It’s not a question of ‘likely to recommend Strite design + remodel’. We highly recommend Strite design + remodel. I am a perfectionist in our family, obsessed with details and cleanliness. Strite design + remodel exceeded my expectations of thoroughness and cleanliness from the beginning of the design stage to the completion of the project. The plans, description of work and remodel agreement were complete and accurate. Prior to starting, we had a pre-construction meeting where we were presented with a detailed project notebook complete with plans, description of work, remodel agreement and tabs for the weekly reports, calendar, (job schedule), specifications and billing statements, as well as a list of trades and vendors, contact information and their job responsibilities. The Project Manager, Production Coordinator and Design/Architect were all at the meeting, making sure our concerns were addressed prior to the start date and that we were all on the same page.
This commitment to meeting our expectations, as mentioned above, continued throughout the project. Written weekly reports keeping us informed and addressing our questions were provided. Hence, we are elated with the entire process and, the ultimate result, our beautiful, functional, new Primary Bathroom.

I would recommend Strite for their professionalism, access to a good contractor and subs who show up on time and stay with the schedule and their quality work. If I could have changed anything about the process it would be the design and planning. I would have either asked for more hours in the budget for design or hired my own designer prior to starting the remodel. The Strite designer was very nice and knowledgable but I was disappointed that she never came to my house to see the style of our home and give suggestions. She met me to choose the tile, flooring and cabinets but not the lighting or plumbing fixtures and we still went an hour over budget. She also did not have my budget numbers or my measurements when we met but I did have my copy of the drawings in my car. That planning period in our remodel process was the most confusing for me. Ultimately we ended up with very nice results. I was happy with how everything came together. All of the subs who came to our house were nice, their work was excellent, the Strite contractor was great and we stayed on schedule.

I loved having Eric as my single POC and project manager. He took care of everything and I never had to deal directly with the contractors that were doing work on my house.

I've used Strite on three projects: a basement remodel, a garage remodel, and a bathroom remodel. In each instance the work they did was of excellent quality and professionally done. They worked quickly and consistently from beginning to end of each project, with excellent communication between Strite and I and between Strite and subcontractors (including plumber, electricians, painters, and tile installers).

I have done 2 different remodels with Strite and would use them again. Their design team is amazing at putting ideas into reality. Communication was exceptional; we knew what was happening every day and we were always able to communicate directly with our project manager. Materials were of exceptional quality, and all their contractors were polite as well as true experts in their fields.

The Strite team has always provided us with great service!

We have already recommended Strite to friends and family.

They understand historic homes and the details that make them unique

I used Strite for a smaller job, opening up some doorways in my kitchen and dining room and adding structural support for my 1909 kitchen floor that had a 1 1/2 inch drop to one side. What I noticed most about working with them was what was missing. I didn't have to worry, be bothered about their leaving a mess, or have uncomfortable conversations quality. I wish life was always like this.

Michael is a strong communicator and designer--works with the era of the house.

We have nothing but good things to say about Strite. Will definitely tell anyone who asks that we would use them again.

The work is exceptional, the team is responsive, good at solving problems and always positive.

Problem Resolution

Problem Resolution - Excellent.

Additional Comments

Additional Comments - This is the 2nd job where I’ve hired Strite. I knew it would get done to my satisfaction (and it did). The process was be a pleasant one and worth the money spent.

Communication

Communication - Sara did a good job keeping us updated weekly. However, we were told that Matt would be our on-site project manager, but that got switched for some reason and Ed started showing up before we realized that he was our new project manager.

Problem Resolution

Problem Resolution - Ed was good to help resolve issues. Some things he just took care of himself.

Very happy with project.

Additional Comments

Additional Comments - Great experience in six projects over 12-15 years.

After some extensive research, we decided on Strite for the major remodel of our newly purchased fixer-upper. We could not have been happier. Strite delivered exactly what they promised in the most professional and timely manner. From the initial design (thank you, Michael and Sara), to the construction, to the finishing touches, we were continually impressed by the efficiency and knowledge of everyone involved. As with nearly every remodel, we encountered some unexpected issues, but the team of Strite was able to quickly and efficiently deal with and resolve them. Having worked in Historic building preservation in Germany, my standards were pretty high. Strite met and exceeded my expectations. Thank you, Bob, Carl Jon, Jaman, Matt, and everyone else involved!

Areas Of Satisfaction

Areas Of Satisfaction - We were very impressed with the efficiency and knowledge of everyone involved. We were a little stressed, not knowing what to expect once we started demolition, but Bob and Jon Mundy were so reassuring and quick to come up with great solutions whenever we encountered a problem. It made the entire process of remodeling so much less stressful.

Lead Source

Lead Source - Strite has been around Boise for a long time and is well known for their quality. Over the years, we have seen their signs around town, spoken with friends who had used Strite.

Areas For Improvement

Areas For Improvement - Tried to keep costs low with new electrician subcontractor who did not deliver. But strite stepped in on a Sunday and took care of it to make good on the work.

Areas Of Satisfaction

Areas Of Satisfaction - Very professional. Loved the interim kitchen.

Lead Source

Lead Source - Coworker.

Additional Comments

Additional Comments - This was my first remodel and it was so much better than I expected.

Strite has a very efficient and effective work force. Any issues are resolved quickly and the end product is as advertised.

Areas For Improvement

Areas For Improvement - Strite did a great all around job!

Areas Of Satisfaction

Areas Of Satisfaction - Strite's quality of work is very good. The delivered to the letter of the contract and were open to additions along the wya if they came up. Communication is easy via email.

Lead Source

Lead Source - Previously worked with them on another home.

Areas Of Satisfaction

Areas Of Satisfaction - They said and did what they promised to do. Overall a quality job.

Lead Source

Lead Source - Internet and word of mouth

We are always pleased with the Strite Design Team. They are so knowledgeable and professional. They are a joy to have in our home and we have never had a concern with them or their subs.

Areas For Improvement

Areas For Improvement - If we had a concern (which we did) they were here in a very timely manner to look over the situation and do the appropriate repairs.

Areas Of Satisfaction

Areas Of Satisfaction - In our home, we know nothing about repairs, remodels or that type of thing. We know the Strite Team will take care of all things and we are worry free.

Lead Source

Lead Source - Reputation around town.

Additional Comments

Additional Comments - We have respect for the whole Strite Team. A pleasure to have in our home.

Areas Of Satisfaction

Areas Of Satisfaction - We had confidence in the STRITE team and appreciated their process. Our project manager was very helpful and did a lot of extra work for us at our house (fixing holes in the drywall, paint touch-ups, etc). He interacted really well with our young children and we felt comfortable having him in our home. The finished product is amazing! We love our new laundry room, shower, and mud room. It has really changed the way our house functions for us. We have some other projects we want to do in the future and we will definitely use STRITE.

Lead Source

Lead Source - Our neighbors used STRITE and were very happy with them.

Areas Of Satisfaction

Areas Of Satisfaction - I was most satisfied with the way the crews handled themselves on the job and put things together, even when the weather wasn't good.

Lead Source

Lead Source - We have an architect friend who recommended them to us.

Additional Comments

Additional Comments - So far, the job looks great.

Areas Of Satisfaction

Areas Of Satisfaction - I was most satisfied with how they listened. That is really important. My wife had an idea of what she wanted, and they listened to us.

Lead Source

Lead Source - I knew about them from their reputation.

Additional Comments

Additional Comments - They are a top-notch company.

Areas Of Satisfaction

Areas Of Satisfaction - I appreciate Strite's professionalism and impeccable organization. Everything about a project is clearly summed up in a project binder and carefully reviewed. This project book has proven to be a valuable reference tool throughout a project.

Lead Source

Lead Source - Saw a sign in the north end

The entire STRITE crew was efficient and professional. From inception to finish, we felt like we were a valued client and not just a cash cow. They listened to what we wanted and provided valuable professional advice and suggestions. They provided the initial bid at their own risk and stayed within the negotiated scope of work and costs. We would not hesitate to use STRITE again or to recommend them to others.

Areas Of Satisfaction

Areas Of Satisfaction - The load-bearing job in our attic was excellent. The steps taken to prevent the project from interfering with the rest of the house weres excellent. All the workers were courteous, pleasant, and professional.

Lead Source

Lead Source - Internet and phone book

Expertise

Expertise - The overview of our experience is: 1.) We're pleased with the result2.) Strite brought certain design ideas (e.g., eliminating the powder room shower) and capabilities that had major positive effects on the outcome3.) However, along the way, the project required levels of client oversight and intervention that were greater than expected ... particularly given the early investments in planning / decision-making and the substantial premiums (23% profit margin, 30% mark-up on expenditures) paid to Strite.

Schedule

Schedule - In light of the unknowns inherent in a comprehensive remodel, Strite developed realistic schedules kept the project moving on-pace.

Problem Resolution

Problem Resolution - Agility relative to changes and adaptations was a strength. There were no instances in which we experienced Strite as being inflexible or prescriptive. The unexpected code issue relative to powder room code issue relative sink / toilet clearance is a good example: the matter was disclosed quickly, in clear terms, and supported by a fully developed, immediately approvable solution.

Value

Value - Fair value: yes. But for the premium charged, the standard might appropriately be outstanding, exceptional or at least well above average.

Lead Source

Lead Source - Exclusively from an internet search of residential remodeling service providers.The web site design was clean and the content was substantive, suggesting an organization with an identity, purpose and supporting culture.

I have worked with various contractors over the years and this was definitely the most problem free project I have been involved with. I never felt I had to watch over Strite to make sure things were done correctly. Their craftmanship and attention to detail is impeccable. Everyone I dealt with was friendly, professional and highly skilled at their job. Thank you!!

Areas For Improvement

Areas For Improvement - My expectations were surpassed.

Areas Of Satisfaction

Areas Of Satisfaction - Strite's communication skills and quality of work are most impressive.

Lead Source

Lead Source - Through interior designer, Tracy Cochran.

Areas For Improvement

Areas For Improvement - We just weren't sure about the timing in terms of getting used to their schedule, but it was not problematic for us at all. We didn't realize we weren't their only job going on at the time.

Areas Of Satisfaction

Areas Of Satisfaction - I was satisfied with the quality and the quality of the guys that they had out here, Matt was top notch.

Lead Source

Lead Source - Strite has a reputation around town here.

Strite Design and Remodel staff were professional and very patient in helping design our nearly whole house remodel. They efficiently managed the construction phase with an excellent cadre of trades people to accomplish the difficult task of converting a 55-year-old house into a modern home. We would recommend anyone planning a major remodel consider Strite Remodel and Design./vert happy with results and quality of the workmanship. We would recommend them to anyone considering a remode to give Strite a chance

Areas For Improvement

Areas For Improvement - Communications fell a little short of our expections during the punchlist phase. Response to our phone calls and e-mails were slower than expected.There were a number of work items for which we paid vendors directly. In these cases Strite provided estimates of costs by the job (materials and labor). One vendor did not alert us when we'd greatly exceeded the estimated cost of a job and by the time we were aware of the cost, it was too late to change our selection. If Strite has not done so, they should communicate with issue with the vendor.

Areas Of Satisfaction

Areas Of Satisfaction - We ended up with a good design because of the excellent interactions during design phase. The construction phase went well because of the friendly and courteous Strite construction staff and support personnel. With the exception of a very minor incident, it was a pleasure working with the individual trades contractors -- their expertise and care was unsurpassed. They were very conscientious about cleaning up after each day (this was mentioned and appreciated by our neighbors).

Lead Source

Lead Source - From Northend neighborhood remodel signs

Areas Of Satisfaction

Areas Of Satisfaction - I was most satisfied with their professionalism and courtesy.

Lead Source

Lead Source - I heard about STRITE design + remodel through people I work with.

Areas For Improvement

Areas For Improvement - Timeline was a little off.

Areas Of Satisfaction

Areas Of Satisfaction - Quality Product

Lead Source

Lead Source - Online

Additional Comments

Additional Comments - Overall I was very pleased with Strite, professional/good quality.

I've had several projects done by Strite and have been extremely pleased with all the results. The crew's attention to detail (even when it comes to daily cleanup) was great. I appreciated the weekly email progress reports.

Areas Of Satisfaction

Areas Of Satisfaction - The quality of work done on all the projects Strite has done for me, and within a reasonable budget amount.

Lead Source

Lead Source - Knew the owner many years ago

Value

Value - I had nothing to compare it to.

Areas Of Satisfaction

Areas Of Satisfaction - I liked the cleanliness of the work area.

Lead Source

Lead Source - I honestly don't remember; it was 20 years ago.

Areas Of Satisfaction

Areas Of Satisfaction - I was satisfied with the appearance of the finished product inside and out.

Lead Source

Lead Source - A friend of mine whose kitchen was done by Strite design + remodel.

Areas Of Satisfaction

Areas Of Satisfaction - Strite was able to give us expert design recommendations while keeping the costs within our budget.

Lead Source

Lead Source - Recommended from Lisa Kaye, previous customer.

The Strite Team has the eye to visualize what is best for the particular space being worked on. They are a joy to have in your home working to make things better.

Areas For Improvement

Areas For Improvement - Everything was great. I always enjoy working with the Strite team.

Areas Of Satisfaction

Areas Of Satisfaction - I like the way they utilize every inch of space to be useful space.

Lead Source

Lead Source - Reputation

Areas Of Satisfaction

Areas Of Satisfaction - Nice courteous people. I felt comfortable with them being in my house. They listened and acted on my concerns and questions. The remodel looks great.

Lead Source

Lead Source - From a friend, then saw them at a home show.

Areas Of Satisfaction

Areas Of Satisfaction - The professionalism with which they do business - meet deadlines, quality of workmanship, helpfulness in determining good design decisions, efforts to go out of the way in the area of customer service.

Lead Source

Lead Source - STRITE completed an earlier addition project for us in 2004.

Additional Comments

Additional Comments - We highly recommend STRITE design + remodel.

Areas For Improvement

Areas For Improvement - We're are still waiting on a replacement fan.

Areas Of Satisfaction

Areas Of Satisfaction - I was satisfied overall. Everything was fine.

Lead Source

Lead Source - From a friend.

Schedule

Schedule - The job went 1 week and 1 day over schedule.

Areas Of Satisfaction

Areas Of Satisfaction - The granite and tile work was done well.

Lead Source

Lead Source - From a friend.

Punchlist

Punchlist - The project manager not being present towards the end.

Areas For Improvement

Areas For Improvement - Probably just the project management. They seemed too busy to finish the small tasks toward the end.

Areas Of Satisfaction

Areas Of Satisfaction - The design of the room and Michael Snow was excellent. Also the problem solution by Bob, the company president, was excellent. He actually came to finish the work himself.

Lead Source

Lead Source - We went to a home re-model tour hosted in Boise.

Our experience with STRITE design + remodel was excellent. STRITE design + remodel was very communicative with us; they told us what was going to happen and when it was going to happen. They gave us specific start and end dates and the work was completed within that time fame. Their work was exceptional. Also, they did a great job cleaning up the job site at the end of each day so we could continue living in our home. We are very satisfied.

Areas Of Satisfaction

Areas Of Satisfaction - STRITE design + remodel did a great job. We were satisfied with the personal relationships with everyone we worked with. There was really good communication in scheduling and explaining everything to us. We are very happy with the work; the work is very excellent and exceptional. All the work that they did was very professional and on schedule. We were kept in the loop during the whole process.

Lead Source

Lead Source - I saw their advertisement.

I am satisfied with the quality of work that STRITE design + remodel offers. STRITE design + remodel did what they said they would do. If I needed work done, I would certainly use STRITE design + remodel again. They stand behind their work.

Areas Of Satisfaction

Areas Of Satisfaction - I am satisfied with the quality of the work. They did what they said what they would do. They are also always there when you need them.

Lead Source

Lead Source - I heard about their reputation.

STRITE design + remodel puts the customers first. They are very conscientiousness. They do the best they can with the budget that the customer provides them and they do not exceed that budget unless the customer approves it. They work very hard to meet the customer's needs.

Areas Of Satisfaction

Areas Of Satisfaction - I think they put the customer first and they are professional. What the customer can afford/need/want comes first and they do their best for them. I also found them, when we had any problems, they were johnny-on-the-spot. They were even there on the weekends if there was a leak or something.

Lead Source

Lead Source - My brother and I grew up in this house and my brother does construction with buildings and he knew about STRITE and knew they were good. He wanted to hire someone that would do a good job and they did just that. If I had done the research myself I may not have hired them because they are a little more expensive but it was really worth it.

Problem Resolution

Problem Resolution - I had a problem with a pipe freezing last winter and the president of the company himself came out to trouble shoot that issue - despite the fact that it was not his company's work that resulted in the problem.

Employees & Subcontractors

Employees & Subcontractors - There was an issue with one employee of a subcontractor on this job whose behavior (but not workmanship) was unprofessional. Strite took care of the problem immediately, and when I had a subsequent, unrelated issue that needed attention from that subcontractor the owner of the company addressed it himself.

Areas For Improvement

Areas For Improvement - Having worked with them before, I was familiar with their work practices and my expectations were met at every turn.

Areas Of Satisfaction

Areas Of Satisfaction - The quality of their workmanship is second to none. From the tile installer who spent the time to map out several patterns for the tile on my fireplace front to the project manager who took care of every minute detail, it is obvious that each member of their team takes pride in their particular skills and is dedicated to doing the best job possible.

Lead Source

Lead Source - I was a previous customer of theirs. I first heard about them from a friend of a friend whose house they had worked on several times.

Areas Of Satisfaction

Areas Of Satisfaction - The actual product.

Lead Source

Lead Source - Recommendation

Areas Of Satisfaction

Areas Of Satisfaction - Professional quality throughout whole process; on time, on budge, just good people to work with.

Lead Source

Lead Source - Referral many years ago.

Areas Of Satisfaction

Areas Of Satisfaction - The design. Also their expertise,ideas, knowledge, and thoroughness were wonderful.

Additional Comments

Additional Comments - Quality contractor. Recommend highly.

Areas Of Satisfaction

Areas Of Satisfaction - The people were very nice and easy to work with.

Additional Comments

Additional Comments - We were very happy and delighted.