Marks-Woods Construction Services, LLC

General Remodeling, Kitchen and Bath Remodeling, Basement Remodeling,

About us

Marks-Woods Construction Services is a full service general contractor serving Virginia and Washington, DC located in Historic Old Town Alexandria, VA. We have a complete array of services and project types to serve our diverse clientele, including residential and commercial construction. Teamwork is emphasized in our project management style. MW strives for positive collaboration with our clients to achieve all project goals. Customer service and successful communication contribute to our high percentage of repeat clients. Our service is what separates us from our competition. Our company's growth has been consistent, yet conservative by design. MW carefully selects projects that match our resources and skill set to ensure jobs are completed successfully, within budget, and on schedule. MW provides premium quality at a competitive cost with proven reliable performance, while maintaining a safe work environment. MW self performs the majority of its work, rather than using subcontractors. This allows MW to pass along significant cost savings to our clients, along with also providing a higher quality project, in a more aggressive time frame. Ready to discuss your project with the Marks-Woods team? We'd love to chat. For immediate assistance, please visit www.markswoods.com/contact and fill out the Contact Us form today!

Business highlights

23 years of trusted experience
Family Owned & Operated

Services we offer

Design & build new construction, custom homes, additions, kitchens, garages, bathrooms, sunrooms, basement remodels & attic remodeling.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

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Our Recent Projects


Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.9161 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
94%
4
4%
3
1%
2
1%
1
1%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.8
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.8
punctuality
4.8

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Showing 126-150 of 161 reviews

Greg S.
04/2016
5.0
home remodeling
  + -1 more
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Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Julie G.
01/2013
5.0
ceramic tile, drywall, interior painters, home remodeling
  + 2 more
Overall it went well and we are currently using them again for another small bathroom remodel. Greg is easy to work with and understands our needs and expectations. We have rated them all A's because any issues and concerns that came up were addressed and fixed/changed quickly and with no hassle from the contractor. This company wanted to work with us and meet our expectations and went out of their way to make sure we had a finished product we were happy with.
Description of Work: We started with a small bathroom remodel and ceiling fix- then we added painting and replacing lighting fixtures. The bathroom was easy. We met and picked out tile , bathroom fixtures etc..... Greg and the tile sales rep were very helpful in giving us suggestions as to what would work together. Very patient with all the options we were looking at. The timing with sub contractors seemed very spaced out but we filled in with additional painting request. The ceiling is a design stucco and although they did not get it right the first time they made it right with no trouble. The same with issues with the painting- they made it right

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
$10,000

Elizabeth O.
12/2012
5.0
ceramic tile, doors, drywall, electrician, remodeling, hardwood floor, heating & air conditioning/hvac, interior painters, home remodeling
  + 7 more
We ordered the vanity, tub, light above vanity, mirror, sink, faucet, towel bars, toilet and tile. MW construction took care of all other details. They would have taken care of the above listed too, however we took advantage of opportunities that we found. Joe at the Tile Shop in Springfield is a great resource for MW Construction. Be sure to take direction from Greg when you need to know where to go to shop for remodeling items. He has saved us hundreds of dollars.
Description of Work: MW Construction remodeled our kitchen. We were satisfied with the overall experience, so we asked for a bid on our main bathroom. After receiving 5 bids, we again went with MW construction. They promised the remodeled main bathroom would be completed for our guests by Thanksgiving. Indeed they delivered! This is our second project with this company. We are working on more contracts/projects in the future.

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
$8,000

david H.
11/2012
5.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
From the very beginning, MW stood out to us because of Byron's excellent attention to detail, in depth answers to any questions we had, and excellent communication. He made us feel at ease with a challenging project, and he had great ideas for things we could do to improve our design. Although we ended up going in another direction, his price was extremely fair, and we appreciated the way he suggested tweaks to help us reduce the cost of the project. We wouldn't hesitate to work with him again in the future.
Description of Work: We had the please of working with Byron to get an estimate for an addition to our home.

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

Robert P.
11/2012
5.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
Overall things went great! MW was very professional in all the work they did. They established supporting walls on either side of the wall that was to be removed, put tarp up to limit the dust, and covered our furniture too. Once the wall was removed we ran into an unexpected (and unforseeable problem) with the support necessary for the beam that was to replace the load bearing wall. MW called our attention to the issue, explained why it was a problem, and gave us three possible solutions. They also gave us pros and cons to each solution. We made a decision and they implemented the solution right away. 'We really appreciated that they didn't try to hide the issue and that they gave us multiple options for getting around the problem to complete the job. It was nice that they didn't just say "this is how it has to be done now." All work and clean up was done in one day, as promised. We were extremely pleased with their work and professionalism and would definitely use them again!
Description of Work: We had MW Construction come out to give us an estimate on removing the load bearing wall between our formal living room and our family room and installing a supporting beam once the wall was removed. We decided they were the best company for us. They came out, removed the wall, installed the beam, and cleaned up all in one day.

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
$2,300

James W.
11/2012
5.0
ceramic tile, doors, drywall, electrician, house painters, remodeling, hardwood floor, interior painters, home remodeling, basement remodeling, woodworking
  + 9 more
The entire experience of working with Greg Marks and the MW crew just could not have been better !! After raising three kids in our 1980 "raised ranch" house, it was very beat up. The kitchen, bathrooms and floor was in really bad shape. They were an eyesore. We had done nothing to the inside of the house for 22 years. When MW Construction was done, it was better than a brand new house. Everyone who see the work is stunned. The quality of the work done was the best you can get. But the really big difference is how we were treated on a week to week basis. We were treated very well, and with respect, in our back and forth conversations with MW. I want to stress how important this was to us. When we called them they called us back promptly. There were no surprises along the way. They were with us for the entire design phase, offering valuable suggestions, but not pushing thier opinions on us. Let me comment on the contract and the paperwork. I just could not believe how well done the contract and the spreadsheet was done. I knew exactly where my money was going every step of the way. It was so well done, I did not have a single question as I made my payments and the job progressed. I am not easily impressed by how most contractor work, but MW Construction should be used as role model for other contractors. I just wish I had more work for him to. I give them my highest recomendation.
Description of Work: They completely remodeled my raised ranch(split foyer) house, which is 2,200 square feet and two levels..They installed a new kitchen and two new bathrooms. They installed hardwood floors on the entire first level, and new floor tile throughout the lower level. New six pannel doors were put in throughout the house. They repainted the entire interior of the house. They constructed a new external facade around the main front door of the house. They installed crown molding throughout the first floor. They removed a kitchen wall to open up the kitchen to the living room. They assisted us in every aspect of the design.

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
$71,000

Elizabeth O.
10/2012
5.0
ceramic tile, drywall, electrician, remodeling, hardwood floor, interior painters, home remodeling
  + 5 more
Both Greg and Drew are professional and demonstrated their construction experience, while working on our project. Remodeling is very difficult, MW construction clearly defined their plan and kept with it. We did not have doubt or concerns, as their proposal prepared us for what was next. Greg Marks guided us to the best places for our appliances, tiles, cupboards and flooring. We did a lot of research, before we chose our products. We also had 15 prior proposals to chose from. MW construction was one company who defined, in detail their plan, had an Angie's list rating, photos and references of previous projects. In summary, MW construction delivered on time and on budget! We are Happy with the overall project!
Description of Work: prio MW construction first gave a very clear and professional proposal. They promptly removed the demo of our old kitchen and began their clear and defined progression of our new kitchen. First, they gave us suggestions as to where to go for our new appliances, tiles, flooring, kitchen cupboards and paint. All places that helped us stay within our budget. The granite shop we used, definitely had the best price and a good selection of granite. Be careful of the the granite shops install. Do not let them install, without Drew present. They put the cut line right in the middle of the sink. (Water and grout lines do not work there.) Again, the price was right. The granite is gorgous, but the install is not what I would call first class. The floors, tile and cupboards are all first class. If anyone would like a photo of the before and after just email us elizabethbaum08@gmail.com.

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
$37,000

Kenneth L.
10/2012
5.0
decks, drywall, electrician, remodeling, hardwood floor, interior painters, home remodeling, siding
  + 6 more
MW Construction Services worked with us in developing the final work scope and happily provided us cost and time proposals. Greg Marks was always available for consultation. He kept all appointments and provided an excellent contract that was easy to follow with all milestone payments fully documented prior to signing the contract. Once the contract was signed he fully the communicated the planned start date and once the work started he his employees and subcontractors were on site continuously until the project was completed. We maintained a detailed "punch-out" list and the items were resolved in a timely fashion and always to our satisfaction. The construction site was maintained very well with all areas of construction either broom swept or vacuumed every day. The crews worked many six day weeks and we did not find this to cause any inconvenience to our schedules. A great contractor/client experience from our point of view.
Description of Work: Excellent contractor! Yes, I would contract with MW Construction Services, LLC again! Work included a complete kitchen remodel, new hardwood floors in family room, master bedroom and study installed, sanded and finished to high quality, drywall skimming and painting of five rooms and three hallways, new Hardi-Plank siding, soffit and trim and finally a decking replacement with Trex. All employees and subcontractors were first class and very respectful of our home! The project was completed on time and on budget. This is my third major home remodel and the experience with using MW Construction LLC was the best!

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
$140,000

Susan B.
10/2012
5.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
Working with MW Construction really was a pleasure from start to finish. Once the job began they arrived punctually every day until the work was completed. They took great pains to protect my house and furnishings from any construction related damage. This was particularly challenging since all construction debris and materials had to be carried through the house and three flights of stairs. They kept me well informed of next steps through out. They were very responsive to all my many questions and were very easy to work with on project modifications. The quality of their work was terrific and I was very pleased with the final result. I'm already starting to work with them on my next remodeling project!
Description of Work: MW Construction built a dormer addition on the 4th floor of my Old Town Alexandria townhouse.

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
$30,000

Amy C.
10/2012
5.0
drywall, remodeling, home remodeling, basement remodeling
  + 2 more
MW Construction is very professional. Their work is all high quality and they pay great attention to detail. There were no surprise charges, despite the fact that they ended up doing more than originally anticipated because some of the preexisting HVAC and drywall had not been done properly by the previous owners. I was very impressed with their ability to come up with creative solutions to the odd problems our house has. The owners are very friendly, responsive, and accommodating. The finished product looks fantastic and is even better than what we were expecting when we set out to do this project.
Description of Work: MW Construction added a bathroom to our finished basement and had some related work done to the finished section of the basement and to the utility room. Because of the location of the existing pipes in the house, MW Construction had to drill into the floor and install new pipes to the side of the house where we wanted the new bathroom. They also had to redo some of our HVAC because of space considerations, so it was a big project.

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
$16,000

Daniel H.
09/2012
5.0
architect, drywall, remodeling, home remodeling, basement remodeling
  + 3 more
We interviewed several contractors before selecting MW Construction, LLC. We liked their professionalism, pricing estimate, and ideas for our project. Throughout the project we met with Greg Marks, and he guided us through the whole project. It included picking tile, granite, kitchen cabinets, and bathroom fixtures. He suggested a great vendor for our new kitchen appliances, which have been great and we get a lot of compliments about. During the project, he kept a realistic view on budget, and we came up with a design that really worked for us. Their crew was able to recreate designs that we saw in print and on the internet. My wife and I were able to pick design elements and have them literally brought to life in our house. I really appreciate their flexibility in that we made a few adjustments along the way, and they were able to adjust to them and still get thing done ontime. We moved back into our renovated house right on schedule. Because we remodeled the entire house, it was necessary to move out temporarily, but we were able to visit the site as the work went on. His crew was very professional and personable. It was amazing to see the progress as the job went along. Even after we moved back in, MW Construction is helping us with a window warranty replacement for a minor manufacturing defect that was discovered. It is nice to know that they can still be reached if there are any issues. Overall, my wife and I are thrilled with the results an we definitely recommend this company for projects large and small. 5 Stars.
Description of Work: The interior of our house was completely remodeled this Spring into early summer. On the basement level, the existing paneling and drop-ceiling were removed along with a full bath that was stripped down and rebuilt. The bath was increased in size and was completely remodeled replacing a small shower with a jetted tub. A closet under the stairs was removed, and a new one was built adjacent to a new closet that houses our A/C unit. The basement window was replaced in the front along with the installation of French doors in the rear. We added an accent wall to the project and the paint lines are outstanding. On the main level, we had our kitchen re-sized and remodeled, 3 windows replaced, and a new front door and storm door installed. Popcorn ceiling was removed and was followed with the installation of recessed lighting and ethernet wire ran throughout the house. While the ceilings were down, they upgraded our insulation to a much more energy efficient grade. They also ran a wiring conduit and mounted our TV over the fireplace. The kitchen remodeling project included new cabinets, a glass tile back splash, and new granite counter tops. The kitchen floor was re-tiled as well. One wall was removed that housed our pantry. They were able to create a new pantry/coat closet in a guest powder room that we had deleted. Our townhouse had an over-sized brick fireplace that they scaled back by removing the brick surround and replacing it with the same granite as the counter top, which turned out to be a very nice touch. The changes overall give the main level a more open feel. On the top level, the full bath was remodeled, with a few design changes like tile work and a redesigned linen closet. Our master bedroom was rearranged, relocating a vanity and its closets. The room is now a much better use of space and is very modern. They built a custom closet unit which allowed us to convert the old closet area into another small vanity. We are very happy with the new bedroom layout and love the new storage.

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
$79,000

Alexey L.
06/2012
5.0
ceramic tile, electrician, home remodeling
  + 1 more
I was was extremely happy with MW Construction, represented by Greg Marks.The original scope of work included some demolition work to remove an internal wall and a contract was signed with that scope.I was forced to change my mind and requested that the original contract be rescoped, to what is listed above. Greg was very amenable and rescoped the contract to what I needed, without incurring any penalty clause. Their team arrived when promised and set right to work. All the work was done when promised, as promised, and the area was left immaculate after completion. I am very happy to recommend MW Construction to any homeowner who needs reconstruction or any other home-redo work.
Description of Work: I tiled the entire back wall behind kitchen counter; replaced my kitchen countertop; removed an reinstalled sink, faucet, and garbage disposal into new countertop; removed old appliances; ran 20A elec. circult to above the stove for a microwave/hood combination.

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
$3,400

kristin R.
06/2012
5.0
architect, ceramic tile, decks, drywall, electrician, house painters, remodeling, heating & air conditioning/hvac, home remodeling, masonry, basement remodeling, roofing, siding, contractors, replacement windows, woodworking
  + 14 more
They were able to finish the project on time and keep the budget maintained. Any extra cost items we proposed were priced very fairly. Something that set them apart was the help with picking materials. We were allowed to visit their select vendors as well as others we found ourselves to pick out materials. All of this with MW personnel at the meetings! MW was there to answer questions and make recommendations, all while steering us in the direction of staying within the budget. No other contractor even came close to offering this level of service. Most contractors told us to they would give us a list of materials, and we had to just go and pick out materials on our own. This would have been overwhelming for us without the help of MW. Other contractors had limited preset materials we had to choose from. We also enjoyed MW’s web-based project management software. Being offsite by an hour and a half, we are able to view all of our project files electronically from anywhere with an internet connection. It has other features as well like a message board, so all project emails and messages are in one quick location to access. The finished product was A1. Our home is first class and anyone who visits us compliments the quality. The project manager Drew held the work to a high standard. Our punch list was very short because he had the guys repair any items along the way that didn’t meet his seal of approval. We heard negative stories about large scale construction projects, but feel fortunate to have selected MW Construction as our contractor for this project. We will definitely use them for any needs we have in the future and give them rave reviews.
Description of Work: MW Construction did a 2nd floor addition, rear addition, and complete interior remodel for my husband and I. We were so happy with the process and will recommend MW to all of our friends and families. We were living in Maryland, and relocated to the DC Metro area due to a work assignment.

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
$325,000

Susan W.
05/2012
5.0
custom cabinets, ceramic tile, flooring contractor, remodeling, home remodeling
  + 3 more
MW Construction did a terrific job with our kitchen. We have received so many compliments on how it turned out. Greg was easy to work with and the best project manager I've worked with for our home improvement projects. I would highly recommend them. I only wish I had found them sooner for my previous projects because the quality and service was superior to other contractors we've hired. They stayed within budget and was respectful of our wishes throughout the project. They have been responsive to minor fixes requested and have been enjoying the kitchen since completion of the project.
Description of Work: We remodeled our kitchen completely with new cabinets, floor tile, backsplash, appliances, and tore down part of a wall to create an island.

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
$25,500

Barbara D.
05/2012
5.0
gutter repair, siding
  + 0 more
The siding had to be a special order due to the color selected but the site manager had his crew put up the scaffolds so that when the materials were delivered the work could begin immediately. They were extremely careful of the shrubbery around the house and when the job was completed, there were no obvious signs of damage from having the scaffolding in place for two weeks. Once the project began, the work was completed on time and all debris was removed. The yard was left spotless! Overall, I would hire these guys for any job!
Description of Work: They replaced all the old siding, soffit and gutters on my 40 year old 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
$7,500

Gail V.
05/2012
5.0
home remodeling
  + -1 more
I received a number of estimates from construction companies but MW Construction impressed me by their quick response, detailed contract, and reasonable price. Greg and his crew were always professional, courteous, and diligent. They were flexible with changes and did additional work as it was needed. The finished project is gorgeous. I would definitely recommend MW Construction to others and plan on using them in the future,
Description of Work: Half of a fairly large laundry room was converted into a bathroom with a shower and a hallway.

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
$15,000

Lorrie D.
04/2012
5.0
remodeling, home remodeling, woodworking
  + 1 more
MW Construction was an outstanding company to deal with. They were very professional, meticulous and the finished product was exactly what we envisioned. During the remodeling, we discussed details, made changes, and Greg and Drew were very accommodating. We would highly recommend them for future projects.
Description of Work: MW Construction remodeled our kitchen, including new flooring, cabinets and lighting. They also installed crown molding in the living room and hallway.

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
$28,000

Barbara D.
03/2012
5.0
remodeling, home remodeling
  + 0 more
Bath was demolished on the first day ans work progressed on a daily basis with the same speed of work. All workers were careful to protect the areas of the house they had to go through (bath was in master bedroom) and kept the dust down as much as possible. The work was professional and completed on time. When the frameless shower door I had asked for would not fit in the room due to lack of space, the construction manager found a new product that provided the same look and feel.
Description of Work: I had a small bathroom completely remodeled with new tile on the walls, floor and a new semi-frameless sliding door added. Although a small room, it needed a complete overhaul.

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
$6,500

Barbara D.
03/2012
5.0
architect, remodeling
  + 0 more
The work began on time in August and had the footingg dug within 24 hours. The frame for the car port itself was put up quickly and efficiently. Despite many delays due to rainy weather, they did an excellent job of keeping the yard neat and tidy during construction and completed the work close to the planned timeframe.
Description of Work: MW construction provided renderings, complete cost estimate and full explanation to add on a car port to my home. Despite many delays due to rainy weather, they did an excellent job of keeping the yard neat and tidy during construction and completed the work close to the planned timeframe.

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
$13,000

Glenn V.
06/2011
5.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
We asked for an estimate from MW construction. Byron was very helpful and patient we had to wait a little longer than expected for the estimate but this was due to a family emergency. Our overall expierance has been good thus far.
Description of Work: Estimate for Second Floor addition.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Barbara M.
06/2011
5.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
He was very efficient, very professional, very upfront and very knowledgeable. I would rate him high overall. He was very quick in giving me the estimate. I would consider in using him again in the future.
Description of Work: MW Construction Services, LLC just came and gave an estimate three weeks ago for lots of renovations inside my home.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Adele D.
06/2011
5.0
roofing
  + -1 more
They weren’t bad. It’s just that my neighbor and I ended up making a deal with someone else. They were very nice. They were prompt and nice. I didn’t use them but I interviewed five companies. The overall experience was good. I would use their services again in the future.
Description of Work: I got an estimate from MW Construction Services, LLC. I did not use their services. They gave me an estimate for roofing. They came out in the last summer to give me the estimate.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Anna H.
05/2011
5.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
I had an overwhelmingly positive experience with this company. From start to finish, everyone I interacted with was professional, courteous and competent. It was a great pleasure to work with Greg Marks. He is easy going, confidence inspiring and reliable. He and Foreman Drew Marks, were easily available to me and kept me informed at all times. When decisions need to be made I always felt they really heard and helped me. In spite of my agonizing and indecisiveness, this job was completed on budget and in astonishingly short time. MW has specialty teams for each step: demolition, carpentry, plumbing, etc. These people work very hard and efficiently. They worked long, dependable hours to accomplish my project. They are very good at attention to detail and addressed any concerns I had promptly and completely. I learned that many of these people had worked for MW for a long time. They were clean and interacted as thoughtful guests in our home.
Description of Work: MW remodelled our 1965 split level home's kitchen. They ripped out all the old cabinets and tore out the existing soffits down to the bare walls. They installed new cabinets, new Silestone countertops, new appliances, a beautiful new undermounted Oliveri sink with built in drain. Also, they installed multiple wonderful new lighting systems. The kitchen was repainted. All our personal add ons: mounted toaster, custom ordered switch plates, mounted telephone were reinstalled. We kept the existing Pergo floor. It required care to do all this work with demolition and not damage the floor. (A new floor is typically the last piece of a complete remodel.) Plus, new pieces of flooring need to be added. We have lived here 22 years and have a home-based business. We are always home, are very clean and prefer order, so disruption was a major concern.

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
$20,000

Monja V.
12/2010
5.0
decks, drywall, electrician, house painters, foundation repair, remodeling, heating & air conditioning/hvac, home remodeling, masonry, roofing, siding, sunrooms, contractors, replacement windows, woodworking
  + 13 more
We love our new fireplace and have used it everyday since the weatehr has gotten colder. Absolutely fabulous!
Description of Work: We had a minor remodeling job in our living room. It included removal of existing windows, modification to the structural side of the house, relocation of a mechanical duct, and installation of a high-efficiency wood burning stove/fireplace,chimney, mantel, stone surround, windows, ceiling fans,secondary heat ductwork to master bedroom, etc. The work has been finished and now we are simply waiting for a couple of closeout items - paperwork basically. Overall we are pleased with the end product and plan to use them again because they seem like an honest group and work hard to make the client happy. Plus their pricing is very reasonable. We worked off of permit drawings which means they aren't that detailed. They are great for concept but aren't always detailed enough for construction. The good part though, whenever we had a difference in material or spacing (we were going down to inches in some cases) they were always very helpful in making us happy and completing our end "vision" - and the kicker, it was usually with little to no cost. They did a great job with most of the items (foundation, siding, framing, masonry, drywall, etc.) and happily adjusted things as requested. We had a few items that needed rework either due to incorrect instruction or manufacturer failed equipment but they scheduled and follow-up on these. One really considerate item they did, that most contractor's wouldn't do, was pass along the savings of the fireplace unit to us. Being a contractor, they received a discount from the distributor and then they gave us the same discount. It saved us thousands of dollars which helped considerably in the final project cost. Another nice item was they met us at a stone supplier and patiently waited/helped as I took forever going over the stones. No complaints - not one. To make it worse, I didn't pick anything that I saw that day and I picked something from a different stone supplier. Very patient. During a very heavy rain storm their roofing sub must have missed sealing a bit of flashing but something was sealed just right and noticed some water coming in on the fireplace unit (the house was fine - all chimney related). We called as soon as we noticed and they were at the house immediately. They completely covered the chimney and a good part of the roof with the largest tarp I've ever seem - They fixed everything right away, no question, no issue - they were quite upset about all of it - probably more than we were - not positive, but I'd guess tat sub has been let go. To me that says a lot about their character. They took responsibility for their subs actions and fixed it all good as new. The work did take longer than expected - that's par for the course with construction though. Reasons were mixed - we made changes, manufacturer equipment defects, weather, county inspection delays and contractor scheduling issues. No one issue was the cause, What's the saying...figure a project will cost twice as much and take twice as long as you initially planned? Very true. We ended up doubling the size of the fireplace so guess who caused the price increase. Happily, they took it all in stride. Their siding and mason guys did beautiful work. The fireplace looks as though it has always been there, not an add-on. We would definitely use them again.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$18,000

Tom K.
09/2010
5.0
architect, ceramic tile, decks, doors, electrician, remodeling, heating & air conditioning/hvac, home remodeling, basement remodeling, roofing
  + 8 more
I started the process by making a detailed list of what I wanted (I was supplying all the fixtures for the bathroom and the tile for the bathroom and laundry room.) Using software from the internet I developed an estimate for the project in this area. I asked seven different contractors to give me a bid based on identical requirements. Three of these were highly rated contractors off of Angie's list. I provided all bidders with and estimate of what I was willing to spend. MW and two other contractors were the only ones to come close to my budget. The three Angie list contractors were $20,000 to $70,000 more expensive than MW. I discussed construction methods and obtained references from the other bidders. I chose MW based on construction methods and cost. The whole experience was very positive. The crews that worked on the various systems were excellent especially the construction crew head by Armando. It is unreasonable to expect a project of this size to go flawlessly. It is how the construction company responds to problems that is important. MW addressed all problems in timely and professional manner. One problem even arose on a Sunday and MW was there within about an hour to resolve it. The only change order that was not requested by me, was one that had to do with the footing of my main house. After excavating the new basement it was determined by county inspectors that the new wall of the basement adjoining the old house footing would have to be designed by an engineer to properly support the old footings.This could not have been foreseen prior to construction.These required a $4700 change order( This cost is included in the total cost above.). No profit or overhead was charged for this change order. While the snow storms delayed the completion of the project, during the storms MW called to say that they had gotten one of their trucks on the road and offered to come and take us to the store if we needed anything. I would gladly use them again for a project.
Description of Work: They designed and built a 504 square foot addition on my house including a bedroom, bathroom, walk-in closet and laundry room with a door to a 20 by 12 deck with a handicap access ramp to the deck. This included a full sized unfinished basement. They also installed a new front door, put a new matching roof on the rest of the house and installed a new high efficiency AC unit for the whole house, a new electrical sub-panel and a surge suppressor for the whole electrical system.

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
$109,000

Contact information

205 S Union St, Alexandria, VA 22314

http://www.markswoods.com

Service hours

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

Licensing

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
2705076456
Trade License Locale
VA
Trade License Authority
Virginia: Contractors
Trade License Expiration
05/31/2025

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
Yes
Use Green Products or Work Practices
No
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Service Categories

General Remodeling,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
Basement Remodeling,
Architects,
Sunrooms and Patio Enclosures,
Interior Design and Decorating

FAQ

Marks-Woods Construction Services, LLC is currently rated 4.9 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

Marks-Woods Construction Services, LLC accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Marks-Woods Construction Services, LLC offers free project estimates.
Yes, Marks-Woods Construction Services, LLC offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Marks-Woods Construction Services, LLC does not offer a senior discount.
No, Marks-Woods Construction Services, LLC does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Marks-Woods Construction Services, LLC offers warranties.
Marks-Woods Construction Services, LLC offers the following services: Design & build new construction, custom homes, additions, kitchens, garages, bathrooms, sunrooms, basement remodels & attic remodeling.

Contact information

205 S Union St, Alexandria, VA 22314

http://www.markswoods.com

Service hours

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