Adam's Construction & Engineering

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EXCELLENT WORK.

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Adam is the consummate professional. He came to us because we were doing a larger landscaping project-adding a patio- that required removing the railing from the concrete stairs from our kitchen and possibly adding another stair for a step down. The landscaping contractor wanted to get an actual building contractor's opinion before commenting on the stairs. We were on a very tight budget and though the stairs were a bit damaged and not beautiful, he suggested a way to avoid redoing the stairs at minimal cost. The landscaper actually removed the stairs and as Adam predicted, the corner crumbled. He fixed it properly with rebar and a wooden frame and warned me about a shaved area he repaired. He was incredibly affable and explained everything and anything. The stairs look better than before and I would hire Adam again in a second flat. I recommend him whole heartedly. He is truly does not fit the negative stereotypes of contractors. He was completely punctual, responsive, generous and a pleasure to work with.

We had used Adam Othman from Adam Home Builder last summer for a major home remodel and were very satisfied, so it was logical to contact him when we were ready to do this work. Adam recommended "Hardi-Plank" siding which is a cement fiber board for the siding and whole new construction of the framing, using large water resistant redwood boards to replace the flimsy wood framing. Adam referred us to another job in our area where he had installed the product. We researched Hardi-Plank and it seems like a long lasting, low maintenance product. It purports to be particularly resistant to moisture, which is a problem for us. Adam did the whole job in about 6 days, working on Saturday as well. He removed the old wood and, as he progressed, each window was also removed and reinstalled. He constructed substantial redwood framing for the windows that is impressive and very attractive. The weep holes are now visible and will work as designed. He installed the Hardi-Plank over the existing wood, including under the drains and over the wood fascia. He also removed a very old, heavy and inefficient air conditioner and installed a new A/C we purchased at Sears, including the new framing necessary for the smaller unit. He also rewired the outlet from 220 volt to 115 volt. Then he painted the exterior wood and siding with colors we chose to match the house. He also took out an old personal garage door that was a wooden interior type door. The replacement door is an aluminum, exterior door. The work required reconstructing the door frame, with careful attention to not damage the external stucco on the garage, surrounding the door. This job was done successfully as well. Finally, he installed extra support beams in the garage to insure that the trusses were strong enough. The siding and window framing turned out exceptionally well. The result is a very attractive (in our opinion) exterior look that also is substantial in substance and form and should provide the protection we were looking for. Adam, as before, provided solid advice and options for us to consider throughout the job. He and his helper, Sergio, completed the job in a very timely manner and each day they were considerate of our needs. We continue to be impressed with Adam's overall commitment to doing meticulous high quality work that thoroughly satisfies our objectives. He also provides an esthetically pleasing result that enhances our enjoyment of our home. Please review my before and after photos of the window and siding work.

Adam Othman was professional and thorough. I always had a complete cost estimate up front. I corresponded with him regularly during construction. He regularly consulted me on little, and not so little, decisions concerning details of the construction. He provided good advice and gave me multiple options on high-cost items. The quality of his work was high. I am pleased with the finished product. He is very trustworthy. For example, I felt comfortable having my kids in the area when he was working (provided the nature of the work was not dangerous). We developed a positive rapport and remain friendly to this day. There have been several minor items in the two years since the construction was completed, and he has always responded in a timely way and without expectation of compensation.

The essence of our relationship with Adam Othman, our contractor for all of the work we had done began with the feeling we could trust him and his work. He reinforced our trust and satisfaction with every facet of the work he did and supervised. Initially, we spoke to Adam about some minor repairs. He was recommended to us by our landscaper who had used Adam for a remodeling project. From our first meeting we asked for and received an estimate for a new bathroom to be added to our master bedroom. From this point to completion, Adam was intimately involved in helping us to refine our designs, arranging for a draftsman and surveyor to meet the Planning Dept. requirements. Adam then walked the plans through the City Departments and began construction on schedule. We ultimately used Adam and his sub-contractors for building the new bathroom, including custom cabinetry, custom shower enclosure with tile, choosing and installing all fixtures, remodeling our kitchen with new custom cabinetry, sinks, quartz counter tops and wall tiles. Adam also arranged for and supervised sub-contractors for new custom cabinets in our living room, crown moulding, wood floor resurfacing and repair, wall and ceiling resurfacing throughout the house and complete interior re-painting. Adam added a new closet to our master bedroom as well as 2 new windows. He re-located our heating vents in our living room to allow for the installation of crown moulding. He also discovered that our stove exhaust was not actually vented to the outside. He repaired this also. He sub-contracted and supervised the electric panel upgrade and relocation needed by the new construction. Adam also helped us to resolve a problem we had with the disastrous texcote application on the complete exterior of our home. The new stucco was and is an economical solution to an expensive problem. When we reached an impasse (ours not Adam's) on colors, etc., Adam recommended his interior designer who was an invaluable resource for many decisions we made from that point forward in our kitchen and all other rooms that were painted and tiled. Throughout the work, Adam was a very valuable resource (and continues to be so), beyond his design, engineering and build abilities. Adam always listened to our ideas and then offered very insightful and productive options. Then we would go forward with the best solutions that usually involved money saving options. Adam's employees and subcontractors were all honest, courteous and hard working professionals whose work we would recommend for any future jobs. Adam did complete the job ahead of schedule and on budget, and he is more than willing to discuss any questions we have. We are already planning additional work with him in the future.

Adam went above and beyond the call of duty for us. Not only did he make space in his schedule to fit us in but he ensured that the work done was the highest quality with the highest standards. We were working with a very small budget and very small timeframe which for most contractors meant cutting corners. Not Adam. He would not hear of it! He worked with us to come up with safe solutions that fit our budget and was always on hand to suggest ways to make the process more efficient. The work flowed on schedule despite a few quirks discovered mid-construction in our existing structure.

I contacted Adam which I got an immediate response. I was late to the appointment at my house because I was making copies of my plans, but not only did he wait for me, he helped me put the sheets in order. Extremely pleasant person to talk with. He took the plans and did as he promised to get back to me in a week with his bid. Unfortunately, it was a price we can't afford. Perhaps we need to do some modifications to the addition. Still he was considerate and offered to UPS the plans back to me but, how could I let him. I went to pick them up and told him that I only wish we could afford him because I got a very good feeling that he would be someone very trustworthy to work with. By the way, he offered to us that if we needed any guidance/advise, he would gladly give at no cost.

Adam came in to oversee electrical and some minor home repair/upgrade. While here, Adam was wonderful in his suggestions that could be accomplished while the guys were working and for very little additional cost. We ended up with lovely new kitchen lighting, new back splash and no doubt that Adam is our new favorite contractor. Our initial electrical issues were handled supremely and professionally by Nick Glaros who was overseen by Adam. Cannot say enough wonderful things about the team.

We had one room in the house that was shaking everytime you would walk in. Since Adam is also a Mechanical Engineer and we had such a great experience the first time around we asked him to investigate. He went underneath the house (about 2 1/2 feet crawl space) to find 2 supports missing. He made us a drawing to show what he found and told us in detail how he would fix it and that is exactly what he did. He spend days underneath the house to complete this job. No more shaking and the support is like new.

Adam came highly recommended from Bill our landscaper. He gave us an estimate and started work promptly. He worked very close with Bill so that the project went very smooth. Not only did Adam help us with the design, the end relsult is stunning and everything he said it would be. He is really organized very safty conscious. He also makes sure that everything is exactly the way you want it.

We started the job using another contractor. Adam was helping the other contractor and did 90% of the work. Once we were able to work solely with Adam, all work was done with an expertise rarely seen in the industry. The City inspectors even commented on the high quality of work they were viewing. Adam holds an engineering degree, and also specializes in finishing; all the work was expertly trimmed, painted, and all edges were square. It was not uncommon for him to spend his own weekend time to engineer and finish up a project stage he was working on. We would absolutely hire him again, and in fact have. He is currently working on a close family friend's house doing a similar job as was done on ours, and just completed another project which we recommended him on involving a complete kitchen make-over. All final cleanup was done to our satisfaction. AND HE ANSWERS HIS PHONE.