
Butel Construction Inc
About us
We have an A+ rating with the BBB. We are licensed, bonded and insured in every trade. We are on Angie's List Honors Roll regularly. We are well known for our high quality workmanship, timeliness, and customer care. Read the reviews and see for yourself! We specialize in custom residential homes, room and second story additions, bathroom and kitchen remodels, landscape and hardscape. In addition, we also work on hill side projects and commercial projects. Butel Construction is proudly a one-stop shop. Our team provides expertise in design, installation, plumbing, electrical and high end finish all of the elements of a successfully completed project from concept to completion. Our team works with our clients to understand all parameters important to successfully complete the project. This ensures that the result matches your vision! With an extensive background in the intricacies of high level detailed remodeling and construction, we create affordable and unique designs for our clients. By staying current with the latest trends in traditional, transitional and contemporary styles we provide our clients with designs that are on the cutting edge in the industry. Butel Construction also offers custom-built cabinets offering the widest variety of laminates and finishes. We believe the customer is always right. We listen to your ideas and work with you to make those ideas a reality. No matter where you are in the process of your project, we are ready to work with you. We are fortunate to have a diverse crew of talented tradesmen and craftsmen. We can take care of everything … from start to finish. Even if you don’t have an architect or engineer, or if you aren’t quite sure where to get started, we can help. We can handle all of your project needs, from the planning stage, to foundation, to roofing and everything in between. Additional phone: (323) 938-6360. Additional fax: (323) 938-9548
Business highlights
Services we offer
Acoustic Ceiling, Air Conditioning, Bathroom, Carpets, Cement Work, Custom Doors, Custom Showers, Decks, Drywall, Electric, Exterior Painting, Fences, Fireplace, Garage Doors, General Repairs, Hardwood Floors, Heating, Interior Painting, Kitchen, Patio Covers, Patio Enclosures, Plastering, Plumbing, Re-Piping Gutters, Re-Stucco, Retrofit, Room Addition, Security Bars, Stucco, Texture, Tile Work, Vinyl Flooring
Amenities
Emergency Services
Yes
Free Estimates
Yes
Accepted Payment Methods
- CreditCard
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When we decided to redo our kitchen, we received multiple bids (the range from highest to lowest was a $70,000 difference!!). We ultimately decided to go with Butel not only because we were happy with the bid but also because we really liked Tom and his design ideas.
I asked a TON of questions before signing the contract to make sure I understood everything that was included (or not included) and any potential additional costs or expenses. Tom and Shai thoroughly and quickly answered all of my questions by email, and were willing to jump on the phone to walk me through anything I did not understand. (And they did it without ever showing any sign of being annoyed!! :)
When we finally made the leap, they started immediately and our kitchen was totally gutted within the week.
They had quoted 5-7 weeks, and boy did it move fast. There were, of course, some minor unexpected additional costs, but I felt they were honest and fair in all of their dealings.
Shai kept me reasonably informed of what would be happening each week via text, and his crew was lovely. I was able to notify them of any issues that came up via text, and they were quickly resolved.
The end result is BEAUTIFUL and everything I wanted. I have heard so many nightmare stories of contractors gone wrong - these guys are professional and delivered on every promise. (I'm counting the days until I can call them back to redo the bathroom!)
I walked through the design that I wanted and showed examples of what I liked. They provided a rough schedule of the tasks in the project and a detailed quote. I had several follow up questions which they answered. I signed the contract and had a walk-thru with the owner to review in detail my requirements and answer any detailed questions he had (and point out water and gas shut-offs, etc). The communication throughout the project was great. They would let me know what was happening that week and answer any questions I had. They let me know in advance any decisions that needed to be made so I was ready for those. They did a great job of blocking off the area under construction so that the dust was limited in the rest of the house. They worked with me on the cabinet design and when we had an issue with a potential design change due to a cabinet not being in stock, were able to work with their sub to get me the item I wanted with no delay.
The job was finished in 5 weeks and on-budget. I love how it looks and would use Butel again. My neighbors also had great things to say as Butel Construction cleaned up the common areas every night (if they were sawing, etc outside) and were very respectful of the area. Several of my neighbors have asked who I used and I'm sure will use them.
I have other remodels planned and will definitely use Butel again.
"Thank you for your kind review. I must say it was a real pleasure working with you. You were a total team player and that contributed greatly! We look forward to working with you again in the future. All the best, Shai Butel"
The house looks just the way we wanted it to, and everything finally works (when we first moved in pre-renovation just about nothing worked right)!
"Dear [Member Name Removed] Maike-Lye thank you again for using Butel Construction on your second launch project. It was amazing team work that got us to the point to achieve your dream kitchen and bathrooms- especially the understanding of the unexpected construction (appearance). We dealt with it together in a very professional way to get you the best result. I always say that great teamwork between homeowner and a contractor is a successful project. we look forward to working with you again in the near future. Thank you Again -Shai"
But the communication was good. I could always text or call them if I had a question (and I always did). The payment terms were very reasonable and the cost was reasonable for the work done. We had existing plans from a separate architect, so that part went well. Butel helped us with getting city inspections done on areas that they were not even responsible for, so that helped a lot.
The best part is that several months later I can look back and honestly say that the quality of work that they did was superb. The roofing they had to repair (No leaks!), the plumbing that they did, and the electric that they did was excellent.
Recommended: Definitely.
"Thank you for your great review. We really enjoyed working with you. It is gratifying to hear back from our previous clients and especially to hear that you appreciate and value the workmanship. We looking forward to working with you again in the future. All the best, Shai Butel"
Butel Construction lessened my living impact by accommodating me with a temporary utility sink and they were very quick to complete critical phases in the bathroom. Shai and his team kept me updated on everything they were doing and also on what I needed to provide or decide. They were always available to contact with any questions or issues that came up and responded quickly plus they resolved every issue without any fuss. I absolutely love the quality of the finished work that they did and am thrilled with my beautiful new kitchen and bath!
"[Member name removed] First of all, we want to thank you for using Butel Construction for your kitchen and bathroom renovations. It was an absolute pleasure to work with you! You are a great team player which really helped us to achieve your vision for your dream kitchen and bathroom. We appreciate your detailed review and the photos that you posted and we look forward to working with you on your next project! Thank You, Shai Butel President Butel Construction, Inc."
"Dear [Member name removed], It was absolutely fabulous to work with you. Your interior design helped us a lot to accommodate the results. Any issues that we had I felt were dealt with in a very professional manner and we look forward to working with you in the near future. Shai Butel President Butel Construction, Inc."
"Hello Jennifer, We do not have any record of you calling and leaving a message on our answering machine. Please call Angie's List to remove your review at your earliest convenience. Thank you and we wish you success in your home improvement endeavors. Sincerely, Shai Butel President Butel Construction, Inc."
I was nervous too before starting this remodel. It could have been a nightmare with the wrong contractor and I was terrified I would pick the wrong company. I am thrilled that I chose Butel. Working with Butel was like watching my dream house unfold before my eyes. It is wonderful to know that good guys are still in the construction business. Security like that is hard to find. You can reach Butel at (323) 938-6360.
Price. We got about 8 different quotes and Butel came in around mid to low compared to others. The thing is that once the work started there were a TON of things that came up that should have cost more, but Shai did not charge us. Of course large unknowns did come up and those increased the cost (this is totally normal for construction and we budgeted for this), but there were so many little things that Shai just covered. I don't think you should expect this from them if you hire them, but he was exceedingly generous with me in order to do a quality job.
Quality. My partner was a contractor, so he is very picky about quality. I am very pleased with my house, but there were a lot of things we had to point out along the way. Since I'm writing this three years after the remodel, I need to note that I've had a few problems with some things (due to supplies I chose, not workmanship), and I've always contacted Butel about those things for repairs. Shai has always sent people out to fix problems for free. He stands by his work, even years later.
The few problems we had. This might be specific to our choices, but we selected penny tile for the bathroom. The tile install process took at least 5 attempts to get straight, which delayed the entire remodel timeline. Most frustrating was that I had to be the one to tell them it was crooked, and that's including some very obvious misplaced tiles. Now, it's beautiful. But I would be cautious with tile. I would also say that their team is not familiar with honed granite. They put a plastic cover on our counters that melted into the granite in the sun, and had to be treated to remove the spots left behind. The spots are not entirely gone, but I gave up on this.
One weird thing is that we had new exterior doors installed, and the cost of painting the stucco to match the house was not included in the overall cost. This seemed weird to leave doors looking so unfinished. We didn't pay the extra for painting, so they left the job with doors looking like they were newly installed and unfinished. There were other minor clean up issues, including leaving the extra hardwood floor pieces in a heap in my garage.
What they are really good at. My kitchen (counters issues from above aside) is amazing. The kitchen cabinet guy rules. We also had some things with the city about moving our electric panel and they made magic happen to move it. My house is pretty crooked and they did some carpentry to make things line up that is really smart and looks great. I generally think the rough work seemed top notch, and my contractor partner agreed.
Since my remodel I referred my parents to Butel for their bathroom remodel. Even with the above problems, I think Shai and Butel are contractors who are very trustworthy and stand by their work, so even if there are problems, I know he will fix them.
Understandably, this was a long project, with many moving parts, and it took around five months in total, but I was impressed with the efficiency of the work. Shai is very skilled at keeping the various components and tasks coordinated, so we were not held up waiting for something to be done so that other things could progress. He employs, or subcontracts with a range of skilled specialists -- carpentry, painting, tiling [excellent tile work!], electricity, plumbing -- and they are all used to working together to keep things moving. Unlike other projects I've had done, or witnessed with friends, this was not a situation where the final stages were endlessly delayed. We were also able to select and order the bathroom fixtures, using a colleague of Shai, Yossi Sasson, who was able to provide excellent choices and arrange for purchase and delivery with minimum fuss. When unexpected or additional things came up, as they always do, they were handled without undue fuss or excitement.
The usual question here is, would I use the company again. The answer is yes and, in fact, they are about to begin renovating my kitchen. I hope I will be able to post a similarly enthusiastic review in the not-too-distant future.
"Thank you [member name removed] for using Butel Construction since 2008. We appreciate your business. The kitchen turned out beautiful and we hope you are enjoying it! We look forward to working with you on your next project. Best Regards, Shai Butel President Butel Construction, Inc."
It went very well and they are great. Their work is excellent and they are very friendly, but scheduling is a little bit difficult. I think they are a little pricier, but they are very thorough and always follow up with their work. I am well taken care of for the money that I spend. They will take care of whatever service they do and they will check up to provide me with any help if anything goes wrong.
"Dear [MEMBER], Thank you for using us for your last couple of projects at your house. Butel Construction provided some of the work as a restoration of existing, which is much more involved than any regular construction. It was a pleasure to work with you and the results are beautiful; we are looking forward to the next project. Butel Construction will always ensure our clients that we will complete and follow up on all of our projects. Best Regards, Shai Butel"
"Dear Mr. (removed member name), Thank you for using Butel Construction for your project. Your project was very unique - a wet bathroom with new Infinity drain, as well as having the sink and the toilet in the same area. We appreciate your review and look forward to working with you on your next project. Best Regards, Shai Butel"
"Dear [member name removed], Thank you for the nice review! It was a great experience to work on your new studio and especially on the unique element that we performed, such as the finish concrete floor and the traditional bathroom, tiling, etc. We are always trying to provide the highest level of workmanship and communication and it was a pleasure to work with you. Enjoy the space! Best Regards, Shai Butel President"
"Dear (Member Name Removed), Thanks for the kind review and it was great to serve you. We appreciate your complete trust in our team to carry through with the remodel without you present for most of the project. We are a very trustworthy company and we perform major renovations with all type of homeowners that are out of town. As a contractor, it is important to me that we maintain the client's home as I would my own and it was great to work with you. Best Regards, Shai Butel President"
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