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Kraft Built Inc

Kitchen and Bath Remodeling, Cabinet Making, Closets

About us

We are Statewide, Certified General Contracting firm. Commercial and Residential New Construction Building Kitchens/Bathrooms Restaurants General Remodeling Build-outs and Build-Backs

Business highlights

28 years of trusted experience
Veteran Owned & Operated
LGBTQ+ Friendly
Family Owned & Operated
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Florida State Certified General Contractor Florida State Mold Assessor Florida State Mold Remediator

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
CreditCard
Financing Available
PayPal
Zelle

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.738 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
74%
4
8%
3
5%
2
5%
1
8%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.8
professionalism
4.7
responsiveness
4.7
punctuality
4.6
Showing 1-25 of 38 reviews

Pamela P.
08/2023
5.0
remodeling, home remodeling
  + 0 more
My experience with Kraft Built was amazing! From planning to completion, I was kept informed all throughout the project. I have had work done by other contractors and this was my best experience by far. Excellent communication, arrived on time and always kept me informed about the progress. They even followed up months after completion of the project to make sure everything was working properly. No one has ever done that before. I would not hesitate to recommend this company.
Description of Work: Kitchen remodel and flooring
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Kraft Built Inc
Thanks for the great review, [Member Name Removed]! It’s a 2-way street! Good contractors want good customers, too. 🙃👍💯 It makes everything easier to accomplish. I think you and I came up with an excellent design plan, and completed it in record time. It is my pleasure to work with you. Let me know if you need anything. 🙏

Steven M.
08/2023
5.0
sunrooms
  + -1 more
This patio door and screened in patio that was done by Kraft Built Inc. was amazing - the best price for the best quality of work. Just remember the old saying “you get what you pay for”. Do you want the best ? Then pay for the best. Kraft Built Inc. You want less than the best ? Then spend less money with someone else. Always remember you get what you pay for. Steven M
Description of Work: porch conversion with new patio door
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Kraft Built Inc
Thanks for the great review, [Member Name Removed]. I always say, “Great price? Pay twice. I know it’s difficult for customers. There’s such thing as price gouging, too. So, it’s best to try and find a number that strikes down the middle. Not too low and not too high. That way, everybody saves face in a win/win deal. With so many illegal workers and ‘contractors’ out there, it’s a very difficult business to be in. I strongly encourage that all customers make sure that the person they’re attempting to deal with actually is who they say they are and has the license they say they have. Follow up about it. Check their ID and go online to the respective regulating authorities website and make sure that they are licensed and/or certified WITH INSURANCE! It was a pleasure working with you Stephen. You are a delightful person. Let us know if you need anything in the future.

R S.
03/2015
5.0
cabinet refacing, ceramic tile, countertops, home remodeling, plumbing
  + 3 more
The work was done in three days. John Kraft updated my kitchen. His work and the finished project is way beyond any of my expectations. He is a perfectionist. He had a good vision of how the kitchen would look with the updates and he carried it out without any complications. He worked with me to stay within my budget. The completed project is amazing. The work was done in a timely manner. I live in Palm Aire and all the kitchens are 40 years old. I have had different companies give me a cost estimate and have never felt comfortable with them doing the work. John Kraft is a trustworthy person that you can feel comfortable having him in your home. He tells you what he is going to do and does exactly what he says. I am so happy that I found him and now we are looking into updating my bathrooms which he does as well. My kitchen was transformed into a beautiful look by replacing the kitchen cabinet doors, laminating the cabinets, installing a new counter top, sink and backsplash.
Description of Work: I had hired him to update my kitchen.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,000

Lori M.
02/2015
3.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
john is a high end builder, with great ideas and design. My only concern was my budget and he could not provide me with a design within my budget. Very nice man, kept his appointments and if I had more $, I'd have allowed him to finish the job.
Description of Work: John met with me, went over my budget, signed the contract and he drew up designs and had an architect complete the plans. When it came down to doing the design, it was over my budget, so I had to opt out.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
3.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

$2,400

joel G.
01/2015
5.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
A few hiccups as are expected with any remodling project but John always made sure to keep me informed and went out of his way to be sure they were taken care of.
Description of Work: Remodel Offices

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$20,000

joseph P.
12/2014
5.0
custom cabinets, drywall
  + 0 more
John does amazing, high quality work. He took our damaged, formerly wallpaper walls and transformed them into what looked like new construction at a reasonable price.
Description of Work: Skim coated walls and repaired drywall

Rating CategoryRating 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

joseph P.
12/2014
5.0
drywall, home remodeling
  + 0 more
We were so happy with John's work on the walls that we hired him for a bathroom remodel. He completed the work relatively quickly and we couldn't be happier about the work he did... very high quality. He has a great eye for detail and design. We wanted to do some of the work ourselves to save on the cost. Other contactors wouldn't take the job for that reason. John was willing to work with us and our budget.
Description of Work: Bathroom renovation

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,000

Melinda R.
06/2014
5.0
remodeling, roofing, contractors
  + 1 more
Though this was a rather challenging job, John took on the challenge and fixed everything to code. It looks perfect.
Description of Work: John fixed the decorative dormer on the side of our house.

Rating CategoryRating 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

Michael M.
02/2014
3.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
The primary issues that I had was timeliness of service and lack of communication overall throughout the lengthy process.
Description of Work: .

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0

$9,000

Sharma L.
10/2013
5.0
remodeling, home remodeling
  + 0 more
John is a very nice and personable guy. We were calmed as soon as he came in, as his aura was really great. I had read the reviews on angieslist, thus had preconceived notions, none of which were valid. He does high-end work, which we could tell based on his suggestions and the team he has. Unfortunately, his price was above our budget, but if money was not an issue, we would move out for 2 months and let John have his way with our home. He is very professional, always returned calls, made phone appointements on time, and very well prepared. I would trust to leave him in charge and just want to see the final result. I have recommended him to a few friends and hope that we can help him to get his name circulated in South Florida. He is truly a class-act and we still intend to use his services for our stair project.
Description of Work: John came by on a Sunday, spent over an hour talking with us, finding out our desired 'house personality' and scetched several ideas of how we could make our kitchen more efficient and modern. He also looked into rebuilding and repositioning our stairs.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$17,200

mary S.
10/2013
4.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
New to the area I used Angie's List to locate a local Builder/designer for an estimate . A recent house purchase uncovered a room which was built without appropriate planning permission. I was looking for a builder with a good reputation toaddress this an possibly other remodeling. John's score on Angie's List led me to him. After making an appointment with John (confirmed by email) I was initially disappointed when (at the appointeed time) hedid not turn up.l I phoned him and he admitted that he had forgotten and offered to come out later (the same day) as soon as some office business was taken care of. When he arrived (same evening) he was apologetic, polite and professional. He took his time in making suggestions and reviewing the work which needed to be done. I asked John if he could give me an estimate of the approximate cost which the work would entail. I did not hear from him again. Perhaps the job was too small.?? I am not sure
Description of Work: Assessed propertyfor remodeling

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Kraft Built Inc
Hello. Yes, I did agree to the appointment time, when I was driving. Hence, I did not write it down or get it in my calendar, to remind me of the appt. So, it did slip through the cracks. I was in the middle of an extremely hectic day. In the end, I was 45 minutes late. Last week, I arranged a new office and hired an assistant/office manager to, among many other tasks, answer the phone and help me schedule and organize all appointments. I absolutely despise being late or forgetting. I feel awful when it happens. I don't mean to disrespect anyone or waste a minute of their life by waiting on me. So, again, I am very sorry for that. Finally, I feel like I am getting certain things in place to head that sort of thing off. Starting my business, I have been stuck doing most things on my own. Very difficult. I just hired three people (after some serious trial and error:) that are solid and talented. So, it is good to have help, now. When we met, we talked about many options, possibilities, circumstances and consequences. Your project involves removing and re-building concrete, exterior walls and roofs. At the time of the estimate, I gave you a ballpark figure of what I think you are looking at for one of the options that we had discussed. Frankly, I didn't think that the other prices you were told were very realistic. Nor, did I think that your allowable budget was matching up, well, with what you want to get done. You asked me to send you something in writing, with no confirmed decisions about what exterior walls you are moving or a set of plans from and architect or engineer. I am not willing to guess, in writing, further than what I had already done, without proper plans. I need to see, exactly, what would be involved. I told you that I couldn't do much more without a set of plans. The next move for you was to contact an architect (I recommended one) to get your ideas on paper, so that everyone can bid on the same thing. I am sorry if there was a misunderstanding. I thought that I was pretty clear.

Elaine P.
07/2013
5.0
handyman service, replacement windows, woodworking
  + 1 more
John was excellent. Everybody kept saying, they were too busy, somebody said they would go over but never did, and no one even would go over to look at it. However, when I called John, he said he would go over and that he could fix it and he said he could fix it from the outside, because he went and looked at it otherwise I would have had to go up there because the renters were only moving in a week later. He forgot to put the order in with the window-guy so he took $26 off the bill. I gave him half of the payment of the window and he apologized, he said he forgot to call it in, and said he would do it the next day and he put it in on a Saturday. After it was done, I went up and looked at it and it was great and then I paid him the other half. Nobody even wanted to look at the job but he did, and he did great. It was excellent quality work. He was pretty quick to respond and he was very professional. I need a door on my laundry room and I am going to give him a call and see if he is busy. He told me he does everything.
Description of Work: I used Kraft Built Inc to repair a huge window in my rental home. I have a house in Hollywood, Florida, I don’t live there, I rent it, there is a huge window by the door and twenty inch bar, and there are two small windows below it so that window was cracked with a hole in it and John Kraft fixed it.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$625

Response from Kraft Built Inc
Thanks for the great review! :) When my customers are happy, I'm happy. I am happy to take care of the door for you, as well. I returned your call from the other day. I haven't heard back, yet. I will try to call you, again. TTYS

Francine M.
06/2013
2.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
Immediately from the 1st call this provider sounded disinterested in this job because it was not as 'big' as he normally does. Several calls over a couple of weeks, he never knew who I was always had to remind him, always sounded disinterested., even yawned a couple of times. Eventually received an estimate from him, very low which led me to believe he hadn't researched how much the material would cost (which was actually more than his estimate which included labor) Overall, did not project a professional manner and seemed 'off ' somehow. Would not recommend him.
Description of Work: Gave me an estimate for a job

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
2.0


Response from Kraft Built Inc
Hello, [removed member name]. I am afraid that you may have me, at least, partly confused with someone else. Even though you did not use my services, sadly, you give me a poor rating. This rating can have a negative impact on my business and livelihood. Therefore, I take all of my leads, and ratings very seriously. You should take that into account, as well, before you give an A/A-rated business a 'D'. I feel that your rating of my company is unfair. Certainly, your job was not 'too small'. I never said that or implied that. Gladly, I welcome small jobs, as I do not do huge jobs. Definitely, I do not recall 'yawning' on the phone with you. I am not sure why you would mention something like this in your review. If I did happen to yawn, I am sure I wasn't trying to make it obvious, and I am sure that it was because I was exhausted from working about 16-18 hours a day. I do remember that I duplicated an estimate form on my computer, and your number wound up on another estimate sheet, as a result. So, accidentally, I called your number thinking it was for another job. I corrected the mistake so that it won't happen, again. As well, I had about 8 estimates in progress at that time. Simply, human error as I adjust how I handle the flow of my new 'paperwork' systems. I did tell you that siding isn't my normal sort of job, and that if it was a lot of siding, I would decline the job, as I am not set up to be competitive with it. Since it was repairs on cedar siding, you and I agreed on me giving you a price. For your convenience, I remember coming out to your house on a Sunday. As a result, I could not check the pricing of the siding with local suppliers, that day. So, after driving 45 minutes, one way to you on a Sunday, to look at the work, at no charge to you, I remember knocking on your door with a smile, and you answering the door, barely being cordial, and barely coming out on the porch and pointing at a couple of things, leaving me guessing at most of what I was supposed to be giving you a price on. I had to knock on the door a second time to get you to show me where your part of the building ended, as there were several units attached and it was difficult to tell where they ended, from that outside. Then, you told me that you were managing your neighbors property that was being rented, and they needed the same sort of siding repairs to their unit, as well. You told me that the pieces that were marked by the association had to be replaced. I counted about 40 pieces on each unit. I told you that I had set an allowance (after researching on the internet) of $800 for materials for each unit. My total price, with labor and materials, for each unit was $2000. To this day, I think that this is a reasonable amount for labor and materials. I believe that I could have performed the job at that price. Lastly, I remember calling you to see where you stood with the project or if you had questions, and you told me that you were out of town and hadn't made a decision, yet. I never heard from you, again, until now. Everyone should remember that, unfortunately, free estimates have become an industry courtesy/standard. Contractor's don't owe people a free estimate. They do it as a courtesy to get the work. People should have more appreciation for what is being offered and not be so quick to give a harmful rating. I am not sure why you say that I was unprofessional and that I seemed 'off' to you. You are suggesting that I have mental issues? Honestly, your comments seem a bit malicious to me. I do not feel that I deserve this poor, vague, suggestive, inaccurate review. From the start, I was honest with you about my capabilities and interests. I came and looked at your job when I said that I would, with a smile, on a Sunday. I got the accurate estimate back to you in a timely manner. Apparently, I was extremely competitive with my price. Finally, I made a follow-up phone call to you to see if you had any questions and where you stood with the project. Please, consider rescinding this review. Thanks.

Randy B.
04/2013
5.0
remodeling, home remodeling
  + 0 more
John came out to do an estimate and was very detailed oriented, friendly and professional. He followed through by providing many options,drawings and had great ideas for our project. We have had to put the project on hold due to family illness but based on my experience so far I would highly recommend you consider having John give an estimate . You wil have licensed contractors skilled men and I have no doubt that he will manage the process well from start to finish.
Description of Work: Full kitchen and bathroom remodel with detailed estimate

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$25,000

Response from Kraft Built Inc
Wow! I wasn't expecting this review. Thanks for the great review! :) I am sorry that you have challenging circumstances causing your delay. I understand and, gladly, I will honor the labor estimates and prices for 90 days. As well, I don't expect that the cabinet/material prices should change in that time period. If there is anything I may be able to help you with, please, let me know. I wish you the best and thanks, again. Sincerely, John Kraft

Bhayva L.
03/2013
5.0
custom cabinets, ceramic tile, doors, remodeling, home remodeling, roofing
  + 4 more
The kitchen work was amazing. We had a 70s style kitchen - ceramic walls and countertops, a low roof, small doorway, etc. John used his immense creativity and talent, and opened up the space - raised the ceiling, widened the doors, and created a real, usable breakfast bar. Not only did he do the work, he also helped with the design and purchasing. He also helped select custom cabinets and appliances. His attention to detail helped transform the kitchen. It is now the most loved part of our house. Similarly with the bathrooms - the spaces were unusual and small, and my design was a little crazy. John worked patiently with me in helping to improve the design. As with the kitchen, the workmanship was intricate and meticulous, and the bathrooms look marvelous. On the roof, he was systematic and detail-oriented with respect to discovering and resolving the ventilation issue on the roof and overseeing the roof installation to make sure that it was performed correctly. John made the remodeling process painless taking care of every last detail (including working with plumbers and electricians and other subcontractors). In addition to his excellent workmanship, we were impressed with his politeness, deep knowledge, and degree of cleanliness. Despite all the work going on in the house, there was never a sense of chaos or disorder. Only the best can make it look so easy! I would highly recommend John on any remodeling project. We miss him! Our loss is Florida's gain.
Description of Work: We hired John Kraft to do several separate jobs. Recently, John Kraft informed us that he had moved to Florida and started his new company, Kraft Built, Inc. He mentioned that Angie's List has been a very powerful source of business for his company. So, he asked that I give a review of his work and ethics. Given how wonderful John's work had been for us, it is the least I can do. John remodeled a kitchen, a gym area, and two bathrooms for us. In addition, he oversaw roof installation and ventilation, basement door repair, structural floor repair at kitchen door and several other things, including crawlspace repairs.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100,000

DOUG M.
03/2013
5.0
drywall, remodeling, plastering, roofing, contractors
  + 3 more
John Kraft handled the project with his usual aplomb. He and his team were courteous and tidy, and worked to the highest standards. John is a perfectionist and demands nothing less from his employees. My only disappointment was that, unlike my first project with John in 2008-09, toward the end of this project, John largely moved to his next, leaving his employees to finish my job without very much supervision. They completed it well enough, but a little more input from John at the end would have been nice.
Description of Work: In spring 2010, Kraft Built undertook substantial work on one of my rental properties, the second such building they have done for me. A tenant of 10 years' standing had left the building in poor condition. Most notably, a very severe snow storm the previous year had broken five rafters supporting the flat roof over the master bedroom, resulting in a bad bowing of the ceiling (which the tenants had never mentioned). Because the rubber roof membrane had, surprisingly, survived all this perfectly intact, there was no need to remove it. So the rafters and associated timber were removed by John from the underneath by removing the bowed plaster ceiling in the bedroom, doing all the restoration necessary in the now exposed attic crawl space, and then replacing the inside the ceiling with sheetrock (thus closing off the crawlspace). Additionally, at the back of the brick house, on the second floor, there is a projecting wooden sun room, like a sort of large enclosed balcony. When the house was built in 1912, this sunroom was supported at either side by cantilevered timbers set into the brick of the first floor back wall at a 45 degree angle. Over the years, these timbers had rotted considerably, leading to the sagging of the sunroom (which was slowly but surely pulling away from the house, in other words). John resupported the sunroom by adding a large, vertical 8-by-8 column from the yard to the underside of the sunroom, thus taking most of the weight off the cantilevered timbers. Last, the house's porch was almost completely rotten from water damage. John rebuilt it from top to bottom, including its floor (and the joists beneath it in the basement), the columns and the roof. There was much other cosmetic work too, such as matching and replacing damaged oak floorboards, rebuilding a gorgeous historic staircase that the tenant had smashed, and miscellaneous plastering and painting, etc., along with re-securing to the building a fire escape that had worked its way loose.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$50,000

DOUG M.
03/2013
5.0
doors, remodeling, interior painters, home remodeling, roofing, replacement windows
  + 4 more
John and his team worked incredibly hard for about six weeks, often working seven days a week. Everything he said he'd do, John did. John was always available, either on site or via phone, to explain progress. John's prices were very reasonable. I have no hesitation in recommending Kraft Built, Inc. to Angie's List members.
Description of Work: In fall 2012, Kraft Built rehabbed another of my historic rental properties, the third they have done for me. The building is a three-story, 1890s rowhouse in Baltimore City. As usual, John and his team did a fantastic job. The building had suffered a lot of water damage over the years, necessitating the complete removal, and subsequent replacement, of floors and joists on two levels at the back of the house. Substantial sections of the back exterior wall had to be rebuilt too. All this was handled with great skill. Though he subcontracted the services, John also oversaw (a) the installation of replacement windows and security doors throughout the house and (b) its complete reroofing. There was also much cosmetic work to be done around the 2,600 sq. ft. house (plastering, sheetrocking, painting, cabinet installation, etc.), all of it done most professionally.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$45,000

gloria H.
12/2012
5.0
handyman service, woodworking
  + 0 more
This is the nicest guy! I called John on a Saturday with an emergency cabinet repair and not only did he answer his phone, but he showed up with a smile! Totally professional, well groomed and polite...even my fussy dog liked him! He tackled a challenging job with no complaints and was very fair with his price. We intend to use him again, and have already recommended him to a friend. We are very glad to have met John through Angie's List. Don't hesitate to give him a call! AAA+
Description of Work: Removed Italian cabinetry hardware, and installed a Rev-a-Shelf half moon cabinet insert.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

Jonas S.
01/2011
5.0
ceramic tile, decks, remodeling, hardwood floor, woodworking
  + 3 more
Cutting Edge Remodeling installed the hardwood flooring and matched it very nicely to our other hardwood. They did a great job. They showed up on time.
Description of Work: Cutting Edge Remodeling took out a wall between two rooms to give an open floor plan and built a retaining wall outside. They pulled up ceramic tile and installed hardwood flooring.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Laura D.
09/2010
5.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
He came by and at that time I was still trying to move my staircase so I had to meet with the architect to see if I could move my staircase. He was very responsive and followed up with me. He met with me the same day. He seemed like he was pretty much on top of it. He wasn't pushy. I talked to him but he thought the job was too small and he wasn't interested. I would have him come out in the future for a quote.
Description of Work: We met with Cutting Edge Remodeling for getting some general remodeling done.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

LYNNE Y.
03/2010
5.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
John's team was great: they cleaned up and were generally on time and finished the project to our satisfaction. We had no leaking in our house after the historic snow falls this past winter!!! We would definitely recommend him and use him again.
Description of Work: Complete redo of the exterior of our house: all siding, trim, soffits, entire roof, all windows, and replaced deck flooring. Parts of our floor and house frame had rotted wood and John repaired this, too. Wrapped the entire house in tyvek.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$65,000

DOUG M.
04/2009
5.0
remodeling, home remodeling
  + 0 more
CER is very reliable and responsive to the customer's needs. This was a very, very extensive rehab because 30 years of leaking roof had left the house with very, very severe structural damage. CER took it in their stride and the final result is phenomenal. CER only made two mistakes during the entire period: (a) they tore out a rotten, non-code-compliant staircase before checking to see if the replica could be grandfathered in under the old code regulations and (b) they picked pretty bad painting subcontractors. On the stairway, this was too narrow for modern code compliance and CER took it out before checking to see if the replacement could be similarly narrow (because that was all there was room for). Eventually we got our way, but only after a battle with the city. As for the painters, well, we all make mistakes and I doubt CER will hire them again. As for everything else, it's just about perfection. I was particularly pleased with the kitchen cabinets that CER built from scratch. CER's attention to detail is great and, unlike many contractors, CER actually finishes ALL the items on the end-of-job punchdown list.
Description of Work: Cutting Edge Remodeling (CER) undertook a complete -- and I mean complete, top to bottom -- historical rehab of an 1890 end-of-group Baltimore rowhouse that had been abandoned for about 30 years before I bought it. The house was falling apart. CER did all the demolition and construction work itself, and subcontracted the electrical work, the plumbing work, the reflooring, the roofing, and the painting. The entire project took about 16 months. CER masterfully restored a historic, tin-clad bay window by rebuilding it from the inside, leaving the exterior tin cladding in place (a historic requirement). Likewise, when two-thirds of the second-story floor and joists had to be removed, CER preserved the historic wainscoting in the second-floor bathroom by suspending it from the ceiling while removing the floor and joists under it -- amazing. Without complaining, CER even drove to salvage yards with me as I looked for various antique fixtures.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300,000

LYNNE Y.
05/2007
5.0
drywall, electrician, remodeling, heating & air conditioning/hvac, interior painters, home remodeling, lighting, plumbing, roofing, replacement windows
  + 8 more
CER, John Kraft, completely renovated our rental row house in Baltimore. He performed a miracle on our house and has transformed it from a dump to a beautifully updated, modern space, working with us to create this on our budget. His advice always had our best interests in mind and he was always quick to return frantic calls. His workmanship and eye are fantastic and he completely understood our needs and concerns (i.e. cost and durability). Our project took longer to complete than anticipated, but John was honest in letting us know the reasons for delays. In the end, we got more than we had hoped for and in the long run we will have a great investment property because of his workmanship and attention to detail.
Description of Work: Cutting edge remodeling completely renovated an old row house in Baltimore. Updated all plumbing and electrical, installed HVAC, installed new kitchen, new 1/2 bath, updated old bathroom, installed new drywall throughout the house, installed new lighting, painted all rooms, new rubber roofing, new windows and closed in crawl space. In short, he completely redid our property after a previous contractor abandoned the work and left a huge mess! The work was performed by CER and subcontractors with coordination by CER.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$65,000

LYNNE Y.
05/2007
5.0
drywall, electrician, remodeling, heating & air conditioning/hvac, interior painters, home remodeling, lighting, plumbing, roofing, replacement windows
  + 8 more
CER, John Kraft, completely renovated our rental row house in Baltimore. He performed a miracle on our house and has transformed it from a dump to a beautifully updated, modern space, working with us to create this on our budget. His advice always had our best interests in mind and he was always quick to return frantic calls. His workmanship and eye are fantastic and he completely understood our needs and concerns (i.e. cost and durability). Our project took longer to complete than anticipated, but John was honest in letting us know the reasons for delays. In the end, we got more than we had hoped for and in the long run we will have a great investment property because of his workmanship and attention to detail.
Description of Work: Cutting edge remodeling completely renovated an old row house in Baltimore. Updated all plumbing and electrical, installed HVAC, installed new kitchen, new 1/2 bath, updated old bathroom, installed new drywall throughout the house, installed new lighting, painted all rooms, new rubber roofing, new windows and closed in crawl space. In short, he completely redid our property after a previous contractor abandoned the work and left a huge mess! The work was performed by CER and subcontractors with coordination by CER.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$65,000

HARRY C.
10/2006
2.0
doors, woodworking
  + 0 more
I was disappointed. Decided to call a contractor from Angie's List after a big box store said they could only install steel and not fiberglass doors. Company website states that they do all size jobs including door installation. After several call attempts, finally spoke with John. He stated that the big box store didn't know what they were doing and he could handle it. John provided measurements for me to purchase the doors and after questions arose about his measurements, he wanted to remove existing door molding (for an additional fee) to get a more precise measurement. When questioned about his experience with door installation, he stated that he had done door installs in remodels where he does the framing and wasn't comfortable with working with existing framework. John was to call me back about the other work. I'm still waiting for his call, it has been over a month. Said he was working on things at his own house, so I guess that's what was most important to him.
Description of Work: John was to install two exterior doors, remodel powder room and install crown molding in the living and dining rooms. (estimate: $5000.)

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0


Response from Kraft Built Inc
THIS SMALL INCIDENT WAS YEARS AGO. I EASILY HAD THE SKILL TO INSTALL THE DOOR. AFTER GOING DOWN ONCE (FOR NO CHARGE), I SPENT HOURS SEARCHING (FOR FREE) FOR A DOOR SET THAT WOULD FIT THE EXISTING BRICK OPENING (THE BRICK COMPLICATED THINGS). I WAS TOLD THAT I NEED EXACT MEASUREMENTS TO SEE IF THERE WAS A STOCK MODEL THAT WOULD FIT. THAT IS WHEN I WANTED TO GO AND REMOVE TRIMS TO GET EXACT MEASUREMENTS. I WAITED FOR RETURN CALLS ON DOOR PRICES AND DETAILED MEASUREMENTS, ETC. TIME HAD PASSED AS I SEARCHED AND WAITED. FRANKLY, I HADN'T HEARD ANYTHING FROM THE HOMEOWNER, EITHER. IT WAS WHAT I WOULD CONSIDER A SMALL JOB...AFTER A WHILE, I JUST DECIDED IT WAS BECOMING MORE TROUBLE THAN IT WAS GOING TO BE WORTH. IT SEEMED THAT THINGS WERE POINTING TOWARDS HIM NOT BEING ABLE TO ORDER A PRE-HUNG DOOR ASSEMBLY AND THAT IT WOULD GET INTO A COSTLY CUSTOM FITTED DOOR. HE MADE IT CLEAR THAT THIS WAS NOT IN HIS BUDGET. AS WELL, BY NOT HEARING FROM HIM, I THOUGHT HE GREW IMPATIENT AND MOVED ON. SO, I JUST KIND OF STOPPED PUSHING FOR ANY MORE ANSWERS FROM SUPPLIERS.
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Contact information

8265 Causeway Blvd Suite F, Tampa, FL 33619

http://www.kraftbuilt.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Licensing

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
CGC1521300
Trade License Locale
Florida
Trade License Authority
DBPR
Trade License Expiration
08/31/0026

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
Yes
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
Yes
Use Green Products or Work Practices
No
State Contractor License Requirements

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*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
Cabinet Making,
Closets

FAQ

Kraft Built Inc is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Kraft Built Inc accepts the following forms of payment: Check,CreditCard,Financing Available,PayPal,Zelle
Yes, Kraft Built Inc offers free project estimates.
Yes, Kraft Built Inc offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Kraft Built Inc does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Kraft Built Inc offers emergency services.
Yes, Kraft Built Inc offers warranties.
Kraft Built Inc offers the following services: Florida State Certified General Contractor Florida State Mold Assessor Florida State Mold Remediator

Contact information

8265 Causeway Blvd Suite F, Tampa, FL 33619

http://www.kraftbuilt.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM