Thorough Plumbing
"Had bought an older house and the plumbing was cast iron and breaking down, it was real bad. He took pictures and helped give tips for trying to navigate with insurance. He was able to replace everything in three days, kept good communication with us and was even cool about my dog following him around in the house."
Holly C on April 2025
Thorough Plumbing
"Had bought an older house and the plumbing was cast iron and breaking down, it was real bad. He took pictures and helped give tips for trying to navigate with insurance. He was able to replace everything in three days, kept good communication with us and was even cool about my dog following him around in the house."
Holly C on April 2025
We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installation, and repair for all phases of your plumbing needs. Johnson Plumbing Company is a family business three generations deep that has been doing business for over 100 years. We specialize in a variety of residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.
"Jose came to our home to help install a gas line to our gas stove. We had bought the gas stove from Home Depot but their installers were unable to complete the job I went to Home Advisor to find a plumber and I'm sure glad that I did. Jose came out on a Saturday morning. He was polite and would explain to my wife and I what he was doing and why. He answered all our questions. He not only connected the gas line but completed the installation. i would definitely hire Johnson Plumbing again."
George C on February 2023
We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installation, and repair for all phases of your plumbing needs. Johnson Plumbing Company is a family business three generations deep that has been doing business for over 100 years. We specialize in a variety of residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.
"Jose came to our home to help install a gas line to our gas stove. We had bought the gas stove from Home Depot but their installers were unable to complete the job I went to Home Advisor to find a plumber and I'm sure glad that I did. Jose came out on a Saturday morning. He was polite and would explain to my wife and I what he was doing and why. He answered all our questions. He not only connected the gas line but completed the installation. i would definitely hire Johnson Plumbing again."
George C on February 2023
bluefrog Plumbing + Drain of North Dallas is the solution for all your drain and plumbing needs. We take great pride in our honesty, extreme professionalism, timeliness, and superior customer service, on every job, large or small. bluefrog Plumbing + Drain will deliver a lasting impression, developing a relationship with you and your home, so that the next time service is needed, there will be no question regarding who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed! Give us a call today. bluefrog Plumbing + Drain service experts are happy to help you with your plumbing project. All services are evaluated on-site, at service location, so that you may be completely informed and educated concerning your plumbing needs, ensuring "the right price for the right fix". We look forward to speaking with you today!
"Good"
Heather R on June 2025
bluefrog Plumbing + Drain of North Dallas is the solution for all your drain and plumbing needs. We take great pride in our honesty, extreme professionalism, timeliness, and superior customer service, on every job, large or small. bluefrog Plumbing + Drain will deliver a lasting impression, developing a relationship with you and your home, so that the next time service is needed, there will be no question regarding who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed! Give us a call today. bluefrog Plumbing + Drain service experts are happy to help you with your plumbing project. All services are evaluated on-site, at service location, so that you may be completely informed and educated concerning your plumbing needs, ensuring "the right price for the right fix". We look forward to speaking with you today!
"Good"
Heather R on June 2025
1-800-Plumber +Air is located of Dallas is focused on being the BEST! It's not about being better than everyone else, instead our focus is on providing you with the fast, dependable plumbing and emergency services when you need it most. Our goal is to give you the BEST experience you have ever received from a service based business.
"Efficient and worked great. Showed up early and was done in under 30 minutes."
Bob K on May 2025
1-800-Plumber +Air is located of Dallas is focused on being the BEST! It's not about being better than everyone else, instead our focus is on providing you with the fast, dependable plumbing and emergency services when you need it most. Our goal is to give you the BEST experience you have ever received from a service based business.
"Efficient and worked great. Showed up early and was done in under 30 minutes."
Bob K on May 2025
We are taking every measure to ensure the safety of our community and employees. To learn more about what we are doing, please read more at: https://www.punctualplumberdallas.com/blog/covid-19-message/ Benjamin Franklin Plumbing offers 24 Hour Emergency Services, no matter the size of the job. Our plumbing company stands behind our work. We offer a 2 year warranty on all repair services. We do the job right, the first time. Only the best plumbers work for Benjamin Franklin Plumbing. Do you have a leaky faucet? Has your garbage disposal gone wrong? Did you find your bathroom flooded in the middle of the night? Ben Franklin Plumbing is your around the clock plumbing solution! Our professional plumbing technicians have the knowledge, skill and equipment to solve all of your plumbing repair and installation needs. Whether it is a pipe leak, flood, clogged drain or a new installation; our professional plumbers are the best in the business. Don't delay, call the best plumbers today!
"I used their coupon for a better price. The plumber fixed the clog quickly. He gave me his assessment upfront and updated me as he troubleshooted. He was patient to answer any questions that I had along the way. If I ever need another plumber for an issue, this company will be my top choice."
Miguel M on October 2023
We are taking every measure to ensure the safety of our community and employees. To learn more about what we are doing, please read more at: https://www.punctualplumberdallas.com/blog/covid-19-message/ Benjamin Franklin Plumbing offers 24 Hour Emergency Services, no matter the size of the job. Our plumbing company stands behind our work. We offer a 2 year warranty on all repair services. We do the job right, the first time. Only the best plumbers work for Benjamin Franklin Plumbing. Do you have a leaky faucet? Has your garbage disposal gone wrong? Did you find your bathroom flooded in the middle of the night? Ben Franklin Plumbing is your around the clock plumbing solution! Our professional plumbing technicians have the knowledge, skill and equipment to solve all of your plumbing repair and installation needs. Whether it is a pipe leak, flood, clogged drain or a new installation; our professional plumbers are the best in the business. Don't delay, call the best plumbers today!
"I used their coupon for a better price. The plumber fixed the clog quickly. He gave me his assessment upfront and updated me as he troubleshooted. He was patient to answer any questions that I had along the way. If I ever need another plumber for an issue, this company will be my top choice."
Miguel M on October 2023
Reliant Plumbing is your local Central Texas plumbing company. We live and work in the greater Dallas and Fort Worth areas, where we offer all plumbing services. We pride ourselves on understanding the unique plumbing needs that come with living in this area. We are committed to providing only the highest quality plumbing repairs, and vow to provide exceptional customer service. We believe in keeping this promise to each and every customer and thats why we guarantee our work.
"Stephen Yates did an excellent job and did it in a timely manner."
DEBORAH S on March 2025
Reliant Plumbing is your local Central Texas plumbing company. We live and work in the greater Dallas and Fort Worth areas, where we offer all plumbing services. We pride ourselves on understanding the unique plumbing needs that come with living in this area. We are committed to providing only the highest quality plumbing repairs, and vow to provide exceptional customer service. We believe in keeping this promise to each and every customer and thats why we guarantee our work.
"Stephen Yates did an excellent job and did it in a timely manner."
DEBORAH S on March 2025
Sewell Plumbing Services in 2022 with the vision of providing DFW with excellent plumbing services by honest, skilled plumbers. With a combined 50 years of experience in residential and commercial construction, and 10 of those years in plumbing, Travis has built, repaired, and seen nearly every plumbing issue you can imagine. He understands the importance of service quality, affordability, and personalized customer care. When you hire Sewell Plumbing Services for your plumbing needs, your satisfaction is guaranteed.
"Great Job - Quick and Professional ..."
Randy W on October 2024
Sewell Plumbing Services in 2022 with the vision of providing DFW with excellent plumbing services by honest, skilled plumbers. With a combined 50 years of experience in residential and commercial construction, and 10 of those years in plumbing, Travis has built, repaired, and seen nearly every plumbing issue you can imagine. He understands the importance of service quality, affordability, and personalized customer care. When you hire Sewell Plumbing Services for your plumbing needs, your satisfaction is guaranteed.
"Great Job - Quick and Professional ..."
Randy W on October 2024
WE are a full service remodeling company. We REBUILD SHOWERS AND SHOWER PANS (conventional, wedi, hydroban and schluter systems) AS WELL AS TILE TUB SURROUNDS. Floors, Fireplaces, Backsplashes and anything tile related. RE-GROUT & RE-CAULK SHOWERS & TUB SURROUNDS , NON-SANDED FLOOR RE-GROUTS & RE-CAULKS. BACKSPLASH GROUTS & RE-CAULKS, WE REPLACE OLD CRACKED AND LOOSE TILES. WE ALSO SEAL TILE AND GROUT. Full kitchen and bathroom remodels. Family owned and operated. Angie's List Super Service award winner nine years in a row. Please contact us Monday - Friday 8:00A.M. to 5:00P.M. @ 469 667-9799. Tiledoc3@yahoo.com Formerly the tile doctor. We honor all tile doctor warranties
"We got our bathtub recaulked, shower tile replaced, and leak fixed! Was quick and very well done! Will hire again for future projects!"
Jessica B on March 2025
WE are a full service remodeling company. We REBUILD SHOWERS AND SHOWER PANS (conventional, wedi, hydroban and schluter systems) AS WELL AS TILE TUB SURROUNDS. Floors, Fireplaces, Backsplashes and anything tile related. RE-GROUT & RE-CAULK SHOWERS & TUB SURROUNDS , NON-SANDED FLOOR RE-GROUTS & RE-CAULKS. BACKSPLASH GROUTS & RE-CAULKS, WE REPLACE OLD CRACKED AND LOOSE TILES. WE ALSO SEAL TILE AND GROUT. Full kitchen and bathroom remodels. Family owned and operated. Angie's List Super Service award winner nine years in a row. Please contact us Monday - Friday 8:00A.M. to 5:00P.M. @ 469 667-9799. Tiledoc3@yahoo.com Formerly the tile doctor. We honor all tile doctor warranties
"We got our bathtub recaulked, shower tile replaced, and leak fixed! Was quick and very well done! Will hire again for future projects!"
Jessica B on March 2025
Akraba LLC opened as a family business with 20 years of experience worldwide! We are more than proud to announce that we step forward and decided to open the company and share our knowledge and expertise with the clients around Dallas area. Clients that want to renovate their homes, renovate by specific budget, design and work on ideas together. We offer 3d design before starting the project. We walk through material with our clients. We spends as much time as we need to show materials and options from the cheapest to the most expensive and luxury materials and designs . We explain step by step , from the begging of the project until the end of it . Feel free to contact us any time for any kind of question! Akraba LLC Construction & Remodeling.
"5 stars for the final product, 3 stars on the customer service experience. I contacted Akraba fully aware of their minimum but had a number of tasks and wanted to have the work done by professionals rather than trying to DIY it. This included replacing a window that would not open, replacing an interior double door with one that would lock, repairing the cosmetic damage around a skylight, and replacing a ceiling fan. Louie and Ily reached out immediately, listed to our concerns, requests, and HOA requirements and were able to not only provide a quote for the needed work but also quoted out replacing our fence at a more than reasonable price. While we did have some minor issues with the workers they sent (primarily regarding scheduling), Louie was very reassuring throughout the process and personally came to review and address each concern. Now that the work is complete both we and the HOA are happy with the work they did would recommend them to anyone that needs large projects done."
Annika H on May 2025
Akraba LLC opened as a family business with 20 years of experience worldwide! We are more than proud to announce that we step forward and decided to open the company and share our knowledge and expertise with the clients around Dallas area. Clients that want to renovate their homes, renovate by specific budget, design and work on ideas together. We offer 3d design before starting the project. We walk through material with our clients. We spends as much time as we need to show materials and options from the cheapest to the most expensive and luxury materials and designs . We explain step by step , from the begging of the project until the end of it . Feel free to contact us any time for any kind of question! Akraba LLC Construction & Remodeling.
"5 stars for the final product, 3 stars on the customer service experience. I contacted Akraba fully aware of their minimum but had a number of tasks and wanted to have the work done by professionals rather than trying to DIY it. This included replacing a window that would not open, replacing an interior double door with one that would lock, repairing the cosmetic damage around a skylight, and replacing a ceiling fan. Louie and Ily reached out immediately, listed to our concerns, requests, and HOA requirements and were able to not only provide a quote for the needed work but also quoted out replacing our fence at a more than reasonable price. While we did have some minor issues with the workers they sent (primarily regarding scheduling), Louie was very reassuring throughout the process and personally came to review and address each concern. Now that the work is complete both we and the HOA are happy with the work they did would recommend them to anyone that needs large projects done."
Annika H on May 2025
DFW Improved is a full-service home remodeling contractor that specializes in understanding your goals and providing top-tier results. Rated Top 500 in the Nation in 2018 by Qualified Remodeler, our Design-Build team is ready to serve you. Whether it’s bathroom and kitchen remodeling, media rooms and built-ins; outdoor living spaces or a room addition, we are a general contractor in an elite class of award-winning service providers recognized for building excellence. We design and build for general home renovation, insurance restoration, universal design solutions for aging-in-place, and more to improve your home’s value and your quality of life. Visit our website for service areas and get inspired by our photo gallery. Email: freequote@dfwimproved.com DBAs: DFW Home Services LLC, DFW Homes LLC
"In August 2022, after hearing about DFW Improved on a home improvement radio show, we entered into two contracts with them for a roof replacement and interior water damage repair. These contracts were based on insurance-approved scopes following the 2021 ice storm. DFW Improved began the roof replacement project first. Following the replacement, the roof continued to leak due to their failure to replace the flashings. Despite corresponding work items in the insurance scope (confirmed later by the insurance adjuster's email), the DFW Improved salesperson insisted that flashing was not part of the roof. He threatened legal action if further payment was not made. Prior to this, they presented two identical model shingles as choices, which their own roof subcontractor on-site disclosed. Upon our inquiry via email, instead of addressing the issue, the salesperson accused us of defaming their company. Furthermore, they quoted $900 for a non-existent siding hole and estimated $25,000 for a bookcase, which their own designer valued at $6,000 to $7,000. While the roof leaking issue was still unresolved, DFW Improved began interior work. Instead of submitting the agreed supplement request as agreed, they skipped necessary steps to cut water-damaged drywall. To prevent wasted effort, we instructed workers to stop. The salesperson responded, stating that workers would not proceed with any work not approved by insurance. However, he emailed the insurance company claiming that the work had already been completed, causing significant confusion for us. During the halt period, we sent out numerous issues such as broken air pipes, cracked roof rafters, missing insulation, roof holes, missing felt paper, and a leaking roof. However, we received no response other than prevaricate explanations and demanding for money. We escalated to the DFW Improved upper manager who responded that they are their best team members and disregarded our request for an alternative project team. DFW Improved abandoned the projects and warranties, and initiated separation in December 2022. Both parties engaged in negotiations over separation costs. During this process, DFW Improved unexpectedly sent four individuals to our house, claiming to inspect texture work and demanding payment. Subsequently, DFW Improved placed a lien on our house, and their lawyer sent a demanding letter stating they would auction our house and (quote)“sue Vigorously” if payment was not made, despite the mediation/arbitration clause clearly outlined in the contracts. Under this pressure, we filed a claim in Tarrant County Small Claims Court, where the lien was placed. Later, their lawyer filed a motion to transfer the case to Collin County, where DFW Improved is based. We refused to comply with a demand for $5,000 and the confidentiality requirement during mediation. DFW Improved filed a new case simultaneously in the higher Tarrant County District Court, demanding a new amount of $59,845 and seeking to enforce the lien, providing no explanation for this amount. According to their co-owner's email, their accounting book calculated that we owed them a total of $1,260 (detailed below). During pre-mediation discussions, their lawyer attempted to justify their request for $8k, citing that a significant portion was allocated to attorneys' fees. We did not engage their lawyer to send us a threatening letter containing false statements about suing us without mediation. Their lawyer also declined $65 public mediator service provided by the Tarrant Small Claims Court. Additionally, they unilaterally escalated the dispute to a higher court. We have never been late with their payments. In fact, DFW Improved made a math error by crediting the blind work twice. When we brought this to their attention, DFW Improved spent extra time correcting the invoice, and their salesperson initiated an internal investigation. Any delay was certainly not caused by us. DFW Improved filed a lien attempting to collect the costs again, despite already receiving payment. See the invoice they submitted, which completely overlooks the $35,895.76 payment we made (supported by our bank transactions). —-------------The payment schedule on the contract has major math errors—--------- Payments for the work are due as follows: Contract Total $ 194,972.33 $ 19,497.23 deposit is due at initial design meeting.(10% of the Contract Total) 20% of the Contract Total is due at the preconstruction meeting. 30% of the Contract Total is due at start of drywall repair. ←– we requested halt at this phase and according to texas property code Sec. 28.003. EXCEPTION FOR GOOD FAITH DISPUTE; we can WITHHOLDING up to 110% of the difference between the amount the obligee claims is due and the amount the obligor claims is due. 30% of the Contract Total is due at start of countertop/trim installation. ←–we don’t even have any work for countertop 17% of the Contract Total is due at walkthrough. Remaining contract total is due at completion. 10%+20+30%+30%+17% + Remaining is more than 107%! DFW Improved needs to refund the incorrectly collected funds. -------DFW Improved co-owner's calculation based on their accounting book--------- ROOFING PROJECT Contracted amount: $52,364.74 Approved Credits Total ($3128.51) Xactimate difference ($1499.88) Line #18 R&R Chimney Flashing ($438.29) Line #25 Digital satellite ($49.24) Line #27 R&R Window Screen ($649.38) Line #53 Window Bid ($491.72) Payments to date: ($36,655.32) Roofing Project Balance due to DFW Improved $12,580.91 Line #20 Step Flashing Line #21 Flashing - L Flashing Additional credit discussed above of $1,478.63 brings this amount to $11,102.28 <--- DFW Improved never passed the city inspection and provide completion list and promised warranty INTERIOR PROJECT Current payments ($35,895.76) Current Costs to Date $28,432.84 Demo crew $550 Demo crew $150 Plumbing crew $690 Drywall crew $19,200 Insulation company $3000 Home Depot - misc. materials $104.03 Total for labor and material $23,694.03 <---this amount is already paid 20% per insurance standards for Profit and Overhead $4,738.81 Interior Project Credit for exhaust fan duct ($150) Interior Project Balance due to homeowner ($7,612.92) Total amount due(combine both contracts) $1,260 —----interior invoice from DFW Improved(removed detail name of subcontractors)---------- 11/12/2022 homeowner:2022-August-Interior Insurance Rest Remodeling $ 150.00 11/17/2022 homeowner:2022-August-Interior Insurance Rest demo $ 550.00 11/17/2022 6013751 homeowner:2022-August-Interior Insurance Rest Home Depot $ 23.27 11/17/2022 6013734 homeowner:2022-August-Interior Insurance Rest Home Depot $ 23.02 11/25/2022 816725 homeowner:2022-August-Interior Insurance Rest Drywall $ 19,200.00 11/21/2022 2014093 homeowner:2022-August-Interior Insurance Rest Home Depot $ 115.46 11/22/2022 1200043 homeowner:2022-August-Interior Insurance Rest Home Depot $ (57.72) 11/29/2022 34736796-$690 homeowner:2022-August-Interior Insurance Rest Plumbing $ 690.00 11/30/2022 10-85062 homeowner:2022-August-Interior Insurance Rest Insulation $ 900.00 11/30/2022 10-85061 homeowner:2022-August-Interior Insurance Rest Insulation $ 2,100.00 $ 23,694.03 They attempted to inflate the amount to $22,835.94 by falsely claiming work on the wall texture extended from the actual 10% (bottom 1 foot of each wall) to 100%. Their lien is invalid, and their claim is baseless according to the evidence in their own submitted invoice. We are uncertain about the extent and duration of the legal battle DFW Improved and their lawyer will continue to pursue. It has been nearly two years. Instead of assisting us with the aftermath of a natural disaster, DFW Improved attempted to extort money from us and our insurance provider. This has resulted in substantial legal fees, emotional stress, and significant delays in repairing our house, necessitating prolonged rental expenses. Despite our efforts to settle amicably, they persist in prolonging and escalating the dispute. This inci"
phillip c on June 2024
DFW Improved is a full-service home remodeling contractor that specializes in understanding your goals and providing top-tier results. Rated Top 500 in the Nation in 2018 by Qualified Remodeler, our Design-Build team is ready to serve you. Whether it’s bathroom and kitchen remodeling, media rooms and built-ins; outdoor living spaces or a room addition, we are a general contractor in an elite class of award-winning service providers recognized for building excellence. We design and build for general home renovation, insurance restoration, universal design solutions for aging-in-place, and more to improve your home’s value and your quality of life. Visit our website for service areas and get inspired by our photo gallery. Email: freequote@dfwimproved.com DBAs: DFW Home Services LLC, DFW Homes LLC
"In August 2022, after hearing about DFW Improved on a home improvement radio show, we entered into two contracts with them for a roof replacement and interior water damage repair. These contracts were based on insurance-approved scopes following the 2021 ice storm. DFW Improved began the roof replacement project first. Following the replacement, the roof continued to leak due to their failure to replace the flashings. Despite corresponding work items in the insurance scope (confirmed later by the insurance adjuster's email), the DFW Improved salesperson insisted that flashing was not part of the roof. He threatened legal action if further payment was not made. Prior to this, they presented two identical model shingles as choices, which their own roof subcontractor on-site disclosed. Upon our inquiry via email, instead of addressing the issue, the salesperson accused us of defaming their company. Furthermore, they quoted $900 for a non-existent siding hole and estimated $25,000 for a bookcase, which their own designer valued at $6,000 to $7,000. While the roof leaking issue was still unresolved, DFW Improved began interior work. Instead of submitting the agreed supplement request as agreed, they skipped necessary steps to cut water-damaged drywall. To prevent wasted effort, we instructed workers to stop. The salesperson responded, stating that workers would not proceed with any work not approved by insurance. However, he emailed the insurance company claiming that the work had already been completed, causing significant confusion for us. During the halt period, we sent out numerous issues such as broken air pipes, cracked roof rafters, missing insulation, roof holes, missing felt paper, and a leaking roof. However, we received no response other than prevaricate explanations and demanding for money. We escalated to the DFW Improved upper manager who responded that they are their best team members and disregarded our request for an alternative project team. DFW Improved abandoned the projects and warranties, and initiated separation in December 2022. Both parties engaged in negotiations over separation costs. During this process, DFW Improved unexpectedly sent four individuals to our house, claiming to inspect texture work and demanding payment. Subsequently, DFW Improved placed a lien on our house, and their lawyer sent a demanding letter stating they would auction our house and (quote)“sue Vigorously” if payment was not made, despite the mediation/arbitration clause clearly outlined in the contracts. Under this pressure, we filed a claim in Tarrant County Small Claims Court, where the lien was placed. Later, their lawyer filed a motion to transfer the case to Collin County, where DFW Improved is based. We refused to comply with a demand for $5,000 and the confidentiality requirement during mediation. DFW Improved filed a new case simultaneously in the higher Tarrant County District Court, demanding a new amount of $59,845 and seeking to enforce the lien, providing no explanation for this amount. According to their co-owner's email, their accounting book calculated that we owed them a total of $1,260 (detailed below). During pre-mediation discussions, their lawyer attempted to justify their request for $8k, citing that a significant portion was allocated to attorneys' fees. We did not engage their lawyer to send us a threatening letter containing false statements about suing us without mediation. Their lawyer also declined $65 public mediator service provided by the Tarrant Small Claims Court. Additionally, they unilaterally escalated the dispute to a higher court. We have never been late with their payments. In fact, DFW Improved made a math error by crediting the blind work twice. When we brought this to their attention, DFW Improved spent extra time correcting the invoice, and their salesperson initiated an internal investigation. Any delay was certainly not caused by us. DFW Improved filed a lien attempting to collect the costs again, despite already receiving payment. See the invoice they submitted, which completely overlooks the $35,895.76 payment we made (supported by our bank transactions). —-------------The payment schedule on the contract has major math errors—--------- Payments for the work are due as follows: Contract Total $ 194,972.33 $ 19,497.23 deposit is due at initial design meeting.(10% of the Contract Total) 20% of the Contract Total is due at the preconstruction meeting. 30% of the Contract Total is due at start of drywall repair. ←– we requested halt at this phase and according to texas property code Sec. 28.003. EXCEPTION FOR GOOD FAITH DISPUTE; we can WITHHOLDING up to 110% of the difference between the amount the obligee claims is due and the amount the obligor claims is due. 30% of the Contract Total is due at start of countertop/trim installation. ←–we don’t even have any work for countertop 17% of the Contract Total is due at walkthrough. Remaining contract total is due at completion. 10%+20+30%+30%+17% + Remaining is more than 107%! DFW Improved needs to refund the incorrectly collected funds. -------DFW Improved co-owner's calculation based on their accounting book--------- ROOFING PROJECT Contracted amount: $52,364.74 Approved Credits Total ($3128.51) Xactimate difference ($1499.88) Line #18 R&R Chimney Flashing ($438.29) Line #25 Digital satellite ($49.24) Line #27 R&R Window Screen ($649.38) Line #53 Window Bid ($491.72) Payments to date: ($36,655.32) Roofing Project Balance due to DFW Improved $12,580.91 Line #20 Step Flashing Line #21 Flashing - L Flashing Additional credit discussed above of $1,478.63 brings this amount to $11,102.28 <--- DFW Improved never passed the city inspection and provide completion list and promised warranty INTERIOR PROJECT Current payments ($35,895.76) Current Costs to Date $28,432.84 Demo crew $550 Demo crew $150 Plumbing crew $690 Drywall crew $19,200 Insulation company $3000 Home Depot - misc. materials $104.03 Total for labor and material $23,694.03 <---this amount is already paid 20% per insurance standards for Profit and Overhead $4,738.81 Interior Project Credit for exhaust fan duct ($150) Interior Project Balance due to homeowner ($7,612.92) Total amount due(combine both contracts) $1,260 —----interior invoice from DFW Improved(removed detail name of subcontractors)---------- 11/12/2022 homeowner:2022-August-Interior Insurance Rest Remodeling $ 150.00 11/17/2022 homeowner:2022-August-Interior Insurance Rest demo $ 550.00 11/17/2022 6013751 homeowner:2022-August-Interior Insurance Rest Home Depot $ 23.27 11/17/2022 6013734 homeowner:2022-August-Interior Insurance Rest Home Depot $ 23.02 11/25/2022 816725 homeowner:2022-August-Interior Insurance Rest Drywall $ 19,200.00 11/21/2022 2014093 homeowner:2022-August-Interior Insurance Rest Home Depot $ 115.46 11/22/2022 1200043 homeowner:2022-August-Interior Insurance Rest Home Depot $ (57.72) 11/29/2022 34736796-$690 homeowner:2022-August-Interior Insurance Rest Plumbing $ 690.00 11/30/2022 10-85062 homeowner:2022-August-Interior Insurance Rest Insulation $ 900.00 11/30/2022 10-85061 homeowner:2022-August-Interior Insurance Rest Insulation $ 2,100.00 $ 23,694.03 They attempted to inflate the amount to $22,835.94 by falsely claiming work on the wall texture extended from the actual 10% (bottom 1 foot of each wall) to 100%. Their lien is invalid, and their claim is baseless according to the evidence in their own submitted invoice. We are uncertain about the extent and duration of the legal battle DFW Improved and their lawyer will continue to pursue. It has been nearly two years. Instead of assisting us with the aftermath of a natural disaster, DFW Improved attempted to extort money from us and our insurance provider. This has resulted in substantial legal fees, emotional stress, and significant delays in repairing our house, necessitating prolonged rental expenses. Despite our efforts to settle amicably, they persist in prolonging and escalating the dispute. This inci"
phillip c on June 2024
Building code requirements vary by location. In many earthquake-prone areas, seismic gas shut-off valves are mandatory for new construction and during certain renovations or property transfers. Local building codes may specify which valve models are approved for installation.
Even where not required by law, these valves are strongly recommended as a safety measure in seismic zones to prevent gas-related fires and explosions following earthquakes.
Many insurance providers recognize the safety benefits of earthquake valves and may offer discounts on premiums. The specific savings depend on your insurance company's policies and your property's location. Contact your insurance provider directly to inquire about potential discounts for seismic safety improvements, as offerings vary between companies and regions.
Licensed natural gas plumbers are the most qualified professionals for earthquake valve installation. In most states, plumbers must maintain specific certifications and insurance coverage to work with gas lines. These professionals understand local building codes, proper valve placement, and how to ensure the system functions correctly during an emergency. Always verify that your installer has the appropriate licenses before proceeding with installation.
When an earthquake valve activates during a seismic event, it automatically shuts off the gas supply to your home. After the valve has triggered, you'll need a qualified professional to inspect your gas system for damage before resetting the valve and restoring gas flow. This safety measure prevents gas from flowing through potentially damaged pipes or into your home when appliances might have been compromised during the earthquake.