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We contacted a large number of contractors (8 to 10) and had in-person interviews with many of them. We were very impressed with Billy from the beginning of the process and we are thankful to have been able to work with him on our renovation. Our goals were to find a Contractor who was experienced in all aspects of construction, was easy to communicate with, and most importantly would be open to allowing us to do sweat equity where we could to maximize our budget. Billy stood out from the pack of other contractors because of his experience in building homes (not just doing renovations), his openness to allowing us to be hands on, and his friendly and genuine demeanor. We designed the renovation ourselves and Billy was extremely supportive to us by way of rough estimates that allowed us to adjust the scope of the project to match our budget. Once we finalized our design decisions, Billy was quick to get his subcontractors on the job and we made quick progress with getting the project completed. We felt good with all of his crews that were on the job. We were extremely impressed with his carpentry crew (Yo Yo is the lead) and his mason crew (Jayford is the lead), as they took on the unique challenges that some of our design details presented. Billy was very transparent with his billing, giving us all receipts and working in a very fair manner. We liked how he would make draws as he went, but only after the work was complete, unlike some contractors who required large percentages in advance. We are very happy with how our renovation turned out and very appreciative of Billy’s skills to get us there while working with us.

I did not end up using Mr. Vaughan for reasons completely unconnected to him, his estimate, or my faith in the work he would do. He is an absolute professional. His estimate was thorough, his personality excellent, his responsiveness absolutely beyond reproach. He was always available by phone throughout the estimate process and was responsive to phone messages. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone looking for a gentleman and a professional.

So far, I’ve had a really pleasant experience. The owner is knowledgeable, and he’s been very responsive. I look forward to receiving his bid.

Working with Billy was a pleasant experience. He and his crew were very professional and did a great job installing the french doors. The great room was very dark and we wanted to have a view of the pool and professional landscaping outside. Billy was able to work me into his schedule before the landscapers came out to put in the hardscape patio along the back of the house. Overall, I am very happy with the work Billy and his crew perfomed. The reason I gave them a lower grade for price is because the original estimate was approximately $3800 ($4000 with a $200 discount for angie's list)... unfortunately, the bill I received once the project was for $4700 (not including the $300 I paid for the door hardware and exterior light). I would use Billy again in the future, however, I would make sure there was better communication regarding costs.

I requested this inspection as part of the process when I was preparing my home for sale. In today's market, it's best to have everything tip-top so there are no questions in a buyer's mind that everything is okay. In addition to updating with new carpet, new paint, etc. I decided to have the crawlspace inspected. This is an area that has always concerned me as I have had lots of plumbing problems in other houses and now live in fear of leaks, drips, etc. I didn't want to find out from a buyer's inspector that there was a problem that might jeopardize the sale. Billy was prompt, courteous, and very thorough in his inspection. His report was detailed and contained lots of photos of both what was right as well as items that needed attention. I was very satisfied with his services. As it turns out, I actually had a problem that could have become quite expensive if it had not been caught in time. As part of my property updates, I had just replaced a downstairs toilet. Well, it turns out that the wax ring didn't seat properly and there was a minor leak around the drain. Billy pointed this out and I was able to address immediately, before any damage was done. Had this continued, it could have led to water damage and rot, not to mention scaring off a potential buyer. He also noted that I needed to replace insulation hangers for some of my insulation that was drooping underneath. Now I can rest assured that if I ever get a buyer, there won't be anything to jeopardize the sale.

We found Billy Vaughan's company via Angie's List and chose him based on the favorable reviews that were posted. The entire experience with Billy and his team was excellent. I cannot speak highly enough of him and the approach he takes as a contractor. He is extremely honest, courteous, and professional. These qualities are also present in his project manager (Mike) who is extremely talented and performs many of the work tasks himself (Mike constructed our built-ins, installed all trim work, helped with framing, etc.). We also noticed that members of the various subcontractor crews also spoke very highly of Billy, from the carpet guys, to the tile guys, to the surveyors, all agreeing that he was one of the best, most honest guys in this business. Billy works on a "cost-plus" contracting basis meaning that the cost of the job is simply the cost of raw materials and labor plus his contractor fee (i.e., profit). Four invoices were prepared throughout the project and each one documented (via receipts and other documents) the expenses he incurred for the project down to the penny. There are no hidden costs this way. With this documentation, we were able to track where we stood in terms of budgeted (from Billy's initial estimate) versus actual costs for every component of the project. For nearly ALL project components, Billy's overall cost came in at or under (sometimes significantly so) his initial estimate, which brings me to another praise for VBR: many contractors present "low-ball" initial estimates to get potential clients excited about the project and financially committed, and then later find things here and there that were "unexpected" and lead to higher costs. Billy takes the exact opposite approach, which is much more responsible and in the best interest of the homeowner. His estimates present the "worst-case" scenario for each item so that the homeowner can be relatively assured that the cost will not be MORE than the estimate. Along the way we enjoyed getting to know Billy, Mike, and some of the subcontractors that came through the house. Again, I highly recommend VBR if you are thinking about any remodeling or home addition project.

I got Vaughan Builders from Angies List. I contacted Billy Vaughan and was impressed with him from the onset. He was always responsive. If I couldn't reach him by phone, he promptly returned calls. He was very knowledgeable and had many ideas to deliver what I needed while saving money. He met with me at the proposed tanning salon site several times. He was always good natured and friendly. His bid for the work was very fair. Eventually, problems with the landlord prevented the construction of the salon. Still, he regularly called me to keep updated and to encourage me. Judging from what I know of his work, I know he would have done a stellar job. If I have the opportunity to use Vaughan Builders in the future, I'll do so in a heartbeat!

Billy and his crew were very helpful and courteous. They were very careful with existing siding and other materials. Installed new windows and properly sealed around them. Replaced the siding and everything looks great. Highly recommended.

Excellent job! Billy Vaughan and his crew arrived on time (a bit early actually) and were very friendly and professional. The work was very high quality. Instead of replacing the door they were able to repair it and did an excellent job. Good job on cleanup.

When you walked on it you actually lost your balance. We hired a structural engineer to inspect and locate the area needing repair. After contacting many contractors, many of them did not return phone calls or were not sure how they were fix the area(s) We called Vaughan Building and Remoldeling. Mr. Vaughan came by and after reviewing the engineers report was able to come to our rescue. Mr. Vaughan was with us every step of the way. Extremely professional and cost of repair was very reasonable. We finally have a hall/kitchen floor we can walk on without loosing our balance. Awesome Awesome company. Give Mr. Vaughan and his team a try you want be disappointed.

Mr. Vaughan is very nice and professional. Mr. Vaughan is there for his clients. Would use his company again.

Work was done quickly and professionally. Workers showed up on time and were very friendly and efficient. They took extra care to avoid making unnecessary mess when removing the ceiling section. Despite the fact that we learned that our house had some unusual construction elements, they were able to move the light and patch the ceiling perfectly. Work on the 3 dormer windows went fine and all siding was replaced just like new.