We are a family owned company. We have been in the building/renovation industry for the past 20 years. We are personable, honest, and are here to get the best deal for the homeowner. We specialize in remodels, flooring, trim, cabinets, and all home repairs.
Business highlights
15 years of trusted experience
Services we offer
We have been builders for 20+ years, and I can build anything you have a creative mind to build. Decks, gazebos, pergolas, custom fences--4x4 posts and concrete in every hole, 2x4 for the backrails, every fence is built custom.Tile work, finish basements, home renovations, drywall, flooring, brickmolding, door installations. Not much we are limited to.
Description of Work: I did not have the work done. I was out of town a lot during the time of the coupon and it expired
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
Linda N.
05/2015
5.0
woodworking
 + -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
$199
Kurt K.
05/2015
5.0
interior painters, woodworking
 + 0 more
Very good work.
Description of Work: Paint 2 rooms
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
$200
Omar K.
03/2015
5.0
woodworking
 + -1 more
n/a
Description of Work: no work done
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
Andrew B.
01/2015
1.0
woodworking
 + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: I tried numerous times to get a hold of provider, and was told they were backed up and it would be several months before anyone could get back to me. And then they never called back.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
Nancy W.
01/2015
4.0
woodworking
 + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Once again this is for four walls only. I guess I consider one room, one complete room including ceiling and trim. Three men came and worked consistently for half a day. I supplied the paint. I was not pleased with one patch job, but never had the opportunity to call them-my fault, not theirs. I would use them again.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
Charisse E.
06/2014
2.0
remodeling
 + -1 more
I scheduled for the crown molding to be installed on June 12, 2014 at 9:00 a.m. During the initial scheduling, the owner's wife mentioned that her husband might show up between 8:00 and 9:00 a.m. because of traffic. I told her that was fine. On the morning of June 12th, I was up and ready at 8:00 just in case, the installer would be early. Unfortunately, at 9:00, no one was here and no one from the company called. Finally at 9:26, I called AKRC to ask if they were having directional problems getting to my home. She told me that her husband was running behind schedule due to the fact that he had to go to another job before coming to my home. I asked her how much longer and she indicated it would be about another half-hour. At approximately 10:19, I called Angie's List customer service, since this was my first time using this service, to ask for some assistance/guidance. While on the phone with the customer service representative, the owner had called and left me a message asking for a return call. I called the office and left a message indicating that today was not going to work due to the lateness. The wife returned the call and said that her husband was still running behind schedule. I told her that I would need to reschedule. She told me that she would call her husband to see where he was and how long he was going to be. Her husband, aka, the owner/installer, called me to tell me he was having problems getting the crown molding from the warehouse and he couldn't guarantee that he would be at my home in the next 45 minutes since he was still in Cumming and I'm in Duluth, GA. I then asked him how long of a process is the installation. He told me probably three hours. I told him that would work if they could be done in three hours. He said he would be there at noon. At around 11:21, he called me back to tell me that he didn't want to be rushed getting the job done with this humidity and would like to reschedule. I told him that I would call his wife to reschedule. However, I have decided that rescheduling is probably not the best course of action for me to take. My overall impression is that I wasn't important enough for the company to have the supplies on hand; I wasn't important enough for the company to call me at 9:00 to indicate there was a problem about being on time; I wasn't important enough for them to show up and do the job after they said they were going to do the job. Every customer is important and should be treated as such; no customers equals no business. Thank you for your prompt assistance in this refund process.
Description of Work: .
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
$249
Response from akrc
AKRC contacted customer about getting materials from wholesaler (waiting at warehouse for the truck to come deliver). Running the coupon that she had purchased, we typically do have the materials on hand, however, the wholesaler being out of the product is out of our control. The temperature was 80+ degrees with high humidity and the paint is not receptive to the humidity in allowing it to dry properly and be properly installed in a rushed process. AKRC explained this to the customer. He was taking her time and project into consideration, explaining he did not want to be rushed through her job and wanted it be done properly and to her satisfaction, hence, needing to reschedule.
Karen K.
06/2014
4.0
fencing, woodworking
 + 0 more
It went well. Provider was responsive to my concerns.
Description of Work: Repaired fence
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
Response from akrc
Thank you for your business [member name removed]!
Timothy W.
06/2014
5.0
handyman service, woodworking
 + 0 more
These guys are awesome no doubt. Friendly and professional these guys will tell you the truth about what needs to be done and then will do it for a great price. They will go and either help you pick out the materials you need or they will go pick it up themselves. I am having them come back this week to do more work and will continue to use them for as long as I need stuff fixed on my house.
Description of Work: Fixed some wood paneling on my roof, replaced my security lights, fixed some base boards in my house, fixed the kitchen sink and replaced the flooring of the kitchen cabinet, added some braces for a kitchen counter so it did not sag anymore, installed a drop in stove and made it look great.
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
$100
Response from akrc
Thank you for the awesome review! It was a pleasure doing business with you and thank you for the additional work. Please don't hesitate to call with any future projects!!
Donna E.
05/2014
1.0
handyman service
 + -1 more
Scheduled appointment for the 28th. They were to remove the wallpaper and do painting in the home. On Wednesday no one showed up. Called them periodically and they stated he was on his way. They kept giving a different time. They then said they would be there waited 1/12 hours no response or call back. They then wanted to reschedule. I allowed them to do so. They came on thursday. They were late on Thursday. Three of the workers arrived. When they arrived two of them worked for an hour while the owner left to get a steamer to take off the wallpaper. He was not prepared for the job. He then stated that he had a deal for us and talked to us about how he had a cash job and another job to do. That he would leave the one worker and then come back tomorrow and do the rest of the job and would even do a little more time due to the inconvience they would make sure the job was completed meaning the painting of the three bathrooms and kitchen. The one worker worked for 8 hours. They asked if they could come the next afternoon. I let him know that we did not have that next afternoon available. He said he would be there in the morning. They came late the second day (today) they did not arrive until 10:45 they called and said they were going to breakfast so would be late. I also learned that the gentleman that stayed was new to this work and a day laborer. They painted two ceilings and left again. He stated that I was going to give him a bad review anyway so he left without finishing the job.
Description of Work: Big deal
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
5.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
$499
Response from akrc
AKRC showed up to the job with 3 workers on 5/29. 3 men from 10am-1pm=9 hours. 1 man for an additional 6.5 hours=6.5 hours. AKRC returned on 5/30 with 2 workers. 2 men from 10:30am-12:30pm=4 hours. Grand total of hours completed for homeowner =19.5 hours. The Big Deal coupon that you purchased was for 16 man hours. Here's the Deal that was purchased on 5/8/2014: *$499 for sixteen labor hours of skilled handyman, interior or exterior painting, drywall or plaster repair, or wallpaper removal services (could be two workers for eight hours each; four workers for four hours each, etc) *Some examples of projects this Deal can be used for include painting, hanging pictures or shelving, repairing or replacing drywall, removing wallpaper *Additional labor hours needed over the first sixteen hours will be available at a discounted rate of $40/hour The initial conversation with homeowner was for the removal of wallpaper in (1) small bathroom and a single wall in the kitchen as well as a partial wall above the cabinets and painting of the bathroom and kitchen wall as time allowed. AKRC removed wallpaper in (3) large bathrooms and the entire kitchen and painted (2) ceilings. AKRC did work that was above and beyond what we were contracted for, as well as additional man hours that we did not charge the homeowner the additional discounted hourly rate of $40/hr stated in the deal that was purchased and agreed upon. We would like to thank you for the opportunity to work with you as well as the before/after pictures to add to our company portfolio. Thank you, AKRC Team
Bill C.
05/2014
2.0
remodeling
 + -1 more
He was a nice guy but seems to be a little overloaded on work. He was hard to get in touch with.
Description of Work: I purchased the deal for 4 hours of wood rot restoration or repair.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
$149
Katrina E.
05/2014
5.0
decks, handyman service, siding, deck cleaning, woodworking, foundation repair
 + 4 more
I got a couple quotes from others but decided to go with this company because they had a reasonable price and were easy to get ahold of and talk to about the work needing to be done. I trusted them, they were honest people. They were able to do a variety of work that needed to be done and knock out several small items so I didn't have to hire different companies to do the different repairs. They got started and completed the work in a reasonable amount of time. They came back a couple times to finish up repairs. It was also great that they had a license for the work being done. They wrote out a detailed invoice that listed exactly what they had done for my own records and to show to the original inspector. Overall they were great to work with and I would hire them again!
Description of Work: They did various items from an inspector's list mainly deck repairs including installing joist hangers, adding supplement brace, installing diagonal brace, replace loose siding, replace trim, install furnace vent, shored up foundation slab, brace deck to building.
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
$800
Response from akrc
Thank you for calling us to get the inspection list knocked out for you. Appreciate the business! Please call us for future repairs. Thank you, AKRC Team
Katherine W.
05/2014
1.0
remodeling, woodworking
 + 0 more
It hasn't gone anywhere. The one time they showed up to take a look at our problem areas we asked for quotes on installation of crown molding and if they knew anyone that did interior painting. To date AKRC has not giving us a quote for the crown molding and twice they have given us date and time of when they will do the work but they never show up and our last phone call was not returned. 5/19/2014 The AKRC representative I spoke with was unapologetic and merely provided excuses, my favorite was that they were too busy due to the Angie's List special, the one we purchased. They are so busy they want to piecemeal the work so it looks as if they are getting everyone taken care of. It's just an illusion. Anyway it's all a moot point since the representative didn't care for my truthful review. "After receiving your review today on Angies List, I think it is in the best interest of us both if we part ways, you contact them (Angie's List) for a refund and hire someone else." She fails to add this to her response below.
Description of Work: Nothing. They never show up when promised and now they are not returning our calls.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
$149
Response from akrc
I contacted [member name removed] personally and tried resolving the issue. I apologized for needing to reschedule due to rain that we had last week. After being unable to please her, I then received a phone call from her husband and have an appointment for Wednesday of this week to take care of their project. We did provide him an estimate of the additional cost of their project that is above the coupon price when we initially went and assessed the job.
Judith G.
05/2014
4.0
remodeling
 + -1 more
A couple of honest mistakes/miscommunications regarding scheduling resulted in not being able to schedule a compatible time. Overall, they were courteous and replied to my emails promptly. I probably would have waited, because of their A rating, but I ordered for my son's home and timing was an issue for him was unable to wait any longer and found someone else to do the work.
Description of Work: .
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$149
Response from akrc
I apologize that things didn't work out to get the project done at your sons home. Please call us if you have any future projects that you would like completed! Thank you, AKRC
Denise H.
05/2014
5.0
roofing, woodworking
 + 0 more
I felt very glad to know that I did not have a problem and that they did not do work that was not needed.
Description of Work: Three very professionals arrived exactly on time, inspected my eaves and determined that what I thought was rot was not and did not charge me for something not needed.
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
$149
Response from akrc
Thank you for the business! Call us with any issues or future projects! Thank you, AKRC
Description of Work: After running into a few bumps due to our schedules we finally got it together. Aaron and Doug(?) changed the door frame, sealed all the newly installed parts, adjusted the level of the door so it would close and open with ease, and painted the parts white to match the rest of the door. Excellent work, true professionals and on time. I would absolutely recommend them and have done so to friends and neighbors.
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
$149
Response from akrc
Thank you for the business and the recommendations! We enjoyed working with you. Please call us for any future projects, Aaron and Greg will be out to take care of you! Thank you again, AKRC
Dottie S.
04/2014
5.0
decks, fencing, roofing, woodworking, house painters
 + 3 more
Arrived promptly on the agreed date and time. I explained what needed to be done and he and his partner got right to work. They worked the 4 hours that I had purchased through Angie's List and said they would return the following morning to finish up. They showed up on time, as promised. They worked another couple of hours, cleaned up, and left. I'm very satisfied.
Description of Work: Replaced a load-bearing front porch post that had rotted and replaced rotted soffit and constructed a small gate for the top of the porch steps. Painted all.
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
$300
Response from akrc
thank you for the extra work! We enjoyed working with you and are glad that you were/are satisfied! Please call us for any future projects that you may have. Thank you, AKRC
Megen B.
04/2014
5.0
handyman service, woodworking, interior painters
 + 1 more
Bought a coupon for 3 hours of home improvement. Aaron and his associate were here when promised and did the work as promised, which was replacing some rotten boards and patching some holes on the exterior of the house prior to having it painted. He/they were polite, professional and did a great job. I would not hesitate to recommend them or use them again.
Description of Work: Exterior home repair.
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
$149
Response from akrc
Thank you for the review and the work! Please call us with any future projects that you may have! Thanks again, AKRC
Linda F.
04/2014
1.0
handyman service
 + -1 more
This was scheduled for Monday, March 31st at noon. He sent me an email at 11am stating a family member went into the hospital the day before and he couldn't make it. We rescheduled for today, April 7th at noon. He shows up a little late, looks at the problem, comes with nothing (no tools) and says he has to go buy weather striping and that he'll be back at 1:30. I get a voicemail at 2:25p stating the he won't be able to do it so he suggests I get a refund. No respect of my time. All around unprofessional.
Description of Work: I purchased $99 for 3 hours of handyman service.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
$99
Response from akrc
Owner of AKRC recently had twins and was indeed in the hospital ( high risk pregnancy). we responded with truck loaded with toolbes and asked to fix a draft that we or the the homeowner could not find and also a window draft that we nor the homeowner could show or prove at the time.....AKRC was then asked to reseal factory windows to factory grade without any proof of any window draft...we didnt want to charge customer for unwanted or unnecissary repairs and suggested a refund. we apologize for any inconvienance this may have caused. Sincerly, AKRC Home Improvement
Angela O.
04/2014
5.0
electrician, handyman service, lighting
 + 1 more
Aaron provided excellent customer service. He performed all of the tasks on the list. I was pleased with the quality and his professionalism. He was very easy going and I didn't feel like he was there to sell me extra services.
Description of Work: Aaron, the owner of AKRC Improvement, came out to my home after I purchased an Angie's list big deal. During the scheduling process, Aaron was very responsive via the Angie's list email service. He came promptly to my home the day of the service ready to work. He quickly started on my "honey do" list which included installing a new lighting fixture in a bath, installing a new kitchen faucet, changing out very hard to reach light bulbs and air filters. I was very pleased with the quality of the work. I plan to have Aaron back in mid-May to install some built-in shelving.
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
$99
Response from akrc
Thank you for the review and allowing us to complete your project! Please call with any projects that you have on your "honey do" list! Thank you, AKRC
Joel R.
03/2014
1.0
handyman service
 + -1 more
We spoke March 16 and made an appt for Saturday, so I drove an hour and a half to accomodate him. He didn’t call or show up. I got his email Saturday night, and he said he didn't have my phone number and he'd had car trouble. I thought I'd given it to him or that it would be saved in his cell from when I called him. I called again Monday morning and have not heard back.
Description of Work: I wanted to use him for a few day's work for miscellaneous repairs and maybe some painting.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
$99
Response from akrc
[removed member name], we actually contacted you twice via email. our apologies for an misunderstandings. we didnt have your contact cellphone number but we did indeed email you 24 hours prior to inform you of our delay, also we mentioned that your job was 60 miles out of our service area but we would do our best to still accomodate your project needs. But again we do apologize for any miscommunications.We did i.ndeed inform you 24 prior(via email no contact phone numbet). Our customets time is valuable and we respect our customers time. Sincerly, AKRC Home Improvement
Aaron was extremely responsive from the moment I contacted him through the completion of the job. He had great attention to detail and did a fantastic job. I really appreciated his follow up and sincere concern that I was happy with the service provided. I would definitely recommend him and will call on him again in the future. It was refreshing to do business with someone with such integrity and someone you felt completely comfortable and confident in.
Description of Work: Replaced support column and trim on front porch, built new double fence gate and replaced all pickets from gate to house and reattached fascia on roof line.
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
Response from akrc
Thank you for allowing AKRC to complete your projects! Please don't hesitate to call with any future projects! Thank you, AKRC
william P.
12/2013
5.0
woodworking
 + -1 more
My experience was awesome. I left a message and he responded almost immediately to my calls. He cam out the same sday for estimate. He came out the next morning 8 and he was promp and on time. Stayed on proj all day until it was complete, even went back to HD to get different wood I had changed my mind but he gladly went back to home depot. window seat looks great its werll constructed, he was at my home for 10+ hours working straight through the job. He asked my opinion Every step of the way on even the smallest details.
Description of Work: He built a window seat for me in my kitchen area.
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
$400
Carl E.
05/2013
5.0
custom cabinets, countertops, remodeling, woodworking, home remodeling
 + 3 more
Aaron and his wife Verena showed up on time and worked getting the cabinets in place. this was not an easy matter as our kitchen plans changed throughout the installation. Whatever problems appeared Aaron and Verena were able to over come. I cannot tell you how please I was with his straight forward approach and honest replies. I never was concerned about the outcome as I knew he would come back as often as I needed and I plan on calling him back in the future. Worth every dime I paid him, wish I could say the same for the plumber I hired but that a different story.
Description of Work: Installed kitchen cabinets and built box for extended counter top
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
$800
Response from akrc
It was a pleasure working with y'all. Please don't hesitate to call in the future. Thank you again.
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Service Categories
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
Interior Painting,
General Remodeling,
Handyman Services,
Fencing,
Exterior Painting,
Decks and Porches,
Fencing Driveway Gates,
Doors,
Deck Maintenance,
Roofing,
Drywall
FAQ
akrc is currently rated 3.8 overall out of 5.
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
akrc accepts the following forms of payment: Check,PayPal
Yes, akrc offers free project estimates.
No, akrc does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, akrc does not offer a senior discount.
No, akrc does not offer emergency services.
No, akrc does not offer warranties.
akrc offers the following services: We have been builders for 20+ years, and I can build anything you have a creative mind to build. Decks, gazebos, pergolas, custom fences--4x4 posts and concrete in every hole, 2x4 for the backrails, every fence is built custom.Tile work, finish basements, home renovations, drywall, flooring, brickmolding, door installations. Not much we are limited to.