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
3D Design Space was established in 1992 Specializing in Additions, Major Renovations, Bathroom, Kitchen, Basement, Garage Remodels, design, and architectural services in Northern Virginia. Quality customer service and workmanship is a number one priority of 3D Design Space. We are fully insured and licensed.
"An amazing, super nice guy to work with...great communication and design ideas. I've never seen someone (and his crew) work so hard to complete a job! I would hire again in a heartbeat."
Melissa E on July 2015
3D Design Space was established in 1992 Specializing in Additions, Major Renovations, Bathroom, Kitchen, Basement, Garage Remodels, design, and architectural services in Northern Virginia. Quality customer service and workmanship is a number one priority of 3D Design Space. We are fully insured and licensed.
"An amazing, super nice guy to work with...great communication and design ideas. I've never seen someone (and his crew) work so hard to complete a job! I would hire again in a heartbeat."
Melissa E on July 2015
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. In order 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.
"I am very glad having SSB homes, very cooperative, accommodative, high quality of work, great satisfaction. Next house I will build with SSB homes. Thanks Srinivasa Atluri"
Sriani A on June 2023
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. In order 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.
"I am very glad having SSB homes, very cooperative, accommodative, high quality of work, great satisfaction. Next house I will build with SSB homes. Thanks Srinivasa Atluri"
Sriani A on June 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
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 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.
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. We specialize in all your outdoor needs from concrete, patios, outdoor lighting, power washing, and Spring and Fall clean ups. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"I wish we could rate Yovani and his team 10 stars. We contacted him to help us prep our home for sale. We originally requested quotes just for drywall, paint and carpet; but as we worked with the team, and found other small projects, we were SO incredibly thankful they were capable of supporting all of the finishing touches. Every step of the way, they were responsive and professional, they kept to the schedule we needed for listing our home, and worked with us to stay in budget. These guys do everything, and take pride in their work with attention to detail. When all was said and done, they did drywall repair, paint, new carpet, new LVT, fresh caulking in bathrooms, an INCREDIBLE job with some external trim that had been plaguing us (a complex bay window obstructed by decking), and hung a new foyer light (2 level, with scaffolding). They always protected surfaces before working and cleaned after their work. Yovani kept in communication throughout the project, always kept to his word, and delivered on a dozen key items. I canâ t say enough nice things. We look forward to recommending them to anyone who needs house prep or handyman work."
L Dawn H on August 2021
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. We specialize in all your outdoor needs from concrete, patios, outdoor lighting, power washing, and Spring and Fall clean ups. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"I wish we could rate Yovani and his team 10 stars. We contacted him to help us prep our home for sale. We originally requested quotes just for drywall, paint and carpet; but as we worked with the team, and found other small projects, we were SO incredibly thankful they were capable of supporting all of the finishing touches. Every step of the way, they were responsive and professional, they kept to the schedule we needed for listing our home, and worked with us to stay in budget. These guys do everything, and take pride in their work with attention to detail. When all was said and done, they did drywall repair, paint, new carpet, new LVT, fresh caulking in bathrooms, an INCREDIBLE job with some external trim that had been plaguing us (a complex bay window obstructed by decking), and hung a new foyer light (2 level, with scaffolding). They always protected surfaces before working and cleaned after their work. Yovani kept in communication throughout the project, always kept to his word, and delivered on a dozen key items. I canâ t say enough nice things. We look forward to recommending them to anyone who needs house prep or handyman work."
L Dawn H on August 2021
Welcome to Virginia Home Remodel, LLC! We have been proudly serving the local area since 2015. We are a trusted and reliable company providing excellent construction services to residential and commercial clients in Virginia and the surrounding communities. Our professional growth and continued success in the industry can be directly attributed to the satisfaction of our loyal, recurrent customers who have come to rely on our services and expertise for all of their home improvement needs. Call today to schedule your appointment! You will not regret your decision to work with us!
"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
Welcome to Virginia Home Remodel, LLC! We have been proudly serving the local area since 2015. We are a trusted and reliable company providing excellent construction services to residential and commercial clients in Virginia and the surrounding communities. Our professional growth and continued success in the industry can be directly attributed to the satisfaction of our loyal, recurrent customers who have come to rely on our services and expertise for all of their home improvement needs. Call today to schedule your appointment! You will not regret your decision to work with us!
"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
K-One Corporation is a family owned design and build company that has been operating since 1991. We work closely with our clients to build trust and bring their vision to reality within cost, schedule and scope. Our in house architects and engineers bring a combined 80 years of experience in designing and building structures to reality.
"We loved working with K-One! Their communication was amazing, they plan well, problem solv quickly, and are a dream to work with for a big project like our new addition. I recommend them to everyone."
Bryn C on April 2023
K-One Corporation is a family owned design and build company that has been operating since 1991. We work closely with our clients to build trust and bring their vision to reality within cost, schedule and scope. Our in house architects and engineers bring a combined 80 years of experience in designing and building structures to reality.
"We loved working with K-One! Their communication was amazing, they plan well, problem solv quickly, and are a dream to work with for a big project like our new addition. I recommend them to everyone."
Bryn C on April 2023
At Ascend Contracting /DBA (Home Run Builder), 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. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional and friendly manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"It was a pleasure working with Hamid and his team. Their work was very professional and within budget. I greatly appreciated that we could collaborate on my project discussing different materials and looks that, when finished, exceeded my expectations. I couldn't possibly be more satisfied and highly recommend HRB."
William T on January 2024
At Ascend Contracting /DBA (Home Run Builder), 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. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional and friendly manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"It was a pleasure working with Hamid and his team. Their work was very professional and within budget. I greatly appreciated that we could collaborate on my project discussing different materials and looks that, when finished, exceeded my expectations. I couldn't possibly be more satisfied and highly recommend HRB."
William T on January 2024
3DF LLC is a locally owned and operated company serving the Reston, VA area and surrounding communities. 3DF, LLC is a full service design & builder of your dream home and living environment. We can help expand your existing structure for you and your family to enjoy for years. Professional craftsmanship, reasonable rates, and friendly customer service. Call us now!
"Could not be happier with Jim's work. Remodeled master bath, kitchen, replaced front door, plus several other smaller tasks. Easy to work with. Has a talented eye for style and design. Kept me informed throughout the process. Has experience with the design board in my town (Reston). Never up-charged. I've recommended him to several neighbors already."
Brian B on August 2024
3DF LLC is a locally owned and operated company serving the Reston, VA area and surrounding communities. 3DF, LLC is a full service design & builder of your dream home and living environment. We can help expand your existing structure for you and your family to enjoy for years. Professional craftsmanship, reasonable rates, and friendly customer service. Call us now!
"Could not be happier with Jim's work. Remodeled master bath, kitchen, replaced front door, plus several other smaller tasks. Easy to work with. Has a talented eye for style and design. Kept me informed throughout the process. Has experience with the design board in my town (Reston). Never up-charged. I've recommended him to several neighbors already."
Brian B on August 2024
Yes, you can add a bathroom on a concrete slab, but the crew will need to saw-cut the slab, trench in new supply and drain lines, and then patch the concrete without weakening the foundation. Working with an experienced plumber and concrete pro keeps the structure intact and helps the new bathroom pass inspections.
schedule covers planning, permits, framing, rough-ins, finishes, and punch-list items.
Larger spaces or extensive plumbing and electrical upgrades can stretch the timeline, while a simple powder-room conversion may wrap up faster. Hiring licensed pros helps keep the schedule on track and the work up to code.
The best location depends on how your family uses the space. An upstairs bath keeps nighttime trips close to the bedrooms, while a first-floor powder room is handy for guests and everyday traffic.
Think about where plumbing lines already run, how much square footage you can spare, and what layout changes fit your budget. A pro can map out the smartest spot and handle any code hurdles.
With the right planning, you can carve out a bathroom in almost any part of the house. A successful addition requires sufficient space, proper ventilation, and access to plumbing and electrical systems. Structural modifications and adherence to building codes are essential.
This process demands careful planning and the coordination of specialized professionals who ensure that the new space meets all code requirements and functional needs.
Under specific conditions, adding an extra bedroom can boost home value more than adding a bathroom. Home value is driven by overall configuration, market demand, and functional balance. A new bedroom influences the property’s appeal in different ways, while an additional bathroom enhances living convenience. Evaluating the current layout and market trends determines the optimal choice for maximum value.