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Mike made many promises but did not fulfill them. His work was sloppy, they left garbage everywhere. He claimed he purchased material but we never got it. We ended our contract with him when he asked for more $ when he didn’t complete work. Decided to cut our losses. We do not recommend this contractor. Now we are left with an unfinished project!!
As per Curtis from Baltimore’s Review we had the same experience unfortunately. We had a contract to build a good portion of our new home and Mike clearly stated a time frame but it took them 3 times as long and was never fully completed. We had several issues through this whole project.
Inconsistent in work quality - Foundation and Framing was good but the exterior was disappointing and the deck was never built.
Unreliable as many days no one even showed up and many other times only 1 or 2 of the workers showed up and they fell far behind as they were quite slow. Cleanliness was a little to be desired.
Untrustworthy - we received some invoices with a number of charges that he never discussed with us as well I had asked for a few receipts and which he never provided them.
Lack of communication - as per contract with the foundation and pouring the basement concrete, some aspects of the job he did not do and when we questioned it Mike advised that job was not included in the contract which completely surprised us so it cost us more money, and the labour had to be done by my son.
Mike approached me near the end of the project to discuss a personal finance issue and asked for the remaining balance owing and promised me to fix and complete the remaining exterior items. He came back only 1 day and then never returned. We now have to hire someone else to fix what was not done correctly and complete other items. I called and texted him but he never replied or communicated back. Very unprofessional and would not recommend.
Mike, Scott, and Sean did an amazing job turning our drab bathroom basement into a thing of beauty! The team worked well together and with us, asking questions along the way and always open to minor changes. They answer all questions honestly, are always where they say they're going to be at the time they give. There were no 'extra' costs associated with the job, and we paid what we were quoted, happily, I might add. We're so happy with the work performed by Mike Fraser Construction and Renovation that we're having them do more work in our home.
Started very promising but extremely disappointed how it unfolded and finished. We would not label him as a "trusted pro" and quite frankly he has some flaws in his business model that should be strongly considered. I don't believe he is a bad person but for the reasons below, I would suggest looking at alternative options:
- Very inconsistent in work quality as some items he completed were nice such as our backyard fence and others were pretty shotty (see pictures of barn door that is not level, doesn't fully close or open, never installed bottom bracket which I have to do now). Where is the professional standard and pride in your work?
- Disorganized and unprepared. Several times he had to leave to grab materials which one would assume would have already been prepared before showing up.
- Unreliable. Made several commitments that he didn't follow through on. Reviewed application with him a couple times and it still took several months to build a office divider with materials he already had. Ultimately didn't end up doing it.
- Quoted us around $1,600 for drawings/permits and then when we were invoiced it was $4,300. Spoke with the engineer and quote to Mike was provided in July prior to us moving in. He never communicated price increase over the last 5 months where at any moment we could've said no to proceeding with certain items.
- Moves at a very conservative pace and won't show up regularly. This isn't necessarily a flaw as people operate at different speeds but if he provides a timeline just know based on our experience it will be double.
He is currently avoiding me as there have been no responses to my emails, texts, or calls for the past week especially regarding the price discrepancy for drawings/permits. I don't enjoy this and I would hope as a business owner he'd have more integrity and professionalism to do the right thing.
Anyways, choose wisely as we probably got about $7-8K of work actually done (my opinion) and were charged $14K!
Mike and Jeremy stepped in last minute to finish a very poorly started extension -- They were really pleasant to work with, professional provided fair rates and got the job done well in short timelines!
We originally had Jeramie and Mike build a screened porch for us, and they did an amazing job. We subsequently had them replace the siding, soffits, facia and eaves. Barnworks treated our home like it was their own - they didn't take any short cuts, everything was done professionally and thoroughly. We will definitely use Barnworks for any future projects!
This was the most disappointing renovation we have ever experienced. We signed a contract on April 26/17 to have a two week bathroom reno done. The work did not start until just before Labour Day and did not finish until October 30/17.
The wall tiles are crooked and not properly edged, floor tiles are uneven and have sharp dangerous edges, silicone is messy, floor heat never tested, shower head not installed.
The delay was do to lack of work ethic on the part of the employee. He worked on a average of 10 hours per week.
Note that there is NO written warranty.
Final comments:
My wife: We wasted $20K. Rip it out and start again
Myself: I told them "I don't trust you or believe anything you say"
We chose Barnworks after interviewing a few contractors for our initial project of framing our basement. We were impressed with their professionalism and more importantly, how both Mike and Jeramie were sincerely concerned about our experience and satisfaction during the process. With a total comfort level we expanded our engagement with them to include crown moulding and wainscot for the main floor and stairways both up and down. From there, we just continued to add to the list of projects as our basement continued during renovation. It is important to note that they would offer up ideas or alternate suggestions on-going which we truly appreciated. We highly recommend their services and skill sets but I would encourage you contact them at your earliest opportunity as they are extremely popular. We love a contractor that shows up on time and completes the job at hand. A pleasure working with them.
At this point the garage footings and concrete walls are up. The walls are all back filled, and the framing will start in the next week.
Dealing with Mike & Jeramie has been a pleasure, they are very professional and helpful when asking for advice or questions about the project.
Mike Fraser Construction and Renovation has a TrustScore™ of 2.1. The average TrustScore™ for other businesses providing similar services in Cobourg and the surrounding areas is 3. For detailed information on how TrustScore is calculated, click here to learn more.
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Customer Reviews | Last 12 Months | All Time |
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Total Received | 0 | 17 |
Approved | 0 | 16 |
Unverified | 0 | 1 |
Suspicious | 0 | 0 |
Overall Rating | 4/5 |
Complaints Received | Last 12 Months | Last 3 Years |
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Suppliers & Creditors | 0 | 0 |
Employees & Sub-Contractors | 0 | 0 |
Transparency | |
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Posted License Information | Not yet provided |
Posted Liability Insurance | Not yet provided |
Posted Workers Compensation | Not yet provided |
Company Website | No |
Social Media Profiles | Not yet provided |
Endorsed by Peers | Not yet endorsed |
In Business Since | 2003 |
Member of TrustedPros Since | 2009 |
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Your home is the most important asset you have, so when you are ready to build or renovate, get yourself one of the best home improvement contractors in the business!
We specialize in residential home improvement and construction. We use the best materials available, and the procedures and techniques we follow are up to code, which ensure a quality product.
We are a fully licensed and insured Ontario home renovation contractor, and offer a warranty for all services provided. Most importantly, we work hard to finish each project on time and under budget.
Remodeling your house doesn't have to be a messy, stressful nightmare. Whether you choose Mike Fraser Construction and Renovations for your decks, kitchens, additions, or anything else you have in mind. Careful thought and planning is put into each project, to assure your renovation goes smoothly and stays within your budget and time frame.
We believe your renovation or addition should look like it has always been there, not an afterthought. Because carpentry is our expertise, we can custom make mouldings and doors to match your existing home. So whether you want kitchen renovations, crown molding, built-in bookcases, bathroom renovations, or that one of a kind basement, then we are the home renovation company for you!
Main contact(s) | Mike Fraser |
Alternate Phone Numbers | 905-396-8744, |
Listed with TrustedPros since: | 2009 |
Residential work | Yes |
Commercial work | Yes |
Warranty | We offer a 5 year warranty on all workmanship. |
Accepts credit cards | No |
Year established | 2003 |
Offers financing | No |
24 Hour emergency service | Yes |
Legal structure | Sole Proprietor |
Licensing information | Contact Mike Fraser Construction and Renovation to request licensing info. |
Insurance information | Contact Mike Fraser Construction and Renovation to request insurance details. |
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