The absolute BEST! I cannot recommend Chris and CAD Construction enough! We have done multiple renovations on our homes over the years and this has been our most ( actually only) completely pleasant experience- Chris was honest, true to budget and schedule , tidy on the job, and the work is top notch. If you are fortunate enough to get CAD to do your project you will be very happy in every regard.
We have completed ten building projects during the course of our marriage and never have we had one end on time to the day and on budget to the dollar. Chris Daunno is a man of his word, he is a problem solver and a transparent and consistent communicator. The work is top notch, fairly priced with amazing attention to detail. We know you’ll be happy if you choose CAD – we certainly were!
We hired CAD Construction to finish our basement in 2024. As this was our first major project as homeowners, Chris was amazing to work with. He guided us from start to finish and it made it as stress-free and hassle-free as possible. He helped us with decisions we weren’t completely sure on and gave us ideas we hadn’t even thought of. If there were any changes to the timeline or costs, he made sure to be very upfront about everything which was appreciated from our side. It’s been 9 months since our basement has been complete and we can’t be happier.
We used CAD Construction for an add-a-level renovation to our home, including the addition of a primary bedroom, bathroom, and closet, a sunroom, a bonus room, additional storage, and a front porch. It was truly a pleasure working with Chris and Frank, and we’re thrilled with the finished product.
Chris was engaging from the start, fielding questions and weighing in on our vision even before construction started. The project involved lots of decisions, and Chris helped us understand pros and cons, value, and costs associated with various options to help us make those decisions. He was also flexible in adjusting to changes we made over the course of the project.
Once construction started, the work progressed at a good pace. Chris and Frank made a clear effort to have people working at the house almost every day to keep things moving. Construction took approximately 6-7 months, on track with what Chris estimated at the beginning. Chris gave us “homework” to keep our decisions ahead of and aligned with the work, and put us in contact with vendors and suppliers to advise on selections.
Chris and Frank were both very present on the project. They called from the site with updates and questions and had strong oversight over the subcontractors. They were conscious of our neighbors, kept the site as tidy, performed periodic cleanups, and even became familiar with the neighbors. They understood us as customers and our attention to detail, and pointed out things accordingly.
Few construction projects go 100% perfectly according to plan, but ours remained close to both the plan and the budget. CAD’s response to some of the unforeseen challenges demonstrates their commitment to our family and our project. They were very conscious of the weather before removing the roof from the house and scheduled work to minimize the time before the new roof was on. Still, unforeseen thunderstorms developed on back-to-back nights, and on one of those nights the storms were particularly severe. On the first night, Chris came over to inspect and make sure water wasn’t getting in. On the second night, Frank did the same. Whenever matters were time sensitive, they showed up regardless of the hour of the day or the distance they had to travel. There were other instances where subcontractor work didn’t meet CAD’s standards. These were rare, but when they occurred Chris and Frank had the issues fixed by rework and they were transparent with us, and we appreciated this honesty and commitment to quality, rather than trying to conceal such issues from us.
As we worked through the project and gained comfort with CAD, we added some work to existing areas of the house. We were pleased with CAD’s flexibility, prompt estimation of the work, and ability to incorporate into our existing project schedule with minimal push-out of final completion.
Chris provided documentation and updates throughout the project, including the status of permits, results of inspections, and progress on billing and payments. As we got toward the end, he provided updated schedule projections so we could plan and coordinate moving back in.
The end result was everything we imagined when we drew up our plans and embarked on the project. We’re thrilled with the look of the house, its functionality, the adherence to our architectural plans, our design selections, and the overall quality of the work. Many neighbors ask what builder we used in case they are looking for one in the future. We’re also thankful for the relationship that we developed with Chris and Frank, and are happy we put our trust in CAD Construction to execute our large project.
We recently had the pleasure of working with CAD Construction on our home renovation which included the full renovation of a sunroom, basement, kitchen, several bathrooms, and various updates to the home. Our home was built in 1912 and required much knowledge of both old and new systems throughout the home. We could not be more appreciative of the level of detail and care that went into our home renovation.
Frank Rubino was an absolute joy to work with and true craftsman. Not only was he incredibly knowledgeable and skilled, but his dedication to ensuring every detail was addressed, whether it be major or minor, truly set him apart. Whether it was offering creative solutions to design challenges, sharing his wealth of knowledge about older homes, or simply taking the time to explain the process, Frank consistently exceeded our expectations.
Chris Duanno was also a pleasure to work with. His attention to detail and proactive communication along with billing schedule ensured that everything ran smoothly from start to finish.
We would wholeheartedly recommend CAD Construction to anyone looking for a skilled and trustworthy contractor. Thank you, Chris and Frank, for your dedication and true effort in turning our house into the beautiful home it is.
Chris and Frankie,
It’s been 2 months since the completion of our project and my wife and I have truly enjoyed the new addition, especially the new master bathroom, second floor laundry room and mudroom. I want to thank you and your team for your professionalism and attention to detail. You guys kept the project moving and there was not a week that went by where something wasn’t being done. You guys kept us informed of changes every step of the way and provided many insightful suggestions based on your experience. All the little details from the lattice work on the deck and custom built ins, in the mudroom really finished off the project. Thank you.
We moved into a new house and were on a time crunch to do some much needed renovations before our baby arrived. Chris and Frank provided us a quick and fair estimate, as well as a detailed list of everything we needed to purchase for the renovation. They were both extremely helpful throughout the process and explained everything in sufficient detail throughout. They were also very flexible with us when we changed our minds a bit during the process. The quality of their work and the subcontractors that they provided for the job was excellent! We had several complicated design choices that we wanted implemented and they were able to accommodate us with no issues. It was great working with CAD throughout the renovation. Renovations are always a headache but CAD made is an enjoyable and quick experience. I would highly recommend CAD to anyone who is considering renovations.
We were planning to convert our unfinished basement into a Man Cave/Sports Bar. Our daughter as well as her in-laws had extensive work done by CAD Construction on their houses. After seeing their construction and hearing their recommendations, we knew that we wanted CAD to help us turn our unfinished basement into a Man Cave/Sports Bar.
We presented our wish list to Chris, and he put together a proposal for our review that included: ceiling and walls painted; main wall shiplap and columns and beams covered in wood; carpeted floor and stairs (2 flights); custom-made built-in Sports Bar; a half bath; a pantry; a lot of storage space; gaming and poker areas.
Chris came back to us with final designs that incorporated our wish list and included his recommendations. The proposal was spot on and approved.
Frankie took over the project and construction began. We found Frankie to be dedicated, knowledgeable and an excellent craftsman as well as a great project manager. He had to manage the schedules of many teams such as framing, plumbing, electrical, sheet rocking and painting to successfully move the project forward and stay on schedule. Frankie’s experience helped to solve issues and make modifications to the design. He kept us informed of his weekly plans and continued to work with us on suggested revisions.
Chris made the payment process very understandable and manageable. We always knew what we were paying for and when the payments were due.
Both Chris and Frankie treated us as valued customers. Their approach was simple, keep the customer happy and complete the project as if it was for their homes.
In summary, CAD exceeded our expectations, and we are so proud to show off our new Man Cave!
They earned a 10 out of 10 in all areas of the project!
We highly recommend CAD Construction.
Frank & Kathleen Hellriegel
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What can we say? Working with Chris Daunno and the team at CAD Constuction was a pleasure.
We were connected with Chris via our realtor and after acceting bids from multiple general contractors as well as individual contractos we selected CAD Construction. Our project involved taking down walls, full kitchen remodel, bathroom remodels, painting, lighting and installing hardwaood flooring in almost every room in the house. and lots of cosmetic updates thourout the home.
The CAD team worked extremely efficiently front start to finish, holding tight to the proposed schedule and updating us frequently and effectively. Chris was an excellent communicator, manager, and partner to us throughout the renovation, which included a number of appliance delays related to the pandemic. That being said, everything under Chris’ remit was executed on schedule.
We highly recommend and are eager to work with Chris & the team on our next project. Likely an upstairs addition a few years down the line. Happy to speak with you if you are interested in understanding more about our selection process, how working with CAD Construction helped us avoid some big mistakes and if helpful some examples of the exceptional work they’ve done in our home.
Dear Chris & Frank,
Thank you so much for helping us out on our finished basement project. From the first meeting, you guys showed clear communication, efficient work habits, and no surprises. The project ran as planned and what you said you were going to do you did. Gerry and I feel you guys went above and beyond with your service. Even though I signed off on the railing system in advance, when I didn’t like it, you had it changed at no added costs to us. All the guys were professional, wearing masks and doing Covid precautions. We really appreciate your help with eh project and plan to use you on our future kitchen renovation.