ALTERNATE CONTACT: RAE PERSON & EMAIL: RAEANDROSE@KC.RR.COM. Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist
Business highlights
26 years of trusted experience
Services we offer
Design/Build remodeling, design company offering complete services, Kitchens and bath remodeling, room additions and lower level finish, NARI and KCH&G Award Winners.
The project went very well. Rae and Rose were great to work with and RARE's craftsmen were excellent. It was clear that the firm and principals had extensive experience. Rose made sure we had high quality options for appliances, plumbing supplies, and decorating.
Description of Work: Kitchen and general remodeling. Cabinets were refinished and range hood installed. Most applicances were replaced.
Rating Category
Rating 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
LORETTE S.
07/2009
2.0
home remodeling
+ -1 more
Invoices were incorrect, the cabinetmaker they used on my kitchen was someone they'd not used before and he made a lot of mistakes, the workers scratched my new stainless steel before the project was even completed, we were given incorrect directions for work we performed, the owner was rude, condescending, demanding, very unprofessional, and incorrect in the information she imparted. She made several promises which were not kept. She was consistently late for appointments and just a general nightmare! She told me, "You're going to hate me during this process" and she was right!
Description of Work: The kitchen was gutted, new foundation, electric were installed, custom cabinetry was designed and installed, new tile flooring was laid, new doors and windows were installed, as well as new applicances and granite countertop were installed.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
3.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
$60,000
DANIEL M.
11/2006
2.0
concrete repair, decks
+ 0 more
The project did not proceed beyond the initial planning stages. The information provided was not adequate in that we could not discern the cost breakout for services and materials. The plans never proceeded beyond preliminary sketches. The initial payment was to start work through the design phase, however, because the quality of the planning documents were poor we requested additional detail. The Contractor was not responsive to our requests and have not made an effort to contact us or discuss the failure.
Description of Work: Provided preliminary plans for remodeling porch and repairing foundation. Product provided included preliminary conceptual drawings, draft specification, and cost estimate.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
2.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
2.0
$2,500
Response from RARE Construction Inc
June 1, 2009: I was shocked and dismayed to find this report on Angie’s list. At the time this report was submitted RARE Construction was not a member and did not subscribe to or use Angie’s list to solicit business. We recently joined Angie’s list and only then did we find this report. This customer signed a non-refundable contract to begin the project of $2, 500. The amount was to be applied to the cost of the total project. RARE’s designer, contractor and engineer made up a complete set of drawings, specifications and a total itemized bid which we were never able to deliver. We attempted numerous times to contact the customer within three weeks of the first meeting to deliver the proposal and the customer did not return phone calls or answer their door, or respond to notes left at the home. This project consisted of converting an existing screened-in porch to a three season room. The porch was full of furniture, boxes and etc. We asked the client to begin removing items from the space so we could properly see the floor condition and other important interior details. This was never accomplished in that three week period. Member stated his feeling that RARE Construction was not capable of performing this work because we are “certified in kitchen and bath remodeling”. We do hold that certification, but our company also builds multi-story room additions, performs light commercial work and has consistently won major design and remodeling awards. I am very concerned that he wrote this review, as the true client was a woman. She owned the house and signed the contract. I am uncertain of their actual relationship. I have driven by the house and there has been no remodeling done on this project at this time. We will be calling and then writing a certified letter to her to see if we can bring resolution, even at this late date, to the situation. RARE Construction has a great reputation in Kansas City. We are a family business, my husband Rae is the contractor and has an engineering background. I am the designer and as partners in the business I also handle marketing and administration for the company. We invite anyone who reads this response to visit our website and review our work. We are happy to provide the names of customers who have done business with us for more than ten years, calling us back time and again to do their major and minor remodeling work and repairs. Respectfully submitted, Rose Middleton Certified Kitchen and Bath Remodeler Vice President, RARE Construction, Inc.
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Service Categories
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
General Remodeling,
Decks and Porches,
Concrete Pouring and Repair,
Architects
FAQ
RARE Construction Inc is currently rated 3 overall out of 5.
Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
RARE Construction Inc accepts the following forms of payment: Check
Yes, RARE Construction Inc offers free project estimates.
No, RARE Construction Inc does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, RARE Construction Inc does not offer a senior discount.
No, RARE Construction Inc does not offer emergency services.
No, RARE Construction Inc does not offer warranties.
RARE Construction Inc offers the following services: Design/Build remodeling, design company offering complete services, Kitchens and bath remodeling, room additions and lower level finish, NARI and KCH&G Award Winners.