BRJ Builders

My wife and I hired BRJ Builders to perform a near gut renovation on our VT cabin after it suffered a catastrophic water leak. After a terrible experience during a previous renovation, we were wary of going through the whole process again. My wife and I are delighted to report that Ben John exceeded even our highest hopes. From the beginning, his communication was prompt, clear, and organized. He was upfront and honest when there were a couple inevitable delays in procuring material and finding qualified subcontractors. It was clear that Ben John held all his subcontractors to exacting standards, as they were all reliable and did excellent work. What stood out most about Ben John was his attention to detail, an early sign of which is that he always spelled my wife’s name correctly in communications. (My wife’s name does not follow the typical spelling; there are members of my family who still don’t get it right, and our previous contractor got it consistently wrong. As such, it’s become a kind of litmus test for attention to detail.) Everywhere in his work there is evidence of this trait. Things that could be easily square cut were carefully mitered; not one tiny strip of masking tape seemed to have eluded him. Where he found preexisting work that was not up to his standards, he corrected it. It clearly bothered him when something wasn’t quite right, however subtle, and he was quick to propose inventive solutions. In one brilliant flourish, he plugged some holes in our wood plank floors with pennies before applying polyurethane. He knew we would love this personal touch, and that’s the other thing we appreciated about Ben John - he got to know our preferences and end goals, and helped us get there by making thoughtful suggestions based on his years of experience. My wife and I originally wanted to stain our floors a dark shade; Ben explained that he thought a simple polyethylene treatment would add light and warmth. We ultimately went with Ben’s suggestion and are delighted with the result. During the renovation, my wife and I were often preoccupied with a family emergency and could only make sporadic site vists. Ben John understood that we were less hands-on clients, and he respected our time by not bothering us with minutia, relying on his own excellent design discretion. The punch list was endless in our previous renovation. With Ben John, it came down to barely anything. We’re so glad we went with BRJ Builders and we look forward to hiring him again for future projects!

We had a bathroom that needed a complete gut (right down to and including the joists and supports) and total rebuild/remodel due to water damage from a back-up and slow leak. It was a tough and dirty job, but the BRJ crew handled it with aplomb. Once work began it proceeded quickly and smoothly, finishing in about two working weeks, which was amazing considering the amount of work that needed to be done on this project. Ben and Neil and the rest of the crew were totally professional and a joy to work with, going above and beyond, even tackling some adjacent concerns while still coming in on time and under budget(!). The final product speaks for itself: rock solid, looking great (like a whole new room, really), and a pleasure to use now. Highly recommended!

BRJ recently finished renovating our kitchen as well as removing a vinyl sunroom and replacing it with a stickbuilt structure. We cannot say enough good things about the entire project start to finish. Our kitchen is now a dream come true, both functional and beautiful. Our sunroom is better than we could have imagined. First and foremost, the crew and sub-contractors at BRJ Builders were not only highly skilled but also incredibly kind and respectful. It was evident that they genuinely cared about the work they were doing and ensuring that we were satisfied every step of the way. I'm a teacher and therefore, was often home before their work for the day was complete. Every single person who came to work treated my home as if it were their own and me with the utmost respect. We loved getting to know the crew and while I'm happy to have a complete project, I'll admit we missed them when they left. Additionally, I was consistently impressed by how tidy the crew left our house each day. Despite the inevitable chaos that comes with a construction project, they took great care to clean up after themselves, leaving our space organized and livable. It made a significant difference in maintaining our peace of mind throughout the renovation process. My dog and children were still able to play and live and I didn't spend my time worried. Most importantly, the finished project exceeded all of our expectations. The attention to detail and craftsmanship demonstrated by BRJ Builders was truly remarkable. Every aspect of the renovation was meticulously executed, resulting in a beautifully finished space that we are proud to call our own. I have essentially become a walking salesman for BRJ, happily handing out Ben's contact information to anyone who might have a project in mind. Overall, I cannot recommend BRJ Builders highly enough. Their kind crew, commitment to craftsmanship, and top-notch planning make them a standout choice for any construction project. If you're looking for a team that will exceed your expectations and leave you with a stunning finished product, look no further.