Description of Work: Hearth stone for my fireplace selected and installed.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Kelly F.
04/2016
5.0
marble & granite
+ -1 more
unknown
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$600
Ruthie F.
01/2016
5.0
marble & granite
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Top for outdoor kitchen.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200
Annetta F.
11/2015
3.0
marble & granite
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: We have put off writing this review for many months because of the odd circumstances surrounding it all. In May of 2015 we hired Mark Ebner to design and install a new counter top and sink in our master bath. All went well and we were very satisfied at the time of installation. We then contacted the local plumber that we have used for many years to install the new sink fixtures. However, when we ran water into the sink it leaked. Mark Ebner insisted that the plumbing had not been installed properly, so we called the plumbing company back. The son of the owner rechecked the plumbing and certified that it was all correct. He even laid on his back under the sink to check the sink bowl and took a picture with his cell phone which clearly showed that the sink was damaged and an effort had been make to repair the damage. When we showed the photo to Mark Ebner he immediately replaced the defective sink. Since we had no way of confirming where or when the damage had been done we were hesitant to blame Mark for not noticing this and replacing the sink before accusing the plumbers of poor installation. Perhaps the damage was done in China where the sink was made, in its transport, or at "Design Surfaces". We were hesitant to say who was at fault, but it did cost us two extra visits by the plumber before the second sink was installed. We have given "Design Surfaces" a "C" rating for not spotting the damage before installing the first sink although all our other dealings with Mark Ebner have been satisfactory. This was a difficult review to write and assign "blame", which is why we have taken so long to send our evaluation. Annetta and Kenneth F
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Response from Design Surfaces Inc
My Response: The Customers are a very nice elderly couple. We installed the Countertops and sink and they were very happy. The following day a received a call from the Customer around 4:30 pm who told me the Plumber she hired told her that the Drain Opening in the Sink was ¼” too large and that was the reason the sink was leaking. I immediately called my Plumber and the Sink representative and was assured the size of the drain hole was a Standard correct size. I went to their house around 5:00 pm the same day with a new sink to see what the problem was and to rectify the situation. The Customers and I measured the newly installed sink drain hole and compared to the new sink, they were the same. I checked underneath the sink and could see a small leak around the drain washer underneath the sink. To make the customer happy I offered to come back the following morning to replace the sink because it was getting late. The Customer told me not to replace the Sink the next day because the Plumber was coming back with a Larger Drain to rectify the situation. The Customer called a day or so later and told me the Plumbers son came over instead to inspect the problem and he found a crack underneath the sink close to the drain. We at no Charge came back and replaced the Sink expediently. I never blamed the Plumber but assured the Customer that the Drain hole opening was the correct size and there was some other issue. I offered to replace the sink the following morning, then replaced the sink when the crack was found. There is a good chance that the sink was defective and also a chance that it was cracked when the Plumber installed the Drain. I wish this was a perfect world and we never had any issues, I have no control over the manufacturing of the Sinks I sell. I do not know what I could have done except for what I did to make the Customer Happy
Danielle B.
08/2014
5.0
countertops, marble & granite
+ 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: They installed granite counters and a window sill. They even came back as a courtesy when I decided to get a hole for my soap dispenser
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200
John K.
07/2014
5.0
countertops, marble & granite
+ 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: Installed granite countertops in kitchen at a reasonable price. Work was done promptly and professionally and to our satisfaction.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,000
Larry M.
04/2014
5.0
marble & granite
+ -1 more
unknown
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,100
Richard G.
03/2014
5.0
marble & granite
+ -1 more
unknown
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Greg B.
10/2011
5.0
ceramic tile, countertops, marble & granite
+ 1 more
The work was great. We could not be happier with this contractor.Mark, from design surfaces was very responsive to every concern and went beyond the call of duty to find us a sink that would work with our counter. Our sink is in a corner which presented some issues. Mark was also very easy to get in touch with, and would always return my calls promptly. His installers were also very professional and did not leave any mess. I would recommend this contractor to anyone interested in installing a new counter.
Description of Work: Had a granite counter installed.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,200
Response from Design Surfaces Inc
The members were very nice customers. The Butterfly Green 3cm Counter tops came out beautiful.
Cora C.
12/2010
1.0
ceramic tile, countertops
+ 0 more
horrible experience - would not trust or recommend this man
Description of Work: I had countertops replaced after a kitchen fire. The contractor was OK and given a previous "kind" review. I don't remember the details very well regarding how I rated him but I did report that we did have a disagreement regarding the sink baskets. He was putting in cheap silver baskets into a beautiful black granite sink. He became furious and accused me of trying to defraud my insurance company and refused to sign a lien release for the insurance company. I will be forced to file a small claims and possibly other charges for the horrible way in which this man is treating me. I suppose he can do excellent work but don't you dare criticize him. He is the playground bully.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
3.0
punctuality
4.0
$5,000
Response from Design Surfaces Inc
Response to Complaint Report from the member Dec 28, 2010: Completion Date: August 12, 2010. The Job came out beautiful and the member was very happy with the job. This was an Insurance job and the Estimate was approved by the Insurance Company and paid by the Insurance Company. My contract and contact was directly with the member only. During the job on August 5, 2010 the member called and told me that the Insurance Company approved payment to the member for a new faucet. The member said she did not have the money at the moment and if I would advance the member a check for $200.00 to purchase a new faucet and that I would be reimbursed for this amount. I issued the member a Check # 5938 for $200.00. The first minor issue we had during the job was on the final day of the installation when the plumbers were installing Stainless Steel sink drains into the sink. The member wanted upgraded drains. I told the member that the drains are the same drains that are on the Picture on the box of the Black Pegasus sink she selected, and that she would have to have had the Insurance Company approve the upgrade. The most inexpensive way to do this upgrade was to have the member purchase the new drains and we would install them the same day at no extra charge. This was completed the same day. The member was very happy with the job on completion. September 23, 2010 the Insurance Company sent a Lien Release. I signed a Partial Release of Lien. I spoke to the member about the $200.00 balance. The member asked me to do something I felt was illegal to procure payment from the Insurance Company and I said no. The member became furious and spoke to me in a derogatory manner. From that point on I communicated in e-mails. I e-mailed the member that I would take the necessary legal actions to collect the balance. The member’s job went on schedule and came out beautiful.
David F.
02/2008
5.0
ceramic tile, countertops, marble & granite
+ 1 more
The order was received and delivered ahead of schedule. There was a minor error that was corrected promptly. Price was very competitive and actually cheaper than two other home improvement stores. Very knowledgeable and experienced installers. Also does great tile work.
Description of Work: Installed Granite and Marble counters in a new house.
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Service Categories
Marble and Granite,
Countertops and Backsplashes
FAQ
Design Surfaces Inc is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.
Monday: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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