, each dramatically improved from what was there before while displaying our personal taste and adding some character to our home. We really love how much we were able to drive the design of the bathrooms with Brannan's guidance on the different tradeoffs of options for each decision. The final bathroom products are beautiful, polished and satisfy all of our needs and desires. We love them and feel like we couldn't have ended up with anything better if we did anything differently. 10 out of 10!

Bravo to Brannan and the entire Odyssey Builders team!!…read more So thankful for the communication, flexibility to make changes, and communicating with the company who tried to deliver below standard product, and holding them accountable! (notice in video the cabinets aren't properly aligned, thank God for Brannan holding premier kitchen in lafayette accountable, good learning experience to never work with RC in future......) We upgraded to heated tile as you walk in, new tile decor for shower, a rock walk and lights that illuminate all the updates in the bathroom. Great working with Brannan and his team, we know who to call when the other bathroom needs a makeover

RWB know what they are doing! We had a 850 sqft story addition done that needed basement retrofit,…read morefoundation upgrade, framing, plumbing, electrical, bathroom installation, flooring, tiling and detailing work. They have a diverse crew of experts and a very personable Project manager. Josh, the owner is in constant touch and guides the process along. The crews are also very supportive of their owner which shows their work culture. I would advise any one who is looking for a decent size project or a remodel to meet up with Josh and explore working with him.

I had a great experience working with Josh from Red White & Blue Construction to put in a gorgeous…read moreshower, build a staircase to connect two levels, and help me turn my storage into usable space. Josh and his team were reliable, punctual, and extremely easy to communicate with throughout the entire project. They sent updates via email and text, and explained all the nuanced details in an easy to understand way. What stood out most was their ability to problem-solve and find solutions when challenges came up, especially when working with the city of SF, which is quite a feat. Josh was approachable, dependable, and always made me feel like my questions and concerns were heard. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a trustworthy contractor.