Golden Hammer Construction

Golden Hammer did an amazing job on our very 80s kitchen! They did a complete gut job, replaced walls, painted, installed new cabinets, countertops, and backsplash. Drew and Shawn are extremely professional, transparent, and responsive. Julio and Steven were also great and professional. We felt safe and comfortable having them in our home. Although they were not the cheapest option, they were very clear on pricing. No items from vendors or subs were marked up - instead, the quote has a line that shows their profit. This was really helpful as we could get a clear handle on costs. They also contract with a real artist for tilework. We had a different pattern for our backsplash that involved "random" placement of certain tiles. Robert took extra care to ensure he understood the pattern, and the result is stunning. The only con is that our main lead was let go from the company towards the end of our job. This meant that some final touches were dragged out a bit longer than we felt they should have been. However, this was minor and handled with us in a professional way. We would happily work with Golden Hammer again!

Golden Hammer was very professional and did great work on our kitchen and bathroom remodel. A few issues came up, as they will, but Bobby was always communicative and kept us posted on what was happening and what we could expect. When we decided we needed a different size cabinet after the first one had already been installed, they were happy to accommodate, and they came up with creative solutions for some of the quirks in our 40+ year old house. We're super happy with our new kitchen and bathroom vanity!

Really nice. The workers were very good, easy to work with and did an outstanding job on the porch. They cleaned up very well at the end of the day and caused minimal disruption of our household. Everything was handled professionally and my wife and I could not be happier with the results.

Shawn was very prompt and helpful with the estimate process; he saved me money by avoiding unnecessary work. He really understood my budget and needs. My project was probably relatively small for Golden Hammer, but I still felt valued. General contracting has so much going on and so many things to consider, but things still went about as smoothly as possible. There were a couple little hiccups, but Golden Hammer was committed to being 100% satisfied with the final product. I have a very sharp eye, and Shawn does too -- at one point he had some flooring re-done which he wasn't satisfied with. I worked primarily with Brandon who was very good to work with, and all the workers were great. The tile and cabinet guys were terrific. Golden Hammer has a great network of workers, and nearly a year after the project, everything still looks brand new. My kitchen and bathroom look great, and I'd hire them again for any major remodel project!

Brandon and his door/window supplier looked at the existing doors, and it turns out that most of our problems were caused by faulty installation done for the previous owner. New doors were ordered and installed. The doors took a couple of weeks to arrive, and installation started quickly after that. The carpenters were top-notch and did an excellent job. Brandon inspected the job as it was underway and made a few small but important improvements, such as sealing the gaps between door and frame with expanding foam. The final result, after painting, is wonderful- the doors are attractive and seal perfectly.

This company was a pleasure to work with. Brandon supervised our project and was very responsive to our needs and concerns. All of the people that we dealt with were professional and did their best to minimize disruption to our home. They do top quality work and their pricing reflects that. We were very pleased with the end result.

Our home addition turned out awesome! The project was very well managed and organized and went as planned from the beginning. Everyone we dealt with along the way was very pleasant, responsive and thorough. We couldn’t be happier and would highly recommend Golden Hammer.

Shawn's company was very busy (8 weeks out minimum) and I needed the repair completed sooner.

The contractor was great! He knew just what we were looking for and hired respectable subcontractors to complete all that needed to get done. I am in love with my new kitchen!

They were really about their own convenience. They said they could do it, but they wanted to do both bathrooms at the same time. They said they would put a porta-potty in our yard. They said it would be better if we moved out, but if we wanted (to stay) we would not have a bathroom. It was just all about they wanted to get in with all their guys and do all the work at one time. They really weren't concerned about how it affected us. We were not very pleased with them. The quote was pretty detailed. We did not go with them. They probably do good work, but we were not impressed with the quote. It was high and it was very inconvenient the way they wanted to do the work. *Based on the estimate, not actual work.

The company did not bid for the job, saying it was too far to go for the small job size.

The process was smooth, workers came everyday, managers stopped in regularly and communicated with us daily. Best communication of work crews we have witnessed.

The contractor was fairly punctual in arriving and spent about 25 minutes looking around the property, but they never followed up with an estimate, so it is not surprising they did not get the job. UPDATE: Sean the owner of the company reached out to me several times, I feel like he made a good effort for making up for not giving me an estimate.

We could not have been happier with Golden Hammer. From our first meeting, they knew exactly what we wanted and what we were going for. They were very responsive. Everytime we had a question or concern, we received a response within the same day, usually within an hour or two. Any hiccups along the way were handled professionally and quickly. The workers who were on site doing the construction were so polite, even with our dogs barking and toddlers constantly staring at them through the windows. The project took a little longer than the original estimate they gave, but it was finished well within the deadline when we needed it done. The whole renovation was much less stressful than I imagined it would be and the finished product is beautiful! Can't recommend Golden Hammer enough!

Shawn and Drew (GOLDENHAMMER owners), where very punctual, and attentive to our wants and needs. All of the subcontractors performed their jobs in a very professional manner, while making sure everything was completed as we wanted. The sequence of work was excellent, as the foundation had to be poured before the framing, and the framing before the roofing. Everything went very smoothly, with Shawn and Drew constantly checking in making sure we where happy with the work and progress. The inside project required the removal of a ceiling, all the insulation removed, new lighting, insulation, and ceiling. A 28 foot beam had to replace the weight bearing removed wall and all went very smoothly. The area was blocked of with plastic so the dust and insulation did not filter throughout the house. Brandon, their onsite supervisor, was very helpful with suggestions and always available. I would not hesitate to hire them again, and have referred several friends that needed renovations to them. They restored my confidence in contractors again!

Our 1980's kitchen and bath needed to be completely redone. We initially contacted a total of six different contractors in the Gainesville area. Golden Hammer provided a detailed, itemized estimate at a competitive price. Both Shawn and Drew made us feel like they had a good understanding of what we wanted done and the feedback and communication was very good. They always returned our calls and worked hard to solve any problems while always being polite, professional, and respectful of us and our home. We were especially happy with their tile subcontractor Amos. His planning and attention to detail made for a great finished product. We recently purchased this house and now it truly feels like our home.

Did professional excellent job with all the proper permits and professionalism. Highly recommend Shawn who did the work.

Excellent information from Golden Hammer.

We worked mainly through Shawn, who was extremely professional. He was upfront with us about Golden Hammer's pricing, which was a bit higher than some of the other quotes we received. However, we got the impression that those cement companies didn't really want the job because it wasn't a huge contract and was slightly more complicated than your typical slab pouring job. We would have liked a lower quote (who wouldn't?), but we can't argue with the results, and even though we received a number of lower quotes, none of those companies were willing to perform the work. Once we gave Golden Hammer the go ahead, they scheduled our job for a week and a half later. Shawn's crew actually arrived an hour early, and he made sure that our ceramic floor and front porch were protected with heavy duty paper. They got to work immediately, and I believe the concrete was completely poured within 90 minutes. One worker stayed around all day to smooth the concrete out, and he cleaned up all of the debris before leaving. The next day, Shawn sent us an email asking if we had any further questions. I've worked with other contractors in the past, but if this is the level of workmanship and responsiveness that you get by paying a little extra, it's money well spent. A few days ago, I noticed that our garden hose sprayer was broken and leaking. It wasn't leaking before the job, but it was leaking afterwards, and it was one of the two garden hoses that the crew used. I'm not sure if somebody stepped on the sprayer head or ran over it with a piece of equipment, but accidents happen, and I'm not going to lose any sleep over a $10 garden hose attachment. I just thought I'd include this in the interest of full disclosure (I can't even say with 100% certitude that it was the workers' fault. It might have just broken from general wear and tear, but the timing was a bit suspicious). Regardless, we're very happy with our choice to go with Golden Hammer, so if you're looking for a solid job done in a reasonable time frame, you'll be very satisfied with them too. *Edit*I hadn't yet spoken with anybody at Golden Hammer about the hose (and probably wasn't going to either because it's really not a big deal), but today there was a brand new hose and hose head sitting outside our front door. Needless to say, I'm impressed by this display of honesty and integrity, something which I've unfortunately grown to not automatically expect from contractors in general.

I have the highest regard for Golden Hammer. Sean and Drew gave plenty of insight and input in our initial meeting. They were honest and straightforward with what was needed to be done and worked with me all the way to get the project done. During the planning and designing, Shawn and Drew not only listened and accommodated our ideas, but added plenty of creative ideas to enhance our initial design. Everyone involved in the construction was professional and courteous. The high quality of workmanship was seen at each stage of construction. And again, Throughout the whole process, it was easy to contact and work with Shawn and Drew. The result was beyond our expectations. As a reviewer of our shop said. It was a dream come true. I highly recommend Golden Hammer, and thank them for our amazing shop.

The project went very smoothly. Shawn listened to our preferences and helped us pick the perfect tile for our bathroom. The workers always showed up on time and were very professional. They were careful to keep the dust contained in the bathroom so our whole house was not dusty. They vacuumed and even mopped our floors where there was any dust or dirt from the project before they left the house each day. They were easy to work with and answered our calls, texts and emails right away. We were kept in the loop throughout the project so we knew what progress was made each day. The finished product is beautiful. The tile work is very well done. They are very detail oriented and it shows in the finished product. I would absolutely recommend Golden Hammer to friends and neighbors.

The Golden Hammer crew began approximately 2 weeks after getting the estimate. I found them to be very professional and highly competent. They stripped back shingles around the chimney that appeared in poor condition, exposing some rotten roof sheathing with a hole in it. All of the cedar siding was removed from the chimney. They expertly repaired the roof, reflashed the base of the chimney in a far superior manner than previously done, and then replaced the chimney siding with hardie board. New matching replacement shingles were weaved into the non-damaged shingles. The chimney was then painted with paint I furnished, as I am currently painting my house. The finished product is excellent, highly durable, and in keeping with Shawn's promise that it would be better than it was when new. There were no add-ons to the original estimate. I would not hesitate to use Golden Hammer for any future projects.

We have the upmost and highest regard for Golden Hammer. During the planning and designing of our new home, Shawn really listened and accommodated our requests creatively designing and building a beautiful contemporary house. Throughout the whole process, it was easy to contact and work with Shawn and Drew. Everyone involved in the construction of our home was professional and courteous. Our house was built on a lot which had to be cleared and working with Golden Hammer to clear the lot and preserve the natural beauty of the land was superb. The high quality of workmanship was seen at each stage of construction. Great effort was made in building an energy efficient house. We have received our first utility bill and already we can see the difference in having such a solid well-constructed house. When deciding on the finishing touches to the house, it was wonderful in getting feedback on which materials would really work well and have lasting value in the house. The result was a truly timeless and lovely home. We highly recommend Golden Hammer. Thank you for such a wonderful home!

Sean gave plenty of input before our meeting. At the meeting to do a walk through he was on time, knowledgeable and courteous. He gave us some great ideas.

it was better and nicer than we had imagined