
Serving Carmichael, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2014
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Quote was about three times what it should have been."





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Serving Carmichael, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2014
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Quote was about three times what it should have been."





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Serving Carmichael, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Everything went exactly how it should have. C.J. communicated very well through the whole process and did exactly what he said he was going to do. I rented the equipment and he exceeded my expectations with how quickly he got it done. He trenched and replaced 540 feet of water line in one day. He cleared many, many trees and bushes and leveled an area for my 3,200 sq. ft. shop in two days. I cannot say enough good things about his quality of work, professionalism, and communication."

Serving Carmichael, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2019
Warranties offered
Credit card accepted
"“Thanks for a great job and for getting it done so quickly!” “Patrick did a great job, and was on time.” “Patrick did a very professional job installing lights in my house!” “Excellent & Reliable service; very professional and on time,will definitely use him again."





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Serving Carmichael, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2011
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Very well. Excellent workmanship. Manuel is easy to talk to. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Manuel to any of my friends or family."





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Serving Carmichael, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"I’ve worked with Mike and his team for years on all kinds of projects, and they’ve always been amazing to work with. The quality of their work is top-notch, they stay on budget, and everything runs smoothly from start to finish. Their design sense is excellent and they always manage to get things done right on time. I can’t recommend them enough, truly a reliable, talented, and easy-to-work-with crew."





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Serving Carmichael, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Michael Ridgeway was wonderful to work with because he listened to how I wanted the gate to be finished so it would be structurally strong. I would hire him again without any question. Michaels helper that worked along with him worked very hard. I really appreciate their work ethics. Thank you so much Michael and Tommy! Sherie"

Serving Carmichael, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1983
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"It was very good, they did an excellent job"





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Serving Carmichael, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2021
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Derek did an amazing job rebuilding our deck. He is family man with outstanding character and I felt comfortable having in our home. He is a hard worker and good communicator. You are in great hands!"





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Serving Carmichael, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2017
Free estimates
Customers say: True professional
"Throughout our project, their general construction services were consistently professional and reliable. They managed every detail flawlessly, ensuring a smooth and efficient process from start to finish."





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Serving Carmichael, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2021
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"If you are looking for a knowledgeable, hardworking and trustworthy company, not to mention a kind, respectful, good communication and good person, Vitaliy owner of AVD Construction is who I highly recommend. Our project started as an owner build ADU garage conversion. We interviewed 3 subcontractors for each initial trade. Vitaliy was initially interviewed for framing, it was immediately evident that he was very knowledgeable about construction and codes. His pricing was fair and within other quotes, so we hired him. After a couple visits, and reviews of blueprints we discovered that Vitaliy was a general contractor. Since we were early on in our project, we would have him bid at each step, which we would choose him every time. As the project progressed Vitaliy would catch errors, by other trades and engineering. Most of these catches saved us time and money. There were times that he would fix some of these errors to help us out and save time. There is a specific example that comes to mind. Concrete sub had just poured their concrete, they took off the garage side door and our larger garage door wouldn't close. I was feeling very uneasy about having access to our garage and home from the street. Vitaliy pulled the door out of the pile of trash, cut it down to fit in opening, put hinges back on and wired garage door closed. I think he could see how happy and grateful I was, I remember saying "I think I'll be able to sleep tonight." Vitaliy said "treat other people's home like it's your own." That really stuck with me. Vitaliy made suggestions along the way, that made sense and often was overlooked by our novice eyes. He explained things, so that we could understand, he taught us so much. We are so grateful and lucky to have found him. We went on to hire AVD Contruction to frame, drywall, tape/mud walls, completely tile 2 bathrooms (floors and showers), Install 2 French doors, windows, all vents, stucco entire sides where new doors and windows were installed, plumb our kid's bathroom. Vitaliy was there for every inspection. Every job he took on, he and his workers were respectful, communicated each step of the way and they always treated our home like it was their own. If I had to do it again, I would have hired AVD Construction to do the whole project."





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