Julian Dioulo
GBI had an amazing experience using… I had an amazing experience using Remodelmate. Their staff was able to find me a high quality contractor to conduct the home improvement work that I needed done. The payment process was very easy and convenient as well. l will most definitely be using them again!
Tamra
GBBathroom renovations by remodelmate We used remodelmate to renovate two bathrooms in our condo that we planned to sell. Chad and his team were easy to work with -- they listened to what we wanted and offered advice when they thought that we'd likely prefer something different than what we requested (they were always right). When they began the work, I found remodelmate to be responsible and reliable. And when they finished both bathrooms, I was sad that we were planning to move because both bathrooms were gorgeous! On top of all of that, remodelmate was reasonably priced. We could not have been happier with the experience and would not hesitate to use them in our new home!
Amy P.
GBQuick and easy This was a quick and easy way to get a contractor in to take care of a small project. We were able to work with Remodelmate to scope the project virtually, and they matched us up with excellent workers who were quick, efficient, on time, and did great work.
Aby
GBRemodelmate Complete Bathroom Renovation Experience Remodelmate provided a complete experience for our bathroom renovation and we could not be more pleased. From the initial consultation, to the design review, itemized bill of material, contractor meet and greet, etc. The whole experience was tailored to our needs as we were able to provide feedback and change parts to our liking. For any damaged item received, Remodelmate worked with the sub-vendor to replace damaged parts which was a huge burden that we did not have to deal with. The contractor was very engaged throughout the build and adjusted and course corrected as needed. The whole process was smooth and we couldn't be happier with the end product! Highly recommend Remodelmate for your bathroom renovations!
Monica P
GBNot as smooth as they make it sound Pros: - The day to day communication with my representative was great. Analyn was very responsive and efficient. That said, I once emailed the owner, Chad, to complain about process and never heard back from him. - You don't have to pay the milestones until you are satisfied. - Unlike my previous experience with contractors, this time they would not disappear for days at a time, or leave the job unfinished. Cons: Remodelmate's business model seems pretty ideal. And if it all sounds too good to be true, well ... It's because it is. Let's break this up into parts. 1. Budget: Their model is to try to give you the smallest budget possible to lure you in. And it works! I mean, here I am. But there should be a contingency line in the budget of a few thousand dollars. Basically, they only include items that you can see, but anything that you may discover once you tear down your old bathroom is not included. So you end up spending A LOT more that you originally thought. 3. Design: Remodelmate promises a 3D design, but it actually is 2D. There were items that were not included in the design, and I didn't know any better to ask for them (e.g. the upper trim for the wainscoting) so I had to go to Home Depot and get it myself. Lastly, they don't provide samples of the materials, which leads me to the next segment. 2. Materials: I had a lot of problems with the materials. Beware that once you approve the list of materials, it can be VERY hard and frustrating to try to return things. Here are the main issues I had: - Floor Tile: Even though the tile I chose could technically go inside the shower, it didn't allow for a slope into the drain. Since I don't know anything about construction, I didn't think of this. This should have been discussed during the design. So I ended up having to go to a tile shop and choose something else. Could I return the leftover? Yes, but would have had to pay and outrageous restocking fee, plus shipping. - Shower wall tile: I trusted the amount the calculated would be appropriate for the square footage. But no, they made me buy twice the amount I needed, and like before, returning wasn't an option. So now I have about 15 boxes of tile sitting in my hallway. - Lights and toilet: In picture of the design, the lights looked great. But once they got here, there were about 4 times the size. They were meant for an industrial space, and not for my little bathroom. However, they did help with the return. Same with the toilet which didn't work with the plumbing in my old house. They took care of the shipping, except I had to take a very heavy toilet to UPS by myself. 3. Construction quality: Well, this really depends on the contractor they pair you with. I wish Remodelmate had a representative come in, and judge the work. At some point I got tired of asking them to pay more attention to details, and gave up and approved the project. Basically, if you think this is going to be a hassle free process, it won't be. You will have to be way more involved, I would suggest you ask a lot of questions during the design phase. And think of things that are not shown in the design. Your plumbing, what's behind your walls, will you need drywall, framing after demolition, etc... those things were not included for me. Also details like, outlets and light switches.