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RTK Design Group/Encompass By RTK Design Group

Basement Remodeling, Finished Carpentry and Woodworking, Patios,

About us

RTK Design Group Inc. is a company based on the philosophy of providing superior design innovation, quality, and service. We are an award winning New Jersey Landscape Design firm with 20 years of experience. RTK provides comprehensive landscape and hardscape design and installation as well as consulting services for large and small scale residential and commercial projects. These services include master planning, construction specifications, bid documents and review, site inspection, contract review, natural resource analysis, wetland impact, land use management, and site engineering. In-house expertise is supplemented when necessary by well qualified consultants covering all aspects of design. A successful design is achieved through the combination of innotivation, environmental sensitivity, and responsiveness to our client needs and requirements. All projects receive the careful attention of the company's principle who is responsible for ensuring that the client receives service of the highest professional quality. In addition, it is the conviction of RTK, that, while providing superior design is important, it must be combined with excellent technical competence. Our strong interest in design coupled with our extensive field experience, has led to the realization of many exceptional projects.

Business highlights

Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Landscape Design & Installation, Hardscape Design & Installation, Pools, Decks, Patios, Home Additions, Masonry, Carpentry, Outdoor Lighting

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Amenities

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

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Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.48 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
75%
4
13%
3
0%
2
0%
1
13%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.5
value
4.4
professionalism
4.5
responsiveness
4.5
punctuality
4.6
Showing 1-8 of 8 reviews

Jennifer J.
07/2020
5.0
contractors, decks, landscaping, woodworking, outdoor lighting, patios, swimming pools
  + 5 more
Bob gives you the ultimate experience with back yard design and pools. I can only speak fondly of him and his professionalism. We had a custom designed front facade and a full backyard done, and it is nothing but beautiful. I recommend Bob for his honestly, promptness and keeping his word on what needs to be done.
Description of Work: New front with porch + full finished back yard with Gunite Pool

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
$250,000

Malorie G.
10/2015
5.0
basement remodeling
  + -1 more
We continue to use RTK Designs over and over again as we are constantly making updates and changes to our home and they continue to impress each time. Bob has proven to be both talented and knowledgable in all aspects of design and construction, both indoor and outdoor, and executes our projects flawlessly each time, guiding us through the process with honesty and genuine concern for our best interest. We look forward to working with him and his team again and again.
Description of Work: Designed a custom nursery for our child with elaborate trim, wainscoting and faux painting.

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
$9,000

Malorie G.
03/2014
5.0
home remodeling, basement remodeling
  + 0 more
They were great! We had a wonderful experience with them. We used them multiple times. It was wonderful! They did a great job. They came in right on budget and it was done in a really timely manner. They were very professional, the workers were very knowledgeable, they cleaned up after themselves, and everything was detailed and meticulous. I think they are really knowledgeable and very innovative in their work. They are really honest so there were no surprises.
Description of Work: RTK Design Group/Encompass By RTK Design Group finished our basement and built a bathroom.

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
$120,000

Margaret L.
03/2014
1.0
basement remodeling
  + -1 more
Not well. As I am writing this, the sink installed by Bob Kayes crew is leaking. In the last phone conversation I had with the owner, Bob Kaye, he was livid because the job was taking 7 days instead of 5. His lead man Vic, had an emergency and was not able to work one day. When Vic suggested I give him $500 of the $1300 owed, Bob threatened to charge me an additional $2,000.00. He also threatened to put a lean on my house if I did not pay him in full, although the following work was not completed: -Capping of the microwave vent outside ( a whole was left outside the house) -adjustment of all cabinet doors & hinges -damaged door( buy crew) not installed with handle -molding not installed -grout not matched Bob was angry because my husband was not happy with some of the quality of the work and insisted that errors be fixed. Bob was also angry because he thought my husband made his men put a water filter on on refrigerator line when he just made Vic replace the existing filter which his men took off our main line.He also said we made his men do work not in the contract. Frankly, I did not pay Bob the $1300 for fear of the lean, but he was so angry and enraged, I though he was going to have a heart attack! I just wanted the whole fiasco over with. My husband may be a perfectionist, however, what Bob did was extremely unprofessional. He promised he would send Vic to complete the work, but never did. My husband completed most of it himself.
Description of Work: Contracted for complete kitchen renovation, lab & appliance installation, labor and some materials such as paint, spackle, &sheet rock. Different contractor was hired for electrical.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
2.0

$9,300

Response from RTK Design Group/Encompass By RTK Design Group
In thirty years of business, I can honestly say that this was the most difficult client I have ever worked for. Before we even started the job they tried to renegotiate the price, proceeded to ask for endless extra's for free, husband stood directly over my crews the entire project, and asked them to move the kitchen island 1/16 of an inch. The work that was never completed was all extra's that I refused to do at the end of the project. The electrician that referred us for the project walked off the job due to the difficult nature of these people. The grout on the floor did not match exactly, because the client had us piece in a Ten year old floor. They were looking for a low budget job for free. I could elaborate all day, but I think that the rest of my review describe the kind of company we are. I think it is sad and pathetic that the client's are using Angie's list to be vindictive after I finally said enough is enough. If you would really like to know the kind of people these are, I would be happy to provide you with the phone numbers for the electrician and all of my forman, who refused to work there after the second day.

Malorie G.
08/2013
5.0
hardscaping
  + -1 more
The work is fantastic! I think for us it has been the owners’ knowledge and he is really honest. He really knows what he is talking about and has made us very comfortable. This is our first home and that has been very important to me.
Description of Work: They are currently re-doing the outdoor kitchen in our backyard.

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
$25,000

Erika K.
06/2013
4.0
basement remodeling
  + -1 more
There were a couple things that happened when they were finished. RTK took care of all compliance issue in regards to permits. Any issues we had after the fact such as accidentally cutting the doorbell and disconnecting the cable have been corrected.
Description of Work: They finished the basement, insulated the floor and created divisions between between the laundry room and utility room. They installed all the flooring and lighting in the newly refinished basement as well.

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

Josh F.
10/2012
5.0
masonry, woodworking, basement remodeling
  + 1 more
I discovered RTK Design Group after the owner, Bob Kaye, completely gutted and refinished our best friend's basement, which blew us away and both inspired us to finally pull the trigger on our own home and work with the company that transformed their house. We contracted Bob to rip out our master bath and a second full bath in our basement and design and build us two brand new bathrooms. The result was more than we could have ever asked for, I honestly feel as though RTK's work has changed the look and feel of our entire home. Bob was so up front and straight forward from the beginning and gave us everything we imagined, his plans & estimates gave us a few different options and we were able to create our dream without compromising on price or product. We hand picked everything from the shower tile to the faucets to the vanity mirrors and he talked us through all of it to make the experience exciting and easy. His experience and innate talent are apparent and his team was both efficient and flawless. I am thrilled with the outcome and would work with RTK Design Group again and again.
Description of Work: Design Bathrooms Gut Bathrooms Built Custom Cabinetry Built Custom Vanities Source Tile Source Hardware Source Lighting Install Full Bathrooms

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
$14,000

Malorie G.
09/2012
5.0
decks, landscaping, masonry, remodeling, pavers, gravel, woodworking, home remodeling, hardscaping, basement remodeling, outdoor lighting, patios
  + 9 more
After moving in to a brand new home with no landscaping and an unfinished basement, we contracted RTK Design Group to do a complete landscape design & installation including front yard, back yard, custom outdoor kitchen, patio and fire pit as well as a custom finished basement complete with a full wet bar and creation of a full bathroom. We also required design and installation of a built-in wall unit across our family room wall as well as the sourcing of patio furniture for both our front porch and back yard. RTK wildly surpassed our expectations, designing and executing each space to our exact specifications and making every dream become a reality. Bob Kaye walked us through each step of the process from conceptualization and design to choosing the perfect stones, tiles, moldings, outdoor appliances, patio furniture, the list goes on and on. It was most important to us to be able to choose one designer that we knew would handle all of our needs, from concept to construction, both indoor and out, which is not an easy task, and Bob managed not only to do so with ease, a wealth of knowledge, impeccable taste and an incredible team, but remained true to his word every step of the way from price and quality to time line and of course final outcome. Every inch of our yard and basement are phenomenal and our friends and family are blown away every time they pull up to the house and walk through the door. We received countless pitches and price quotes and while Bob was not necessarily the cheapest, nor the most expensive, we had a great feeling about him and his company from the beginning and he absolutely proved that you get what you pay for and you should always go with your gut. We could not be happier with our choice and the work of RTK design group and would recommend and use them over and over again, as we plan to do with each improvement and addition to our home moving forward.
Description of Work: Front Yard Landscape Design and Install Back Yard Landscape Design and Install Custom Outdoor Kitchen Design and Install Outdoor Fire Pit Custom Travertine Patio Fence Custom Built-In Wall Unit in Family Room Design & Install to Finish Basement with Multiple Rooms, Closets & Wet Bar Design & Install Full Bathroom in Basement

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
$130,000

    Contact information

    99 North Main Street, Marlboro, NJ 07746

    http://www.rtkdesigngroup.com

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    Closed
    Monday:
    7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Thursday:
    7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Friday:
    7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Saturday:
    Closed

    Licensing

    Bonded

    Insured
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    Service Categories

    Basement Remodeling,
    Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
    Patios,
    Landscaping - Lighting,
    Pavers and Hardscaping,
    Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
    Masonry,
    Landscaping,
    Decks and Porches,
    Pool Sales Construction and Installation,
    Stone and Gravel,
    General Remodeling

    FAQ

    RTK Design Group/Encompass By RTK Design Group is currently rated 4.4 overall out of 5.

    Sunday: Closed

    Monday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    Thursday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    Friday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    Saturday: Closed

    RTK Design Group/Encompass By RTK Design Group accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,PayPal,Visa
    No, RTK Design Group/Encompass By RTK Design Group does not offer free project estimates.
    No, RTK Design Group/Encompass By RTK Design Group does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, RTK Design Group/Encompass By RTK Design Group does not offer a senior discount.
    Yes, RTK Design Group/Encompass By RTK Design Group offers emergency services.
    No, RTK Design Group/Encompass By RTK Design Group does not offer warranties.
    RTK Design Group/Encompass By RTK Design Group offers the following services: Landscape Design & Installation, Hardscape Design & Installation, Pools, Decks, Patios, Home Additions, Masonry, Carpentry, Outdoor Lighting
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    Contact information

    99 North Main Street, Marlboro, NJ 07746

    http://www.rtkdesigngroup.com

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    Closed
    Monday:
    7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Thursday:
    7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Friday:
    7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Saturday:
    Closed