Preferred Building Contractors & Handyman Services

Laura Byars

10 months ago

Elbert was supposed to replace our garage header. He cut through our vinyl siding, broke our garage door and when we fired him before any more damage could be done, he argued with us and began to charge us additional fees. He took off with our $2000. We found out he is NOT licensed or bonded. We have to go to court.

Cory Bauman

11 months ago

My wife assists with the estate of an aging parent and needed some repair work done to some of their siding on a vintage, handcrafted building. She really has her hands full managing the estate and is willing to pay generously for assistance with their house, providing the contractor is reliable and professional. Elbert was unresponsive and overall hard to reach via phone. Once reached and a mutually beneficial meeting time was agreed to, he no-call no-showed for the appointment that required a lot of calendar jostling to begin with. Not impressed and certainly not someone we are comfortable working with. This experience was both unreliable and unprofessional.

Julie Wagner

a year ago

Elbert re-finished my wood floors that had been painted over by previous owners. He also cut out and installed new back doors for me where before there was a window. Both things were done exactly as described and my house was left very clean and tidy. He even did a few extra touches for me including replacing a portion of the floor that was poorly done with new wood. I would recommend him and also will likely hire him in the future. 😊

Camara Habibatou

a year ago

The quality of the work is good, with the exception that it took a few days longer than anticipated. If you need any repairs, I would unquestionably advise employing him.

David E Bolen

a year ago

He arrived, delivered a wise remark, and promptly got to work. They cooperated with us to make the necessary changes without complaining, and they did a fantastic job. This was despite a number of obstacles that necessitated numerous changes in the plans for no fault of their own. Our new porch is fantastic! We value their cooperation, all team cooperate with us, and high calibre of work. highly suggestable

Doug Hermann

a year ago

Other than it taking a few days longer than expected, the quality of work is excellent. I would definitely recommend using him if you have any repairs that are needed.

Laura Harbert

2 years ago

Elbert came out and gave a good quote and started working on time. Despite several obstacle’s requiring several changes in the plans, through no fault of their own, they worked with us to make the changes we needed to make without complaint and did an exceptional job. We love our new porch! We appreciate their being so accommodating and working with us and doing such quality work. Highly recommend!

Lisa Spangler

2 years ago

Called and made an appt to get a quote. He changed the appt time which was fine but he never showed up. We had to call and he said he got busy and forgot. He finally made it to the 3rd appt time and was very rude. He kept talking over us, complained about a job he just came from. He said they wouldn’t pay him because he missed a few spots when painting. The normal contractor would have gone and did the touch ups on the spots he missed, not complained saying he’s not perfect. On your website it says to never give the amount of your budget. He asked our budget and then proceeded to say it would be between $10,000-$15,000. When he did get the quote to us it was $37,000. He also asked us if he was the only one bidding. He was the first but with his attitude he will not be the last.

Carol E. Richards

3 years ago

Elbert quoted best price, helped design and then delivered timely on an unconventional project to improve disability access throughout our home. Replacing a treacherous step-down into a family room with a custom landing, ramp and rail, he reversed the swing of an existing, large interior French Door and created a new “Hobbit Door” doubling access for all our family members to make quicker, safer exit from the house in case of emergency and more easily enjoy the garden. A new Barn Door conceals it beautifully!

Lucas Musumeci

3 years ago

Preferred Contractors built us a 26 by 10 composite deck with a awning that covers half of the deck. The covering is connected to the roof by sky lifts and the whole project looks awesome. Elbert and Lane were able to answer questions and provide explanations and adapt to requested changes. The price was very good and the quality of work was great. Thanks for the deck outstanding deck and covering guys!