Neil Doherty/Daylight Construction built our 3 bdrm/3ba/3 story house in Bernal Heights from ground…read moreup. He did much of the work himself, and the contractors he brought in were all up to his standards--which are high. The house was built in 9 months, from groundbreaking to move in, ON BUDGET (Neil's initial estimate)! He is unfailingly pleasant, hard-working, and completely honestly trustworthy. We had NO post-construction problems at all. We would use him again and again given the opportunity, and have no problem whatsoever recommending him for your construction and remodeling work.

Neil Doherty and his crew at Daylight Construction are reliable, professional and very…read moreknowledgeable about construction. Neil is a genuinely nice human being, honest and straightforward with a very collaborative approach, and he is great to work with. He has been our general contractor on many projects over the last twenty years and we've always been entirely happy with the results. He and his crew have completely remodeled our kitchen and bathroom, built an art studio in our back yard, replaced several windows and doors, added an additional bedroom and hallway, built a deck and replaced a fence in our yard. I highly recommend Daylight Construction for any size project.

We had a great experience working with Chris, Dave and the rest of the crew at Christopher Gate…read moreConstruction. Beginning with the bidding process, Chris showed up on time, submitted a thorough proposal when he said he would, and was very professional. Yes, there were hiccups and surprises along the way. Chris and crew always handled them gracefully and fairly. We are very pleased with the quality of their work, and they stand by it even after the job is completed. I highly recommend considering CGC for your remodel.

I am a residential building designer who strives to build strong connections with my clients up…read morefront so that I can experience the project through their eyes and collaboratively realize the design based on their needs and wishes. We also sometimes realizes permit drawings for other designers who would rather not go through the challenges of assemble drawings and legal documents required by cities to acquire building permits. Such was the case was the when I received a phone call. "I'm Christopher Gates and I'm working on the O. project in San Francisco and I think we're missing a real opportunity." Chris went on to explain that the upper and lower levels of the project were connected by a set of non conforming stairs, which were grandfathered in by not touching them, but were't the most enjoyable to navigate. The previous designer had elected not to touch those stairs. But Chris suggested something extraordinary: "Perhaps we can carve out some space from the adjacent closet, a bathroom, and a light well, and make a set of beautiful stairs with a skylight above that unifies the home right when you walk through the front door. Are you interested in checking it out?" As one who wants my clients to really love their new home, I was a little embarrassed that I'd miss the opportunity myself. But even more, I was super grateful for Chris's suggestion as well as his palpable enthusiasm, especially when so many architects and builders are willing just to gloss over it just to get it done quickly. "Hell yes!" I said. We scheduled a time to meet, trouble shot the challenges, and over the next 10 days, co-created an amazing solution together. Yesterday, nearly nine months since that first meeting, I had the chance to check it out the (nearly) finished project. Chris and his fantastic team had totally transformed the place, from a chopped up, piecemeal layout to a spacious, light-filled home with all the essential amenities a family needs. Thank you, Chris, for making me a better designer through your curiosity, fantastic work, and service to your clients!

I had been looking for a contractor to totally renovate my 1936 kitchen. Jeff was recommended to…read moreme by a local kitchen designer. h\He spent patient hours helping the project get started. He outlined and estimated the project in detail. He was able to provide competent, professional subcontractors at each stage of the project and supervised and expedited it all. I am truly happy with not only the result but with the entire process!

Does a great job and is a pleasure to work with. Always prompt and cleans up after the job.read more

Jason and his team built the house of my dreams. His employees provided hardwork, class and…read morecraftmanship throughout the whole process. I was very pleased with the communication throughout each phase of the project. The entire job was just about on budget except a few additions that I personally added in the middle of the project (new sewer line,tankless water heater). I was thankful he didn't add any change orders and treated me fairly. I would 100% recommend this company to any of my friends and acquaintances. I received a handful of quotes before I started this project and Jason was the most competitive. Before the job started he told me it would take 18 weeks to finish the job and he completed it in 16 weeks! I consider Jason a good friend after spending the past 4 months working with him.

Jason and his crew did an excellent job on our bathroom remodel. Communicated well, stayed on…read moreschedule and the end result was top quality and beautiful!

PLEASE READ: I wish I had listened to Craig A., Senior…read moreProject Manager at Realty Builders (not a salesman -- a true professional), when I was planning my kitchen and bathroom remodel. I spoke with six GCs. Most were cheaper -- roughly $20k less for the kitchen, $10k less for the bathroom. At the time, it looked like savings. It wasn't. Craig A. explained the importance of: * Proper wall blocking for cabinets and hood venting * Replacing old copper hot and cold lines while walls were open * Installing flooring correctly wall-to-wall under cabinets * Pulling permits for inspections and proper workmanship Others focused on cost. Permits weren't necessary, they said. Now that the remodel is "finished," the shortcuts are painfully clear: hood vent vibrations, leaking copper lines, uneven cabinets. To fix it, cabinets, drywall, flooring, and some finishes must be removed and replaced, and some items can't even be reused. The fix is now $43,538 -- far more than the $30k I thought I was saving. Craig wasn't trying to sell me extras. He was protecting my investment. If you meet him, you'll see he's genuine, professional, and honest. I was too focused on the upfront price to appreciate the value of his advice. Lesson learned: a remodel can look beautiful on the surface, but what matters most is what's behind the walls. Cutting corners isn't savings -- it's deferred expense. I'm actually kicking myself because I took everyone off Angie's List and considered only the other lower bids. Craig was a referral from a close friend who told me upfront, "They may be a little more expensive, but you'll be happy in the long run." They were right. I hope others can learn from my experience. When we're ready for our backyard deck, we'll be calling Craig A. and Realty Builders.

Realty Builders are an excellent company to do any type of recipient or plumbing work needed…read more They were reliable and came on time. They were great at finishing the job in a timely manner without any games. Honest great work. I would recommend this company to do any work for you.

We used Edgar and his team to do an extensive remodel of our 60s era home -- our kitchen, laundry…read moreroom, primary bathroom and guest bathroom. We used his team for the full scope of work: demo, structural support, plumbing, electrical, tiling, finishes, everything top to bottom. The end result is gorgeous, his team was great to work with, and I can't recommend him highly enough. Everyone who has walked through our home has been impressed by the quality of workmanship -- even the city inspector, who remarked at the end of the final inspection that his team had done "beautiful work." We really appreciated Edgar's expertise and eye for design when we needed input on the fly, and his interactions with various inspectors were downright impressive. He really knows his stuff. We really appreciated his team's attention to detail with tiling, doors, paint, etc. These are the elements that can really make or break the end result. We initially worked with someone else for this project and the project stalled. When we brought Edgar and the Diaz Construction team on mid-project, they got going immediately and the project was completed in a very reasonable timeframe. His team worked 6 days a week most weeks. We lived at home throughout the remodel, and they were very respectful of our family and space. We are so grateful that they took our project on!

We hired Edgar Diaz and his crew for a full home remodel (2022-2023). It was a big undertaking,…read morewith many roadblocks from permits to material delays, and many other unpredictable issues that are generally part of the construction process. Given the scope of the project, I went through several contractors (including firing our original contractor, ouch!) before deciding on Edgar and his team, and in the end, I'm so glad we did. Some of the things I appreciated - 1. Edgar is highly knowledgeable about the construction process. He was able to anticipate the problems and call them out in a timely fashion. He would make onsite videos explaining the issue, which made life easier for me when I needed to communicate with my structural engineer or the architect. He also advised me on possible solutions, their pros and cons with cost estimates, so I had more information when making a final decision. 2. Knows and follows city code, which made the inspection process very smooth. Edgar also kept me updated on the city code that might come in the way of my design vision, which allowed me to course correct or find an alternative. This saved us a lot of mistakes. 3. Detailing is the biggest challenge for any project. This is when the whole design and the vision come to life. I'm definitely very specific about attention to detail, and this is where Edgar and his team really shined. From the tile work to carpentry to railings and other details - the work was done with great attention to detail and quality! Edgar would routinely check the work, and point out any misses to his workers before even I got an opportunity to raise concerns. While the project was extremely challenging, Edgar and his team made life much easier. We're grateful to Edgar and his team for helping us build our dream home, and bringing our vision to life. :) I've already recommended him to a few friends and would be happy to work with him again in the future.

My top priority when choosing a contractor is trust--especially knowing that remodeling can be a…read morelengthy and emotionally draining process. After working with Patrick on my condo remodel, I've come to see that he's someone I can rely on, and I plan to work with him again in the future. He offers fair and competitive pricing, provides thoughtful suggestions based on his experience, and stays open to feedback without ego. Most importantly, he's reliable and responsive--I always felt confident that the work would be completed on time and within budget, and he never missed a call when I needed to reach him. If you're looking for a contractor who combines professionalism with genuine care for his clients, I highly recommend Patrick.

As a homeowner in the Bay Area, finding trusted contractors is more than half the battle. You want…read morepeople you can trust. I hired Patrick for property management and home maintenance after a tenant vacated the premises. He ensured that my home's quality remained high and did it for a fair price. I have hired him multiple times and would do it again.

Jeremy Moore is I very detailed oriented contractor that come on time and on budget…read more I've heard horror stories of OTHER contractors. Jeremy helped with flood damage from my 2nd floor toilet leak that caused Sheetrock damage in the ceiling of a downstairs bedroom on the 1st floor. The estimate, demo, clean-up, and finishing was superior. The work was clean & looked better than new! I am very pleased and I am definitely going to have Jeremy remodel my kitchen.

Jeremy Moore construction is clever, professional and experienced. I had a custom closet built in a…read morevery unique attic space. We collaborated on the space and it was built in no time to beyond my expectations. I would recommend Jeremy Moore construction for any big or small project.