Construction Company reviews in University Park, Maryland

We worked with Mike to build our recent addition in College Park and we're blown away by his professionalism, expertise, and the quality of his team's workmanship. Our previous owner had made some dangerous structural choices and Mike was able to navigate them all to make our family home safe and something that will definitely outlast us!

We had a small bathroom in a colonial style house built in the 40's. It needed to be modernized by someone who is experienced in taking touch complex tasks. Ankuva Construction, LLC came out on top of the various companies that we interviewed. Very prompt, responsive and accurate. The team was very organized and protected our home and work area against debris and damage during construction. They went far and wide to look for hard to find pieces that we needed. They made sure every piece fit nicely and look very good. They worked hard to make sure that we were pleased with the results. Thank you Ankuva for our new modern bathroom.

Ankuva Construction is exceptionally skilled, professional, and does superb work. I have worked with multiple contractors in the past and you will not find anyone as committed to the quality of their work as Mike, the owner of Ankuva. Mike expertly handled the needed structural repairs to our floor joists and beautifully made multiple cosmetic updates to our 100-year old house. Mike completely transformed our dated kitchen and existing bathroom, and built a brand new in suite bathroom. He also made excellent recommendations for the materials and designs that would work best for our home. Mike is also a skilled carpenter. He customized the crown molding in our kitchen, door trim, and new baseboards to match the home’s original baseboards, which you can no longer purchase in a store. I highly recommend Mike and his company, especially for complex projects. I intend to use Mike for all other large projects in the future.

Before I started my renovation I interviewed several contracting companies. Ultimately I chose Ankuva Construction. From the initial consultation to the end, Mike made me feel at ease. He was honest about my expectations and made sure I made budget friendly decisions without compromising on finishes and function.

His craftsmanship is impeccable. My kitchen required a lot of custom work that the cabinet company was unable to do. Mike built all the custom finishes and they are perfect! His crew is professional, and extremely efficient. They showed up on time every single day with a plan and kept us informed throughout! Although many of the finishes are not yet complete, the kitchen looks amazing still!

I am so glad I trusted and chose Mike! I cannot recommend him enough.

Here are some before and afters. The white kitchen is the before!

My wife and I hired Mike and his team to build a three story addition to our family home in College Park while I was living overseas. He communicated consistently and made sure I was apprised of every decision he and my wife were making. I felt confident that Mike was effectively and honestly handling the project while I was away. Over the course of the project, Mike uncovered numerous structural problems created by a previous owner. He skillfully corrected them and did his best to mitigate excess costs associated with the changes. My wife and I are very pleased with the final addition and with the quality of Mike and his team’s work.

I had been thinking about a major kitchen renovation for over a year and had a couple of other quotes before calling Mike. He came over the same day and soon after provided a fair quote. I finally decided to move forward and I'm so happy I went with Mike. The work included removing a load bearing wall, moving a window, adding recessed lighting, moving the sink, installing new cabinets, and switching from a gas to induction stove. They started work quickly and finished earlier than expected. Mike and the team were thoughtful and he provided suggestions based on his extensive experience and listened to what I wanted. I will definitely call him again for other projects.

Transformed a Challenging Space into a Dream Kitchen!

We recently hired Ankuva Construction for a kitchen building project, and we are absolutely thrilled with the results! From start to finish, their professionalism, ingenuity, and dedication to quality exceeded our expectations.

Our project presented unique challenges. We were converting an unfinished laundry room/utility space in our basement into a functional kitchen. This area was initially crowded with numerous obstructions: a Radon system pipe, two gas pipes, an A/C water disposal pipe, A/C unit compressor connection pipes, and various wires, all within a very limited footprint. We knew we needed a contractor who could think creatively to maximize every inch of space.

Ankuva's Mike and the onsite crew proved to be exactly that. They meticulously handled all the necessary plumbing work, expertly rerouting water lines for the new sink and connecting the drainage to the existing system. The re-cemented floor after the plumbing was incredibly clean and seamless, showing their attention to detail even in unseen areas.

Their innovative approach truly shone during the framing and drywall phases. To preserve precious space, they ingeniously turned wall studs on their narrower side and drywalled around all the existing pipes and wires, planning for them to be discreetly hidden behind or under the new kitchen cabinets. A particularly brilliant solution was modifying the Radon reduction system pipe to exit the house at a lower height (3 feet), which allowed us to fully conceal it within the lower cabinets and achieve a continuous countertop on both walls – a detail most contractors would shy away from due to the complexity.

The final result is nothing short of amazing. The kitchen is not only beautiful but incredibly functional. They cleverly designed and installed sliding cabinet doors to hide the A/C unit and storage shelves, with one door being mirrored. This mirrored door is a stroke of genius, adding a fantastic sense of depth and making the small space feel much larger and more open.

Another standout item is the double-hung window they integrated into the existing backyard door. This space previously had no windows, relying solely on the ceiling lights. The addition of this window has dramatically increased the natural light, making the kitchen exceptionally luminous and pleasant. The view outside is wonderful, and this smart, cost-effective solution has truly transformed the ambiance of the room.

Beyond the exceptional craftsmanship, the project was completed with remarkable efficiency. The entire renovation took just 12 labor days, meaning their two workers, who clearly knew their job inside out, completed it in a mere 6 days! This speed, combined with the high quality of work, is truly impressive.

We are incredibly happy with our new kitchen and cannot recommend Ankuva Construction highly enough. If you're looking for a reliable, professional contractor who genuinely cares about their clients' vision and can deliver outstanding results even in challenging circumstances, look no further!

Mike is an amazing contractor—I would trust him to build a house for me from the ground up. He did a complete rehab of our newly purchased home, handling everything from the kitchen and bathrooms to doors, structural fixes, the front door, portico, electrical, plumbing, and windows. Anything he subcontracts, he’s fully capable of doing himself at a master’s level.
Mike is more than just a contractor—he’s also an excellent project manager. He is transparent and forthright about any issues he encounters, never covering anything up. Whether you want to hear it or not, he tells you the truth because his reputation matters more to him than money. He consistently goes the extra mile.
He also offered expert, professional advice on design and materials—what’s modern, what works best—and I’m grateful I took his recommendations. I love the finished product. Everything he touched is beautiful, functional, and safe, crafted with outstanding attention to detail and quality.
I took a huge risk hiring a contractor online without any referrals, but I believe divine intervention brought us to Mike. I truly don’t think any other contractor could have completed what he did—within budget, within the timeline, and with such excellent customer service.
Beyond his professionalism, Mike is personable and takes the time to explain things so that you, as a homeowner, understand what’s being done. He helped us get great deals through his business partners on everything from cabinets and hardware to quartz countertops, luxury vinyl planks, carpet and padding, doors, painting, and a designer front door.
Because he genuinely cares about the quality of his work, Mike fixed several items that weren’t even in our contract—and he did it at no extra cost. At a time when prices are sky-high, Mike has truly been a godsend. I deeply appreciate his time, care, and craftsmanship. His pricing was fair and fully transparent.
I could go on for days about how pleased I am, but instead, I’ll let the pictures speak for themselves.