Reviews of local pros in Aptos, California

As a fellow professional, I’ve seen firsthand how Andrew runs Talmadge Construction — with transparency, care, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. The Talmadge team treats trades, designers, and clients like true partners, and the results speak for themselves. Andrew and his team have an amazing ability to see potential where others see problems, and their eye for design and steady hand in project management make them one of the best in the business. Beautiful work, smooth processes, and a reputation that’s well-deserved. Homeowners couldn’t be in better hands.

We recently had our home remodeled by Talmadge Construction, and we couldn't be more thrilled with the results. From start to finish, their professionalism and attention to detail were top notch. Their crew was professional, respectful of our property and they all were very skilled at their craft. They exceeded our expectations on everything. Communication was always excellent and they really listened to our needs and concerns. We really appreciated on how they communicated with our neighbors concerns as well. We were so happy working with their excellent design team. They were so fun and knowledgeable They were creative and had excellent attention to detail. They really listened to and helped us work out a beautiful design. We are so beyond happy with our newly remodeled home. We have received so many compliments from friends, family and neighbors. We highly recommend Talmadge Construction for your construction and remodeling needs.

Thank you Team Talmadge for our beautiful home addition and remodel, we are beyond thrilled with the results! The Talmadge team took care of everything from design to permitting to construction with care and attention to detail. They made our dream home a reality and everyone was so great to work with. I highly recommend Talmadge Construction. We had no surprises, just the utmost professionalism, impeccable planning and remarkable craftsmanship.

I was always apprehensive about hiring a contractor but I must say, with Costa Bella, every penny was worth it! Jeff visited us for a sunroom project, he said he could do it but he recommended instead another company that specializes in sunrooms and would be much cheaper. A few months later, when we decided to remodel our master bathroom, we called Jeff because he had earned our trust. Everyone delivered stellar service and top quality work and on time!
Justin, the foreman is as precise as a Swiss clock. He kept me informed about everything without me worrying about anything. If I texted him a question, he would respond immediately.
Vit is a genius, he can walk around and juggle the numbers in his sleep, he made some awesome recommendations when we were not sure, he is incredibly knowledgeable.
Jose is strong enough to demolish your bathroom, but he can build a beautiful new one and always with a smile.
Chris is quiet but he is obsessed with precision and let me tell you, that is ok with me.
Raoul is the Da Vinci of the group, he does the electrical, the plumbing and can tackle anything, his talent is impressive.
All the subcontractors were polite, on time, respectful and efficient, this is why you pay Costa Bella to do the work, they provide top notch workers and they deliver!
I can't believe what I am about to say: They were all like family and they will be missed!

Doesn't pick up phone. Mailbox full and I can't leave a message.

From the beginning to the end the team focused on detail and making it right for the customer. Their schedules are credible and if anything pushes out you are told and why! The refreshing thing was nothing was hidden .. costs or when something is discovered none of us knew about!
They come up with a plan and remedy. Our original quote was pretty close to estimates with exception s fee adds by us and discovery of two windows that needed to be replaced!
They are fun, keep the mess in order snd cleaned each visit and do excellent work. They are a family not just random people coming in and out! Highly recommend them in a remodel.
Btw also patient when you add on or change your mind:)

I can't say enough great things about our experience working with Vitt, Jeff and the Costa Bella team. We started out planning a kitchen remodel that quickly expanded to the rest of the lower level as we wanted a more usable layout. From our first meeting, it was clear that they were a good fit for us after we had met with several other contractors. They got right to work, with an ambitious but realistic schedule that synced up with our planned vacation. Vitt was communicative every step of the way, was patient with my many questions and minor changes to the plan, was conscientious about cost as we explored our options, and went out of his way to make sure everything turned out just like we wanted it. In the end, we couldn't have been happier with the finished product. It was exactly as I had envisioned and designed it with exceptional care taken to every detail. They finished on schedule and were responsive for the few minor followup items that came up. We are excited to work with them on the many future projects we have in mind. I recommend Costa Bella wholeheartedly to anyone doing a new build or remodel and looking for high-quality, professional work.

The crew was great! Their work is awesome! They stayed within budget. No surprises. Backed us up when a supplier sent a subpar product. Answered their calls and texts and use this cool app which allows you to see pics and prices of all work that is done. 5++ stars.

i wish we could give 10 stars, not just 5 stars. We've heard lots of horror stories about remodels. And I'm very happy to say that our experience with Costa Bella was the exact opposite. Our remodel was finished on time and on budget. And Vitt's entire team is customer service focused, so they made sure that all of the details were right.

We just moved back in (after a six month take-it-down-to-the-studs remodel). The whole house looks great. Just like we had hoped and expected.

We had met with several firms before selecting Costa Bella. And we're so happy that we made the right choice. Kudos to Vitt and his entire team.

Costa Bella Builders was the perfect partner for our home remodel! From beginning to end Jeff, Vitt, and Justin’s communication was clear, direct, helpful, and proactive. Their use of an online project management platform meant that we were never left wondering what was happening on any given day or what was next on the to-do list. Like most remodels, there were unexpected issues that needed to be addressed, but the CBB team was quick to offer solutions and keep the project on schedule. We were living onsite for the project and can attest that the CBB crew and all subs were punctual, efficient, polite, and kept the job site clean. They were so kind, put up with our constant questions, crazy kids, curious cats, and barking dogs! I can’t say enough good things about CBB and recommend them to everyone embarking on a construction project.

This is a great firm with dependable electricians. The technician finished the job safely and made sure that all the circuits were working correctly. Very happy.

We did a great job of fixing the electrical problems. The electrician fixed the problem swiftly and told us how to avoid it in the future.

Electrical worker who works quickly and professionally. They quickly figured out what was wrong with my circuit switch and fixed it.

Excellent, on-time electrician service. Consistent communication and professionalism.

I had a breaker that kept tripping, and the electrician fixed it in no time. Very polite and explained what caused it. He even looked at the rest of the panel to be sure there were no hidden issues.

Their wiring of our new house addition matched the old system properly. Seamless integration.

Electrical services for housewide outlet installations were arranged. The job was meticulous and code-compliant. The technician was polite and skilled. Highly recommend this electrician.

Professional crew!! They did a great job installing a Tesla charger. The home charger was installed, registered and synced up to my WiFi within hours.

Showed up and got the job done! And explained everything.

Professional, knew a lot about electrical and was honest about what services we needed. They didn't try to sell us stuff that we really didn't need. Definitely using them in the future.

Came to our home On Time and fixed outdoor outlet so easily and fast. They were very friendly and also gave us good tips and advice. I recommend!