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    Services - Shefer Builder

    Bathroom remodeling

    Building additions

    Kitchen remodeling

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    Guest house or ADU construction

    Single-family home construction

    New structure construction

    Remodeling

    New room addition

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    Kitchen addition

    Laundry room addition

    New story addition

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    Bathroom remodel
    Jen B.

    Shefer Builder did a great job overall on our complete gut home renovation.  This work was all licensed and permitted.  There were some bumps along the way, but we're happy with the end results. This is a 5 star review, but please read on for details on how issues were resolved. Scope of work Full house renovation including extensive demolition, full kitchen, two bathrooms, structural changes to one bedroom, new plumbing, new electrical, new windows and flooring, paint in all rooms, garage work, and new gutters.  Nearly all of this work was completed before we moved in.  Overall, the kitchen turned out great. It looks amazing, especially the countertops and the island. We did have issues with the cooktop and the wall oven not fitting with the cabinets which caused a lot of stress and confusion. The cabinets were eventually modified to accommodate the appliances though it's not a perfect fit.  The bathrooms also worked out well. They were able to enlarge the windows without issue. The tile work in particular was fantastic.  The new hardwood floors look wonderful. Very smooth fit and finish with no visible nails. There was some damage as a result of some work done after, but this was also resolved. Most of our difficulties came from the electrical work.  It was a big job with a subpanel upgrade, higher voltage outlets for the oven and dryer added, new outlets and light switches in all rooms, new ceiling lights and fans, etc.  Some issues we encountered: Some light fixtures were put in place without consulting us on the exact placement so these had to be moved later. Cables in the attic were not secured to beams.  The kitchen chandelier was not properly secured to the ceiling beams. Work areas not clean/protected resulting in dings, scratches, light fixtures getting dirty, etc. Some outlets were not working Cosmetically some outlets are a bit crooked.  Pendant lights weren't evenly hung.   The electrician did come back several times to resolve most of these issues, but these resulted in delays and complications, and many of these things don't feel like the homeowners' responsibility to chase down. Communication/Follow ups Communication at the beginning was amazing.  Shefer was always available to walk us through the construction process and shopping for materials.  There was a clear schedule of payments and work began quickly.  There were regular calls from Shefer to clear decision making, and replies were also prompt when there were any questions or concerns.  We also had a text and Whatsapp group where we could discuss matters with the project manager, the accountant, and the foreman.   Receipts were provided for all materials that Shefer purchased on our behalf, and we never felt like they were trying to upsell us on anything we didn't need when it came to the quality or quantity of materials. It was not always easy or possible to communicate directly with the workers onsite.  There was always the potential for misunderstandings, large and small, so we had to be attentive and plan ahead.  We visited the job site often and tried to keep track of all the things that were being done. Some issues are to be expected on a project of this scope, but some were not reported to us so we felt like we needed to be diligent about calling out mistakes that could be more costly to fix later.   As the project went on and the major work was completed, communications with Shefer became less frequent, and requests took longer to be fulfilled.  It was evident that as our project was winding down, they were moving on to other things.  This is not unexpected, but it did result in some simple matters taking longer to be resolved, especially after we had finally moved in. Some permits took several tries before passing inspections.  I don't know if this is normal, but we did pass all inspections in the end, and we were not charged extra for this extra work. Conclusion Our home looks great now.  It was a lot of work, and to Shefer's credit, they really did try to correct mistakes and were willing to try and make things right for us.  This builder did not nickel and dime us for every small request, and they even made some complimentary improvements here and there for us that were not originally in the work order.  Many of the issues we called out could have happened with any builder, and in the end, Shefer's overall cost, time frame of renovation, and general quality met our expectations.  We recommend their work, but we also recommend that the homeowner expect to take an active part in their renovations and be diligent about making sure things are proceeding as planned.

    Vish P.

    We just finished front yard landscaping, driveway and front façade remodeling with Shefer Builders. We are delighted with the outcome. We got many compliments from our neighbors and friends on the work done by Shefer Builders. We are happy with the entire process. Yani took the time to understand our needs and project. He brought in his crew as needed, so no details were missed. The most impressive thing about working with Yaniv was that he was transparent, prompt, responsive and flexible. His priority was to make things right and ensure we got what we wanted in the end. He offered valuable feedback and practical suggestions to the design that we provided for landscape and façade remodel. We were pleased with his crew. They were courteous and professional. But, most importantly, there was almost no delay. Everything was done as promised from the beginning of the project. We recommend Yani and Shefer Builders to our family and friends and will choose them for our future project. Thank you for your professionalism and outstanding customer service. The front yard and façade look amazing!

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    I used Shefer Builder for a kitchen remodel and I'm so glad I did. They were friendly, detail-oriented and flexible. First, I didn't want a total teardown. I wrote a detailed doc specifying what I wanted and sent it to a bunch of contractors. Yaniv was the only guy that actually read it and gave us a competitive quote - everyone else tried to upsell us a total teardown. I really appreciated that. We wanted to purchase all materials and appliances ourselves, and Yaniv worked efficiently with us to schedule things . Partway through the process we changed our mind - went for an in-counter cooktop instead of a separate range. Yaniv took the change in stride, adjusted the quote and schedule, and work continued smoothly. I was very impressed. Partway through the renovation, covid hit. When this happened Yaniv quickly hurried his schedule so that his workers could be out of our house as soon as possible. I really appreciated it. This renovation was over a year ago and all the work has been first rate. There wasn't a detail missed and everything's held up. For all my future renovations, Shefer Builder will be my first (and probably only) call.

    Our roof was damaged by the storm two weeks ago. Yaniv came for inspection two days later. After his evaluation, he promptly requested his team to repair our roof the next day morning to prevent our roof got more water damage from the storm coming on the following Sunday. We really appreciate all his help and his kindness consideration to prevent our house from more damages from these ongoing rain and storm! We highly recommend Shefer's Builder!!

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    You will not realize how amazing Yaniv and Shefer builders are until you have gone through some other contractor and have had a bad experience. We remodeled 2 bathrooms with Shefer Builder. We got almost 5 quotes from different contractors, Yaniv's was somewhere in the middle but we went with him because from the get-go he was very prompt about everything and was flexible to accommodate what we wanted. There were no hidden costs or no sudden additions to the quote along the way. He was extremely transparent about everything and that's exactly what we wanted. Yaniv and his foreman were constantly in touch with us through a text chain and we could ask them anything and there would be a response within 10mins. Their work was amazing and thorough. Yaniv came in time and again to ensure that everything was done right and as we had agreed on. As you can see in the pictures, our old bathrooms have been completely transformed thanks to Yaniv and his team! On the administrative side, Natali was very good as well. She would send an email reminding us about any payment that was due and as soon as I had given the check, she would immediately send in the invoice without me having to ask. The best part about the entire project was - There was very very little delay. You will never hear this about any contractor. But in our case, it took almost exactly as he had promised on day1. If I have to do any other remodel to our home, I would 100% go back to Yaniv and Shefer Builder because I can trust everything about the entire process starting from the quote, to work, to the timeline.

    We finally decided to have some renovations done to our house. This consisted of a full kitchen remodel, a fireplace remodel and changing the floor of the entire house from carpet to luxury vinyl planks. We did speak with several contractors but at the end, we chose to go with Shefer Going in, we knew they wouldn't be the cheapest but there were several reasons that made us pick Shefer. In talking with Yaniv, he seemed very knowledgeable with all the aspects of renovating. His advice and suggestions were sound and good. He had a team that helped with administrating and designing, and he offered 3D rendering which we thought was a big plus. We were be able to see the kitchen layout before it was even built. More pluses were that he offered to handle the entire permitting process, something we're not familiar with and he also had connections with suppliers. He was able to help us get some of the materials backed by his knowledge of each. From cabinets, to the counter slab, to sinks and everything else, he gave good advice on what was good and what was not. Yes, we did research on our own, but he told us aspects of some of the materials that we didn't even think about. We found this very valuable. So bottom line, we didn't have to shop for everything ourselves. We just picked the styles we want and he'd help us get them. We probably wouldn't be as confident if we had to get everything ourselves. Another important factor was insurance. Yaniv assured us that all his workers were adequately insured and backed it with up to date, current documentation. Yes, renovations can get chaotic but Yaniv's team worked professionally. Everyone had a good attitude, they were friendly and they worked very hard. Like with any renovation, there were hiccups that popped up along the way. For any problem that came up, we told Yaniv and he addressed each one as soon as he can. Through the entire process, we always had good communication with Yaniv. It was mind blowing to discover how many details had to be discussed. From where tiling should end, on how to position knobs and pulls, how doors should swing open and so many others. Yet Yaniv always made himself available to talk to us. He was always responsive. Again, we feel that good communication is a key to having a project run smoother. We also tried to think what Yaniv and his workers go through. There were a couple of times when we decided to make some last minute changes. We tried to tell Yaniv right away and not wait until they were well into the work. He appreciated this very much that we saved him and his workers some unneeded work. The project finally finished, and we can honestly say that we are very happy in how it turned out. We wouldn't hesitate to choose Yaniv and his team again for our next project.

    I have just finished a kitchen remodel with SHEFER BUILDER and I have to say I am more than happy with the outcome, the service and the professionalism! Yani came to our house and was very knowledgeable about what needs to be done, he helped us with the process of everything along the way from the get go of choosing the right layout, the design, picking the best materials for discounted prices thanks to the relationship he has with different vendors and even choosing appliances!!! We were very happy with his crew, and with the service he gave us, answering all of our questions and always responsive! We will definitely recommend Yani and SHEFER BUILDER to our family, friends and we will definitely choose him for our next project of remodeling our master bathroom. THANKS YANI AND SHEFER BUILDER FOR OUR AMAZING KITCHEN

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    Very nice customer service. They didn't cover my area but called me and gave me some advice on my project.

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    Yani is awesome! Showed up on time. Gave an extremely competitive quote. Very nice guy! I highly recommend this company!

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    Prime Design & Build - Amazing bathroom

    Prime Design & Build

    (62 reviews)

    Downtown

    I hired Prime to renovate my kitchen - countertops, backsplash, cabinets, electrical, freezer, etc…read more They also helped install a new bidet toilet for me. Overall the experience was very good; Elijah and Bryan were super friendly and responsive. Eli was very patient and accommodating as we discussed several different potential change orders, from new windows to painting, to other misc. things that popped up. Bryan Luna was especially a pleasure to work with. His attention to detail and proactivity to solve any little thing I mentioned was definitely the highlight of working with Prime. Their contracted electrician, Hector, was great as well. I also think they did a great job building out a cabinet to fit our freezer next to the matching fridge. Their master carpenter managed to salvage our existing wood to make it match perfectly. Definitely better than what I'd expect from even a carpentry specialty contractor. I will mention that it wasn't without some snags. Prime deals in volume so they're very busy. I think because I had delays in sourcing a freezer I ended up not getting a dedicated project manager for some time. We had timeline issues made worse with holidays. This caused cascading delays which inevitably pushed back my move in date a few weeks. When I finally did get a new project manager, they ghosted me (later on I found out they had a family emergency). Eli had to step in again to help. Another thing is that their pricing is quite opaque. The estimate will break down prices by milestones, but they repeated told me that it's not a valuation of the milestone itself. This made it nigh impossible to understand if I wanted to contract out specific pieces of the project (e.g. flooring). Design was OK. I felt that the designer was very busy. Sometimes very responsive (5min replies), sometimes not responsive at all (no reply). I wish I had a better, more thorough back-and-forth session about the intricacies of the design. But we made do. Ultimately, the designer made a render and helped point us to some vendors, but from there we had to make our own selection alone (cabinets, handles, pendant lights, faucets, etc.). I did appreciate her presence when we picked out countertops, though. All in all, I think this was a 4.5 star job, but I'm rounding to 5 because of Eli and Bryan :)

    We contracted Prime Design & Build to remodel two bathrooms, a laundry room, a staircase, and to…read moreinstall hardwood flooring. Overall, the project went well, and we're happy with the final results. Bryan, our foreman, was a strong asset to the project. Even though he was managing multiple jobs at the same time, his responsiveness and willingness to go out of his way to address our concerns made a big difference. Because we were home throughout the process, we were able to catch issues early and communicate them directly to Bryan, who consistently followed through to resolve them. What Went Well: * The tile and flooring subcontractors were excellent - their craftsmanship and attention to detail truly stood out. * Bryan, our foreman, was responsive to texts and phone calls, listened to our concerns, and made sure they were addressed. He even designed a bi-fold closet door for us, and helped pick up all the material to build it. * Bryan also took the initiative to handle several unfinished items himself, which we really appreciated. * The post-build cleaners were top-notch and left the space in pristine condition. * Throughout the project, everyone we interacted with was professional, courteous, and conscientious. There were no conflicts or issues, which made the experience comfortable for us. Areas for Improvement: * The timeline was a pain point. While we were originally told the project would take 6-8 weeks, it ended up stretching to 12 weeks. * The design process fell short of expectations. Because Prime's in-house designers weren't available, our design work was outsourced. We only received a full design package for the master bathroom. As a result, we ended up creating our own renderings for the other rooms to help communicate our vision to the team. That said, we were very happy with the design and material selections for the master bathroom they did complete. We just wish the same level of attention and design support had been provided for the rest of the project. * At times, resource availability was limited, likely due to workers being assigned to multiple jobs. This led to workflow inefficiencies and delays. Toward the end of our renovation, our foreman Bryan had to personally step in to complete several tasks, such as installing faucets, shelving, and baseboards. He managed to get it done in between site visits and meetings, which we appreciated, but it also highlighted a lack of available crew to close out the project. Despite these few challenges, the quality of the work met our expectations. We appreciated the team's effort and the final outcome.

    Wise Builders - Kitchen remodel

    Wise Builders

    (306 reviews)

    North San Jose

    We had an excellent experience with Daniel from Wise Builders on our kitchen remodel. From the…read moreinitial consultation through completion, their team was professional, organized, and easy to work with. Communication was clear and consistent, so we always knew what was happening and what to expect next. The craftsmanship and attention to detail really stood out -- from the cabinetry and countertops to the finishes and overall layout. The crew was respectful of our home, kept the job site clean, and stayed on schedule as much as possible. Any questions or small adjustments were handled quickly and professionally. The final result exceeded our expectations, and our kitchen looks and functions better than we imagined. We would absolutely recommend Wise Builders to anyone considering a kitchen remodel and would gladly work with them again!

    The one bathroom in our 1918 house was in serious need of an upgrade. We chose WISE because they…read morewould hold my hand through the design and build process. All prior interior work in our house had been done by handyman. I really appreciated the communication from our project manager Marc. He created a WhatsApp chat with me and the incredible designer Jocelyn. They were both consistently responsive to any of my questions or concerns -- and opened my mind to design options. Jocelyn spent time in our home, drafted plans, took me shopping, and sourced all the fixtures. From her spreadsheet I was able to find less expensive options for some items. I appreciated the input and control I had on these expenses. Since we needed to move out, I had a tight timeline for the project -- mid October until Thanksgiving. Marc and the team did their best despite City of San Jose delays with inspections. We were able to move back in before the final inspection. Every member of the team was kind and courteous. Marc also did a great job working with the window vendor that specializes in older homes. I'm rating the experience a 4.5 out of 5 for two reasons. I was disappointed that the medicine cabinet, switch plates, and hooks were initially installed unevenly (it was corrected). I expected more attention to detail. And I was disappointed in the wear & tear that happened on my wood floors as well as the overall dust in my dining room. I was warned that things would get dusty -- but didn't understand the extent and would have packed away more things. WISE offers lots of support with design -- they could also offer as part of their package a full cleaning! I offer this feedback to help others calibrate their expectations. Overall it was a positive experience. I waited several months to post this review until I returned from travel and could see how things were settling after regular use. I'm loving the new bathroom and recommend WISE.

    Lemon Remodeling and Services - bathroom construction, tile floor to ceiling, shampoo-niche, bath bench, glass shower door, modern bathroom design

    Lemon Remodeling and Services

    (30 reviews)

    Downtown

    I want to thank Lemon remodeling team for an excellent execution of our renovations. My aunt owns a…read moretownhome in San Jose CA, where after 20 years we had to switch a tenant, and you can only imagine the condition of the property they left behind. We are currently living in Florida and looked for a reliable contractor we can hire remotely. Lemon Remodeling executed perfectly by finishing on time, professional quality of work, and excellent level of communication. They use software where we tracked progress, monitored payment schedules and approve changes and decisions though-out the project. Project manager and coordinator Eli, we couldn't be happier with your service, communication and dedication. Would hire again in a heartbeat!

    We just wrapped up a big home project with Lemon Remodeling, and we couldn't be happier with the…read moreresults! Their crew remodeled our bathroom and laundry room, put in new flooring, and updated the lighting in our kitchen -- and everything turned out wonderful. From the start, they really listened to what we wanted and gave us great advice on both the look and the functionality. They also helped us solve a few pre-existing issues we didn't even know were lurking until the construction started, and their fixes were solid and thoughtful. Communication was a breeze -- Jacob and Adir kept us in the loop, coordinated everything smoothly, and made sure the work stayed on track. If you're looking for quality work, great problem-solving, and a team that cares about your project as much as you do, we can't recommend Lemon Remodeling enough!

    Modern Construction & Remodel

    Modern Construction & Remodel

    (12 reviews)

    Downtown

    Daniel and his team were fantastic to work with! We hired them to fix the subfloor and get rid of…read morethe creaks and squeaks upstairs in our two-story home, and they did an amazing job. During the process of removing our old flooring, Daniel discovered that our staircase wasn't up to code and could've caused injuries or become a liability. Thankfully, he caught it early and quickly came up with a plan and design mock up for a brand new staircase. The new stairs look incredible, feel super solid, and are up to code, even the nosing and measurements are perfect! Daniel's craftsmanship and attention to detail really show. On top of that, he even fixed our front French doors that had been rubbing by tightening the frame just right. Something that had been bugging us for months... Daniel and his crew were punctual, professional, and easy to work with. Their pricing was very fair, the quality was top-notch, and they even finished the job ahead of schedule. I'm beyond happy with how everything turned out. If you're looking for a reliable contractor who delivers great results and genuinely cares about his work, I highly recommend Daniel and Modern Construction & Remodel. I'll definitely be calling them again for future projects!

    I started working with Daniel on a small project, it was a great experience working with someone…read morewho understands the needs and delivers. We liked the work being done and went back to work with him on a few more projects. Daniel is a great guy to work with, I trusted him to get all the projects completed on time and with high-quality

    Shefer Builder - contractors - Updated May 2026

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