We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"They replaced my beaten wooden deck with a new composite one. The price was more than fair after shopping around. What I liked from the experience was the cleanliness and speed. Everything we agreed on they did in timely manner."
Charlie H on October 2023
We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"They replaced my beaten wooden deck with a new composite one. The price was more than fair after shopping around. What I liked from the experience was the cleanliness and speed. Everything we agreed on they did in timely manner."
Charlie H on October 2023
Character Companies: Crafting Excellence in Construction The driving force behind Character Companies dedicated to a reputation for turning construction dreams into reality. At Character Companies we don't just build; we craft. Our unwavering commitment to precision, innovation, and superior craftsmanship has made us the trusted choice for residential and commercial construction projects in Alexandria, VA and beyond. From homes to renovations and expansions, our residential expertise brings your vision to life, ensuring perfection in every detail. Our portfolio includes, kitchens, bathrooms, house renovations, and home additions - delivered on time and within budget. Our projects are tailored to meet your needs ensures that each project reflects your vision and specifications. With 7 years of industry experience, Character Companies brings unparalleled expertise to every project.
"We recently had the unfortunate experience of working with Character Companies Inc., and as government civil servants and veterans, we were deeply disappointed. The price of renovating two bathrooms and installing new LVP flooring at $70K (original quote: $84K) seemed excessive, but we hoped that the quality of service would justify the cost. Sadly, that was not the case, and it has cost us the chance to rent out our home while we are deployed to Iraq. From start to finish, the experience was a nightmare. The project management was abysmal, with multiple delays that extended the timeline one month beyond the agreed schedule. It took over two months to do just two bathrooms and replace flooring when the original timeline was four weeks. This company demonstrated a shocking lack of professionalism and accountability throughout the process. The design work was utterly incompetent, failing to conform to the existing plumbing structure in our bathrooms. The contractor disregarded our repeated attempts to bring attention to design flaws and forced the installation of bathroom vanities by performing a â carpentry fixâ that left us with two top drawers sealed shut, one bottom drawer with a cutout, and one fully functional drawer. One month after installation, one vanity separated from the wall and had to be reattached. Our allegations of Character charging us for high-end fixtures and installing cheaper ones were ignored. The final straw was the damage done to our marble floors. Instead of offering a repair or replacement, the contractor covered it with LVP and then charged us at the end of the project for the extra costs of the LVP that they incurred to cover up the damage! This was deceitful and completely unacceptable. The CEOâ s disregard for customer satisfaction and maintaining basic work standards is unforgivable. The only thing he did well was apologize profusely, not caring about fixing any problems. During a phone call, he admitted that our project was a â dumpster fireâ yet didnâ t offer any concessions. We strongly advise anyone considering Character Companies Inc. to stay far away. Their poor project management, substandard design, shoddy craftsmanship, and unprofessional conduct have left us with a costly mess that will take more time and money to fix. Protect yourself and go with an experienced, reputable company."
CHAD P on August 2024
Character Companies: Crafting Excellence in Construction The driving force behind Character Companies dedicated to a reputation for turning construction dreams into reality. At Character Companies we don't just build; we craft. Our unwavering commitment to precision, innovation, and superior craftsmanship has made us the trusted choice for residential and commercial construction projects in Alexandria, VA and beyond. From homes to renovations and expansions, our residential expertise brings your vision to life, ensuring perfection in every detail. Our portfolio includes, kitchens, bathrooms, house renovations, and home additions - delivered on time and within budget. Our projects are tailored to meet your needs ensures that each project reflects your vision and specifications. With 7 years of industry experience, Character Companies brings unparalleled expertise to every project.
"We recently had the unfortunate experience of working with Character Companies Inc., and as government civil servants and veterans, we were deeply disappointed. The price of renovating two bathrooms and installing new LVP flooring at $70K (original quote: $84K) seemed excessive, but we hoped that the quality of service would justify the cost. Sadly, that was not the case, and it has cost us the chance to rent out our home while we are deployed to Iraq. From start to finish, the experience was a nightmare. The project management was abysmal, with multiple delays that extended the timeline one month beyond the agreed schedule. It took over two months to do just two bathrooms and replace flooring when the original timeline was four weeks. This company demonstrated a shocking lack of professionalism and accountability throughout the process. The design work was utterly incompetent, failing to conform to the existing plumbing structure in our bathrooms. The contractor disregarded our repeated attempts to bring attention to design flaws and forced the installation of bathroom vanities by performing a â carpentry fixâ that left us with two top drawers sealed shut, one bottom drawer with a cutout, and one fully functional drawer. One month after installation, one vanity separated from the wall and had to be reattached. Our allegations of Character charging us for high-end fixtures and installing cheaper ones were ignored. The final straw was the damage done to our marble floors. Instead of offering a repair or replacement, the contractor covered it with LVP and then charged us at the end of the project for the extra costs of the LVP that they incurred to cover up the damage! This was deceitful and completely unacceptable. The CEOâ s disregard for customer satisfaction and maintaining basic work standards is unforgivable. The only thing he did well was apologize profusely, not caring about fixing any problems. During a phone call, he admitted that our project was a â dumpster fireâ yet didnâ t offer any concessions. We strongly advise anyone considering Character Companies Inc. to stay far away. Their poor project management, substandard design, shoddy craftsmanship, and unprofessional conduct have left us with a costly mess that will take more time and money to fix. Protect yourself and go with an experienced, reputable company."
CHAD P on August 2024
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
Here at District Renovations LLC, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"I'm so happy with the work Alex, Kevin and the team did! Alex provided quotes, and high quality work in a very timely manner. The details are really beautiful, and I am especially pleased with the quality of cabinetry, painting, and most of all the beveling on the quartz counters! I had three bathrooms done and the painting jobs were crisp and the cabinetry is elegant. Alex gives very honest opinions on options and details."
Adriana M on March 2025
Here at District Renovations LLC, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"I'm so happy with the work Alex, Kevin and the team did! Alex provided quotes, and high quality work in a very timely manner. The details are really beautiful, and I am especially pleased with the quality of cabinetry, painting, and most of all the beveling on the quartz counters! I had three bathrooms done and the painting jobs were crisp and the cabinetry is elegant. Alex gives very honest opinions on options and details."
Adriana M on March 2025
We have over 10 years of experience in the business. Here at Kozan Construction, LLC, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Mr. Koran was a wonderful professional and he knew his work. He explained everything and did a wonderful job "
Marie S on May 2025
We have over 10 years of experience in the business. Here at Kozan Construction, LLC, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Mr. Koran was a wonderful professional and he knew his work. He explained everything and did a wonderful job "
Marie S on May 2025
SA Home Improvement Inc is a full-service design and builds a residential remodeling company based in Virginia. We have been in business for more than 17 years. We understand that your construction project is an investment. Whether it is the construction of a new home, in addition to your home, or a remodel any number of commercial considerations, we offer quality construction with an emphasis on service and communication. We are customer-focused and understand that your construction project is significant to you. For every project, we offer quality construction with an emphasis on service and communication. Our remodeling specialists at SA can provide innovative concepts and designs to meet your needs. Customer satisfaction is our mission.
"Seddik and his crew did great work on my house addition. The constant communication and attention to detail made the evolution stress-free. We were able to move back in a week earlier than initially quoted and the final cost was within a few percent of the estimate, mostly due to additional touches we added on during the build. He was also extremely responsive to any issues that popped up after the job was finished to make sure everything turned out exactly like our family wanted. Can't recommend them enough to friends and anybody else who will listen."
Mark G on August 2024
SA Home Improvement Inc is a full-service design and builds a residential remodeling company based in Virginia. We have been in business for more than 17 years. We understand that your construction project is an investment. Whether it is the construction of a new home, in addition to your home, or a remodel any number of commercial considerations, we offer quality construction with an emphasis on service and communication. We are customer-focused and understand that your construction project is significant to you. For every project, we offer quality construction with an emphasis on service and communication. Our remodeling specialists at SA can provide innovative concepts and designs to meet your needs. Customer satisfaction is our mission.
"Seddik and his crew did great work on my house addition. The constant communication and attention to detail made the evolution stress-free. We were able to move back in a week earlier than initially quoted and the final cost was within a few percent of the estimate, mostly due to additional touches we added on during the build. He was also extremely responsive to any issues that popped up after the job was finished to make sure everything turned out exactly like our family wanted. Can't recommend them enough to friends and anybody else who will listen."
Mark G on August 2024
An Award Winning Firm with experience in most any style, Apollo Builders, LLC, coordinates the building process from inception to completion and provides valuable critical overview of each phase. From architectural design to vigilant, uncompromising start-to-finish construction management, an Apollo bears the unmistakable stamp of superior craftsmanship and meticulous care. We hope that you will take time to meet with Apollo Builders, LLC, today.
"With so many scams these days, it is hard to trust people. You can 100 percent trust Scott and his team. From the beginning of the process, Scott and his team surpassed my very high expectations. Scottâ s communication is clear and prompt. His prices are reasonable and payment method is easy. His experience working in the county facilitated getting permits approved. His team of contractors are professional, clean and timely. I appreciated that Scott himself managed my construction. When I wanted to change something, Scott would tell me the implications and then, if I still wanted to go forward, worked with me to make that change happen. When we discovered some unfortunate surprise inside the walls of my house or something went wrong (eg. New window delivered broken), Scott and his team made it right every time. Scottâ s honesty, flexibility, and professional expertise made working with him and his team a sincere pleasure. My experience was so good, I am saving money for my next project with Apollo!"
Ebony T on December 2023
An Award Winning Firm with experience in most any style, Apollo Builders, LLC, coordinates the building process from inception to completion and provides valuable critical overview of each phase. From architectural design to vigilant, uncompromising start-to-finish construction management, an Apollo bears the unmistakable stamp of superior craftsmanship and meticulous care. We hope that you will take time to meet with Apollo Builders, LLC, today.
"With so many scams these days, it is hard to trust people. You can 100 percent trust Scott and his team. From the beginning of the process, Scott and his team surpassed my very high expectations. Scottâ s communication is clear and prompt. His prices are reasonable and payment method is easy. His experience working in the county facilitated getting permits approved. His team of contractors are professional, clean and timely. I appreciated that Scott himself managed my construction. When I wanted to change something, Scott would tell me the implications and then, if I still wanted to go forward, worked with me to make that change happen. When we discovered some unfortunate surprise inside the walls of my house or something went wrong (eg. New window delivered broken), Scott and his team made it right every time. Scottâ s honesty, flexibility, and professional expertise made working with him and his team a sincere pleasure. My experience was so good, I am saving money for my next project with Apollo!"
Ebony T on December 2023
A leading construction company in Northern VA focuses on providing optimum quality in various construction services. We take great pride in our work as we have during our 20+ years in business. Thus, you can rest assured, that no matter what construction project we handle, we will be giving nothing but highly professional and expert works. Our galleries collections of photos from previous construction projects can attest to the amount of time, thought, and effort that we put into the services we provide.
"Eco Power Works did a great job on my kitchen and bathroom renovation ! Daryl and John were very patient listening to my ideas. They brought in an architect who was reasonably priced and made suggestions to overall designs which I am so glad they did ! The project from Start to finish was on schedule which O was pleasantly surprised - these guys kept their words and their workers were always on time respectful of my property and time. I like that they always checked with me when they took major steps to double check that everyone was on the same page - they communicated every step of the way and were very careful to to do the job right. I really love the beautiful cabinets and marble countertops which were my dreams. I am so glad I hired these guys - they really did a great job overall - will definitely recommend them to my friends and neighbors !"
Jane _ on April 2025
A leading construction company in Northern VA focuses on providing optimum quality in various construction services. We take great pride in our work as we have during our 20+ years in business. Thus, you can rest assured, that no matter what construction project we handle, we will be giving nothing but highly professional and expert works. Our galleries collections of photos from previous construction projects can attest to the amount of time, thought, and effort that we put into the services we provide.
"Eco Power Works did a great job on my kitchen and bathroom renovation ! Daryl and John were very patient listening to my ideas. They brought in an architect who was reasonably priced and made suggestions to overall designs which I am so glad they did ! The project from Start to finish was on schedule which O was pleasantly surprised - these guys kept their words and their workers were always on time respectful of my property and time. I like that they always checked with me when they took major steps to double check that everyone was on the same page - they communicated every step of the way and were very careful to to do the job right. I really love the beautiful cabinets and marble countertops which were my dreams. I am so glad I hired these guys - they really did a great job overall - will definitely recommend them to my friends and neighbors !"
Jane _ on April 2025
RLD Builders, Inc., has been locally-owned and -operated for more than 20 years. We pride ourselves on quality work and excellent customer service. Call us today for your free estimate.
"I hired RLD Builders to construct a retaining wall that needed replaced before we could repave the driveway. RLD Builders came in with a competitive price and won the job. What was to take a few weeks turned into a three month ordeal. The county permit process caused hurdle after hurdle to get the permits but Rafe kept on the county and we finally got the permits and the job was completed to our satisfaction. We then put the house on the market for sale and had moved to our new out-of-the-area location. The hot water tank in the basement decided to let loose causing major damage to the basement. This is where RLD Builders exceeded our expectations. Rafe and his crew jumped in and cleaned up the water damage, worked with the insurance agents to get approvals, and completely rebuilt our basement. Being that we were no longer in the area, it was a blessing to have RLD Builders on the job to take care of all the details. We couldn't have done it without them. GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE ! ! !"
Fred A on May 2025
RLD Builders, Inc., has been locally-owned and -operated for more than 20 years. We pride ourselves on quality work and excellent customer service. Call us today for your free estimate.
"I hired RLD Builders to construct a retaining wall that needed replaced before we could repave the driveway. RLD Builders came in with a competitive price and won the job. What was to take a few weeks turned into a three month ordeal. The county permit process caused hurdle after hurdle to get the permits but Rafe kept on the county and we finally got the permits and the job was completed to our satisfaction. We then put the house on the market for sale and had moved to our new out-of-the-area location. The hot water tank in the basement decided to let loose causing major damage to the basement. This is where RLD Builders exceeded our expectations. Rafe and his crew jumped in and cleaned up the water damage, worked with the insurance agents to get approvals, and completely rebuilt our basement. Being that we were no longer in the area, it was a blessing to have RLD Builders on the job to take care of all the details. We couldn't have done it without them. GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE ! ! !"
Fred A on May 2025
Our company Studio 76 is a Design Build firm with over a decade of experience in architecture, engineering and construction. We are committed to providing unique design, exceptional craftsmanship, unsurpassed project management and customer service.
"Studio 76 completed my entire home remodeling for single-family home I bought in as-is condition. Home was in 1970 condition and nothing was updated over the years. I got help in deciding each item and vendors suggested by them had a very good variety of produces at a decent price. This project was very pleasant experience and I am very impressed with quality work performed by them. I definitely recommend them for any kind of project as they have capability and tools to complete any tasks."
Ulupi s on September 2016
Our company Studio 76 is a Design Build firm with over a decade of experience in architecture, engineering and construction. We are committed to providing unique design, exceptional craftsmanship, unsurpassed project management and customer service.
"Studio 76 completed my entire home remodeling for single-family home I bought in as-is condition. Home was in 1970 condition and nothing was updated over the years. I got help in deciding each item and vendors suggested by them had a very good variety of produces at a decent price. This project was very pleasant experience and I am very impressed with quality work performed by them. I definitely recommend them for any kind of project as they have capability and tools to complete any tasks."
Ulupi s on September 2016
How far you can push a room depends on the structure you choose. A cantilevered bump-out can extend 24 inches before building codes require its own footing or foundation. Anything longer needs engineered support and a permit. Check local codes or consult with a structural professional before finalizing plans to ensure your design remains safe and compliant.
Most bump-outs are completed within one to four weeks, even with minimal electrical, plumbing, or HVAC work. Their compact size means less demolition, simpler inspections, and fewer weather-related delays compared to a full-scale addition. Your contractor can provide a more precise timeline once they have determined the scope, materials, and permit schedule, but plan on having the extra square footage ready in approximately a month.