Contractor reviews in Houston, Texas
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We are very pleased with the Carvestone Allied Outdoor Solutions applied to our wrap-around porch. We had a very thorough understanding of the process and the crew did a very good job of creating what we wanted.
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A contractor who showed up when they said they would, did what they promised, on time and on budget? In 2023? NO!!
We had Allied put down Carvestone on our back patio. A small project, but it meant a lot to us. They treated us great throughout, from the initial consultation, the review of the project, and the actual work. It was as good as could be expected and we are super happy with the results. We especially liked that they have designated project coordinators that communicate with you throughout, so you don't have to wait for someone to be finished on a job site to call you back when you have questions.
Overall, it was a wonderful experience and highly recommended if you have work to be done on your patio. The Carvestone is beautiful and we are excited to start actually using our patio! -
Allied Outdoor is hands down one of the best teams I've ever had the pleasure of working with. Their professionalism and attention to detail are truly remarkable. They take you through each step with a meticulous, step-by-step explanation that transforms an ordinary space into something truly extraordinary. Their commitment to excellence sets them apart, and I couldn't be happier with the results they delivered. Highly recommended!
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Professional attention to detail at each step. Their online chat room with their coordinators is a welcome feature that allows you to answer questions.
Top notch customer service at every step. -
We needed serious work done in our backyard. It was essentially never visited...just a place to let the dog out and also do some grilling...never lingered there very long. As our house is somewhat small, some additional living space was needed.
Enter Allied Outdoor Solutions. We had a design in mind and Garrett Hardy, the project manager, made it happen. He and his crew transformed our backyard into actual living space. My wife and I spend most of our time out here now and absolutely love it. We've commented a number of times how it was well worth the investment.
Flash forward 2 years to 2020. Our front walkway and steps were in serious need of replacement. Needless to say, we called Allied Outdoor Solutions for a quote. Richard Rogers, the project consultant, came in with great ideas and a plan to match what we envisioned. Rich had excellent suggestions on the build plan and, in the span of 3 days, Chris Wise, the project manager, and his crew knocked it out - and knocked it out of the park. The results speak for themselves.
We are now thinking of a garage extension or portico in back for our cars. Allied Outdoor Solutions will be at the top of our list to do the work. Very professional, great communication and they exceeded our expectations. Highly recommend! -
When we set out to look at options for our project we didn’t know what to expect. We talked with low cost providers and higher cost providers. This was truly a “you get what you pay for” experience. From the very beginning we met with Jeff our designer. During the big reveal we felt like it was nice but not quite exactly what we were looking for. After taking the time to understand our needs Jeff came back with a revised design and we were sold.
From that point on AOS handled everything. Permitting, inspections, scheduling, etc…you name it, they took care of it.
The best part of it all was the communication throughout the process. They set very clear expectations and answered all of our questions at the drop of a hat. Rachel was our coordinator and was patient and never made us feel like we had dumb questions. She over communicated the steps in the process and we were always aware of what was going on. Vincent was our PM and made us feel very comfortable about progress, and gave honest opinions on color schemes, layout, appliances, size of tvs etc…
I always felt very comfortable with the craft labor. They were efficient but took their time to do it right. I was highly impressed with the stone masons, carpentry, and electrical crews.
The whole team was highly professional. For anyone considering a project like this, I would recommend spending the extra money to know you’re getting the best. Top notch experience all the way around and worth the cost. 100% -
Recently we decided to have our back patio and pool deck refinished to cover the pebble stone. A neighbor of my in-laws had a deck overlay done by Allied Outdoor Solutions. We were immediately very impressed with the workmanship and overall look of the deck. We contacted Allied Outdoor Solutions where upon we met Outdoor Designer Brandon Wingate at our residence. He fully explained the process and price of the project which was to our satisfaction. Soon there after we met Field Supervisor Jose Tapia who took final measurements and explained the construction process to our satisfaction. The construction included additional concrete patio pad and sidewalk. The Carve Stone covering was beyond our expectation as well as the overall completion of the project! We will recommend Allied to all of our family and friends when needing outdoor work. W. McCarty
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Allied did a great job with our carvestone project . Everyone from start to finish communicated perfectly. The installers were clearly skilled artists as the product isn’t a “stamped” design but literally carved and unique . We couldn’t be more pleased with the result !
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Allied Outdoor Solutions did an outstanding job from start to finish! The experience exceeded our expectations and we are beyond thrilled with the finished product. The patio addition perfectly matches our home and totally transformed our backyard space. The Carvestone is stunning!
Matt listened attentively to our vision for the patio and was so patient as he helped us create the perfect design for this addition to our home within our budget.
Cody was beyond helpful throughout the construction process, committing himself to making sure everything was done to our satisfaction. Any and all construction concerns or questions were promptly addressed or answered. His periodic onsite visits gave us confidence that our patio project was a priority and ensured the highest standards were continually met.
Other than a few delays caused by weather, the work was completed as projected. Thorough and timely communication throughout the process gave us assurance that our patio project was receiving the attention we expected.
My husband and I would absolutely recommend Allied Outdoor Solutions! -
Allied installed our carvestone hardscape throughout our backyard about 10 years ago. We love it and we contract with them to come back every 2-3 years to reseal it and keep it beautiful. Fernando does a great job... shows up early/on time.. veryquick and professional and it looks great! Bekah handles all the scheduling.. keeping me informed via text message so it was convenient! Thanks Allied!
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We LOVE our carvestone covering on our back patio!!! The crew that came to install it did an amazing job! Michael, Jonathan, and Jose were very detailed and explained the whole process every step of the way! They were quick to answer questions and were very respectful and helpful! We have had so many compliments on our patio! Thank you for transforming it into a fabulous space! We are so happy with it and highly recommend Allied Outdoor Solutions!!!! 🤩🤩🤩
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From design to planning through execution, the professionals at Allied proved to be thorough, competent and friendly. Communication was stellar along the way, especially when weather got in the way!! The crews sent to the site were detail-oriented, hard working and well supervised. The client facing project designer (Matt) and project manager (Cody) were second to none. I highly recommend this team.
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A true 5-star company. We recently had our home walkway resurfaced by Allied Outdoor Solutions. We were very happy with the walkway’s results. Several of our neighbors commented how nice the walkway looks and it really improved the look of our house.
Mackenzie Long was our Allied sales rep and Cody was the project coordinator. Both are great professionals who really know the business and were able to answer any questions we had. We will definitely recommend Allied to our neighbors and will use them for future home improvements. -
They were very professional! Finished project in a timely manner and cleaned up very well each day they were out here working. Absolutely recommend this company! Love my beautiful patio covered area now!!!!
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Top Quality with Room for Improvement
Pros:
-Build quality is top notch.
-Communication is timely and effective.
-Renderings are very detailed.
-Everyone is professional and provides solutions when speed bumps occur.
-Value seems fair.
Opportunities for Improvement:
For perspective, my project was substantial and took 8 months to complete, requiring 32 visits from just the electrician. It included a 26' extension to our roof, about 1200sq ft of new concrete, masonry, plumbing, carpentry and electrical work. We also did around 2500sq ft of Carvestone that you can't see in the picture. With so many projects turning into one, I know things are going to happen. I'm very particular and expect perfection. I understand it's unrealistic but did warn them it's how I am and can't help it.
-They don't do electronics so you'll have to do your own research and let them know ahead of time what the electrical requirements are. This added delays and frustration having to become an expert in outdoor fans, heaters, speakers, etc
-I had to consistently apply pressure to keep the project moving, but living in College Station I should have known this might be the case.
-Biggest complaint is the design/ architectural team lacks critical thought/ foresight and will not provide recommendations you would expect from a company of this caliber. There were no less than 10 times I had to request common sense adjustments that should have been caught by someone else (such as wiring for ceiling speakers, wiring for CAT5 on the TV wall, fully enclosing a privacy wall that faces the neighbors, etc.). While Allied did correct most of the adjustments free of charge, it did add delays, and a few times I had to pay for change orders that shouldn't have occurred in the first place (not leaving a large gap below the weather blocking screen, not throwing away the best part of hand-chosen upgraded granite, not leaving a two foot gap in the wooden enclosure for the hot tub, etc.).
While I do believe Allied provides a very high quality project, you'll absolutely need to review every single detail of the project prior to signing the contract, and pay close attention to catch things during the process. Management should also check in to see how things are going, which never happened, not once.
Overall I'm very happy with the end result, it's beautiful and exactly what I envisioned; I simply wish it was a full service experience and didn't require so much effort on my end. -
We are very pleased with our patio project completed by Allied Outdoor Solutions. Our project consisted of a patio extension, roofline extension, fan and light installation, and carvestone installation. From the initial meeting, to the drawing board, to the project work, to its completion, we were kept informed at all times about the next steps and which crews would arrive during the week in a very timely manner. All the Allied staff as well as the work crews were informative, kind, and quick to respond with our questions. Big thanks to Jose who worked with us to make this dream come true (while answering many of our questions along the way)!
Our patio has turned out beautifully. We look forward to when our furniture arrives so we can really utilize the space! -
Allied Outdoor Solutions quality of work is outstanding. The materials used are top-notch, and the craftsmanship is evident in every detail. My new outdoor living area is not only beautiful but also functional and durable. I’ve received numerous compliments from friends and family.
What stood out the most was the commitment to customer satisfaction. The crew was punctual, respectful, and worked diligently to ensure everything was perfect. They also maintained a clean worksite, which I greatly appreciated.
Overall, I highly recommend Allied Outdoor Solutions for anyone looking to improve their outdoor spaces. Their expertise and dedication to quality make them a standout choice in the industry! -
All personnel associated with Allied were very thorough and professional. We were kept up to the minute informed on all aspects of the project progress.
The installAll personnel associated with Allied were very thorough and professional. We were kept up to the minute informed on all aspects of the project progress.
The installers who did the actual work could be considered artists. They produced an amazing result in a short amount of time.
We are very happy with the overall results of this project and highly recommend Allied. -
We called 3 reallly highly rated companies for a patio cover addition & Allied’s design & presentation was the best. Price was fair for what all they were doing. Matt did a great job.
They delivered on everything Matt sold us, Cody & Brent did an amazing job of project management.
We had no worries or anything close to being dissatisfied with anything.
The crews were amazing.
Definitely recommend this company
Thanks again Allied team we love our new patio -
Received experienced quality personnel in a timely fashion who installed a quality product. The final deck was exactly what I had envisioned, and the wife was also well pleased with the final product. Communication throughout the project from start to finish was exemplary.
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Allied Outdoor Solutions: A Stellar Experience
Allied Outdoor Solutions stands out as a top-tier company in our experience with home remodelers. Their commitment to customer satisfaction shone through from beginning to end.
Exceptional Customer Service
Chris, our initial point of contact, went above and beyond to understand our needs and tailor the project to our budget. His dedication was evident when he spent an entire Saturday working on our behalf. The ability to pay our deposit online added a layer of convenience we greatly appreciated.
Seamless Communication
The company provided an app that kept us updated throughout the process, which we found incredibly useful. Jason, our construction manager, quickly grasped the project details—thanks to Chris’s thorough handover—sparing us the need to repeat ourselves.
Swift Problem Resolution
When a minor delivery mix-up occurred, Jason resolved it proactively before we even noticed. His swift, professional response left a strong impression.
Efficient Project Management
John kept everything on track, using Slack to coordinate appointments and ensure alignment among the team. His efforts made the process smooth and stress-free.
Outstanding Crew Performance
The crew was exceptional—punctual, detail-oriented, and deeply committed to their craft. Their perfectionism elevated the quality of the work to an impressive level.
A Beautiful Result
The finished driveway was stunning, far exceeding our expectations. Beyond the craftsmanship, the crew left the site spotless, which was a delightful bonus.
Final Thoughts
We couldn’t be happier with our choice of Allied Outdoor Solutions for our driveway construction. Their professionalism, attention to detail, and customer-focused approach made this a truly satisfying experience.