Germano Creative Interior Contracting Ltd.

Don't even hesitate to use Germano Creative Interior Contracting. This is my second time using them to complete the basement in my new home. Suzette and Lilliane are amazing from start to finish. You will know exactly what and when items are to be worked on and completed. If there is anything not in the contract they will contact you before proceeding to ensure that there are not surprises. You will also be made aware if there are any CREDITS yes I said CREDITS if the amount of material quoted is reduced there will be CREDIT against your final bill. The quality and workmanship are outstanding. They will exceed your expectations.

5/5 Stars

Suzette and her daughter Lilliane were very professional and stayed in contact by phone and by attending the renovations very regularly and were extremely helpful in making design decisions. All the contractors they used were also very professional and did a wonderful job. The entire job was finished a month early, looks amazing and we can see the quality work. I highly recommend this company to anyone wanting to renovate.

Our experience was wonderful. Suzette and her team were great to work with. She gave us a schedule ahead of time. Liked that we knew ahead what to expect. Who was coming when and why. The whole team were professional, friendly, knowledgeable and clean. We were that couple that was once bitten twice shy and highly recommend Germano Creative Interior.

My wife and I hired Germano Creative Interior Contracting Inc to remodel our main bathroom and powder room. From the the very first visit, it was clear that Suzette was a detail oriented professional. Her work and the work of her team over the course of the project confirmed this. There is no way to to do an unobtrusive renovation to a house; it is by the very nature of the job, a major upheaval. Having said that, Suzette and her team did their utmost to keep the work from impacting other areas of our home. I don’t think there was anything more she could have done to reduce the impact of the project on our daily lives at home.

The project itself for the most part, went very smoothly. But even during the inevitable “hiccups” in the project, I was impressed with Suzette’s unrelenting perfectionism; the first bathtub we ordered did not meet with her standards, so she sent it back and got another. When that one also proved unsatisfactory, she concluded that it was the design of the tub itself that was poor and asked us to pick a different tub. When we came back with a another tub we liked, she went out to the store to inspect it before having it delivered to make sure this one met with her high standards.

Another time, my wife decided that the colour she’d requested for the powder room walls didn’t look as she’d imagined it would and asked if we could change the colour. Within 12 hours of that conversation, the room had been repainted.

The finished rooms look like something from a high end decorating magazine and we couldn’t be happier.

I would unhesitatingly and unreservedly recommend Germano Creative Interior Contracting Inc to anyone who wants to upgrade their home interior.

We are extremely pleased with the bathroom renovations that were completed by Suzette and her team. They are extremely tidy and respectful. Her trades people are very knowledgeable and have solutions to any and every problem that can arise. Suzette truly puts her clients first as we had one or two other issues that came up in our home and she helped us fix them and for a very reasonable cost. Having Suzette in our home was a pleasure and hopefully one day we can have her back to do other renovations in our home.

Second time working with Germano and once again, it was amazing! Love the work and love my bathroom. They were a pleasure to work with, including all her trades. Very clean, neat, thorough and didn't hesitate to confirm details with me to ensure it was what I wanted. She even went as far as sending me a video because we were away for 2 weeks during the renovation and showed me the layout of the tiles on the main feature wall, and what they looked liked when sealed. They look after all the small details! Will definitely hire Germano again for my basement renovations in a year or so.

Suzette and her team were amazing! From the first meeting right up until completion Suzette was always available - very knowledgeable and was always looking out for my best interests. Communication was great - I never had to follow up and always had an update on what was happening and also a schedule of what was coming next. I have heard horror stories from people about contractors and renovations but my experience was the opposite. Even though it was a major renovation (complete kitchen and laundry room remodel) it moved along quickly and stayed on schedule. The end result was everything I could hope for - it is a complete transformation, very functional and looks great!

I had an excellent experience with Germano Creative Interior Contracting when they renovated our basement from an unfinished to completely finished state. Along with the excellent finished quality of the work they did for us a few things are worth mentioning:

1. Willingness to revise the quote was amazing. Suzette worked with us to find the right scope of work for our renovation that was in our budget and we were able to provide some materials ourselves when we already had them or found them "on the cheap".

2. Detailed quote so we could make an informed decision and compare cost and scope easily to other quotes we received. It wasn't the cheapest quote we received but I had the most confidence that this quote would be true to the amount of work required.

3. Stayed ON BUDGET. Not only was the quote detailed but we got what we expected and paid exactly what we expected to pay.

4. Great people. Suzette, Lilliane and the crews were courteous, clean, respectful and skilled at their work.

We feel confident recommending Germano Creative Interior Contracting to our friends and neighbours.

Germano provides good designs, competitive pricing, has eye for detail, is trustworthy, professional and delivers in timely manner.

This was my third renovation with Suzette and I was very pleased, once again, with her daily updates about when, each day, trades would be in my home, and what exactly would be done.

Also, very appreciated, was her willingness to shop with me to select countertops and backsplash.

Above all, Suzette helped me to design and install a full wall unit in my kitchen, which has turned out to be exactly what I envisioned!

From our very first meeting for a quote we knew Suzette would be our number 1 choice. She clearly knew what she was talking about and her quote was very reasonable. After the project started Suzette and her team were always on top of things ensuring we understood the timeline and what was happening. She always ensured the work was done properly and when the unexpected happened she was able to jump in with solutions. We are lucky to have worked with Suzette and would highly recommend her!

Great work on our basement! It was a huge job with many unexpected twists and turns, but through it all you were attentive, professional and kind. Your spreadsheets made it easy for us to keep on budget and the links to suggested materials made picking easier.

The worksite was kept clean and your trade workers were respectful and dedicated – even working on a holiday to keep the project moving. We always knew we were being treated fairly and we have trust in your word and your work. We will be happy to call on you when we are ready to refinish our kitchen.

Thanks again,

Dave and Andrea

Our basement was completed on-time and within the budget/quotation. Suzette's project management skills show; getting the right people/supplies/inspections in an order that made the job go smoothly. She managed to keep the "promised" end date, even after a delayed start.

Her standard materials are above others who quoted for our job. But the difference is well worth it (you get what you pay for). Her contractors were curious and respected our house/family while working. I highly recommend Germano (Suzette & Liili) and would definitely hire them again for any future renovations.

We would highly recommend Germano Creative Interior Contracting to all our family and friends.

Suzette and her crew did a fantastic job! Suzette was at our house daily to check on things and always kept us informed if a new member of her crew was going to be at our house that day.And when they finished the cleanup was "AAA" A couple of our neighbors asked about them and we highly recommended them!

Suzette, Lilliane and the Germano Creative Interior Contracting trade team were a pleasure to work with and the best choice of contractor for our basement renovation.

We bid the project to four contractors: Germano's quote was competitive and reasonable so we proceeded with their services. We worked together with them to provide the latitude to complete the task and it was reciprocated by excellent workmanship, great rapport and a hassle free construction period. Even better, the project was on budget, on time and looks amazing.

We highly recommend Germano Creative and would most certainly hire them again for any future work.

Germano Creative Interior Contracting Ltd.

Having a major renovation can be a very complex and stressful situation. After researching and calling references we decided to hire Germano Creative Interior Contracting Ltd. to have our basement completely finished. We can’t say enough how professional Suzette Mariz and her daughter Lilliane were from the beginning until the end. Their attention to detail and care in everything that was done was outstanding. We were always kept informed during the project and questions we had where always addressed. Our new living space receives great compliments from our guests and we could not be happier with the finished results.

Without hesitation we would definitely recommend and use Germano Creative Interior Contracting for any future renovations.

Sincerely,

Lawrence and Petra MacKay

Basement Renovation June-July 2016

We have never done a renovation before and I must say, I have nothing but positive comments about Germano Creative! They made this kitchen reno during the winter a very “easy” experience. We were thrilled with the quality of the work, being on schedule and coming in on budget. Her staff are some of the nicest and cleanest trades I have ever seen. Every night my house was clean and it made the renovations a much better experience that we ever thought. I would recommend her services to anyone that is looking to change things in a house. I will definitely be hiring Germano again in the very near future for more renovations!

Suzette was very helpful in assisting me with my bathroom renovations from beginning to end. The plumbing contractor showed up at 7:30 AM Monday morning and both my bathrooms were completed by 4:00 PM Wednesday afternoon. I could not be more satisfied and do not hesitate to refer Suzette to anyone who wants renovations done. I am looking forward to doing more renovations with Suzette this year.

I could not have asked for a better contractor. Although they were busy, it was well worth the wait. Through all the little changes and major additions that came up, the whole project still finished on time. The work is beautiful. The price was very reasonable. They were there every day. Impectably clean, and all the workers were very respectful and friendly.

I found Germano Creative Interior Contracting Ltd. through this website and consider myself really lucky! Two thumbs up! Very happy clients :)

We had Suzette finish our basement and she did a beautiful job! From start to finish she was very professional, answered any questions we had right away! She had a schedule which was followed with no delays. An absolute pleasure to work with! We're so happy with the final results! We have already recommended her to others and would definitely use her again!

Suzette and her crew were amazing! We moved to a 45 year old house with one very old bathroom upstairs. Suzette helped us design the layout that would work out best to turn 1 very old bathroom into 2 very modern ones. The results are stunning, everyone comments on how good they look. From the construction work they did before the cosmetic touches to the look of everything (like a spa!). Her ideas were always good and she had our budget in mind at all times.

Everyone went above and beyond, from fixing the rafters before putting new ceilings, to fixing the water through the softener so we would have soft water in the bathrooms. She also had her people do the taping and muddying in other areas of the house we wanted when they were doing the bathrooms, and the prices for all the extra work were good.

Awesome person, very respectable crew, impeccable work, considerate of the budget, and good prices. I will definitely contact her again for all the other work we will be doing in the house in the future.

We needed a bedroom for family visits and I needed an appropriate area for my sewing and machine embroidery work. We chose Suzette because her estimate was detailed, down to the hinges on the doors, and we felt comfortable that there would be no extra charges that would sneak in, except for changes that we specifically requested. Suzette gave us a schedule when things would be done and everything happened exactly as we were told. When we signed the contract, we even knew when the final inspection would take place. We didn't need to be critical of workmanship because Suzette was far more demanding of her subcontractors than we could ever be. If we have another renovation done in our home, we won't even tender contracts. We will call Suzette.

Suzette and her team took our basement from a useless concrete storage room to a beautiful living space, office, bathroom and laundry room. It was a big job that involved taking out a well, digging out floors and removing walls. Suzette kept us on time and updated us daily on who was going to be working on the project.The project involved many different trades, including concrete work, drywall,painters, tile work, you name it. Suzette kept them all on schedule. We would definitely recommend Germano Creative Interior Contracting and use them for future projects.

Suzette did a great job communicating with me from start to finish. The work was well done and issues were resolved in a timely fashion. I am thinking thinking of hiring her again to refinish my washroom upstairs. I appreciated also the transparency of the accounting part.

This is the second project Suzette has done for us and we couldn't be more pleased! Our shower is beautiful and we've had many compliments on what a fantastic job she did. We also had her install a new vanity, toilet, granite counter top, new lights and new paint~~our ensuite looks brand new!! Kitchen is next on list and we'll be calling Suzette for that project too. I can't say enough wonderful things about the job and Suzette and her team do! Thank you again for another wonderful project done!!!

I would highly recommend Germano Creative Interior Contracting Ltd. to anyone who is looking for a contractor to manage any renovation projects. They completed the finishing of the unfinished basement level of my home and I am so happy with how it turned out. Suzette was enjoyable to work with and I appreciated her suggestions and recommendations, including pointing out what would improve the value of the home for resale in the future and also making suggestions as to options to limit costs when selecting features and finishes. I had very little idea as to how I wanted to complete the basement and Suzette's suggestions made me feel confident with the decisions that I made and now the basement looks great and may just be the best level in my home!

Suzette was my one point of contact and she then scheduled and dealt with all the sub-trades. She was also available by phone or e-mail any time of the day and was willing to work around my schedule to meet with me throughout the process. I also appreciated her providing regular updates regarding how the project was going via e-mail so I was kept in the loop of what was going on at the house even when I was not at home.

Excellent Service. This was the third major renovation that Suzette has done for us in the last 7 years. Suzette is the only contractor we will have in our house. Her team is always professional and personable. They treated our home and my wife with respect, we were even comfortable to allow them to work in the house when we were not there. All of the work performed is above par and the craftsmanship is second to none. I would (and have) recommended her to my friends and family

After 3 years of researching and completing a list of needed renovations, reading reviews and getting advice, we met with 3 contractors. We were ultimately and immediately most impressed with Suzette and contracted Germano Creative Interiors for renovations throughout the spring and summer of 2015. Throughout the process Suzette was always very organized and never failed to communicate what we could expect in advance and during every stage of the project. She worked with us to keep costs down and guided us on jobs we chose to do on our own. Her attention to detail and experience with her tradesmen gave us confidence that each project was completed with accuracy. She has excellent skills in recommending a course of action in reno's or design and is highly communicative so everyone is on the same page and all expectations are met. Every room in our home had some level of work done, some to correct the builders errors and other rooms were completely gutted and redesigned. Suzette was very generous with her time to create a relationship so she could determine our sense of style (or lack of!), then assess our comfort level when it came to financial decisions. This was extremely helpful when sourcing out materials as well as problem solving. We often sought out and readily took her advice especially on design, colour choices and practicality. Can't say enough about her work ethic nor quality of work. If you have any reservations about hiring a woman to do a contracting job, rest assured you have the right man for the job! We will always be thankful in our selection of Germano Creative Interiors for our reno's. and have fallen in love with our home again.

From the moment we had our first consultation to the very last full inspection, Suzzette and her team were very professional, courteous, and easy to work with. She even made sure there was no work being done during our new-borns nap time.

Suzzette's team of workers are veteran professionals who work in both residential and commercial contracting. This being said, you are getting top-notch people working for you.

Everything was explained in an easy to understand contract. Any additional add-ons and/or changes where added promptly as well.

Suzzette is more on the expensive side of contractors, but when you see the end result, we think it was worth spending the extra for the customer service and top-notch workmanship.

When I ask people today how they would rate our basement out of a 10...their answer is always 12.

Suzzette's team is returning to do our front porch. I will write a review about this experience as well.

Germano Creative Interior was hired to do a compete renovation of our washroom (a difficult space), replace all baseboards, trim and inside doors on the main level, 1 exterior door, paint kitchen and living room, and install a few updated fixtures.

From the moment Suzette first met with us, my husband and I had a good feeling about her. She was knowledgeable and thorough when looking at the scope of the project. She was up front in her assessment of some of the work to be done, suggesting in one case it needed to be done "right", unlike another contractor who suggested we try and hide the issue. Suzette did not try to low ball the amount of time the renovation was going to take, and was up front with that as well.

Not only does Suzette have the knowledge of the physical space and the construction end of it, but she also has an eye for the design elements of the space which was very helpful. She could visualize what would look good and made suggestions, but was very clear that we were in the driver seat as to what the final decisions were. More often than not, we went with her suggestions and are glad we did. The transformation is amazing!!!

Suzette kept the trades on time, continually updated us as to what happened that day or would happen the next day. She is friendly, competent, goes way above and beyond and her customer service is impeccable. During the messy parts, Suzette and her daughter came to clean up after the trades left each day and at the end of the job did the most thorough clean I have ever experienced. Her attention to detail is amazing.

We have already recommended Suzette and Germano Creative Interior to others and will continue to do so. She takes great pride in her work and it shows. We would not hesitate to choose Suzette and her company as a contractor again.

The floor tiles are loose, cracking, and the grout is coming out. The tiles were not laid properly or installed correctly. The framing was poorly executed (not square). I spoke to Suzette about my concerns and all I received were arguments and she blamed everyone except here workers. I am extremely disappointed with the end result. I would not recommend this contractor to a friend or an enemy.

Suzette and her team did an excellent job and would not hesitate to use them again. I still get compliments on my basement. Suzette's experience and her work ethics are apparent in the finished product. I am still amazed that the work site was cleaned every night after the trades where in and the project was finished ON TIME.!!!!

Suzette worked with us every step of the way from quotation to completed project, understanding our every need and wish, keeping the work on time and within budget. When there were choices available she made recommendations that suited our needs and wallet perfectly. Her choice of subcontractors was perfect, best craftsmanship and highest quality with very reasonable price. She worked with us to allow our participation where our skills (plumbing and painting) integrated with the other subs. Our basement is beautiful, functional and will last a long time.

I can't say enough about this company and their professionalism. I was very impressed and extremely happy with my kitchen and all the other things I added on because I felt so much confidence that it would be done properly. Suzette e-mailed us every night to let us know what would be happening the next day. Our job was completed when promised.She was so friendly, it was like talking to one of my family every time I saw her. She is also on site everyday making sure her workers are doing what is expected of them. My reno was completed in Oct/13 and I just "LOVE" my new kitchen, my whole new painted house, new baseboards,crown mouldings etc.The price I paid was also a phenominal great price!! Couldn't compare, It was better than any other quotes I received . Suzette even went with us to pick out our floors, counters, backsplashes and all borders. If I ever decide to do more renovations, she would be the first person I call. My Brother also had jobs done by her and was very satisfied as well. I have given her name out quite a bit to friends and family!! Very, very satisfied with this company!!

This is the second renovation done by Germano Creative in my home.

Again, I found Suzette to be honest and professional. Her attention to detail in preparing the proposal, in daily project updates, and in the final price breakdown, was very much appreciated. I always knew what was happening, when, as Suzette would, daily, either be here on site or email updates.

She seemed to know that I was uncomfortable choosing some design items as I have difficulty "envisioning" the final look. To my surprise, Suzette took me shopping for tile and granite and helped me choose what, ultimately, looks wonderful! I so much appreciated this advice and "personal" touch.

I will, definitely, hire Germano Creative for my next renovation.

If you're looking for a cookie cutter basement renovation with a lightning fast completion schedule that gets the job done according to someone else's vision for design and materials then Suzette Mariz and Germano Construction IS NOT the choice for you!

If, however, you want a company that comes in and, right from the very beginning, works with you to achieve the results that YOU imagine, then Germano deserves your attention.

From the moment Suzette walked into our home, we had an intuitive sense that we would work well together. She took way more time than any other company in the beginning stages of listening, measuring and planning the best possible use of our space.

From the very beginning of the project to the end (today!) Suzette kept us informed of work schedules, who would be coming and going and when she would be on site. She provided daily updates and gave us ample time to make decisions that needed to be made along the way.

The worksite was cleaned at the end of each day and we were able to live our lives without worrying about what was happening downstairs.

Suzette worked with the Town on parking easements, permits and inspections. This was truly her project.

You often hear about projects going overtime and over budget. In our case, Suzette kept both on track and our project has been completed on time and on budget!

But there are two very important things with which I'm walking away. First, we have a basement that we're very proud of. The attention to detail and finesse along the way has left us looking forward to many years of living in this space.

Second, we have developed a relationship with someone who is passionate about their work, knows their stuff and has a great eye for design.

For our next project, we will skipping the search and estimate phase and contacting Germano Construction!

Over a year has passed and everyday when i go into my basement i am still impressed with the job thank you suzzette

Hi Suzette,

I just wanted you to know how much we love our basement you finished for us in April 2013. We couldn't be more pleased with the finished result. We would definitely be calling in the future for any further projects, we wouldn't even bother to shop around (why would we, we found the best!) Not only did we find a wonderful contractor but we gained a wonderful caring friend. I have and will continue to recommend you~~Thank you so much for the beautiful job~~On a scale from 1-10 you are definitely an 11 :)

Leslie & Ron

What I love about Suzette is that she doesn't just take your plans and execute. She makes sure that they make sense. She provides you with her advice and explains why she would recommend certain changes. She is also very detail orientated, a good communicator, and she always follows up on what her tradespeople are doing to ensure that it is top quality. Our basement reno turned out fantastic! It was a self-contained apartment for my in-laws, complete with kitchen, living room, bedroom, and bathroom (with laundry). Details like rounded wall corners (so the kids running down the hall don't catch a corner) were always great. The materials and workmanship were top-notch. The project finished on time and on budget, since every change that is made (whether additions or subtractions) are catalogued as they are made. The price wasn't the cheapest of all of the quotes we got, but the saying "you get what you pay for" is pretty true and your home is perhaps your biggest investment. We would have liked Suzette to be the one to finish the last room (removed from the original work due to financial constraints), but the cost was too much to bring everyone in from Guelph. One thing I would like to see is a team of tradespeople more local to the GTA, so that small jobs could be done at a better price point. We would recommend Suzette and her team to anyone doing a reno in the GTA (West).

Suzette was very responsive and stayed on top of her contractors to ensure that I was satisfied with the services. The most important aspect of my experience was Suzette's diligence in addressing issues after the work was finished. Every project has touch ups and minor flaws - the key is how they are addressed. Suzette stayed on top of me and her contractors to make sure that any concerns I had were addressed as promptly as possible. I recommend her company!

We very much enjoyed working with Germano , they are very professional and knowledgable about the business. The Owner Suzzette is extremely hard working and always available to discuss the project , we were very pleased especially with the creativity that Suzette brought to the process.

We have worked with Germano on a couple of occasions - once with the complete renovation of our basement ( Full bedroom , ensuite bathroom , game room , Bar , stone fireplace and large sitting room) and the other occasion was a complete tear down and replace of the main washroom . We were THRILLED with both and continue to receive compliments !!!!

We HIGHLY recommend Germano Creative Interior .

Glenn and Martina

We worked with Suzette in the past to have our basement renovated. Since then, we have worked with other contractors in our new home, for both external and internal work and Suzette is by far the best contractor we have ever dealt with.

Now, having hired several contractors, we realize that she is a diamond in the rough in the world of general contracting. We would more than highly recommend her and hope to work with her again soon.

I am so pleased with the installation of bamboo flooring and baseboards on the main level in my home. Suzette impressed me on our very first visit . Not knowing how to continue, and asking very basic questions, she answered these thoroughly and in a manner that I understood. I found Suzette a professional, caring and friendly individual. Her attention to detail in scheduling her friendly and professional tradespeople for the installation of flooring, electrical, plumbing, carpentry and painting needs, were excellent! All was completed in a timely fashion. Suzette was on site, daily, providing me with updates for the next stages of work. On the day of completion, the cleanup was personal and impeccable! Since this project, I have requested other information I needed and thought that she might suggest a contact. My e-mails were answered immediately. Over the two weeks of her care and concern for my home, we shared stories of family and children--what a wonderful connection! All who have seen what Suzette has done for me are very impressed. I have, and will, continue to recommend Germano Creative Interior Contracting Ltd. to friends and acquaintances. What a very worthwhile and positive experience this has been!! Thank you, Suzette!!

Germano Creative were a pleasure to have in our home. The sub-contractors were all very courteous and the quality of their work was excellent. The finished bathroom was exactly what my husband and I had envisioned. Suzette was always ready to consult with us and to ensure that what we reguested was accomplished . Suzette accepted only top quality work from all of her sub-contractors and she tried to work according to our schedule. We have had contractors in the past for various projects-- but we highly recommend Suzette and her company as the best. My husband and myself will certainly consider her company for any further renovations.

A very satisfied customer,

Naomi and Will

Suzette was extremely patient, answered all of my questions and gave me several options to stay within my budget. My project was small however Suzette never made us feel that it was a waste of her time and made sure that the work was done when she said it would be. We are very pleased with the ceiling and would recommend Germano to anyone! T.Kirkpatrick

Working with Suzette with great. She was always a step ahead. Our project was completed as desired and on time. We absolutely love our new basement and would not hesitate to use Germano Creative again for our next project.

Dealing with Suzette was the best experience my wife & I have had with a contractor. We spent a lot of time with Suzette before finalizing the renovations, she was very patient with us and offered valuable & insightfull ideas & suggestions for us to consider. During the construction schedule Suzette would take the time (at the end of every day) to send us an email covering the days progress, any minor hurdles they encountered and what they would be working on the next day. We looked forward to reading these summaries every night, it was great and we felt very connected to the project. Her post sales service has also been exceptional and we feel that she has our best interests, first and foremost in her mind. We have other renovations in mind and when we're ready, Suzette will be the first person we call.

I was scared when it came time to finish my basement because I had no idea who should I hire that would be truthful and competent towards my project, but I rested all my worries when I got a reference to contact Germano Creative. My contractor was able to run my ideas, add new and better ones, inspector and/or correct any difficulties, keep in touch with us at all times and finish the project within the established time.

I can say that for being my first time in running a project this big, I was satisfied with the overall results.