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We've used DMV on several occasions including a repiping of the entire house with PEX, installing a tankless water heater, tile floors throughout and a complete kitchen remodel. Dean and his team are some of the best people I've worked with and would highly recommend them.

We've got a 1955 Mid-century Ranch Style home in Willow Meadows and keeping it period authentic was key during the remodel. Dean was actively engaged and assembled a crew of craftsmen that delivered on the vision.

No project goes perfectly. A real partner is one that jumps in the ditch with you and gets it back on track. DMV has proven to be that partner again and again.

After having DMV do a complete redo of our master bathroom last fall, we had them come back and do an entire remodel of our 26-year old kitchen. The finished kitchen is everything we could have imagined with significantly more cabinet space and a more efficient layout. Dean was patient with us when we were making our tile and paint selections as it took us numerous iterations of ideas before we finally decided on exactly what we wanted. Although the process may have taken a while, we are extremely pleased by the end result. As before with our master bathroom, all of the workers did an outstanding and thorough job. We were extremely pleased with their attention to detail and customer service. Once again, I would recommend DMV Kitchen and Bath to anyone who is willing to spend what it takes to get a top-of-the-line kitchen or bath remodel done.

I recently had DMV complete a complete “gut out” and make over of my 30 year old kitchen into a complete kitchen paradise. From initial design to signing the contract throughout the entire demolition and rebuild process, I witnessed Dean’s crew of contractors turn my old antiquated kitchen from the 90’s into a modern kitchen that will service my family for years to come.

As a widower, I relied on Dean for help with in picking everything from wall paint, backsplash and floor tile and many other things. He helped me realize my vision of a massive island where my kids and I can gather for breakfast or any other meal and just hang out. From the moment I signed the contract until completion, his attention to detail and organization has been astounding. Everything flowed perfectly for us. In this climate of supply chain issues he managed to get everything delivered on time. We even decided to paint the living room to match the kitchen so it all flows and his crew was able to do that as well even though it wasn’t part of the job. His crew was also good in pointing out things that needed to be repaired that I hadn’t seen but were crucial for a successful kitchen job.

Don’t be fooled, a kitchen renovation is not cheap these days when you want the best and a good job completed in really good time. You’re not just picking Dean, he is picking you as well.

I agree with other reviews that if you are willing to spend the money then DMV is the perfect choice and you will avoid nightmares.

Update: Our new upstairs master bath is complete, and we are in the middle of the kitchen and downstairs master bath remodel. We couldn’t be more thankful or happier with the outcome of our upstairs bathroom. It is even more beautiful than we imagined, and we are in awe of the DMV team.

We expected to feel completely overwhelmed and uncomfortable during this extremely large remodel of our home, but Dean and his team have gone above and beyond to make us feel cared for and comfortable. We have enjoyed every person that has entered our home, and we have no worries or concerns about the final results. We will update again soon!

First post: We hired Dean and his team to complete a large kitchen and multiple bath remodel after careful thought and consideration. He and his team have continued to be friendly, professional and thorough throughout the planning and preparation process. We are so happy to report that our first day of demolition is complete, and they left the workspace clean and tidy.

GREAT EXPERIENCE!

Upon deciding that it was time for a new kitchen, we quickly found it to be a daunting experience. After quite a bit of shopping around and interviewing many disappointing contractors, we finally found DMV. We became fast friends and teammates. They got us started and got us finished.

Our experience with Dean, Jonny, and the rest of the team was top notch from the very beginning. They are local, passionate about their work, flexible, and committed to their customer's requests.

Dean and the team worked closely and patiently with us, supporting us in transitioning from simply wanting "a new kitchen" to us having a vision for our dream kitchen.

DMV got our creative juices flowing, provided some loose structure to think against, got us excited and engaged, and together we laid down some basics to kick off the project. From there we nailed down design decisions in a carefully curated and systematic (but not overwhelming!) way as we proceeded through the project. This minimized analysis paralysis and decision stress, making the project more bite sized.

The project scope ran from gut job to comprehensive completion. This all ran smoothly. There were a couple normal hiccups along the way related to my 1988 home and supply chain, but at each issue DMV had a clear explanation and a proposed way forward.

Dean helped us explore our creative limits and led a fantastic execution. This is no cookie cutter kitchen.

10/10 kitchen, bathrooms are next!

Wow! DMV Kitchen & Bath has completed a 2nd job (see review below for our bathroom remodel) for us and we could not be happier. Our new kitchen is both highly functional and quite beautiful. Dean at DMV coordinates a cadre of highly skilled tradesmen who take pride in their work and thus deliver a quality product. Dean also has a knack for blending color, texture and pattern to create an artful space. Yes, we spent more on this project than we originally intended, but the results are worth every penny!. We are ready now for the holidays. We will be entertaining family and friends in a wonderful new space. Thanks, Dean!
DMV Kitchen & Bath was the right choice for our project. Dean was very understanding of our wants and needs for special ADA features and was also helpful with color selections & pattern coordination. His team of tradesmen were all skilled professionals. Dean was very interactive in the project; on-site daily & always available by phone. DMV Kitchen & Bath's efforts are very appreciated!

I recently had DMV remodel my main bathroom and we couldn’t be happier with the results. If you want quality craftsmanship and excellent service, then you should consider DMV. Dean was easy to work with and was committed to making your job exactly what you want. I normally do all this type of work myself I have high standards as to what would be acceptable for me to hire someone to come into my house and do remodeling for me. Dean delivered on this. Dean only works with tradesmen that he knows well and knows the type of quality work he can expect from them. All the workers that came to our house were polite and respectful, they were careful to protect our floors and cleaned up after themselves every day. If you are looking for quality craftsmanship and a beautiful result, then you should call Dean Fridy at DMV.

Great design and quality workmanship.

DMV remodeled three and half bathrooms, a large kitchen and replaced flooring throughout our 2,800 sf elevated home. The outcome surpassed our expectations. Dean has provided great ideas for the design and material selection, understanding our tastes and limitations. His craft teams are excellent, good to work with, deliver quality work and keep the workplace clean. The work was completed to the initial price for installation and the allowances for materials, fixtures and fittings for this large job have proved to be accurate. As is common with this type of work, issues arise. Dean has always responded positively and addressed them to our satisfaction, but the work did extend beyond the initial time estimate.

We felt from our first conversation with Dean that he and his team were going to be the correct choice for our very large remodel. He proved us right. His genuine care and concern for our home and our well-being during the renovation was nothing less than wonderful and held up to everything he promised.

We were told what to expect each step of the way, so we were prepared, and Dean checked in very frequently to ensure our expectations were being met. From the planning to the demolition, to the rebuilding and final details, the extraordinary high level of workmanship, organization and cleanliness were upheld. I’m not sure anyone else would have matched this type of care and consideration.

Thank you Dean and the whole DMV team for your thoughtfulness, your patience, your tireless attention to detail, and your friendly and positive vibes throughout this huge improvement to our sanctuary we call home. From the bottom of our hearts, we can’t thank you enough.

DMV Kitchen & Bath did an amazing job replacing my guest bathtub shower combo and the surround! The quoted me within my budget, but gave me the freedom to buy my own bathtub and tile so that I could get the coloring and textures that I wanted and meet the style and flow of the rest of my home. They said 4 days, and even working around the long holiday weekend, my project was completed in just 4 days. They were all very professional, easy to talk to, and were only a text message away when I had a question. They cleaned up every day and always asked my permission to store supplies overnight until the next day. I can't wait to try out the guest bath tomorrow night!

We hired Dean Fridy with DMV Kitchen & Bath to do our master bath remodel. Dean was very helpful with design ideas and material selection. After interviewing several other contractors in the area, we decided to go with DMV. We liked meeting his crew and everybody was super knowledgeable and helpful. We love our new updated space. A special thanks to Dean and his crew!

We had an awesome experience with DMV. We had an ADA shower installed in our Master Bath. Dean and his crew were very responsive and great to work with. They were respectful of our home and really did an amazing job. The attention to detail and care were amazing. Dean and Jonny really kept us informed about each step. We will definitely use them again! We absolutely love the final product. Thank you Dean and crew!
The Chase family

We are absolutely thrilled with the work DMV Kitchen and Bath did on our bathroom. We needed a space that would allow for aging in place, combining both safety and convenience without sacrificing style. They not only met our expectations but exceeded them in every way.
The new ADA-compliant shower is a game changer. The zero entry (flush threshold) makes entry effortless & the multiple thoughtfully placed and securely anchored grab bars provide stability & peace of mind. The plumbing fixtures were arranged to create a beautiful, functional space that is a pleasure to use.
They also installed a comfort height toilet that is perfect for anyone with mobility issues, and the bidet seat is an added bonus. What truly impressed us was the attention to detail, like the towel bars that are installed to double as grab bars. It's the kind of thoughtful design that shows DMV truly understands the needs of their clients.
We highly recommend DMV Kitchen and Bath for any remodeling project, especially focused on ADA compliant and aging in place alternatives. They are professional, skilled and genuinely committed to creating a space that is both beautiful and safe.

I hired DMV Kitchen & Bath for a complete renovation of my outdated garage/efficiency apartment. They updated it completely with a custom kitchen, a wonderful breakfast area, and an amazing coffee bar, in addition to a full remodel of the bathroom with a custom shower and vanity.
Dean and his team helped me through the whole process, and came up with a fantastic design with blueprints that I could use to envision my future space. Dean proved to be instrumental in selecting all of the finishing touches from the flooring and backsplash to the countertops and cabinets.
One of my most appreciated improvements was a new island that includes a dishwasher, garbage disposal, and garbage pull-out—conveniences that were lacking in old layout.
My new redesigned space allows me to accommodate guests; even though it is a small space, it is very comfortable.
Most importantly, everything was done in a professional manner.
The crew’s dedication to cleanliness was much appreciated, and there was always a good line of communication.
I recommend DMV kitchen and bath.

I recently worked with DMV Kitchen & Bath on a full kitchen remodel, and overall we are very very happy with the outcome. The project involved knocking down a wall to open up our small kitchen and formal dining room into one large, cohesive kitchen and eating space. The project is now complete, and the transformation is incredible, I truly have my dream kitchen!
The craftsmanship really deserves a special mention. The tile work was exceptional, and the hand-built cabinets are amazing, they’re one of my favorite features in the kitchen.
At the start of your project you’ll have the chance to meet the DMV team, and I can say from experience that they’re knowledgeable, personable, and dedicated to doing quality work. Everyone who came into our home was respectful, skilled, and communicative. Jonny, who managed our project, was a fantastic point of contact and made the experience more seamless by coordinating everything and keeping us in the loop.
Dean met me multiple times on weekends to go look at different materials and found amazing paint colors that I loved. He really helped my bring my vision to life!
There were some electrical and paint issues cropped up during the work, BUT DMV stood behind their work and ensured everything was resolved to our satisfaction. I appreciated how responsive the team was to my questions and how willing they were to address concerns. When I requested a custom cabinet paint color that didn’t come out quite right due to a texture issue as the paint was drying, they took the time to fix it. When our ceiling didn’t come out looking flat due to the structure of our older home, Dean stepped in, corrected it with a textured finish (which he had initially advised), and it turned out beautifully.
DMV stayed respectful of the budget and collaborated with us to find creative and effective solutions when unexpected issues came up, something that’s especially important in a 56-year-old home like ours!
There were minor hiccups along the way, as with any renovation, but DMV made sure that everything was made right in the end.
I’m excited to share before-and-after photos to show just how much of a difference DMV made in our home. Give them a call if you're working on a custom renovation and want a team that is talented, collaborative, and committed to delivering a beautiful result!

After a pipe leak caused unexpected damage, we hired DMV for a full bathroom remodel—and we’re really glad we did. The quality of the work was outstanding. Every tradesperson involved—from the tile installer to the plumbers, painters, and drywall crew—was professional, skilled, and detail-oriented.

A special thanks to Dean from DMV, who helped us reimagine the space during the design phase. His input made a big difference in both the look and functionality of the final result.

The project budget did grow from the originally discussed numbers. That said, the craftsmanship and support we received made it a worthwhile investment. Highly recommend DMV if you’re looking for a team that delivers quality and stands behind their work.

I chose DMV for a whole-home remodel after consulting three other companies. Having run into some pitfalls and learned some lessons with a bath remodel two years prior, I was uneasy with the six-figure scope of this project. I am detail-oriented and expect near-perfection, so I was tough on Dean in our initial meetings throughout the process. Dean called these wire-brushings. My fears were unfounded as DMV knocked our project out of the park.

Dean had us recolor our ceilings, a detail I would have overlooked and a crucial alteration which made the entire project pop. The primary focus was the kitchen as it is an open-concept floor plan. DMV did 2,200 sq. ft. of floor tile and installed an exceptional stone quarry on the walls. Jonny built us white oak beams and ceiling inserts that turned out fantastic. All windows were upgrades and all doors were replaced by custom solid wood with Craftsman trim.

Dean allowed our vision to come to life. He added input where needed and guided us around the inevitable issues created by our home’s layout. DMV’s design process included complete drawings, material and countertop selections, paint consultations, and custom millwork. Jonny, the site supervisor, made daily visits to ensure cleanliness and helped with furniture and our two Great Danes. DMV built a zippered enclosure around the demo to limit inconveniences. Dean and Jonny even came to check in on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.

Dean met and often exceeded my expectations. Remodeling is difficult on many levels and DMV assisted in all. If you’re looking to do a complete kitchen and bath renovation, I strongly recommend that you reach out to Dean and the DMV crew.

Some other notable details:
Engineered power beam to delete column
Complete integration of appliances with new cabinet design
Quartz countertops and custom stonework
Custom tray ceiling feature with tongue-and-groove white oak

Just wanted to give a shoutout to DMV Kitchen & Bath. for an awesome job on our master bath remodel. The team was very professional and walked us through every step. The craftsmanship and cleanliness during the process was outstanding. If anyone is looking for a kitchen or bathroom remodel I highly recommend Dean and his team!

Amazing service provided by Dean! My Glassdoor shattered into millions of pieces and I was distraught. I needed a new one fixed, customized, and upgraded with great details. Dean delivered quick, reasonable, and affordable for an amazing customized new Glassdoor for my shower!! Thank you for your amazing service Dean, will highly recommend!!

We chose DMV Kitchen and Bath over others for our primary bathroom remodel. Their price was comparable to other quotes but we chose DMV because Dean was straight with us and easy to work with. He helped us design an amazing bathroom allowing us to pick items that compliment the existing tile floor and vanities. Our toughest decision was on paint colors. After we slapped a few sample colors on the wall, Dean "NO" to all. He knew the perfect color to make the room and he was absolutely right. The bathroom is now tranquil and spa like.

The whole team did a fantastic job, they protected the floors and cabinets, cleaned up after each day. Jonny was the lead for the work and coordinated with all the right folks to keep the job moving along, and kept us in the loop. Vic the tile guy did great work with the tiles in the shower. Cody painted, fixed trim, and cut and installed wood pole. Cesar the electrician got new lights and sconces installed quickly and installed dimmer switches to allow my wife to set the ambience in the room for her long baths.

Overall we are very satisfied with the work DMV did for us. It took a little longer then planned to complete (5 weeks instead of 3-4). We are still waiting for the frameless shower glass to get installed, but should be next week.

They all really did an outstanding job! My wife says Dean is a mind reader for the color he chose for the walls.

I have to start this review by admitting that I am a nervous wreck when it comes to work done on our house in general. As first-time remodelers, that feeling was amplified ten-fold. However, I am grateful we found Dean and the team at DMV.

We initially got in touch with Dean in April of this year. We had talked to a couple other companies before speaking with Dean, but did not feel we were on the same page with the other folks. Dean made us feel heard and understood, and his reviews of past work were indisputable, so we knew he was our guy!

We had an idea of the colors and finishes we wanted to use, but Dean made great recommendations for items such as more cost-effective tile alternatives from his supplier, countertop and custom vanity ideas, as well as a more practical layout for our previously awkwardly spaced bathroom.

After receiving the final estimate and a very impressive 3D design concept, the demo began late June. This was the part I was most nervous about, but the demo process was shockingly clean - Jonny arrived early with a tow-away dumpster trailer and to install plastic barriers, and by the end of the day our bathroom was a blank slate!

Watching Dean’s folks rebuild the bathroom over the next 13 weeks was fascinating to me, and I am sure I drove everybody a little nutty with my questions and peeks into the progress. But the entire crew was respectful, accommodating, and clearly masters at their craft. It was a relieving feeling to know I could take my hands off the wheel and “trust the process,” as Dean likes to say. Big shout-out to Jonny, Scott, Victor, Cody, Brian, Lee, and the rest of the crew!

There were unexpected delays with cabinetry, and then glass hardware, but Dean and team worked efficiently to restore usefulness of our bathroom before the project was fully-wrapped. Toward the end of reconstruction, we had an unexpected plumbing drain line issue. I texted Dean at 6:00 am. By 8:00 am, Lee (plumber) arrived on the scene to fix the minor issue, and you would never know anything happened. I was very grateful for their professionalism and responsiveness, and proof that they will make any problem right!

We were so impressed with early progress on the bathroom that we contracted Dean for some sorely needed kitchen updates. We were on a strict budget, and Dean made targeted recommendations in the kitchen to maximize our return. WOW did it make an impact! I sent photos of the new kitchen to the previous homeowner and they didn’t even recognize it was their old house.

Our family is very grateful for our reimagined spaces, and ready to thoroughly enjoy them. Thank you again Dean and DMV crew!