Free Estimates. We understand how stressful and expensive home improvements can be from choosing the right contractor for the job to having your house in disarray for a period of time. If you are updating your home to put on the market, we offer a deferred payment option. We recognize the struggle that sellers face when getting ready to sell their home. Often the main issue is simply not having the finances to make the necessary improvements that will generate a higher sales price. For some it is simply understanding that today's buyers want move in ready homes. HEC was started to give sellers and their agents the ability to sell their home quickly and at the highest price possible. There is no secret to selling, UPDATED HOMES SELL FASTER AND HIGHER! Our clients have averaged a 130% Return on Investment when updating their home for sale.
We can take care of all of your home remodeling needs from finishing a basement, remodeling your kitchen and bathrooms, to replacing your roof.
Our approach is simple - we use high quality contractors to make smart updates to your home or listing based on our 20 years of experience in the DC Area Real Estate Market. We do not recommend high end upgrades if they will not generate a good return on your investment. We work with you or your agent to establish an expected price after updates to make an informed decision. The owners of Home Equity Contractors are licensed Realtors in VA, MD, and DC.
Business highlights
Se Habla Español
Services we offer
Interior and exterior painting
All flooring needs
Kitchen remodeling
Bathroom Remodeling
Roofing
Finishing Basements
Concrete/Masonry/Patios
Pressure washing
Deck Painting/Staining
General Plumbing Services
General Electric Services
Could not be more pleased entire process a breeze.Work contracted done on a timely & professional manner. Price fair for quality of work done.We could not be more pleased. Will contact them again for our future home projects.
Description of Work: Power washing & painting shutters,trim, portico,columns & door .
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
$1,500
Casey O.
05/2024
5.0
electrician, plumbing, remodeling, home remodeling, interior painters, countertops, house painters
+ 5 more
Brett and his team were awesome. Brett was very professional throughout the remodeling. He was quick to respond to any questions or concerns we may have had. The outcome looks amazing!!! We have several other projects in the future and without hesitation, we will be using Brett!
Description of Work: Plumbing, Remodeling - General, Painting - Interior, Electrical, Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
Tom B.
12/2023
1.0
remodeling
+ -1 more
The he project was no started because Brett would not start unless we signed a waiver stating we assumed all liability of his work
Description of Work: Nothing but waste our time
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
Response from Home Equity Contractors
This is a very disappointing review. The homeowner said he was going to pull the permits for the work in his house. After a couple of days of trying to get the permits he became frustrated and asked me to pull permits for the work. I had requested that he email me his plans that he had already prepared. Three business days after requesting me to pull the permits, he published this review. I believe there was a misunderstanding at the permit office. He was never asked to take all the liability from me and I did not refuse to do the work. I could not apply for the permits without his plans. A contractor cannot waive their liability however the County does not want any liability coming back on them. I wish he had called me to discuss rather than publishing a negative review and I could have cleared up any confusion.
Sarah L.
06/2023
5.0
electrician, handyman service, plumbing
+ 1 more
I cannot recommend Brett and his crew highly enough. Our tub kept arriving from Home Depot damaged, but they kept coming back, working with us to get it installed - until we ordered from Wayfair! They did the removal of the old tub, install new, fixed the tile, installed fan boxes, fixed a squeaky floor, and sorted garage ceiling. They were wonderful and will definitely be our go to in the future! Thank you so much!
Description of Work: Plumbing, Tile work and electrical work
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
Taron M.
01/2023
5.0
ceramic tile
+ -1 more
We are very happy with the work Home Equity Contractors did for us. Especially appreciated the prompt communications from Brett and that Brett cared about the health and safety of his crew. The crew did a great job, nice cleanup. We would definitely hire them again.
Description of Work: Grouting and caulking of bathrooms
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
kinberly P.
12/2022
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
I'm a Realtor and have been looking for a reliable contractor for some time...I'm so happy I found Home Equity Contractors! Fast, reliable, great communication, clean and wonderful work!
Description of Work: Installed a ventilation fan/light in our master bathroom, and also secured another vent in our roof.
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
$500
M C.
10/2022
5.0
house painters
+ -1 more
Great work by this contractor! Careful and efficient. We would definitely use them again.
Description of Work: Exterior Painting
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
$550
Virginia S.
09/2022
5.0
ceramic tile, countertops
+ 0 more
Getting a quote and scheduling was a breeze. And Ivan and Alex were on time, careful and pleasant to be around. They answered our questions and made good suggestions. And their workmanship was exceptional. Our herringbone backsplash was not easy to do, but it’s been done perfectly. They left everything sparkling clean, too. Can’t say enough good to recommend these folks.
Description of Work: installed a kitchen backsplash
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
$1,500
Heather H.
08/2022
5.0
deck cleaning, pressure washing, house painters
+ 1 more
I can’t recommend them enough. Great people, and they provide great service.
Description of Work: Power washing, deck repair, painting
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
Steve L.
05/2022
5.0
home remodeling
+ -1 more
Excellent work by very professional and friendly crew. On time and on budget. By far!!!! the best price. No surprises … just great work. Thanks!
Description of Work: 4 Bathroom Renovations
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
Joe G.
08/2021
5.0
ceramic tile
+ -1 more
The team did an excellent job. They were punctual and worked on schedule with no unexpected delays or issues. The work they performed looked amazing...couldn't ask for a better job done. Very clean grout and caulk lines. Would recommend this company to anyone.
Description of Work: Replace kitchen backsplash
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
Mwanza N.
04/2021
5.0
interior painters
+ -1 more
It went very well and we are satisfied.
Description of Work: Interior painting and drywall repair
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
Thomas G.
04/2021
5.0
electrician, pressure washing, house painters, interior painters
+ 2 more
Brett and his team were Excellent! I would recommend them to everyone!
Description of Work: Exterior painting, electrical work, handyman items
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
Chris P.
02/2021
5.0
ceramic tile
+ -1 more
Fantastic experience with Brett and his crew. Arrived on time, covered all the floors and countertops before starting, discussed a few design details, then got the job done in 2 days. Absolute professional installation of my large kitchen backsplash (approx 100 sq ft), every tile set perfect, even the difficult cuts. Cleaned up every area after job completed. Great value for what I paid. Will definitely consider hiring again for other projects around the house.
Description of Work: kitchen backsplash installation
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
$1,800
Steve L.
02/2021
5.0
interior painters
+ -1 more
A+! Absolutely good people and very highly recommended!! Brett and his team are professional and care about their work. They were very responsive, on time, and on budget! It was a pleasure doing business with them. Glad they do kitchen and bathroom renovations because I will be calling them!
Description of Work: Interior painting of the basement
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
Brandon H.
12/2020
5.0
carpet installation, interior painters
+ 0 more
It was amazing to deal with a contractor who I truly felt had my best interest at heart. I got multiple estimates and they providing the most value for my project and it wasn’t even close. They were very responsive from initial communication to the estimation process to the execution of the project as well as follow up.
Description of Work: Interior drywall patches and interior painting
Excellent! They did interior, exterior painting and basement update with painting, dry wall and carpeting. Bathroom remodel for three bathrooms and put on a new roof. The house looked amazing once it was finished and sold for $50K more than it would have without the remodeling. So nice to have one person taking care of all the projects, and Brett Shankle was so responsive! All the crews were professional and their work was great. I highly recommend Home Equity Contractors and have referred them to many friends. Their work is amazing and a great value!
Description of Work: Renovations on family home before being put on the market - netted $50K more
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
Susan S.
11/2020
1.0
remodeling
+ -1 more
We had a written contract with Home Equity Contractors but the general contractor Brett took our full payment without finishing work. He didn’t install baseboard and door trim as the contract clearly stated. My property manager and I contacted him multiple times and he refused to finish the work or give us partial refund. Will never hire him again and buyers be aware.
Description of Work: Basement drywall repair
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
$550
Response from Home Equity Contractors
Unfortunately, Angie's List does not allow contractors to post the photos of the work. The contract with the customer was to re-tile her shower which was done. Later, the customer asked if we could look at the basement walls and ceiling which had mold from the upstairs patio doors leaking and the basement patio doors had rusted and were leaking. We cut out the damaged drywall in the basement ceiling and upper half of the wall and did the touch up painting at no cost to the customer. We also caulked around the upstairs doorway and removed the stairs and sealed around the house and deck to prevent further damage and again at no cost. I showed the tenant what work had been done and the issues. It was recommended to have both sets of doors replaced as they could not be repaired. It was also recommended to have the basement carpet replaced. The owner asked me to come back out to the house to look at the wall. I came back out with one of my employees and we cut away the drywall on the lower half of the basement wall near the patio doors. The area was wet and had black mold on the wall, studs, and insulation. I told her she needed to call a mold remediator and she told me to put the drywall back and install new baseboard and new door casings. I refused to do that as it was a health and safety issue. I was not going to cover up the problem so she could save money. We showed the tenant the issue and that we were not going to fix it. I left the baseboard and casing at the house to be installed by the mold remediator once he was finished with the work. The amount of baseboard to be replaced was 12" and casing was 12". The customer continued to call, text, and email me threats on a regular basis. I am happy to share photos of the mold.
Rachel B.
10/2020
1.0
flooring contractor, hardwood floor
+ 0 more
Please find a different contractor! We hired Brett’s company to replace flooring in our basement that was water damaged. The original quote included installing flooring and drywall repair. We had to stop the install and start over two times due to issues. The first issue was the way the flooring was being laid. Standard wood/laminate flooring should be laid out in a scattered/various pattern using planks cut in multiple lengths, however the install guy was cutting the wood in only 2 sizes and laying it down in a repetitive pattern. It looked horrible. We asked Brett to come out to the job and see for himself because we were concerned with the quality of the work, but he never came out. When the install guy started over, we realized he had not put down underlayment which was clearly included in the contract. They were placing luxury vinyl plank directly on the concrete slab with only a moisture barrier. Again, we had to have them stop the job and start over to do it properly. Brett still did not come out to the job site. We did not end up getting the drywall repair completed and asked him to remove that cost from our invoice, but he said we would still need to pay the full price because if he reworked the contract it would go up to account for starting the job over. Even though both times the job had to start over were as a result of his guys negligence. I’ve attached a picture that shows the first problem with the install. We’ve had flooring replaced and installed several times in previous homes and have never experienced someone attempting to install it in the way his guy was. There was no quality control on Bretts part. The install was done incorrectly multiple times and it could have been avoided if Brett had taken the time to make sure the job was being done properly. To make matters worse, we were penalized for his crews mistake and it left us feeling stressed out and ripped off. Please save yourselves the stress and find someone else to do your floors.
Description of Work: Installed flooring in basement
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
4.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
4.0
Response from Home Equity Contractors
As a contractor, we strive to make every customer happy and to do a quality job on every job. We typically do not respond to reviews but sometimes you do have to stand up for the work that was completed and tell the other side of the story. The flooring had to be removed the first time because the homeowner said they did not like the flooring color that they chose. We removed the flooring at no additional charge. The homeowner ordered new flooring that was delivered the next day and we came back to install the following day. The flooring they ordered did not require an underlayment and in fact voided the manufacturer's warranty if it was installed with an additional underlayment.. The flooring was purchased from Floor & Decor. We called the store and they confirmed the information that the flooring was not supposed to be installed with an underlayment and Voided the warranty. We informed the homeowner who also called the store and was given the same information. The homeowner decided they still wanted the underlayment and we uninstalled the flooring again, installed underlayment, and re-installed the flooring again at no additional charge. So we uninstalled and installed different flooring 3 times at no additional charge. The drywall was not removed and replaced as it showed no signs of moisture or damage and there was no need to cause damage to the wall, baseboard, and shoe molding. Instead of reducing the fee, I told them we would call it even with the removal of the flooring that we did not charge for. We also repainted the customers baseboards and shoe moldings which were not on the estimate and we did not charge any additional money for it. I believe at the end of the day, we went above and beyond for the customer to make sure that they were happy and had a quality flooring installed. We have the before and after photos of the job along with all of the email communications from the customer. Unfortunately we cannot upload the finished photos here.
Ken A.
08/2020
5.0
ceramic tile, flooring contractor, remodeling, home remodeling, interior painters
+ 3 more
Excellent. Great staff and team. Clean and thorough we were very pleased. We have them coming back once this pandemic passes. Highly recommend.
Description of Work: Interior remodeling painting and new bathroom
Home Equity Contractors came in and completely renovated the townhouse. Their overall professionalism and attention to detail was deeply appreciated. HEC went above and beyond to bring the vision to life.
As a realtor, I engaged with Home Equity Contractors on behalf of my sellers to complete work to prepare their property for sale. From the first meeting to the completion of the property updates and repairs, Jimmy and his crew were top notch professionals! Their business model of "No up front costs and paying at closing" served my client’s needs and financial constraints so the sellers could leverage the equity in their home for a faster sale and higher profit. Jimmy worked collaboratively with me and the sellers to set a realistic and affordable budget as well as offer cost saving ideas without compromising quality. Communication was timely and the crews were professional and courteous, always cleaning up after each phase of work. The project consisted of new flooring, painting, a kitchen refresh, new lighting, landscaping and various plumbing, electrical and general property repairs. Jimmy was proactive in keeping me apprised of the work and he kept to the timeline which gave my sellers peace of mind. The finished project was beautiful and made the home market ready to sell and the property was under contract in less than 2 weeks! Home Equity Contractors were fantastic to work with and they delivered exactly what they promised. My sellers were extremely pleased with the process and the end product. I give Home Equity Contractors the highest rating and recommendation …A+
Description of Work: Home repairs for property sale!
The Home Equity Contractors did an amazing job! We bought a house built in 1962 that had the original hardwood flooring and some pretty terrible vinyl flooring. Before starting the job, Bob's flooring team was very patient with us and so helpful as we picked out the new stain and flooring. They were very responsive to emails and easily reachable via phone. Trust me, I asked a lot of questions and they answered them all and kept us updated on progress. The team doing the work was fantastic, they were professional and efficient. We also needed some remodeling and worked with Elmer's team. We were widening an entryway and I wasn't sure how to handle the light switches that needed to be relocated. Elmer explained the options and gave valuable advice. He was very flexible with his schedule and accommodating to our tight schedule. After the team started work, I asked them to help by updating all of the electrical outlets and add outlets to the bathrooms. They quickly provided an estimate and completed the additional work. The team was professional and they did a great job. I would highly recommend Home Equity Contractors!
Description of Work: replace floors, restain hardwood floors, update electrical outlets, add electrical outlets and widening an entryway, painting
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
Susan K.
11/2019
5.0
interior painters
+ -1 more
I needed some remodeling work done involving moving walls to create a hallway. Brett was very responsive from the beginning and did a great job of staying in touch with me as the work progressed. The job involved carpentry, drywall, electrical, trim work and painting. The work was completed on time and done well. I am very pleased with the quality of the work and the professionalism of the company.
Description of Work: remodeling work
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
$8,500
Sabrina M.
11/2019
5.0
interior painters
+ -1 more
This project went extremely well! The project manager, Brett Shankle, is responsive and customer focused. I tell him my issues/concerns and he and his team find solutions. The team is very friendly and professional and it was comfortable having them in the house with my family. I highly recommend them... they are the best!
Description of Work: Painting, dry wall fixes, plumbing and window leaks
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Service Categories
Interior Painting,
Ceramic Tile,
Exterior Painting,
General Remodeling,
Flooring Sales and Installation,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
Electrical,
Carpet Sales and Installation,
Pressure Washing,
Plumbing,
Hardwood Flooring Sales and Installation,
Countertops and Backsplashes
FAQ
Home Equity Contractors is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Home Equity Contractors accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,PayPal,Visa
Yes, Home Equity Contractors offers free project estimates.
No, Home Equity Contractors does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Home Equity Contractors does not offer a senior discount.
No, Home Equity Contractors does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Home Equity Contractors offers warranties.
Home Equity Contractors offers the following services: Interior and exterior painting
All flooring needs
Kitchen remodeling
Bathroom Remodeling
Roofing
Finishing Basements
Concrete/Masonry/Patios
Pressure washing
Deck Painting/Staining
General Plumbing Services
General Electric Services