After having five estimates done for hardwood floor refinishing, I chose Baxter Floors. I'm so…read moreglad I did! After reading numerous reviews on Angie's List, I knew I'd be in good hands with Baxter. They're a top-rated company with numerous service awards. Their estimate came in higher than the others but it was well worth it. There are some things you don't want to cut corners with and refinishing hardwood floors is one of them. I'd contemplated doing this myself and renting the equipment but figured it was best to leave this to the pros. Worrying about dust containment alone was enough to give me a minor panic attack :) The owner, Grant, demonstrates superior customer service and professionalism. He's also very easy to talk with and takes his time to explain the process, timeframes and sets realistic expectations. They also use water-based environmentally friendly products which produce less odors/toxins. This is a really nice bonus. The price came to just under $3k for approx. 850 SQ FT of hardwood floors and included everything (repairs, baseboard replacement, sanding, varnish, filler to keep for future use, etc.). There were no added costs and the work was done in a few days. Grant was communicative throughout the process and even stopped by after the work was done to drop off extra wood filler and explain the best way to clean the floors. I'd highly recommend Baxter floors for refinishing, installation, etc.

We loved get our floors done by Baxter Floors excellent customer service unobtrusive warm and…read morefriendly staff. Thank you thank you will always recommend. Your estimate was on point no headaches A++++++

Jesus and Carlos were the two technicians from A&S Flooring who arrived on site to repair the…read moredamage the former installer did during our kitchen renovations. They asked zero questions and went straight to work investigating the damage. The good news is simple. They identified the former installer did not instant the floor according to manufacturer recommendations. Second, they found the OSB subfloor was grossly contaminated with mold that led to the floor squeaking and separating. Third, they found 2 of the 5 exposed floor joist were 1/4" below level. The best news ever. These two professionals did not complain or point fingers. They kept me in the loop of communication through the process. They devised a corrective action plan that was sound according to current industry standards. The 2 of them had me go to the local big box store to get the necessary supplies needed to make the repairs work and to put the kitchen back in order. I was so amazed with the experience and professionalism. Definitely a company you can trust from beginning to end. I would definitely recommend A&S flooring to anyone in need of quality flooring and floor repairs. Most importantly, I personally would stand tall for both Jesus and Carlos. This team handled each crisis they encountered with ease. The best part is the company came below budget. Something you do not get when timing is critical.

A&S Flooring completed a large project for me, including 2,100 sq. ft. of LVP and three floors of…read morehardwood stairs, and the results are fantastic. As someone who truly appreciates high-quality work, I was thoroughly impressed by their attention to detail. Jonnathan is straightforward, honest, and easy to work with. He provided a very competitive estimate and delivered exactly what was promised. His lead Jesus and the rest of his team are incredibly hardworking and clearly take pride in getting every transition and cut exactly right. The team was respectful of my home and proactive about ensuring every detail met my expectations. It's rare to find this level of workmanship at such a fair price point. I highly recommend them!

INCREDIBLE WORK AND STELLAR CUSTOMER SERVICE! I cannot say…read moreenough good things about Aaron, the owner of AG Construction, and his entire crew. Aaron is attentive, kind, knowledgeable, and incredibly easy to work with. He called me back almost immediately and was at my house the very next day. I received several other quotes, and AG Construction came in with the lowest bid--but what really sold me was that Aaron also had the best visit. He took the time to listen and discuss what I wanted. He never tried to upsell me. He was respectful, honest, and immediately put me at ease. His communication throughout the entire process was outstanding, and there were absolutely no surprises. The hardwood floors in my kitchen, dining room, and living room had not been touched in more than 15 years. With kids, pets, heavy traffic, spills, and everyday wear and tear, they were definitely showing their age. With Aaron and his crew's guidance, I chose a lighter stain that truly brightened the rooms, and the finished floors look incredible. His crew arrived on time, sanded and refinished the existing hardwood and did a beautiful job. The craftsmanship was excellent, and the new shoe molding was a great finishing touch. I was also extremely impressed with the care Aaron and his crew took to protect my home. They did extensive prep work to contain the dust, carefully blocked off the work areas, and used equipment designed to collect as much dust as possible. Before applying the final finish, they thoroughly cleaned everything, and when the job was complete, the crew did a great job cleaning up all the trash and debris. Everyone on the team was professional, respectful, and clearly took pride in their work. Aaron's customer service is truly unmatched. He was responsive, punctual, transparent, and genuinely cared about making sure I was happy with the result. He and his crew delivered great work at a great price, and the entire experience was far better than I expected. If you're considering having hardwood floors installed, sanded, or refinished, I would highly recommend Aaron and AG Construction. It is rare to find someone who combines excellent craftsmanship, fair pricing, honest advice, and genuinely great customer service--but Aaron does it all.

Hired for flooring prior to move in: Refinish floors and LVP…read more 1. Did not stain floors under appliances because they were "stuck." Costco removed fridge: effortless removal on wheels. Rolled right out. It was clear, Goodman's guys didn't even try. I asked how he would fix it and he said when the fridge dies and they take it out they will fix it. I asked for that in writing and Aaron the owner said "trust me." 2. Wood filler popped out of cracks immediately after refinish. 3. LVP supposed to last 10+ yrs. LVP is buckling. 4. Did not level the subfloor prior to installing the LVP. Over time, the LVP hás molded to the imperfections in the plywood sub-flooring. 5. LVP transition broke because threshold was not supported from underneath. The house is old and that was the excuse used at every obstacle. Maybe he's better with perfect scenarios not older homes.

I wanted waterproof vinyl installed and after doing some research I decided to go with Petersen's…read more I also try to buy local whenever possible. From the in home estimate, to the quality of the product , to the installation ( Jon and Justin did an awesome job ), everything went seamlessly. I highly recommend this company.

Needed quotes for a floor refinishing. The quote was competitive, if the guy had actually looked at…read morethe floor and saw that some of it was plywood and not all floorboards. Thankfully another company who we asked for a quote showed us this, and give a quote that actually got the job done as needed. A little more attention is required here.

Our experience with Burkholders was excellent in every way. The sales people Ashley and Kim we…read morevery helpful thoughout our project and several changes we needed to make. The installation was perfect Mark and Chris did top notch work cleaned up after themselves and took care of minor issues quickly and professionally

Burkholder's was paid to remove an old fiberglass tub in our primary bathroom and replace it with a…read moretiled shower enclosure, They were also paid to replace the old floor with luxury vinyl tile. Their price was high, but on par with other contractors. Burkholder's sales staff is very professional and their installer is very skilled. However, there were issues. When the installer cut out the old fiberglass shower enclosure, he did nothing to contain the dust. He did not hang plastic or use an air filtration system. Also, he did not have enough tarps to cover the entire floor, so roughly one third of the floor was not protected. Before the installer was about to grout the shower, I learned he was planning to grout the corners and other areas of a shower where dissimilar construction materials meet. Having done many home improvement projects over the years, I was fairly confident those areas should be caulked and not grouted. But I wanted to be certain, so I called the grout manufacturer, Laticrete. I spoke to two technical representatives (one used to work as a professional tile installer), and both advised against grouting those areas because the grout will crack. So, I told the installer to use color matched caulk instead of grout in those areas. He said Burkholder's has never had a problem with the grout cracking, but they would order the caulk that matches the grout. When I returned later to check on his progress, I noticed the entire shower was grouted. I asked him about that and he said the owner instructed him to grout the entire shower and caulk over those areas later. Applying caulk on top of grout is also wrong and something I confirmed with Laticrete. Grout is a porous surface, so there is a high likelihood the caulk will separate from the grout and mold will form under the caulk. I questioned the owner about this in a text and he wrote, "We always caulk after grouting, with no issues." Not true, according to the installer. They never caulk their tiled shower enclosures. The owner knew what he was doing was wrong, but did it anyway. I could have insisted that Burkholder's remove the grout and replace it with color matched caulk, but I was concerned they would do a poor job, just to make a point. So, I asked them to warranty the grout against cracking for 10 years. As expected, they would only agree to warranty the grout for 17 months. The normal warranty is 12 months. After the job was finished, I asked Burkholder's for their MHIC license number, and they could not produce one. In Maryland, unless you are a subcontractor performing work for an MHIC licensed contractor, you must have an MHIC license to do home improvements. That includes bathroom remodels and installing flooring, other than carpet. If you decide to use Burkholder's, make sure they are licensed to do the work you want them to perform. Also, know the law and insist they follow it. In Maryland, you can check the status of a home improvement contractor's license by going to: https://www.dllr.state.md.us/cgi-bin/ElectronicLicensing/OP_search/OP_search.cgi?calling_app=HIC::HIC_qselect

Feb 16, 2021, Douglas W. "…read moreGreat job on remodel of our kitchen. After doing research into remodeling companies we decided on CTS. This was a very smooth worry free turn-key process. They handled everything from the design process to installation of cabinets, countertops, backsplash, as well as electrical, plumbing and appliance install. Jay Piccolomini, the project manager, was hands on in working on the project and making sure all the the process was coordinated smoothly and that we were kept in the loop on everything. CTS was going to make sure were pleased with the end result. We love our new kitchen and couldn't have asked for a smoother process!

Jo and Karen were super nice throughout the entire process. They listened to me and were able to…read moreget me exactly what I dreamed of! The final product was even more gorgeous than I thought it would be. I highly recommend!

Wow! What a great experience with this company. I would highly recommend. From my first call- in,…read moreconsultation with Matt, the company even called to remind me of my installation date, and the crew was very clean and friendly! What a remarkable experience!

My experience with Fortress Foundation Solutions was extremely disappointing…read more The project that we sought a solution for was sold to me based on Riley Ethier's, their salesman, confident assessment that my sunken concrete slab was the result of ordinary settling. That assessment mattered: both the HOA and I relied on it when negotiating who would bear the cost of the repair. When Fortress's crew actually began the work, however, their foreman encountered heavily saturated soil beneath the slab and could not complete the repair. He subsequently told me in writing that he was "almost 100% certain" the slab had sunk because reconstruction of the adjacent sidewalk had disturbed and weakened the supporting soil. In other words, Fortress's own field foreman materially contradicted the assessment upon which the contract had been based. What followed was just as troubling. I sent Riley a detailed email explaining what had occurred and asking that the work be stopped pending an internal review and an updates solution. He did not respond or even acknowledge my email. Instead, he called the HOA representative privately and left an informal message asking him to call back. Riley responded to me only after I sent a second email establishing a firm deadline. Fortress ultimately agreed to cancel the contract and refunded my deposit in full, which I appreciate. But the experience left me with no confidence in Riley's assessment or professionalism. My advice to anyone considering Fortress: make sure you understand the qualifications of the person diagnosing your problem (beyond that of a mere salesman with absolutely no qualifications ie. engineering or relevant construction, insist that the diagnosis and proposed solution be put in writing, and make certain the proposed repair addresses the underlying cause rather than merely the visible symptom.

We had Frederick Kitchens and Bath renovate our 25-year old main bathroom. Nick, the owner, was…read moreresponsive and great to work with. As busy as their schedule was, he worked with our schedule that included a 2-month trip that delayed the start. They were still able to complete the job before our out-of-town guests arrived for the holidays. The work was well-done and completed on time. Kudos to Victor, who led the project and worked well with us throughout. NOTE: I tried to add photos to my review, but they appear with the first 1-star reviewers photos. The last four photos under his review are actual mine and Yelp duplicate one of my photos (should be three).

Frederick Kitchens and Bathrooms re-did 2 of my bathrooms and we've even contracted them to do our…read morekitchen next! If you want a job done right, give them a call, they'll leave you with fabulous results!