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The Kitchen Magician

Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings Installation, Laminate Countertops Installation,

About us

Carpentry has been my beat for 30+ years. Being in the Marine Corps, my motto was 'once a Marine always a Marine', and I feel that way about carpentry: 'Once a carpenter, always a Carpenter!'. I put service to you and a pleasant demeanor in the forefront. Although I pride myself on quality work and on doing my best to save the customer money, what good is excellent workmanship without interpersonal skills? Proper communication: clear, transparent dialogue and understanding is so important to me. Also, safety - your safety and well being is of utmost importance and concern. I continually strive to look for ways to work safely and keep you, the customer safe. These days, during the pandemic, I enter each new job with a face mask and work gloves. My tools are thoroughly cleaned. For over 25 years my team and I have been turning outdated kitchens into exciting, useful kitchen spaces. Your imagination is the only limit we have to making the kitchen of your dreams.

Business highlights

Veteran owned and operated
26 years of experience

Memberships & Affiliations

SGI-USA, an NGO devoted to Peace, Culture & Education (Non Violence)

Services we offer

Cabinets - Installation and Repair; Custom, Closet Organizers; Storage Spaces; Shelving, Countertops - Repair and Installation, Decorative Trim, Moulding, Doors and Windows - New or Install

Amenities

Free Estimates

Yes

Reviews
4.580 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
68%
4
10%
3
1%
2
1%
1
5%

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Thelma *.
Aug 2020
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
He remodeled my kitchen. Gave me some ideas, very creative. Offered competitive prices.

Robert J.
Aug 2020
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
We highly recommend Charlie Sabas who has done various home repair and remodeling in our home for most of a decade. His broad knowledge and good craftsmanship have resulted in pleasing and well-executed improvements. My only critique is that his desire to please will occasionally cause him to take on a job when a customer selected an unusual supplier that he did not recommend. It happened on a job for us. Listen to Charlie. He knows good suppliers and the result will be on time and look terrific. He is a delight to have in oneâ  s home or business. In addition to good humor, he is a hobbyist magician and can show a few quick tricks on request. We know several of his satisfied clients who also recommend and use him repeatedly. We stand behind his honesty without any reservation. Sincerely, Robert Johnson Waterbury, CT

Michelle L.
Aug 2020
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
He s very friendly has a great sense of humor I am very honest. Would not hesitate to recommend him.
Response from The Kitchen Magician
"Thank you, Michelle!"

Katie P.
Jun 2020
2.5
Took a long time to complete the job. Did not install all of the spacers provided and some cabinet doors hit other cabinets when opening. He charged more than our agreed-upon price.

Karen M.
Jul 2019
4.5
Yes, I recommend this pro
charlie was very nice and did a really good job. i will use him again. karen marcus

Bernard C.
Dec 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro

Joel M.
Nov 2018
4.5
Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings Installation
Yes, I recommend this pro
Charlie was great from start to finish. He did a nice job replacing the baseboard covers on our entire downstairs.

Mary S.
Oct 2018
1.0
Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings Installation
Charlie came to my home and assessed what work needed to be done. He was polite, on time, took notes. He told me it would be $150 and it would be a days work? But, I said okay...rescheduled a appointment, so I could be here the whole time. asked him to adjust a set of bi- fold doors, which he did. Next he was to fix 2 bedroom doors that would not close. He used a hammer and a piece of wood to bang up the top of the door way to get the door to close, which did not work.It resulted in damage to the wood and paint of both doorways. Then he left for 2 hours to get a saw...and proceeded to cut the top of one door, which made it too short and light was coming through the top! His fix for this was to glue the piece back on and sand and paint it. I told him it was a waste of time and it would never look the same.He said there was no alternative...I said yes there was..replace the door! He said you need to let me try to fix it. So I did...it looks awful! While the paint was drying he went to replace the weather stripping on my garage, which he mickey moused, big gaps...didn't measure correctly or install right. My second door upstairs still doesn't close...not to mention the damage I will have to pay for to get paint and wood fixed. My husband asked him to leave and come back...After discussing it together we decided not to expose our home to any more damage. I text and emailed Charlie along with pictures of the damage and telling him not to come back. I would not suggest anyone hiring him...and if he is worried about poor reviews...don't do shoddy work! He never responded to my text or email. Michelle R. [Consumer name withheld at their request]
Response from The Kitchen Magician
"To Michelle: I am so sorry that you are unhappy with my work. I do not remember receiving any phone calls or texts with images about your dissatisfaction. Had I received the same, I would have been glad to make it right for you. I was trying to save you money on buying a new door, but it backfired. Poor reviews like yours permanently impact my reputation and job prospects. I am over 60 years of age, a USMC Veteran and. I must still work to live. I care about your job and everyone whose home I enter to repair, install, or build anything. Your job mattered to me. It saddens me that I was not given the chance to correct the work to your satisfaction."

Beth S.
Oct 2018
4.5
Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings Installation
Yes, I recommend this pro
Charlie was great. I plan on hiring him again. He was professional, friendly and cleaned up after the work. He deserves 5 stars

Pilar A.
Oct 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Charlie us a very nice man. He is trust worthy. Job was done rightaway and well done.

Bertrum A.
Sep 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Charles did great work and was very professional

Dianne G.
Sep 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Charlie responded quickly to my request. He was available immediately and completed the job as expected. Charlie is reliable and a professional.

Vishy K.
Aug 2018
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Will hire them again as needed.

Wayne R.
Aug 2018
5.0
Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings Installation
Yes, I recommend this pro
Charlie was prompt, courteous, and professional. Reasonable cost and I was very satisfied with the repair. Would not hesitate to use or recommend his service.

Jennifer O.
Jul 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro

Richard J.
May 2018
4.5
Yes, I recommend this pro
worked very well at correcting my problem. very satisfied with hi work

Wayne S.
May 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Charlie was professional, considerate, and really hard working. My replacement doors fit perfectly and close correctly which is something the old doors never did. Highly recommended!!!!!!

Henry M.
May 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Nice job.

Gerald S.
May 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Charlie, was friendly and extremely professional. I would hire him again. and i would refer him as well.

Ken L.
Apr 2018
5.0
Great job fast and professional

Cynthia P.
Apr 2018
5.0
Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings Installation
Yes, I recommend this pro
He was very nice, on time and did great work. I would definitely hire him again.

Sue H.
Apr 2018
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro

Phyllis F.
Feb 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Charlie was very prompt.He came over within 2 hours of my initial call.He went above and beyond the scope of the door knob replacement project to repair a door that wouldn't close properly.He is a genuinely nice guy who will make you laugh with his clean jokes.I will definitely call him again when I am ready to proceed with other projects.

David R.
Feb 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
He was prompt, professional and personable. Highly recommend him.

Doris M.
Nov 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
I was very satisfied with the completed work and would definitely recommend this company to others.
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FAQ

The Kitchen Magician is currently rated 4.5 overall out of 5.

Yes, The Kitchen Magician offers free project estimates.

No, The Kitchen Magician does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.

No, The Kitchen Magician does not offer emergency services.

No, The Kitchen Magician does not offer warranties.