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"My wife and I bought a summer cottage in Fontana, WI that we wanted to turn into a year-round home in December 2021. This was our first significant remodel of any home we’ve ever owned. At that time, many contractors were very busy and/or very expensive. We discussed our project with at least a dozen potential contractors. We chose MH Renovations, and we are thrilled with that decision. Project. We completely remodeled the existing kitchen and 2 full bathrooms. We replaced all flooring and repainted the entire inside. We replaced and added wood trim in various rooms. We replaced the boiler, added A/C, and replaced a large portion of the electrical system. Value. We felt the quality of workmanship was above average, and the cost was below average. Generally, we agree with the old axiom that you get what you pay for. So, we felt we got more than we paid for. For a couple who’s generally quite frugal, that’s saying a lot. Decisions. With any large project like this, there are a thousand decisions to be made. This contractor seemed to know exactly which decisions they should make and which to let the homeowner make. We were glad to be shielded from the smaller decisions and be asked on the bigger ones. Just right. Communications. Just perfect. Not too much, and we never felt in the dark on anything. Changes. With a large project, we expected we’d want to make some changes during the project. That was true, and the contractor was perfectly happy to accommodate those requests and give us options. Perfect. Schedule. At a time when most contractors were giving start dates of 6-8 months out and more, this contractor quoted us just 3 months to begin. That was about the earliest of any quote. We were thrilled when they even were able to start a month earlier. And after they began, they pressed to keep the project on time, working with various sub-contractors, while shielding us from any of that pain. So our project started early (Feb 2022), completed with the expected duration, and ended early (April 2022). Far exceeded our expectations. Unexpected issues. As with any large project, there will always be some unforeseen issues. For ours, it was the existing electrical system. The subcontracted electrician uncovered ungrounded outlets, missing switch and outlet boxes, wiring comprised of foot-long parts, and bare wires. All you can hope for is that those problems get identified and rectified correctly, and that it doesn’t cost an arm and a leg. Our contractor kept us informed and searched for related, hidden issues once problems became clear. Our contractor genuinely felt bad about this added cost, and very generously did some of the work without adding cost. This is going above and beyond for your customer. Our contractor handling these unexpected issue as well as we could have hoped for. Budget. If we hadn’t added any requests during the project and didn’t uncover the hidden/existing electrical issues, we would haven been right on budget. The unexpected electrical work added ~10% to the entire budget. That overrun was about what we expected when we budgeted for this project, so we felt we came out just fine on budget. Was it fun? Yes! We truly enjoyed our discussions/calls/texts/emails with our contractor. We genuinely liked our contractor, and that made the experience a lot less stressful and painful than it could have been otherwise. These are our people. And we liked their employees and their sub-contractors too. Everyone we encountered was just a pro. Would we hire this contractor again? Definitely. I’m sure we will, and we won’t bother calling anyone else."

"Chester and his team were very respectful of working in our home while we were also working from home. They were able to diagnose and fix our plumbing issue, including completely replacing all the cabinets that had been damaged beyond repair. Job was done in a timely manner - especially given the extent of the water damage. Chester and his team were the only contractors who agreed to take on the repairs, after we had several contractors/companies say the job was too big for them. 10/10 would hire again (though hopefully we won't need to!)"

"Jack took detailed notes during home quote visit and provided us an initial estimate over the phone. His proposal was comparable to other bids we got. We decided to move forward and he sent us a written estimate via email. The first estimate was slightly over original amount due to known possibility with electrical and additional work we wanted. They started the project and it took about 6 weeks to complete. There were some bumps in the beginning with days/time they were working but we were able to sort that out and all was good. Ralph was the main guy that did most of the work. He did a nice job and made sure to clean up after the end of each day. Basement turned out great and We are very happy with it."

"Angelo Pecoraro, the owner of A.P. Builder, was a pleasure to work with from start to finish on our major remodeling project of adding a sunroom to our home. Out of many contractors I called to get an estimate, he was the only one willing to provide options to have the project fit our budget. Once we agreed to move forward, he worked diligently with the architect and village to get the permits finalized (which is a difficult task in my town). Once the work started, he provided almost daily updates of the work that will be completed and any anticipated inspections (which we passed easily). He also reached out himself to finalize details from big items like windows to small ones like the molding. The result was a beautiful sunroom and deck which I receive compliments on regularly. Do yourself a favor and for your next major home remodel/renovation work with Angelo and A.P. Builder!"

"We've needed a major staircase upgrade for years and got Caesar and his crew to do it. As we decided on this we mentioned our half bathroom on the main level. He gave us a very fair price on the labor for that, and in fact was able to get us a beautiful and custom made vanity and top. The workmanship is top notch and all the men in the crew are very personable. Caesar not only listens, but he readily ask you questions as to your input on how things be done to your liking. The stairs and powder room turned out beautiful. We've already told Caesar that his services for another project will be needed in the fall."

"We have once again reached out to Joe Kim at J & K Home Improvements when we had a new project planned. We were completely satisfied when we replaced our siding and roof with Joe. Now Joe and his professional crew have replaced all our windows . There are never surprises or additions from when the job is quoted. Once again we are totally satisfied and delighted with their work!! It has been a stress free experience each and every time."

"They did a great job, Frank provided great customer service and communicated details thorough the project and Miguel did a great job installing our new shower. Very happy with their work and highly recommend."

"We tried to previously start to remodel my kitchen with a company that promised all the things we wanted for our kitchen. They had said they could do everything and anything we wanted the exact way we had wanted, let s just say everything went bad, lots of money gone to waste over the promises they could not meet. They couldnt even do a floor correct so I called master craft and design who we previously spoke to but didnt hire which was a huge mistake but I called Eddie and expained everything so he agree it wasnt ok or bye code over 4 months with no kitchen 3 kids just imagine. He helped us and guided us in the right path on how to get out of this nightmare contract and to contact a lawyer which we did, so for legal reason I cant say the company's name but Eddie did not have to help us at all since he was not our contractor at that time, and had nothing to do with it.but he had no hard feelings or wasnt upset that we chose to go another way which was great of him. but master craft and design is the shining light at the end of a dark tunnel. Let s start off by saying, yes I did hire Master Craft and design after everything was said and done with the previous company. I would be crazy not to hire the company. The other hack company had cleaned us dry Emotionally and financially and never gave us any money back or even a sorry just 4 months of broken promises. but this company Master craft and design worked with us on cost and everything else. it just wasnt about money with them which was amazing. Yes I would be stupid not to hire them. He has delivered everything I have wanted and so much more. The quality of his work,his professionalism,his communication,and his delivery through this whole kitchen remodel has been outstanding. He came in when I had literally nothing and was so stressed and crying every day because the other hack company had done a hack job. He had assured me that everything was gonna be amazing and I was in great hands And all I have to say is wow amazing fast kind and my cabinets are high quality never seen cabinets this high end ,my counters are high quality, my floors are high quality, everything they have touched in this kitchen has been high quality and has been done with love. And for fast but great i never once thought wonder where all my money went boning saw it They have taken care of my home like it was their own. Not only did I feel like a customer I felt like family. I couldnt Express how amazing they are in any words they blew this kitchen out of the park.as soon as the first day of work was done . my whole family felt stress relief felt safe knowing our home was in a great company's hands amazing team.please if I could tell anyone anything it would be that ur crazy not to hire this company. Like I said before they are family now and no one will ever touch our home if they dont work with this company. I just wish this helps your family make the right choice i and hires this company. if they want there job done right and looking amazing. You made a nightmare a dream and reality for us Thank you for all your help thru this. My family would be lost with out your company johnnie Daniel and Pablo and Eddie all life savers in our eyes"

"Needed some outside stairs repaired. Work was done promptly even though the weather was cold. "

"The contractor did a wonderful job, top-notch explained everything was excellent I would highly recommend them"