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Kathryn Delgatto
“Alex Freddi and his team did an amazing job converting our guest bedroom into a master bath. Not only was the end product beautiful but every step along the way was handled in a professional manner. The crew was on site every day. The communication was clear and accurate. The crew was respectful of our property and personal space. Mind you, this was in early 2020 and COVID was just becoming a reality. That did not deter the team from the care and expertise in which the job was
handled. I have and will continue to recommend Alex Freddi Construction for home remodeling. They are the best in ensuring your dream becomes a reality.”
Lisa Lakes
“Alex and his team do a fantastic job. They remodeled two bathrooms, built a deck, and finished repair work after a water back up in the laundry room in my home. They keep their agreed upon dates and are always kind and courteous. They aim to please. My project manager Gary is a real blessing. Highly recommended! Recently Alex and team put in new LVT flooring for me. The work was done professionally and was completed in one day. Alex and his team are always on time and do the work as agreed. Excellent results from Alex and team consistently over a number of years. Thanks team!”
Martha Afifi
“They did my kitchen & bath. Alex is very professional & prompt to respond with any concerns. My small kitchen is now a place I want to be. Thanks everyone!”
Loren Shultz
“We have had two major projects with Alex Freddi. At our previous home, a “down to the studs” bathroom remodel. Seven years ago Alex Freddi converted our three bedroom split level into a duplex by adding a “granny flat”, into which we retired.
Both projects were on time, on budget, and without conflict or surprise. Communication was prompt, professional, and collaborative. We sought multiple proposals for all work and costs were always in line.
Also, we have contacted Freddi for a number of minor “handyman” projects like roof repair and window well replacement. When unable to do the work himself, Alex referred us to specialists (and vendors) who were hired and also performed flawlessly.
Alex Freddi has earned our trust, loyalty, and highest recommendation.”
Sara Hodges
“Really nice people. Excellent craftsmanship! My kitchen is stunning. I am already thinking about a bathroom remodel. Highly recommend this contractor!!!”
Jill Dolata
“Alex helped us renovate and remodel a bathroom. He was incredibly helpful throughout the process, particularly with suggesting options that would complement our space while staying within our budget. We were so pleased with the result! He and his team were extremely reliable as well. We will reach out again when we have another project.”
Steve
“I called Signori Freddi to discuss a potential project for my home. We discussed the materials, the schedule and the cost…. In the end, I decided not to proceed because I was much better informed about the real pros and cons. The input I received kept me from starting a project that would have been more difficult than l first imagined. Thanks Alex!”
Ingrid Trachtenbarg
“We hired Alex Freddi Construction to fix a persistent leak in our bathroom shower and update its design, and we couldn’t be happier with the results! From start to finish, their professionalism and expertise were evident.
Throughout the process, Alex kept us updated, maintained a clean workspace, and completed the project on schedule. The attention to detail was impressive, from the precise tile work to ensuring the new fixtures fit perfectly with our updated design. The shower looks stunning now, and, most importantly, it’s completely leak-free!
If you’re looking for a contractor who is knowledgeable, reliable, and genuinely cares about delivering quality work, we highly recommend Alex Freddi Construction. This team transformed a stressful problem into a seamless experience, and we are so grateful for their hard work!”
Tim Johnson
“I strongly recommend Alex Freddi Construction for any remodel projects you might have. My wife and I hired Alex Freddi Construction for a kitchen remodel and the results were exceptional — indeed, the project expanded into all corners of the house (via trim replacement work) once we realized what good work we were observing. It all turned out perfect.
At the start of the process, Alex Freddi did an excellent job facilitating the design process by listening keenly to my wife’s ideas for the remodel and discussing the scope of possibilities to fulfill her vision. Alex Freddi truly is a master communicator, thus my wife and I always felt like we had a clear sense of what was possible and where the project was going, plus we always knew that Alex understood our goals and constraints.
Once the work got underway, Alex Freddi put us in the hands of one of his talented colleagues, Alex Kondor, who implemented and managed the project. Alex K used his experience and talent in construction to complete truly exquisite work. Also, throughout the process, Alex K would recognize unexpected decision points and he would make sure to provide us the opportunity to learn about the situation and make a well-reasoned decision.
For instance, at one point, when about to install some skylights above our kitchen, Alex K explained in great detail the load bearing properties of the ceiling joists, rafters, and gable studs in the vicinity of the skylights, thus giving me the information that I needed to ask about how big we could make the skylight openings. Alex K indicated that the properties allowed for an expansive opening and we agreed that such an approach would make the most sense. The result was an incredible skylight “tunnel” (almost like a vaulted ceiling!) that bathes the kitchen in natural light. Without Alex’s information-rich approach to handling the decision, this great outcome would not have come to fruition.
In sum, Alex Freddi Construction is a true gem. Alex Freddi is a master at his craft — an excellent communicator with deep knowledge and experience in construction — and his team includes folks like Alex Kondor, who possess skills, talent, and insights that will ensure your project is completed in a high-quality manner that matches your vision. I highly recommend Alex Freddi Construction for any remodels that you’re considering.”
Jay Franklin
“I am happy to provide an enthusiastic review of Alex Freddi construction. We hired them twice – first for remodels of three bathrooms, then for a major remodel of our kitchen and family room. In all projects, we found Alex, Norm, and the team to be honest, skilled, professional, and very personable to work with. They did a great job for us, which we enjoyed while living there and ended up earning us a sizable return when we sold the home recently.”
Christina Luther
“I’ve had Alex Freddi Construction do three jobs in my home, starting before Alex was a construction company. From those very early days, the thing that really made Alex stand out was the care that he takes with each job. His attention to detail, respect for the home in which he is working and the people who live there, the routines and nuances that their lives bring to the spaces he is working on and in are remarkable and unmatched in my experience. Alex’s crew finished a portion of my basement which I turned into a sewing studio. (I’m kicking myself now that I did not have them finish the entire basement at the time!) They then came back to remodel the one bathroom I have in my small house. The work done was meticulous and thoughtful. The care taken to clean up the worksite each day was so impressive. I highly recommend Alex Freddi Construction!”
Tim McMenamin
“I’ve worked with a lot of contractors over the years. Alex Freddi Construction is top notch. Their communication has been great, they are on time and pay attention to all the details, they mean what they say, and say what they mean, follow through and follow up. With other contractors we’ve had to call multiple times and remind them to provide their estimates or schedule the visits, but that is not the case with this team.
Another positive is Alex has offered his expertise and experience to improve upon our ideas. He’s provided some alternative concepts that we never would have thought of on our own, which lead to a simpler installation, streamlined delivery of materials and less expensive project overall.
Excellent company, excellent people, excellent project delivery. Thank you Alex Freddi Construction.”
Mark Anderson
“We have completed several projects with Alex over the years, always with very positive results.
We continue to go back to Alex (and I can’t really imagine using anyone else) because he and his team have always produced results that exceed our expectations. Communication is easy and we’ve never had any concerns with mis-alinged expectations or outcomes. We’ve worked with Alex on a hardwood flooring replacement, a new deck and a bathroom remodel. I’ve always appreciated the design feedback from both Alex and his team, especially their ability to identify potential risks or non-ideal outcomes I would not have thought of myself.
Overall, I am always confident that Alex ‘wants to get it right’ and that feedback drives his future business. If you choose to work with Alex Freddi Construction, I am certain you’ll be very happy.”
Andrea Westersund
“We have just completed our second contract with Alex Freddi, who has become our ‘go to’ contractor when we have a larger home remodeling project. This time there was no problem to be fixed, our circa 1985 house just needed some updating. We mainly wanted to replace the tile countertops, but that led to new sinks, some new light fixtures, fans and the opportunity to make small improvements like dimmer switches and LED tube lights. And just like our first experience, we are extremely happy with the results. We are enjoying our home again.
When it comes time for our next project, we will, for sure, contact Alex Freddi again. We really appreciate that everyone involved were nice people to work with.”
Dan R.
“Alex Freddi was recommended to me by a friend as one of the best contractors in the Portland metro area. I called to make an appointment for an estimate and it was scheduled promptly. Alex arrived on time and carefully discussed the bathroom remodeling project with me, answered all my questions–and most impressively–provided a detailed estimate later that same day. Most contractors do not provide estimates anywhere near as fast.
The emailed estimate contained a descriptive outline of the whole project, FAQs, a Consumer Protection Notice, a list of references, a list of suggested suppliers, and other useful documents. I was blown away by how quickly Alex was able to provide so much information about the project. He clearly stands out way above the competition. Alex is incredibly professional, thorough, and friendly. If you are looking for a top professional for your remodeling project, look no further than Alex Freddi.”
Lisa M.
“I highly recommend these folks. They are professional and caring. They’ve remodeled two bathrooms, built a deck, and completed repair work after a water back up in my laundry room. They care about meeting the customers needs. Easy to work with and very responsive.”
Maura K.
“Alex and his team do great work and are easy to work with. We’ve completed two bathroom remodel projects with them. Both have been on schedule and no surprise extra costs. We’ve been thrilled with the the process, and especially with the quality of the results. I would recommend them without hesitation!”
Mark A.
“We have completed several projects with Alex over the years, always with very positive results. We continue to go back to Alex (and I can’t really imagine using anyone else) because he and his team have always produced results that exceed our expectations. Communication is easy and we’ve never had any concerns with mis-alinged expectations or outcomes. We’ve worked with Alex on a hardwood flooring replacement, a new deck and a bathroom remodel.
I’ve always appreciated the design feedback from both Alex and his team, especially their ability to identify potential risks or non-ideal outcomes I would not have thought of myself. Overall, I am always confident that Alex ‘wants to get it right’ and that feedback drives his future business. If you choose to work with Alex Freddi Construction, I am certain you’ll be very happy.”
John H.
“We undertook the remodeling of three dated bathrooms in our home. Alex and his team of professionals did an excellent job to schedule and stage the work to be efficient and least intrusive to our family. Alex Kondor was very helpful communicating, offering his professional opinion about emerging issues we encountered and scheduling the multiple trades needed to complete the work. The complete remodeling process took about 9 months to complete. Alex and his team rescheduled their work to accommodate our planned absences from home. We really appreciated this flexibility.
We especially enjoyed working with their sub-contractors. They too were professional, creative and worked efficiently. As with any remodeling projects out-of-scope items occurred, Alex communicated these promptly and we either accepted them or discussed changes openly. This is the fourth project we have used Alex Freddi LLC to complete. We would recommend and use the company again in the future.”
ANDREA W.
“We have just completed our second contract with Alex Freddi, who has become our ‘go to’ contractor when we have a larger home remodeling project. This time there was no problem to be fixed, our circa 1985 house just needed some updating. We mainly wanted to replace the tile countertops, but that led to new sinks, some new light fixtures, fans and the opportunity to make small improvements like dimmer switches and LED tube lights. And just like our first experience, we are extremely happy with the results. We are enjoying our home again.
Alex Freddi visited our home and listened to what we wanted to accomplish. He made some suggestions and recommendations about getting the electrical up to code. He helped us define a project that was reasonable, allowed us to keep what we liked and replace only what wasn’t working or safe anymore. Alex Freddi’s team worked around our schedule. We stayed in the home during the remodel and the team made sure our inconvenience was minimized. The specialized crews for electrical, plumbing and tile work were excellent.
The project manager kept the project on track and scheduled around our daily needs. We were able to use Contract Furniture Mart and Build With Fergerson showrooms to pick out high quality countertops, tile and fixtures. We benefited from the showroom expertise. When it comes time for our next project, we will, for sure, contact Alex Freddi again. As a bonus, we really appreciate that everyone involved were nice people to work with.”
leeann G.
“This is the team you want to hire. My husband and I were thrilled with our experience with Alex Freddi Construction. We just finished a complete remodel of two 1988-vintage bathrooms. We were dreading the upheaval we expected would come, because of past remodels with others. Instead, to our surprise, this was easy and extremely professional. All the crews we worked with (demo/ tile/ painting etc) were friendly, polite, punctual and respectful of my home. Taras, their tile guy, is an artisan and a perfectionist– exactly what you want in a tile guy!
Everyone always cleaned up at the end of the day; several times my garage was actually swept. Our Project Manager, Gary was wonderful. Organized, punctual, efficient, responsive, and a great communicator. Every day I knew what to expect and when. When some small hiccup occurred (there were very few) Gary would present the options, get my feedback, and then just… handled it. I can’t wait to have this team back to remodel our kitchen– hopefully next year!”
David S.
“We have had Alex Freddi’s team remodel our kitchen (2014), laundry room and powder room (2018), family room and primary bath (2022), and most recently our guest bathroom. I don’t know if there is any better testimonial than wanting to hire the same company again and again. Our project manager, Gary, was pleasant, reliable, and professional, and wanted to make sure we were happy with the work. His crew was hard-working and did an excellent job.”
Melissa T.
“We had a massive kitchen bathroom remodel completed with Alex Freddi Construction. We received excellent service, quality workmanship, and management from Alex’s company. Our project manager, Gary, provided excellent oversight. Highly recommend them. I’ve already given many of my friends their number.”
Caitlin K.
“Hired Alex and team to update or very 90’s fireplace and replace two doors in the garage that wouldn’t lock. His team was great! Very communicative and clear. His team insured we were happy with the service every step of the way. I will hire them again for another project.”
Larry K.
“We had a good experience with Alex Freddi a few years ago for a bathroom remodel, so we hired him again for our recent kitchen remodel. Project manager Gary had every subcontractor scheduled perfectly, everyone did a wonderful job, the jobsite was kept clean and we are very happy with the results. We would definitely recommend this company.”
Renee S.
“For our remodel project, I had contacted multiple companies for quotes. Other remodelers offered design books but zero cost estimates. Alex Freddi himself came out to our house to quote us on structural (fixed) costs such as plumbing, electrical, etc. and explained that the rest of the process is under our control with design materials, appliance choices, etc. He then sent us a quote the next day for labor and structural changes.
We selected them, were put on the schedule and were given a designer and builder. Both were top notch. The builder stripped our entire kitchen down to bare walls all by himself the very first day. And he came back every workday after that at around 9am until it was complete, cleaning up construction mess and hauling away scrap at the end of each day. He even made considerations such as temporary sink and cooking area for us. We are booking them again for another project we only trust to Alex Freddi’s team.”
Melanie M.
“My kitchen remodel went very well. This was my first experience with a large remodel like this- complete gut and all knew kitchen with a new floor plan and built in pantry. Alex and his team got the job done in record time. All parts of the process went smoothly, even when unexpected problems arose, these were all tackled swiftly and professionally.”
Micki A.
“In the middle of the pandemic, we decided to remodel our kitchen and we chose Alex Feddi Construction! Working with them was great!! We are so happy with the results – the kitchen is so beautiful and functional and we have had no issues since the job was completed almost a year later! Gary (the project manager), the contractors and the designer were wonderful to work with, they showed up on time and left things picked up and clean and followed through on all parts of the remodel. Everything was done when they promised and the quality of the work is excellent!
They removed a fireplace in the kitchen and that was the best part of the remodel – done quickly and completely, removing all the bricks, giving us an open kitchen that is much larger. There were two minor things that went wrong and they made them right and even reimbursed us for the cost to fix the issues! We would highly recommend this company for any kitchen remodel!”
Terra M.
“Alex was great — timely, communicated well, professional. His team was able to meet my tight deadline and tight budget, which I appreciate so much. The contractor who did the flooring install itself was timely, professional, clean and tidy — I was home working at the time and he was respectful of my space. I was anxious about this project for a variety of reasons and they did a fantastic job. Will definitely hire again.”
Steven H.
“Gary and crew got the job done in about three weeks. We are very happy with the result. The tile work in particular is great. Shop early for materials as some things take months to get.”
Nicholas G.
“We hired Alex and team to remodel both our kitchen and primary bathroom. Overall, it was a smooth process and the whole team executed great work. We started the process working with one of his fantastic designers – Kathryn – while working the bulk of our time with Gary, his general contractor. Gary was a delight – always punctual, communicative, hired the best set of electricians, painters, plumbers, carpenters, tile person, etc. He kept us up to date on the timeline as well as brought us along on each step of the way never completing a task until he ran it by us first to make sure we were in agreement. Kathryn was equally amazing – patient, had a great eye and gave us ideas we never would have thought of on our own.
My only piece of feedback would be that towards the end of the project, we could have been better kept in the loop on the extras that were purchased that were part of our bill to help complete the project. Those were outside the labor estimate and communication could have been more clear on what the final bill would look like. However, I would hire Alex and his team again in a heartbeat and have recommended Alex to most of our neighbors as well as close friends and co-workers. Professional team delivering quality work!”
Catherine B.
“We love Alex Freddi. His whole team is fantastic – they do great work, they’re organized, responsive, and communicative, they provide great recommendations for how to make something better or reduce cost, they handle unforeseen problems with ease and understanding, and they’re always professional and pleasant to work with. We’ve had nothing but great experiences with this company – they’re worth every penny.”
Lisa M.
“I have used Ales Freddi for two bathroom remodeling jobs plus a deck. I have found them to be responsive, timely, and easy to work with. I was very happy with all the jobs and will use them again in the future. My project specialist Gary has been a real treasure, always looking out for my best interests. I highly recommend these folks.”
David S.
“We have hired Alex Freddi Construction for three other remodeling jobs in our house, and we have been so pleased by their past performance that we wanted to hire them again! The transformation has been amazing! Gary, the project manager, did a great job for us and really wanted us to be happy. He was friendly, but professional, and a great problem-solver. We have a guest bathroom we need to have remodeled next year, and we know who we are going to call on to do it!”
Molly R.
“Alex and his team were excellent! They were responsive, communicative, and right on time and budget. We loved the quality experience they provided, and the end result exceeded expectations. Can’t wait to work with them again on more projects in the future. Would definitely recommend them for small or large projects! Thank you, Alex, Norm and Ryan!”
Joanne R.
“The whole experience was fantastic. Alex’s team was great, especially Gary Nieuwhof, project manager. Always kept me informed, courteous of my space ( I lived in the house while the remodel was going on ). The subs were also fantastic, too!!! In fact I will be using Alex’s company for another project next year.”
Jonathan L.
“Everyone that I spoke with and worked with was absolutely wonderful. The work done was phenomenal, and we couldn’t be any happier. They kept the area clean, organized, and minimized dust in other areas. As important as the level of workmanship, the customer service and interactions were top notch. Quick responses to questions, and every single person showed up on the day and time they said they’d be there. No worries about being ghosted mid-project here! Thanks guys!”
Fred P.
“Fantastic! Norm did an excellent job with our remodel. Even during the tail end of the COVID era things couldn’t have gone smoother. Norm was great at communicating his schedule and had thoughtful solutions to some of the finer details. A job well done Alex Freddi Construction.”
Mary Anne E.
“Our home was built in 1947 and it was time for a complete kitchen remodel. After meeting and interviewing several contractors I decided to go with Alex Freddi construction. This was our first major remodel project and needless to say I was very nervous and anxious regarding the process. I wanted to make sure that I did my due diligence. Alex was very communicative, understanding and responsive to all my questions and concerns.
All was spelled out in the contract and any additional questions or issues were addressed promptly. Our kitchen remodel started in early February 2021 and was completed in March 2021. The whole crew was amazing and kept us informed at every step. Alex works with several interior designers and we worked with Jennifer Roos. Jennifer was amazing. I had never worked with an interior designer and Jennifer made all the design decisions an easy process, especially during covid-19. Everyone followed covid-19 protocols while working in our home and we felt very safe.
Another issue that Alex informed us about was ordering all if our new cabinetry and appliances well in advance if needing them for the project, due to supply shortages caused by the global covid-19 pandemic. We followed that advice and subsequently the remodel was able to proceed smoothly with no delays. We were very pleased with with the outcome. So much so that Alex is doing a bathroom remodel for us this summer.”
Jude S.
“We just wrapped up our first major remodel — updating a hastily-converted bedroom-turned-bathroom. Alex Freddi and his team did a wonderful job. Our project manager, Alex, made great recommendations for placements of things, and was able to roll with the punches when a pipe placement caused an issue and a new wall needed to be built for the shower. We also appreciated that when we were sometimes at a loss when questions came up, he was able to understand and advise when necessary.
Our tiler (also named Alex – a third Alex) was amazing and made it work when it looked like we might be short on shower tile. When we noticed that a requested outlet had been forgotten (right at the end of the whole project), they instantly fixed the situation and had a great attitude throughout the whole thing. We appreciated everyone’s help who worked on various projects — all of them did a great job (including the plumber who was a little confused by our weird Japanese toilet, but got it working perfectly!).
This all took place during January-February, so all of us (three adults) had to work from home throughout the whole project, and Alex’s team was incredibly accommodating, safe, and gracious. We have a lot of noisy pets, our house is very old and full of fun surprises (and incredibly hard to navigate while holding construction material), and Alex & co. were nothing but understanding. We are so happy with our new bathroom. We can’t wait for lockdown to end so we can have a party to show it off. 😉 We would definitely use Alex and his team for future projects.”
Kathryn D.
“The job was completed with great professionalism. Communication was excellent; someone was on site daily. The project manager and team demonstrated pride in workmanship. They were courteous and sensitive to our concerns during this time of COVID. I highly recommend them.”
Rebecca A.
“Alex Freddi was prompt, courteous, helpful and informative. He asked great questions about the proposed project, his bid was thorough, and included helpful resources, enabling us to be more educated consumers. Although we did not ultimately hire Freddi Construction for our project, we admire their professionalism. I hope to hire them in the future!”
Lisa J.
“We are very pleased with our new Master Bathroom. We removed a large tub which we never used, replacing it with a custom shower and linen cabinet. In addition, we replaced the vanity, light fixtures, countertop, plumbing fixtures, flooring, etc. Alex was very responsive to our initial inquiry and subsequent questions. It was an expensive project, but the bid was fair and we were given more affordable options when possible, while keeping the quality outstanding. Our Project Manager Gary was easy to work with, kept us informed and kept to the schedule. He was onsite for most of the work and we had no issues with any of the subcontractors. Our bathroom is beautiful, and we would not hesitate to work with them on our next project.”
Amity M.
“They were all around great! There were a few snafus, as there always are with projects this size, but they were handled with professionalism and care. Our project manager was our sanity saver!”
Joe R.
“This was a big job for us. We had our 70’s kitchen completely gutted and replaced. We have used Alex Freddi for two other jobs and though we got other bids we were pretty sure we would use Alex again. We are very happy with the outcome and highly recommend Alex Freddi Construction. Alex and his team are easy to work with on design, demolition, reconstruction and details. I liked that we could be as hands on as we wanted to be and do some of it ourselves or step back completely.
We went into this having an idea of what we wanted but flexibility if it wasn’t realistic or within our budget. The designer worked with us to create a unique design that works for us. This included humoring my pinterest ideas that we love in the finished kitchen. Our Project Manager was organized and kept everything flowing well. I loved having a shared calendar so we knew what and when everything was going on. All of the subcontractors were very knowledgeable and able to do everything needed correctly.”
tracy C.
“Alex is absolutely the greatest to work with. He is such a great support with continually checking up on the work being done to make sure it was up to my standards and that I was happy. He was very flexible with the time line as I was also doing some of the work myself. All of the subs he sent were top notch, even the inspectors were impressed. This was the second time I had work with Alex and will not hesitate to contact him again if I have further project.”
Chris and Lindsay A.
“We made the choice to go with Alex Freddi on our basement bathroom remodel for two reasons: Alex was super quick to answer all my questions (this was our first major remodel in our home/first time working with a contractor, so we had lots of questions) and the quote was straight forward — it didn’t combine a bunch of costs in one line item that we’d have to pick apart to understand what things actually cost what. We got to work with Gary as our project manager and he was great! He checked in often, was available for calls, and answered all my questions.
The thing I appreciated most was that he always asked me my thoughts on all the details that needed to be decided upon. I felt like I knew what to expect and that if something came up that I would never have been able to anticipate, he would let me know or ask my opinion. I never felt talked down to or that my choices were inferior. It’s been over 6 months since we completed our remodel and we are very happy with how our bathroom turned out and felt like it was a great experience for our first time around, hopefully not our last!”
Jennifer D.
“Great, we were very happy with the results”
Wayne S.
“Alex and his Team were a pleasant surprise in numerous contractor experiences. He provided clear guidance of the project, a clear and item delineated quote and a very reasonable timeline, even accelerating the timeline at my request to facilitate selling the home. The quality of the work, project management, including continuous communication during the effort, timeliness of the completed project, were all excellent. I would highly recommend Alex and will most definitely leverage his Team for any future work.”
Amanda C.
“No construction project ever goes perfectly, but the awesome communication from our project manager, Gary, was proactive, consistent, and constant. We had some minor miscommunications on the design of the kitchen and Gary worked very closely with Catherine (the designer) to find workable solutions that stayed within our budget and timeline. The project came in on budget and mostly on time (time delays were because of changes I requested) My kitchen and bathrooms are gorgeous! I would use Alex Freddi again without hesitation (and are already planning another project with them). Just remember, your communication to them is just as important as theirs to you!”
Erik G.
“Alex Freddi and his team did a fantastic job on my bathroom remodel! They were courteous, professional, punctual and friendly. They started the job right away and worked until it was finished. They offered design opinions and the job turned out fantastic! Thumbs up! I would rehire them and definitely recommend them, for any type of home remodel/work. Thx Alex. Erik”
Jean S.
“We hired Alex and his team to make our bathroom accessible to allow us to age in place. Norm and Ryan did an amazing job!! They worked hard, cleaned up at the end of each day and answered our many questions. They made helpful suggestions that improved the plan. The tile work looks great and the bathroom is totally accessible with a barrier free shower, a built in shower seat and grab bars that are classy looking but provide needed safety. Alex also remodeled our kitchen 6 years ago and we continue to love the way it turned out. We would recommend, and have recommended, Alex Freddi Constuction to anyone looking for a contractor who is dependable, honest, and concerned about providing the customer the best product for a fair price.”
Nicole S.
“Initial consultation and response was quick, estimate was delivered back to us very quickly. They were even able to start the project earlier than initially estimated! They provided good information through the design and permitting process and were promptly available when we needed guidance. Project schedule was communicated through Google calendar and was accurate and updated throughout the project. Our assigned project manager Gary coordinated subcontractors seamlessly, even when it was necessary to shift the calendar due to unforeseen circumstances. It’s been 2 months and we’re extremely happy with our new kitchen — it exceeded all expectations! We’d certainly trust and hire Alex Freddi again for any other project needs.”
Anna W.
“We had a wonderful experience with Alex Freddi, from the imagining and design process, to Alex working with IKEA to get our kitchen design down, to working with Gary, our project manager. Both Gary and Alex were kind, prompt and quick to answer our instructions, and though I partly work from home, Gary’s presence was a comfortable and light experience (we sort of miss having Gary around all the time!). One thing I didn’t love was the quality of the paint job and some of the mess Gary left behind while he was working. Our basement was covered in sawdust after the electrical work was done (we waited a couple weeks for something to happen and eventually my husband cleaned it himself), and on the last day there was still drywall and sawdust in spots throughout the bathroom and kitchen.
Additionally, we asked Gary to come back and clean up his paint job and add another layer of paint to the baseboard moulding because it was obvious it wasn’t going to hold up to scuffing or dirt. While those two things were a little trying, it just took some honest communication on our parts (and we probably should have brought these things up sooner, but we’re new to this) and Gary took care of the problem efficiently and kindly. The kitchen especially is a dramatic transformation from what it was before, and we are absolutely loving it and so relieved things are done up to code now. While we didn’t do a ton of work in the bathroom, what Gary did do has made such a huge difference it doesn’t at all feel like the same room. We are so grateful and will 100% call Alex Freddi again for any other remodeling.”
tracy C.
“I don’t think my project would have come out as well as is did if I had not had Alex in my corner. He was more of a subcontractor since I was doing quite a bit of the work my self, but was so helpful in letting me know the how and where for’s of running a project. He went far beyond what he was obligated to do for me, making sure I knew all of the ins and outs of permits, inspections and just generally there when ever I had a question. It was so nice to have someone respond timely to my e-mails and kept informed on my progress so he could have his people in to keep things running smoothly. Without a doubt I will work with Alex again on any construction projects I my have in the future.”
jose H.
“ We were very pleased with the work done by Alex and his crew. The work was started and ended very close to the timeframe we initially discussed. The people we interacted with were very professional. They were always nice, respectful, and we felt confident to leave them alone in the house. The work was done very quickly and the quality was great. While doing the work, the area was kept safely enclosed and pretty clean. At the end of the work, they reasonably fixed in time and without additional cost the items we didn’t think met our expectations – and we are very picky. Overall, i feel i could have gotten the work cheaper with another contractor, but I am glad i didn’t. Glad i didn’t have to chase people to get things done, things were done the way we wanted and we got great advice from them which a the end saved us money. I would hire them again! Thanks Alex, Norm and Kathryn!”
Dina B.
“My experience with the team at Alex Freddi Construction was outstanding. From the start they were professional and transparent, highly organized and helpful. I had plenty of time to make choices for materials and spent a good deal of time talking through the projects so that we were on the same page. Gary, the project manager and Sergio, the tilesetter were great to work with – very knowledgeable, respected my space throughout the project and offered good input and advice when I asked for it. Their initial bid was pretty close to the final cost and we worked through a few changes and issues along the way. Remodeling can be stressful and challenging so it’s important to have a good working relationship and establish trust. I highly recommend this company and would work with them again.”
Jay F.
“This is the third home we have remodeled and I can happily tell you it was the best! Alex was professional and flexible in helping us make choices within our budget. Norm, our project manager, was meticulous with his work. He showed a passion for making his customer happy and his experience enabled him to be proactive in coaching us and also in problem solving. This was a big job and I’d eagerly hire Alex Freddi again.”
Kirk K.
“Alex is a true professional. He was fast to respond to inquiries and was very thorough with his explanations.”
Matt B.
“Alex and his team (we worked with Gary and Kathryn) did a phenomenal job on our kitchen remodel. They gutted our old kitchen to the studs and built it back again in six weeks. They were punctual, responsive, and incredibly flexible and attentive. They let us control as much or as little of each process as we wanted and were always available to talk and discuss options. They finished on time and on budget (something people in Portland can’t believe given the current demand for construction) and the final product is amazing. Many people have commented just how clean and crisp and well-designed it all is. I highly recommend Alex and his team and hope to use them again in the future.”
Robin H.
“I am so pleased with my beautiful new master bedroom/bathroom suite. Alex was great from the first consultation through the final inspection. Per the way Alex works, the cost is for labor only (and general supplies, nails, lumber etc.) and I purchased majority of materials (tub, sink, tile, doors etc.). Alex was very helpful with any questions I had regarding the materials I needed to purchase. If I ever had an issue with any work or questions, Alex always responded promptly. Brensen was my foreman and he is fabulous: great attention to detail, good communicator, calm and kind.
Brensen went out of his way to make sure everything was top notch and the way I wanted it to be. He even took my barn door floor guides to be polished as he wanted them to look better. Nice! I needed to upgrade my electrical service which was a surprise. I ended up finding my own contractor for that work as Alex’s price for his contractor was too high. The entire remodel took 2.5 months and I am really pleased with how all work was coordinated and completed in a timely manner.
Kathryn Renz who works with Alex was my designer. She is amazing. She came up with the layout for my space and was indispensable in helping choose materials and the overall look. Kathryn was always quick to respond to questions and came over during critical times when I needed her input. She is talented, kind and so easy to work with. If you can get on Alex’s schedule, do it. You’ll be happy. I am beyond ecstatic with my new space!”
Heather M.
“Gary did a great job. He and his sub-contractors were professional and courteous. More importantly, they were responsive to my requests and detail-oriented when I needed them to be. Both floors required a complicated tile pattern installation and both came out flawless.”
Robert R.
“We had quite a few contractors come in but decided on Alex Freddi based on work they had done for several of our neighbors. They were not the cheapest but emphasized that one of their strengths was completing the work efficiently. While this led to a several month hold until they could start, it did pay off in the entire job being completed in less then a month. Gary manages the work well and their sub-contractors are excellent. They were also able to accommodate late in the game changes that one should always plan on occurring. Asked Gary to come by after the job was completed for some tweaking and he promptly did so.
So in summary, while their may have been cheaper options, we feel the quality and efficiency of the work justified the price. As a general comment, while getting contractor estimates is fairly easy, figuring out the total cost of the project is a little more difficult. In our case, our total cost was an additional 65% over the contractor cost and we stayed fairly basic in our desires. We would suggest that when getting the contractor bid, you sit with them to get a list of and a range of the cost you will need to cover outside of those included in the contractor bid. As a general”
Krista O.
“Gary was the project manager for my recent kitchen remodel. He was professional, knowledgeable, (patient as I searched for the best prices on finishes!), and well-organized. While this company wasn’t the cheapest bid I received, the timing of fitting my project into their busy schedule was ideal — and I’m so glad I chose them! Gary’s expertise and management of the sub-contractors, was on-point. I was able to trust his judgement and advice without reservation.
The final result was even more beautiful than I envisioned! As part of the kitchen remodel contract, they provided the free services of a kitchen designer. Kathryn was immensely helpful in presenting design options for my tiny kitchen that I hadn’t thought of, and she worked tirelessly to make sure I ended up with the functionality that I needed. I will definitely use this team again for any future home projects, and gladly recommend them!”
Lynne M.
“The quality of workmanship, the communication with both Alex and the contractors, the cleanliness of the job site and overall professionalism of all exceeded our wildest dreams. We could not be happier with our new kitchen, 2 new bathrooms and all new basement living space. We have so much more natural light, feel much more secure with all new electrical and plumbing and are now actually proud to have our friends and family over. Hire this guy -worth every penny and then some!”
John B.
“Alex and his employees did an excellent job. They were very prompt. The work was exceptional!! I am very impressed. I’ve used Alex Freddi Construction many times and will continue to do so. They are great!!”
Steve B.
“Alex and his team were great! We love our new kitchen! Alex was flexible, and accommodating. All of our questions were promptly responded to. Very professional!”
Ellen I.
“Alex Freddi’s sub contractors were all professional and thorough. Our remodel looks fabulous and Alex made sure we were happy with the end result. We would definitely hire him again.”
Ellen I.
“Excellent! Work was completed close to estimated timeline and cost (there are always unexpected issues but they were dealt with quickly and competently.) All of the various work teams were very professional and addressed all our questions and issues thoroughly. Complements to Wayne and Grayson who were both very patient and responsive. We are very happy with the end product!”
Tim H.
“We are delighted with both projects. We appreciate Alex Freddi’s construction estimate for labor, construction materials and services such as permit inspections. We purchased materials for flooring, walls, windows and our new applicances separately based on lists of vendors provided by Alex Freddi or designer Kathryn Renz. With the help of Kathryn Renz we put together rooms we love because they reflect our choices of materials and colors. Project managers for the kitchen were Grayson and Wayne and for the bathroom/laundry we worked with Kyle. We are glad to recommend this firm because the contractors and subcontractors did outstanding work.”
Jeanine L.
“Alex is a true professional, made excellent suggestions and gave very detailed estimate & project proposal. Gary Nieuwhof, our project manager could not have been better! He was attentive to our desires every step of the way & delivered quality results. He handled unexpected underground plumbing challenges with a positive attitude and great follow-through. They have our future business for sure!”
Heather S.
“We were very satisfied with our kitchen remodel with Alex Freddi. It was a major undertaking but they assisted us along the way in a no pressure manner. While Alex Freddi may not necessarily be cheapest contractor, we found that the quality of work and professionalism more than made up for this since the job was done right the first time. We first met with Kathryn, the designer, to go over the overwhelming choices in a major remodel such as this. She was a great conduit between our ideas (including excellent 3D imaging of the project) and communication to the project managers of what materials and tasks would be required.
The success of the project was largely due to Project Manager Kyle Novak. Kyle was very clear about timelines and expectations and he kept the project moving. He also did the majority of the work outside of plumbing and electrical and the quality of his work was outstanding. He planned everything out from the start including walking through clearance and fit questions I had not considered. The custom cabinet trim and crown molding is flawless. Tricky cabinet handles were perfectly attached. We literally had zero issues with the craftsmanship. Kyle also coordinated and worked well with the standard kitchen subs (electrical, plumbing, drywall) but also our flooring subcontractor. As the project expanded a bit beyond the original contract, he clearly spelled out the costs and schedule impact so we could make an informed decision. Kyle also arrived when he said he would each day and explained when he would need to leave or be on another job (usually when we were waiting for materials or when other subs were working).
It was clear he was not playing musical projects with us. He also was quick to answer texts or phone calls, even answering a couple text questions long after the project was completed. On top of this he is a very pleasant and easy going guy. If someone is going to be in your chaotic home for several weeks, they may as well be fun to be around. This was also true of every single one the subcontractors – each of them professional, courteous and answered our questions. We highly recommend Alex Freddi and plan to use them for an upcoming bathroom remodel. It’s obvious they listen and care about the customer. They transformed our half broken down kitchen into the centerpiece of our house that we are proud to show off.”
Linda V.
“The job went exactly as promised from the beginning to end. Their “process” is unusual…Alex (SO NICE!!!) came to the house and listened to what WE wanted. He offered suggestions only after thoroughly listening to us, and even then offered them in a very non-pushy, non-offensive way, recognizing that people have different tastes and needs. He then gave an estimate of labor based on his understanding of what we wanted. As well, there’s an estimate for the smaller materials (nails, caulking, etc.) and obvious disclosures for unknowns ie asbestos, mold, and so on. A designer is included in the price if one purchases cabinets or countertops through the designer. Everything else is purchased by the home owner. We were responsible for buying appliances, countertops, pulls, cabinets and so on, thus we were very involved and always knew our expenses.
If we changed something with the design or something unexpected popped up, Alex promptly let us know what the difference in cost would be. It was exactly the set-up that I wanted: we felt a part of every step and we had a very clear understanding of the cost, even if changes were made. The work itself was superior. Grayson of NW Kitchen Design must be an orchestral master – sending crews to various sites, adapting schedules when deliveries aren’t made or glitches happen. Wayne, our foreman, was awesome – accessible and highly skilled. I work from home a lot, so was there most of the time. Each and every person who worked on our kitchen was professional and took great pride in their work.
They generally cleaned up well at the end of each day (a couple of lapses to be honest). They wouldn’t leave loads of garbage in the garage, but rather either took it away by truck or dumpster that only stayed for one day during demolition – very organized! Days would go by without any work on the house (which made me worry about timing)…but they finished on time as promised (8 weeks). I can’t say enough about the finished product. It truly is perfect. Not sure if we’re over-the-top picky or if this is normal, but we wanted perfection. They didn’t stop until our punch list was completed to our great satisfaction!”
Terry C.
“Alex Freddi and team turned our dated bath into a beautiful spa bathroom. Their work is precise and done right on budget and time. We appreciated their guidance and ideas. Looking forward to working with them on our next project!
Kathie L.
“Alex provided the original estimate last year. He was very polite and his estimate was the most thorough and most professionally presented of all the contractors we contacted. We ended up scaling down our plans and waiting a year. Alex was kind enough to come back out to our house and revisit the estimate based on the changes to our plans. We decided to go with another contractor who was a bit more within our price range. Alex’s price was still reasonable and, if we could afford it, we would have picked him. We appreciated that he was very open to us getting whatever fixtures we wanted. Some other contractors were pushy about using their suppliers.”
Scott M.
“Great! We HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend Alex Freddi and his team. They really made this process as painless as it can be, and had excellent communication throughout the project. We pretty much heard from the project manager, Gary, each day as to the status of the project, and he updated a google calendar showing when certain tasks were being performed. We are highly satisfied with the finished work product. Alex’s estimate was fair and detailed enough so we knew what we were paying for.
We worked with his designer Kathryn who listened to our needs and helped tremendously to set the perfect layout for our small space. The project manager Gary was a pleasure to work with and really communicated things well throughout the process. We liked the fact that on some of the smaller details he would just take care of it and we always liked his choices. He was great with our dogs that roamed the house. A week after the project was finished, we noticed a leak from the dishwasher that damaged our newly installed flooring.
Within a day, Gary inspected the dishwasher with his plumber to determine the cause of the leak and mitigated the damage, and after we ordered more product, fixed the flooring. The leak WAS NOT from anything Alex and his team did, it was a manufacturing defect from the dishwasher. Alex tried to comp their time as part of their warranty, but we wouldn’t let them. Just shows they care more about keeping their customers happy than squeezing a few extra bucks out from the project — which is more than you can say for most contractors.”
Emerson F.
“We are very happy with the work. This is the third project Alex has done for us; all the workmanship has been exceptional. The lead carpenter, Kyle Novak, can do just about anything, and is a meticulous worker.”
Brett G.
“Our Contractor, Gary was an excellent project manager and did a great job remodeling our kitchen. We would definitely hire Gary and Alex Freddi constructionagain to work on our house. Gary was professional, responsive, and very accommodating during the Remodel.”
Dan W.
“ We weren’t sure we wanted to start and live through this project with 3 little kids but Alex Freddi’s reviews were extremely positive with Angie’s List. Alex came and met us right away and was extremely professional. His bid was perfect for our budget and he also had a designer (Kathryn) who could help us sort the details out. Kathryn nailed the design on the project and was very helpful with pointing us where to buy countertops, cabinets, tile, etc… Grayson, Daren and their team were wonderful to work with on the overall project. They are great guys who are extremely thoughtful and responsive. They did a great job and we would absolutely work with them again.”
Stephanie B.
“I highly recommend Alex Freddi. The crew was great to work with and very responsive. I would hire them again in a heartbeat for future remodels.”
Adam R.
“Alex Freddi did an amazing kitchen remodel on our mid century ranch. Kyle, the project manager, always kept us in the loop on how the project was progressing. He also was very meticulous in all of his work and very thoughtful in his suggestions. We previously used Alex Freddi and Kyle for a bathroom remodel, which also exceeded our expectations. We plan to use Alex Freddi on future remodel projects. We give them our highest recommendation.”
Marcy H.
“It went very well and we are very happy with the end product! Bob and Bill were always courteous, punctual, helpful, and attentive to details. They went above and beyond to make everything a success. The work was done within the estimated budget and completed on time. This is our fifth time working with Alex Freddi, and we would highly recommend him!”
Steven M.
“Gary, the Alex Freddi project lead, did such a great job i just can’t sing his praise enough. Though they weren’t the lowest bidder for each of the project, they were awarded them after doing the kitchen because it became obvious they were very profession and perfectionist. The coordination with other contractor and advise along the way, with the work to accomplish the house remodel to my vision, was priceless. Gary and his teams attention to detail and quality work was well worth the slightly higher cost. Not a single unfinished or piece of work that i was dissatisfied with. Lastly, working with a contractor you can trust and rely on lets one sleep at night….”
EDITH K.
“ Alex came by to see what the problem was and correctly diagnosed it. He came back a couple of days later with another person at the appointed time. There were here for about 4 hours, replaced a few posts and repaired the others. They were within the budget, came on time and were very upfront about what needed to be done and what was done. I am quite happy with their work. Id recommend Alex to anyone for similar work.”
D B.
“It went well. Alex was great to work with on planning and options for construction. Kyle performed much of the work and coordinated the services of subcontractors, who were skilled at providing high-quality finishes and handling a few design curveballs that made our job unique.”
deborah M.
“Kyle and Alex are so terrific to work with — they are always just a text or phone call away — I never have to worry that if I am worried about something that I cannot reach them — they are terrific about calling and responding immediately!! After having to use some other handymen for small projects, I cant tell you what a difference it makes to have contractors who are so responsive and nice about questions.
I never get the feeling that they are patronizing me or that they think my worries or questions are stupid! You are always kept informed about what is happening with the project — communications are their strong point no doubt!! but also too — the quality of the work is so fantastic!! It just comes out beautiful. In 2014, they did work for me on a house that I sold for 100,000 dollars over what I thought I was going to get! the buyers who looked at the house loved the work that Kyle and Alex did — the same will be true in the future for this bath addition which is beautiful and wonderfully functional!”
deborah M.
“As usual, Kyle was imminently flexible and easy to work with — this project required my many schedule adjustments due to an unanticipated problem with having to replace the entire heating and cooling systems for the condo. This work required a week long interruption in the project to allow the HVAC guys to come in and tear out the non functioning multi split system and install and new gas furnace and air conditioning system.
Kyle and Alex were so terrific working with me to accommodate this huge project in the middle of their scheduled work. Kyle is really a master of scheduling the trades to do a project. This project required not only working with the HVAC guys, but electrical, plumbing, and tile work as well as painters, and dry wallers!! I dont know how he does it — when I think back on this project, I think I would have a nervous breakdown fussing with these myriad schedules — but for me, it was no stress at all – it worked seamlessly!”
I never get the feeling that they are patronizing me or that they think my worries or questions are stupid! You are always kept informed about what is happening with the project — communications are their strong point no doubt!! but also too — the quality of the work is so fantastic!! It just comes out beautiful. In 2014, they did work for me on a house that I sold for 100,000 dollars over what I thought I was going to get! the buyers who looked at the house loved the work that Kyle and Alex did — the same will be true in the future for this bath addition which is beautiful and wonderfully functional!”
Elizabeth J.
“Excellent. The workers gutted the bathroom, removed and added a new window, installed new tub, shower, toilet, vanity, fan, lighting, medicine chest, tiled walls and floor. The workers were friendly, competent and professional. Alex Freddi is easy to work with and answers questions promptly.”
Elizabeth J.
“Alex Freddi was personable, helpful and always available for communication. His workers arrived on the designated date, came on time, and cleaned up very day. They were easy to work with, friendly, competent and professional. The recommended companies that we used was excellent. Our bathroom remodel was painless and resulted in a beautiful bathroom.”
Nathan T.
“His team did the cut on a custom jig. It came out great.”
Michelle M.
“We were very pleased with our experience with Alex Freddi Construction. The estimate was very accurate and there were no surprises as the project went along. They started and ended on time. Every time we had a question or a concern they responded right away. They offered complementary design service. This was extremely helpful in getting the kitchen design correct and in picking out materials for cabinets, countertops, lighting and backsplash. We are very happy with our remodel and would recommend Alex Freddi Construction.”
Robert B.
“This is the second bathroom remodel I have completed with Alex Freddi Construction. About 4 years ago we remodeled the master bathroom and this remodel was for the other upstairs bathroom. We had a different team this time but they were equally as qualified as the first team and did a great job. They were prompt and cleaned up after every days work. They communicated well and answered all of our questions.
The quality of workmanship was high and the subcontractors are also high quality. The cabinet maker (MH Custom Cabinetry) does beautiful work and is competitive in their pricing. The shower door installer, DT Glass, also did a great job. Alex’s recommendations for materials such as the tile, etc were spot on and I will continue to use ProDesign in Tigard in the future. Overall Alex and his crew did a great job and I would highly recommend them. They have grown significantly since I first used them and this is testament to their high quality work and reputation.”
Adam R.
“The work was outstanding. From inception to completion, Alex and Kyle did an amazing job. They were very upfront, honest, punctual, and detail-oriented. We were immediately informed of any unforeseen issues that arose during the remodel and those issues were resolved with great care. We cannot speak highly enough of the work that was done and we have already scheduled them to renovate our kitchen. In short, this is an outstanding crew that will treat your project and home with great care.”
Beth C.
“We couldn’t have been happier with this job. Alex got his team started on our bathroom remodel fairly quickly after we first spoke to him and it was smooth sailing from there. He was fairly predictive with his estimate and work schedule, and we had very little to no surprises along the way. Bill and Bob handled the majority of the work and not only were they true masters of their craft, but they were also extremely friendly and trust-worthy.
Each of them also put in the extra time to meet us after hours when necessary to discuss the details of the job and advise us on certain decisions that would affect the project as a whole. As a result, our bathroom remodel turned out exactly the way we had imagined. Additionally around the same time, we discovered some issues with our DIY fireplace re-finishing that caused us some pause before moving forward with the work ourselves.
Not only did Alex quickly turn around an extremely reasonable quote, but Bill and Bob transitioned seamlessly into the fireplace work, restructured the hearth from below and rebuilt the stone tile design to perfection. Again, we couldn’t have been happier. We’d be more than happy to recommend Alex and his crew to everyone we know.”
WENDY S.
“Details? I could write a book! But just know: you’re hiring “the Good Guys” with Alex, Bill & Bob. Of course you’re going to run into problems with a project this big and you’ll get through it with a cool head and these guys to troubleshoot the technical details. They are problem solvers. You can be as involved in the project as you like: either hand over the keys or ask for daily updates; they take both in stride. It’s obvious they genuinely care about the quality of their work and the experience of their clients.
Specifics you might want to know about their operation: after signing the contract with Alex, the construction team, Bill & Bob, took charge. With them, we made many changes to the project (especially electrical and the fireplace) without writing out change orders. Other than one time when we had to check with Alex on the basic materials he quoted, we trusted Bill & Bob to keep track of extra time and materials, as well as verbal instructions.
A few little things were overlooked, such as a light switch not wired as we requested, but the tradeoff was a lot less stress than micromanaging. And we think the costs for the extra work were reasonable in the end. Also know that deadlines are closer than you think. If you haven’t picked out all of your cabinets, counters, tile, flooring, lighting, plumbing and hardware in advance: DO IT NOW and you won’t have to keep checking with your team about when certain subcontractors are scheduled to stay ahead of them!”
Chrissy T.
“We loved working with them! We love our house now! When we bought this fixer, my husband and I really wanted to get our hands dirty and do as much as we could. Alex and his team worked with us to step in where we needed, or even take over when we couldn’t complete items ourselves. Not only do they provide quality work, but they looked for areas that we could improve and made suggestions that made a world of difference.
I met with several contractors and Alex was by far our favorite. They are professional and priced just right (they were right in the middle of all our bids). The big thing for us, is they worked with us and we appreciated all their time to get this project completed! Thanks Alex and Gary… you guys are the best! Sorry for the late review!”
EDITH K.
“Here are some of the reasons why we give an A rating on the work Alex Freddi Construction LLC did on our kitchen remodel during Dec 2015-Jan 2016. The cost shown on the project includes labor and material. Expertise. Having someone with extensive work experience and knowledge in the area helped us tremendously as this was our first big remodel project. Alex walked us through the process, provided detailed documentation on what to expect, how to prepare for the remodel, and patiently answered our (endless) questions before the remodel began. Alex’s team Bob (Project Manager) and Bill patiently answered questions during and after the remodel.
Timeliness. From the time we called to make an appointment to get an estimate on the project to the end of the remodel, we found that Alex and his team were timely in their response and we saw them work hard to keep with the scheduled timeline they had given us before they started the remodel. The remodel team showed up to work at 7 a.m. every day until the work was finished 5 weeks later! Communication. Alex gave us an estimate the evening of the day he came over to discuss our kitchen remodel! He promptly phoned/emailed us back on questions we had during the process. His team was always reachable, on phone/text throughout the remodel. When we requested changes they were accommodating and clear in explaining what the change entailed, so we were in the know throughout the process. We really appreciated them keeping us updated on the progress of the remodel work.
Professionalism. Alex provided us with all the paperwork, license information, agreement of work, references, how to prepare for the remodel, along with a detailed cost estimate on the remodel. His team Bob, Bill, electricians, plumber, and other staff were professional, and extremely good natured. Budget. Alex gave us an estimate that we found agreeable before we decided to go with his proposal. We were pleasantly surprised to receive a refund after the remodel! Kindness. During the project we had a family emergency and had to leave the country before the remodel was finished. Alex, Bob and Bill agreed to take on the responsibility of finishing the work while we were gone, so we could come back to a completely remodeled kitchen. Bob texted us pictures of the completed work when we were away. We will always remember them for their kindness for going above and beyond what was expected of them.”
Linda B.
“Fantastic! The craftsmanship and attention detail were superb!! Alex provides the services of a kitchen designer, and Kathryn created a wonderful, workable kitchen in our space, assisting us with the selection of granite and cabinets. The cost included the design, all materials, and labor. The original estimate for labor was about $29,000, but we did some of the demo work [removed cabinets, sink, and some carpet], and we added a couple of small items along the way, so the labor cost was about $27,000.
All of the subcontractors were clean and courteous. Wayne was the person who worked from the beginning to the end, with special attention to detail on everything that was done from the demo to the trim–he had a great solution for everything! The job that Ryan the electrician did was also exceptional. Although each subcontractor cleaned up after their jobs, when the project was completely finished, Alex also sent a professional housecleaner at no additional cost–a very pleasant surprise! Everyone that we dealt with, including project manager Grayson, was professional and responsive to any questions we had. We would definitely hire them again, and recommend them.”
Patty E.
“We contacted Alex Freddi after reading good reviews on Angie’s List. He promptly returned our call for a bid, and came to our house shortly thereafter to look at our kitchen. He was polite, kind, and professional; we liked him immediately and decided to hire his company for the kitchen remodel. Our home is in the north Mt. Tabor area, was built in 1928, and it had the original kitchen. The kitchen was small, cramped, no room for a dishwasher, and not functional or easy in which to work or cook. Gary was our contractor and he was great to work with. He was responsive to all our concerns and questions and made our wishes a priority.
The remodel involved removing a back door and walling it off. Also, the pantry was closed off and extended into the bathroom for added shelving. Gary coordinated all the different trades who came in to work. All the workmen were great, i.e., Luke, RJ the electrician, the lathe and plaster demolishers, Angel and his coworker who put in all new drywall, and Norm who laid the tile backsplash. The guys were all friendly, polite, and respectful to our home, and patient with and kind to our 2 dogs. Norm, especially, was a perfectionist with the tile work, he did a beautiful job. He and Gary worked tirelessly to mount and install our cabinetry perfectly, not an easy job since our old kitchen was not perfectly straight.
I was pleasantly surprised that the remodel process went as smoothly as it did. The work was completed in 6 weeks, and our new kitchen and bathroom shelving are beautiful. The cost of the project included labor, basic construction materials, permits, and the trades work. It was up to us to purchase on our own the materials and fixtures, such as the cabinets, countertops, tile, grout, light and plumbing fixtures, appliances, door/drawer pulls, faucet, and paint. At first it felt daunting to be responsible for these things, but we learned a lot about materials and how to shop for and purchase them. I would highly recommend Alex Freddi and his team.”
Karen R.
“Kudos to Alex Freddi. My specific team consisted of Kathryn Renz, the designer, and both Bob “the Builder” Locus and “Mr. Bill” Pacholl who were the heart of the demo and reconstruct process. The house is a small 1929 Laurelhurst cottage in Portland OR, with beautiful old woodwork. My fear was that a kitchen remodel would destroy the ambiance of the 1929 structure. Not a problem! Kathryn Renz has vision. She redesigned the kitchen retaining delightful old features that other designers failed to incorporate, despite my requests.
She guided me to decisions regarding specific aspects of the remodel, such as choice of granite, counters, tile, flooring and lighting. I am comfortable with my choices and the money I spent. I needed a modern kitchen that carried through elements from the rest of the house, especially the old mahogany woodwork. Bob Locus hand-crafted new molding for the kitchen that is such a close match to the original house molding that one must look several times to see any differences. The continuity was more, and more beautiful, than I hoped for.
By the by: Bob and Bill exceeded my expectations. They are great workers, efficient, and congenial. They roll with the punches, and they are Trustworthy. My husband and I were away twice during construction for a total of about 11 days. We had no qualms about leaving the key. Also, Bob’s subcontractors (e.g. lead removal) were great.”
louise S.
“Alex responded immediately to my initial contact regarding an estimate. His estimate arrived hours after his first visit. I was amazed, as no other contractor had even shown a willingness to respond to my calls. His estimate turned out to be quite accurate. We added to the project and costs were still kept within a reasonable budget. Gary, our Crew Chief, was very responsive to our needs. He did an excellent job of managing the many subs – both timing and costs. I was most impressed with Gary’s attitude regarding priorities… whatever our priorities were, they became his priorities. The details that mattered most to us were carefully monitored.
I am very detail-oriented, so this was very important to me. The project included three completely remodeled bathrooms and remodeled kitchen, walls coming down, extensive tiling, painting, electrical, drywall… well, it involved almost every sub you can imagine. They even built a beautiful little storage area under the stairs – a previous dead space. Gary even managed to place a new large ceiling beam to match existing beams – replacing a load bearing wall.
Simply spectacular result. People walk into the entry of the house saying how nice it looks and then turn the corner – and every time, their jaws drop. The changes are so dramatic – I can’t describe. Alex initially walked into my house and within a few minutes described recommended changes. He was spot on. Great eye. The results were a real team effort by Gary and his crew, and we couldn’t be more pleased.”
Michele M.
“Ours was an unusual situation because we were out of state during the entire remodel experience. Alex assured us that all could be handled long distance, and he was so right! Alex was quick to respond to our initial contact, to review our project and to provide a detailed, reasonable proposal. Gary, the supervisor, was a perfectionist and could not have been more dilligent, detail oriented nor pleasant.
It was so easy working with Kathryn Renz, the designer. She valued and respected my strong opinions, guiding me through selection and purchase. Her prices were always reasonable; where I could purchase elsewhere for less, I was free to act. After the final walk through, the few concerns we had were immediately addressed and corrected. The project was completed on time, at a fair price and utterly to my satisfaction.”
Gregory G.
“Absolutely stunning remodel done by our team at Alex Freddi Construction headed by PM Grayson Tumlinson. Team did outstanding work with everything from tile, countertops, cabinetry, flooring, lighting, fireplace, new window boxes. Tore out the old down to studs, and now we have what looks and feels like a brand new home upstairs! Chose to place the call to Alex Freddi given all the positive reviews on Angie’s list. He was prompt in coming out to bid, very professional and knowledgeable.
He came out during the remodel and after remodel was finished to make sure we were happy with the work being done. We were pleasantly surprised to find his bid was about 30% less than the bid given by the contractor we had previously used for a complete kitchen remodel. We couldn’t be happier with the outcome of our remodel thanks to all at Alex Freddi Construction. We will not hesitate to call upon Alex for future remodeling needs.”
Jessica H.
“Cost: Of the 3 bids we got, this company’s was the most expensive. This is especially true when you factor in purchasing materials and fixtures separately. The suppliers Alex recommended turned out to have the best deals on quality materials that we could find. This helped us stay well within budget. Timeline: The remodel was estimated to be completed within 2 to 3 weeks. The work was completed in under 2 weeks. That’s right, under. Hooray!
Quality: The construction feels solid and looks great. The subcontractor who did our tile, Norm Loveland, deserves special thanks here. He has excellent attention to detail and pointed out a few areas where he noticed slight irregularities in tile placement that we never would have noticed on our own. He offered to redo any sections of tile that we did not like, but we declined since these irregularities were minor and due to our old house’s structural quirks rather than Norm’s workmanship. Communication: Alex was extremely attentive, knowledgeable and helpful in all our interactions with him. He answered our questions promptly and gave excellent recommendations on materials and fixtures.
Our project manager, Gary, kept us well informed on progress and hooked us up with a Port-a-Potty free of charge (thank goodness!). Gary did misunderstand that we wanted tile wainscot, which surprised us. We noticed this oversight just in time, and Gary and Norm took immediate action to give us what we had asked for. That was the “worst” part of the whole process, but we were easily able to talk it through and resolve it together. Overall: Everyone we interacted with sincerely wanted us to be pleased not just with the work, but also with the process. We’d happily do business with Alex Freddi Construction again in the future, and we are recommending them to our friends.”
Renn A.
“After seeing Alex Freddi’s A+ rating on Angie’s List, I reached out to get a quote and was surprised by how quickly Alex responded. I was looking for some help on a full gut kitchen remodel but wanted to tackle as much DIY as possible and contract the rest. Alex was happy to accommodate my request and was always fast to respond throughout the quote/contract process, so I felt like I was in solid hands right from the start. Bob took point as PM on my project and did an awesome job moving the reno along at a steady and timely pace.
He was always quick to respond to questions via phone/text and was always willing to offer advice for buying supplies for the DIY portion of our job. He also had a keen eye for detail, catching a couple of errors with the plumbing and drywall install and calling the workers back out to fix the mistakes cost free. Probably the most appreciated and impressive part of the whole process, though, was his team’s ability to take on a couple of my major DIY tasks last minute after falling ill, including drywall/mudding/taping and our cabinet installation. His crew scheduled the add-on work in without delaying my project and despite having another large project outside of mine to tend to. I now have the kitchen of my dreams and am so incredibly happy and thankful!”
Ken B.
“This is the second time we have used Alex, Bob and Bill. We greatly appreciated that we had the same team tackling this project as our previous bathroom remodel. We were just as pleased this time as we were before! Nightly, the guys left a clean workspace. They were always very communicative in terms of hours they would be there, where they were in the process and anything they needed from me.
One of the things that I most appreciate about this company is the responsiveness to our needs. When we explained that we wanted to create a playroom for our daughter, they responded. We weren’t up sold on materials. They understood durability was key – and helped us pick materials accordingly. The room is perfect for a Toddler Tornado and we will be using Alex in the future!”
Robin C.
“Alex, Freddi and Drew were very professional and considerate of our properties for ensuring our complete satisfaction. I would recommend and will contact again for any additional work. Thank you!”
MEGAN M.
“It went great. Alex and his team are wonderful to work with. Gary was on top of everything and let me know exactly what was happening and when. I would absolutely use them again.”
Christine M.
“Alex’s team was wonderful to work with and obviously very skilled. They worked well together to ensure the process went smoothly, and the project manager communicated clearly and timely through each phase. This wasn’t their biggest project, but everyone treated us as though it was. And we love the results! We would definitely consult Alex again for a similar project.”
Christine M.
“It went great! Alex Freddi (the boss) met with us to go over our project and gave a very helpful description of how the process would go (i.e. we would be responsible for choosing/purchasing all the fixtures and aesthetic elements, and their price would cover all the labor and raw structural building materials). Working with Alex is a tremendous pleasure. He is extremely professional, personable, and knowledgeable. He provided very helpful and reasonable design suggestions for our bathroom remodel/updates without “selling” any of his ideas or being overbearing. He seemed genuinely interested in finding a way to do the job in a way that would efficiently meet the goals we described and achieve a result with which we would be very happy.
We were responsible for picking out and purchasing all the fixtures (i.e. faucets, sinks, shower heads/tub spout, towel bars, lights, mirrors, vanity, door + hardware, etc. . .) and aesthetic elements (paint, tile, grout, countertops, etc. . .) for the job. This was a little more “hands on” and more work for us, but we preferred this arrangement because it gave us more choice and control over these details. We decided what price range we were comfortable with and could shop around as much as we wanted to get products that made sense for our home, our family, and our budget. Alex provided a list of recommended vendors (many of whom were very good), but we were free to go wherever we wanted so long as the parts were all at our house at the time Alex and his associates needed them to start work.
Once the contract was set, we worked mostly with our specific project manager, Kyle. Kyle was also great! He is smart, energetic, affable, and very thoughtful. He was well organized and efficiently scheduled subcontractors to keep the job on schedule. I appreciate how considerate he was about keeping our home as clean as possible and minimizing disruption during this very messy and invasive project. Kyle was a great communicator and kept us updated on progress and alerted us quickly about any unforeseen issues that arose throughout the project. He kept the whole process as transparent as possible and quickly earned our trust with his candid, professional demeanor. The project was completed on schedule and on budget.
We were especially interested in finishing work and moving back in on time because we were expecting a baby shortly after our estimated project completion date! The additional labor/material costs from discovering problem spots behind the walls (i.e. venting/insulation/drainage not up to code) after demolition was completed were consistent with the estimates Kyle communicated to us at the time the problems were found. We are super happy with the work that was done (and the process wasn’t too bad, either)! Alex and Kyle were outstanding. The work done by their lead plumber, Khoi, and their tilers also deserve special recognition. We have already recommended Alex Freddi to friends considering a home remodel and plan to call Alex Freddi for future projects at our home.”
Pamela M.
“I requested bids from other contractors who either shuddered when they saw the work, couldn’t do the work, or did not understand the vision I had, or offered to do work that had little to do with what I wanted. Alex was the only one who understood what I wanted. He said he could do it and gave me a competitive price. The finished job was extraordinary. It was done maybe 2 to 3 days longer than quoted, but considering all that needed to be done, it was still a quite satisfactory time frame. My house is 85 years old and had some challenges, but each challenge was met. My bathroom turned out to be even more stunning than I could have imagined! My entire family is quite pleased.”
Sheryl F.
“Because of the odd shape to our bathroom, many items such as the vanity and shower door had to be custom made. I was afraid this would really slow down the project but everything ran smoothly. Having Kyle on site almost every day was truly helpful. He was always available for questions, very considerate of our routines and dogs, and a tireless worker on our job. I can’t imagine how we would have gotten through the job as easily as we did without him.
We chose to go through the subcontractors on the materials suppliers list provided by Alex and were extremely happy with their products and their help. All through the job, care was taken to clean up as much as possible at the end of the and protect our carpet from stains. Our project has been completed in a timely manner and right on budget even with additions we requested after the job began. I will never have to look for a company to help me on any future projects we may have. These guys are the best.”
Monique G.
“We had already worked with Alex Freddi and one of his teams (principally Bob and Bill) in the past, and were extremely satisfied with the remodel they did on a full bath project one year ago, so did not ask for competing bids this time around but simply hired them to take on two unrelated projects for us this past late Autumn/early Winter. Based on bids for the prior work and other projects we’ve had done before, Alex’s prices are very reasonable and quite accurate. Unless one changes one’s mind halfway through a project, it’s unlikely in our experience that you’ll be surprised by hidden costs at any point; we have an older home, so it can be a bit unpredictable what one will find once the walls are cracked open, but everything went smoothly for us.
You’ll definitely find those who will bid a project for less than he will, but also those who will bid higher. For us the reasons we like to work with Alex, Bob, and Bill are that they are attentive to our goals and questions at all times, respond quickly and accurately, and the quality of their work is superb. Alex surveys the project, figures out with the owners what they are looking for, and then coordinates the bigger picture issues; he remains in contact by phone, e-mail or in person if need be. That said, Bob and Bill – the guys doing the hands-on work – are such effective problem-solvers, that they’re really on auto-pilot, and don’t appear to need much oversight. Unanticipated issues always arise with any project and they readily consulted with us. Whenever we wanted something done a particular way (especially when it came to making sure the highest-quality materials could be used), they didn’t balk.
That said, I do think they collaborate well so that we were informed of the pros/cons of the various options (they are professionals so didn’t blindly follow our lead). The suppliers and subs seem to match their excellent service though we’ve not always been in direct contact with them. We have several other larger projects planned for the next 18 months (two other bathrooms, and also a kitchen remodel). I guess we could shop around for someone else, but I can’t imagine finding anyone better so it doesn’t make any sense to us to roll the dice when we have been very happy with the work they have done for us. Given the trust they’ve earned, we unreservedly recommend Alex, Bob, and Bill to those seeking a low-stress, high quality, remodel to add value to their home.”
Julia G.
“Very smooth. Estimates were very close to actual timelines and costs. Subcontractors were respectful and easy to deal with. This contractor is not cheap. In fact I would say that he is in the top 10% in terms of cost. But he is committed to quality work and to client satisfaction.”
Joann R.
“Alex and his crew were reliable, pleasant, easy to understand and did exactly what he said he would do. This was a great experience. He was clear about what I needed to do (e.g. select and purchase the tile, provide the paint, etc.) and he was clear about what he would do. When he discovered the need to seal the foundation against further water leakage, he was quick to tell me and provide recommendations.”
Jeri C.
“ The staff were really nice and absolutely amazing. I really liked him a lot. Their promptness and cost. Alex provided me with the estimation and cost on the same day that he came out. I would tell a friend that he was able to provide a reasonable estimate and the cost was reasonable. I would also tell a friend that he has really good rating on Angie’s List.”
William G.
“ Alex, Grayson, and the whole team of subcontractors were professional, skilled, and excellent to work with. We are really happy with the finished product and it was all done promptly and for a reasonable cost. We would recommend Alex Freddi Construction to anyone interested in remodeling their bathroom based on our experience.”
John P.
“This was a HUGE project that we had been dreading, and had waited 14 years to do. We bought the house when it was 10 years old, knowing we would need to remodel both bathrooms. We had remodeled the kitchen ourselves a few years after we bought it, without using a general contractor. We were comfortable with all that, but we knew the bathrooms would be difficult and not something we could do ourselves because of some design issues that needed fixing and because they are on the second floor (unlike the kitchen). We first interviewed Alex in early 2013, but after some initial discussions we needed to put the project on hold due to a family illness. In early 2014, we called him again, and he said he was super busy but would come anyway (after we told him that we were not in a huge rush, which I think helped him decide to keep talking with us). So he and his designer (Kathryn Renz) worked patiently with us for the next 5 months to figure out the design, put together a tight scope of work, and develop the cost estimate. (The long duration of time was due to us, not them.) At that point, we then hired this company formally and paid for some of Kathryn’s time.
Kathryn did a GREAT job getting all the measurements correct on the original space, which had lots of weird angles. That was crucial to this project going well. She and Alex proved to be a great team – through her design knowledge (the “do’s and don’ts” of design) and his knowledge of what would drive up cost versus be less costly. During that planning process, the onsite project managers (Bill and Bob) also made a visit, and spent considerable time in the attic crawl space with Alex to figure out if structural permits would be needed for various designs (turned out not to be needed). The attention to detail and practicality continued once the walls and floors were opened up. I was totally impressed when Alex, Kathryn, Bill, Bob, and the cabinet maker (Dan) all met onsite at that time to go over the plan again to verify it would still work and iron out small details (and figure out whether any major problems might arise, which didn’t happen). That “reality check” meeting lasted an hour, and they were super thorough. I had already decided that I had hired the right firm, but that meeting just cemented it even more for me.
After that meeting, it was pretty much all Bill and Bob’s show, plus their subs. They all did a fantastic job. Their work was technically sound. Bill and Bob really know their framing, ducting, etc. They also took care of two notable extra things that came up, which became really important to us once we were aware of them. One was a better engineered structure to support the weight of both tubs, which sit directly above the kitchen. (They mounted a 15-foot-long 2×12 beam to the outside wall, and put one side of each tub deck on that. Thank goodness both bathrooms were opened up, so we could do that!) The other major extra was fixing and upgrading the vent duct that runs from a downstairs shower; the original duct was venting way too high and not working well at all (which we didn’t know until we started using that shower during this project). They plumbed a new duct for the downstairs bath into the new ducting they already were required to install for the upstairs baths (per code requirements). This major improvement to our downstairs bath cost us very little and solved a huge headache. Bill and Bob communicated well, they and their subs contained their dust and mess very well, and they were a pleasure to have in our house. We gave them gifts afterwards because we were so pleased with the work, and with them as people. We especially appreciated that Bob would respond super quickly to texts or phone calls during evening or weekend hours whenever we had a question.
He and Bill were both TERRIFIC communicators throughout the process. Bob also was very responsive in taking care of a couple of small things that needed attention after the work was substantively completed. The fact that we had already made our final payment didn’t mean that we were off their radar screen; they were really responsive, and always prompt. The one or two times they were running late, they would let us know about that well before they were supposed to show up, and they would reschedule if they could see that this was necessary (rather than stringing us along). I also want to point out the quality of the work by the subs and the vendors. See the attached pictures. Dan Adair did great custom cabinetry work (including custom medicine cabinets) for a very reasonable price. Koi, from Lotus Plumbing, was prompt, efficient, and attentive to detail. And Nick, the tiler, did AMAZING work! We had selected a single style of tile in a fairly large size (18-inches by 18-inches), which had to be laid throughout the entire master bath (floor, tub, shower, and toilet room). His precision and layout took my breath away when I saw it completed for the first time.
The lines were clean, nothing was offset in a way that looked odd, and the grout lines and tile pieces flow well throughout the space. People who have seen it have commented on this as well. Suzanne at ProDesign helped us pick out the tile, and was super patient with us as we kept changing our minds. We can’t say enough good things about her and their selection. Another terrific source of help was Sierra at The Fixture Gallery, who helped us with the tubs, sinks, shower heads, faucets, and valves. We are really pleased with all those fixtures, which are much quieter and more water efficient than the original materials. Lastly, I have to give a major thank you to Alex, for convincing us that in the master bathroom we should put the cabinets on legs and then install under-mounted LED lighting.
That is one of my very favorite features in our new master bath. One note on the cost … the $46,200 was what we paid to Alex Freddi Construction for the design and construction work. That included tear-down, haul-away, and basic construction materials like drywall and new vent ducting. But it did not include the new finished materials (i.e., tile, counters, cabinets, fixtures), which can vary widely in price. We paid for those separately, though there were discounts because we were working with Alex. Also, this project took about 8 weeks to complete. And there were usually 2 people onsite at all times, and sometimes as many as 6. So this was a huge job, and we feel the cost was very reasonable given the effort and high quality of the people and the finished product. We will hire this great little company again the next time we need to fix a chronic house problem. They were terrific.”
Dee-Elina R.
“It was a difficult and time-consuming job, but the results are excellent. My shower now looks beautiful and I am very satisfied. Alex, Nick and Kyle were prompt, professional, skilled and friendly. The company is trustworthy and really cares about their customers.”
Robin C.
“We had a great experience with the remodel. From the first contact with Alex, he took the time to provide suggestions, explain options, the process and what to expect. He was prompt, provided a written estimate in a timely manner, and returned phone calls promptly. Gary was our project manager. He did an excellent job of keeping things on track, communicating every step of the way about the job, scheduling, and offering suggestions to ensure we were very pleased with the results. Gary made sure logistics were worked out and that the work went smoothly. Alex and Gary were both very professional and easy to work with in every way.
They take pride in quality work. Those who performed various parts of the job were polite, professional, respectful of our home, and had worked with Alex for some time. They kept the area clean and were careful to ensure that we were happy with the experience throughout. The work is very high quality. We received excellent help with the referral Alex made for bathroom design, paint color and tile selection. The bathroom is beautiful, and we enjoy it every day! I would absolutely highly recommend Alex Freddi for your residential construction project.”
NANCY D.
“Alex Freddi Construction is an outstanding company to work with. Alex was very prompt with his estimate, was easy to talk with about design ideas for our space and really wanted to make us satisfied customers throughout our project. He encourages you to ask questions and understand everything before starting the project. Our project manager Bob and his partner Bill were just top notch. They were on time, pros, clean and efficient. They both have extensive knowledge in the construction business and communication with them was easy. Bob and Bill’s work ethic and daily attention to our questions and concerns was wonderful.
We wouldn’t hesitate to use them in the future. Bob was easy to talk with, open to ideas and calm throughout the ups and downs of our remodel…which were very few considering the extent of it. Bob has experience in custom cabinets and woodworking. He was invaluable to us since we assembled Barker cabinets and then Bob installed the cabinets plus added gorgeous trim and crown molding. Bill is a pro and has installed hundreds of hardware floors and brings years of framing experience to a project. He worked long and hard making sure that the floor was done well. They used so many varied skills during our project – they were truly an amazing team. We had a kitchen remodel done plus other varied projects and after 9 weeks we still like them!
Also, we want to include a special mention of our experience with ProDesign Solutions in Tigard – an Alex recommendation. They were just the best – Suzanne’s and Jean’s color sense was just spot-on as was their patience and excellent input while we were deciding what we wanted for flooring and tile. They are the best in customer service. Because of Alex, Bob and Bill’s professionalism and work ethic plus based on what we know of other remodels, we are incredibly happy to have worked with Alex’s company.”
Tina M.
“The renovation went well. The crew was always on time, professional and very friendly! They took care of all the demo and removed all debris. There were some plumbing issues discovered after the demo and it was taken cared of. Instead of a quick install of the shower fixtures, they double checked all hook ups and pipes, they discovered a pipe that was stressed. it was a disaster waiting to happen, thank goodness they caught the problem and it was taken care of. A leak was found with the toilet removal, the wrong ring was installed, so they replaced it with the correct ring.
They even replaced the fan for me, even though I added that to the list much later. The motor had to be replaced, and they located one, ordered it and picked it up. I was very happy with the completed product! I originally thought there was rot and mold under the shower, but none was found, to our relief. I am so glad we did the work and sleep better knowing the work was done well and correctly. I was kept up to date, had quick response to any questions and everything was explained clearly. I have a house built in the 20s and will be renovating many of the rooms, I plan using Alex and his team for all of the renovations.”
deborah M.
“The hall bathroom was completely demolished down to the studs — the demolition crew was efficient and clean, and Kyle made sure that floors, and other areas were completely protected. Kyle had to go up in our attic to completely redo the vents for the bathroom as they were not connected to an outside vent of any kind! Yikes. Now the vent is properly connected now, and now the attic insulation is fresh and new. Koi from Lotus plumbing was our plumbing contractor and quite a bit of work was required. The old plumbing did not meet code and the bathtub drain was tied into a drain for another bathroom shower! that has to be fixed to meet the new standards in the code. The electricians were great, and came up with a great plan for the light switches so that we could accommodate the new tile work for the bath/shower combination. A lot of care and extra work was required for Kyle to install the great Oceania tub that was purchased.
A considerable amount of fitting and special accommodation had to be done to make sure that the tub installation was done properly, including installing a wall vent for the mechanics of the tub. This was done perfectly, and the tub installation came out perfect!. the next big task was to install the tile. Here the tile guys Kyle uses did a magnificent job – the design was terrific- they are so good at making great suggestions to improve the tile layout so that you dont have little odd pieces that dont look right. The layout was great, I loved what they did with the floor, the accent in the shower, and the wall above the vanity cabinet. I have attached pictures so you can see the beautiful design.
The cabinet required extra care and attention as we added some wall cabinets that needed their molding and finishing to look nice. Kyle did a terrific job installing the Alano grab bars (which look beautiful) and all of the towel bars, robe hooks, towel shelf, etc. He also had to do quite a bit of fine finish work to install the Ginger Mirror and Lights I selected. The mirror and the vanity light look terrific and the tub works like a dream! The finish work is just exquisite, Kyle is so skilled – to me this works looks as nice as anything I have seen in Houzz or a decorating magazine.”
deborah M.
“This was a huge undertaking! I so appreciate the wonderful contracting skills that Kyle, my project manager from Alex Freddi did in running this very involved project. We had an old bathroom in our basement that was a sketchy do-it-yourself, totally non code super ugly nightmare. To make matters worse, during the super bowl last year, we had a flood of sewage come up in the non code shower. There were weird pipes sticking up from the floor that were old water supply lines. The floor was concrete and as crooked and uneven as you can get. So, massive work needed to excavate the floor and then figure out the mess with the plumbing. Kyle works with Koi with Lotus plumbing. These guys are great — what a horrendous job chipping up all that concrete, figuring out what was going on with this plumbing!! what a nightmare.
Finally Koi and group decided to just redo the water supply lines to the house and redo my water box out at the street. Then we had all kinds of challenges because the space was not totally code to begin with so much thinking and figuring out just how we were going to get a legal shower and toilet in the small space. To make matters even more complicated, I purchased a very expensive Robern cabinet that required wiring for electrics in the cabinet and then wiring for the light kits that came with the cabinet. Figuring out how to get all of this placed within the code rules was a great challenge but Kyle, the project manager was able to do this and pass inspection with a very tough inspector. Then we had the challenge of the new sewage line.
The hope had been to have the old line work by inserting a new pipe through the path of the old line. Koi determined the better course was to create a new line rather than damage an expensive retaining line — which we totally agreed with. We had hoped to get by without a back flo valve, but the inspector thought we should install one, so Koi did it at his own expense since he had not put that in the original bid (I love Koi and Lotus Plumbing). Kyle helped us find a terrific company to redo the driveway which was in need of replacement, so for very little cost, we got the house basically replumbed and got a brand new sewer line. An additional benefit was that Koi and his guys, created an indoor shut off valve which was not present before and was certainly sorely needed when we had a backyard faucet freeze up. Then started the beautiful cosmetic work. The tile guys that Kyle uses are more like Michalangelo than tradesmen.
They were able to suggest several beautiful design ideas/improvements over what I had originally planned for and they were just gorgeous ideas!! I feel like I have a bathroom with tile work that should go into the Hearst castle rather than some suburb house, yet their work was so reasonable in cost!! the quality of the tile work was just not to be believed, I am going to try to upload pictures I think it came out so amazing. Then the finsh work — Kyle installed some beautiful grab bars from Alano and a shower bench ( a Mr. Steam I believe) and this was done to perfection!! this stuff just looks gorgeous. Then Kyle installed my Robern cabinet (you better have a master craftsman to do this as these cabinets are bear cat to get in) and all of my towel bars, robe hooks etc.
Did I mention the super job he did installing a new fan with a new vent through the sill — another challenging job done with great skill in a very difficult to access crawlspace! I also forgot to talk about the electricians who were stellar. I now have LED light fixtures that dim and terrific light around the new cabinet. The finish work that Koi’s guys did on the shower fixture installations looks terrific. All in all, a really big job that turned out great both functionally and aesthetically.”
deborah M.
“The demolition for this bathroom was potentially going to be very challenging. Kyle alerted us to the fact that there was a high probability that the old linoleum floor could contain asbestos. He quickly and promptly collected a specimen and had it tested immediately in a local lab. We were lucky, the floor didn’t have asbestos, but thankfully Kyle had already made a plan in case we had to halt all work to do a remediation. I really appreciated the quick answers to the problem, and the forward thinking planning for what we would do if the floor had contained asbestos. Our next challenge was encountered when the old tile shower was demolished.
Amazingly the wood around the shower and the floor immediately surrounding it were rotted like Swiss cheese! It’s a wonder the shower had not fallen through to the garage below! Kyle very carefully obtained some consultation from one of the other master carpenters that work with Alex to determine exactly what we should do to ensure that the construction would be sound, but not require demolishing the floor in the bedroom as well as to fix the problem. The repair work was excellent — very solid and will ensure that our new shower will last hopefully 50+ years. The fan vent in the old bathroom was not vented out of the roof ,but was instead in dumping moist air into the attic. Now that is fixed and done to code. The plumbing was a special challenge as the shower in the master bath did not meet the new code standards for area.
Again, Kyle used his skills to come upon a solution that gained approval from the permit guys at Washington county. They are strict, so I know that I have a very high quality job done on the plumbing. Now the shower looks great and has a terrific open design that looks so beautiful ( I am attaching pictures for you to see). The tile work for this bathroom was done by the guys that Kyle likes to work with who are masters of design. They suggested a layout pattern for the bathroom that I thought was just fantastic! the accents look so great and the layout makes the shower look larger. Then Kyle used his master carpenter skills to install a beautiful shower bench and Alano grab bars, so that the shower looks like a luxury shower stall that you would see in a very expensive house.
He also had to install a large Robern cabinet. These cabinets are big, heavy, and made with lots of glass and mirrors and getting them installed properly is a big challenge. This cabinet is installed perfectly! I also had some very difficult Brizo lights that had to be mounted just right. Kyle did a beautiful job on all of this. The glass guys at DT glass installed a terrific looking glass enclosure for the bathroom making the shower look fantastic. Koi and his guys did a super job on installing all the bathroom fixtures. I had a cabinet made by Mike — who works with Alex and Kyle – and it was just beautiful too. I love this bathroom to me it is as good looking as anything I have ever seen in Houzz or other magazines.”
deborah M.
“The cabinets are gorgeous — see pictures, I though this was a terrific value and the cabinets have exceeded my expectations. Mike came out and measured, then sent me detailed drawings for he cabinets he made for my project with Kyle and Alex. I couldn’t be more pleased with the quality of the work and their appearance.”
Kathleen A.
“We chose Alex Freddi Construction based on high ratings from Angie’s List. His onsite visit was excellent. He listened very carefully and asked many questions in order to gain a full understanding of exactly what we envisioned. He was both professional and very responsive during the entire preliminary bid process. Alex Freddi Construction and two others were interviewed as potential companies to do our projects. He provided detailed information in writing, email, and over the phone. I checked his references and was extremely impressed with everything I learned. Of the three bids, his was the highest. If our budget could have fit with his quote, there is no question, I would have gone with his company.”
MARIANNE M.
“The project manager, Kyle, was very professional, patient and informative. He kept the project on schedule and communicated what would happen next and what time workers would arrive. Day one: (monday) Alex delivered the ordered tile. Tile surround was demolished. Existing tub was protected from debris. Day two: Kyle checked the fan vent in the attic and found that it was not connected. Suggested fan not be used until new fan is installed and vent connected. (Electrical work to be completed outside of this contract). 2×6 backing for grab bars and towel bar was installed between studs. Day three: Plumber moved shower pipe 6 inches higher, removed tub faucet and water regulator. TIler came to evaluate tile layout in tub surround with amount of tile ordered.
Day four: Backer board and tile installed. Day five: Tile grouted. Day six (monday): Grout sealed and tub caulked. Day seven: Kyle removed beam above shower, patched and mudded drywall. Installed shower, faucet, water controller and double shower curtain bar. Plumber was called to fix leak from shower. A teflon washer did the trick. Debris was vacuumed for the last time! I first contacted Alex Freddi Construction in June but they were busy until September which was perfect since I had a week off in Sept. I am happy with the quality of the work on this small project and that it could be completed when scheduled. Every worker involved was pleasant to deal with and efficient, so Thanks to all! Mr. Freddi is prompt in returning calls and scheduling estimates. The tub surround is beautiful :)”