Cape Cod Remodeling Reviews
Real Projects. Real Clients. Real Reviews.
We don't do anonymous reviews or vague five-star fluff. Every project we showcase comes with a real name, the type of remodel, and where it was done—right here on Cape Cod.
You’ll see the good, the great, and the “can-I-hire-you-again” kind of feedback. We’re even happy to connect you with past clients if you’d like to hear straight from the source. Because when you're trusting someone with your home, the details matter—and so do the people behind the testimonials. (No robots, no cousins pretending to be clients.)
"You Know All The Horror Stories Already"
Catherine Prendergast - Falmouth
"We went looking for a contractor to remodel our house with trepidation, expecting the worst. You know all the horror stories already. If you're wanting to avoid all of them, go with @designREMODEL. John earned our trust every step of the way.
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In the design process, John returned detailed plans for every amendment we made within a day or two. The meticulousness of these plans—not just mock-ups on computer that look nice (which we got from another place), but old school, to the eighth inch designs of every element—was what made us choose him for the remodel.
After the remodel started, John was in almost daily contact with us, as we were out of state. No detail was too small for a quick check-in. If we were heading in an unworkable direction, he gently went through our options to get us as close to our vision as possible.
He secured top tradespeople who could do the custom work we asked for. His billing was meticulous as well; the entire project was completed within two weeks of when he said and to the dollar amount, he said (any additions were things we added and were willing to pay for).
Particularly if you're looking for a contractor who will match your unique vision rather than a pre-conceived idea of what an interior should look like, you'll be delighted with @designremodel. We love our new home!"Project: Whole House Remodel
"Very Easy Going And Pleasant To Work With"
April Garbitt - Yarmouth Port
"I decided to work with @designREMODEL based off their experience and past customer reviews.
Once I scheduled the initial appointment with John, I decided I liked his past work designs and he seemed very easygoing and pleasant to work with. I am glad that I trusted John and his crew with my kitchen.
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They were extremely accommodating and easy to work with and communication was excellent. They finished my kitchen faster than expected. John also helped coordinate a few other plumbing replacements/repairs in two of my other bathrooms while they were there.
My favorite part of my remodel was a custom pantry cabinet that I had explained to John was one of my top priorities. John’s right hand man Mike is very talented with assembling the perfect cabinets. I would definitely recommend John and his team to others. I plan on using him in the future when it's time for my basement update."
Project: Kitchen Remodel
"All Of The Work Was Done While We Were Offsite"
Bob & Teri O'Brien - Mashpee
"John Clark and his team just completed an absolutely fabulous remodel of our kitchen. The experience from beginning to end completely warranted a five-star review. John is a consummate professional - - he showed up when he said he would, gave us a budget that he worked within, offered great recommendations to us before and during the project, and finished on time.
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Despite the fact that all of the work was done while we were offsite, John kept us totally in the loop the entire time with pictures, texts, phone calls, and emails. He communicated with us constantly and always got back to us immediately to answer any questions or concerns we had.
The quality of workmanship by John’s dedicated team was outstanding, and we couldn’t be happier with our beautiful new kitchen! We highly recommend John and his team at @designREMODEL!
Project: Kitchen Remodel
"There Were a Few Unexpected Challenges Along The Way..."
Mildred & Bill Long - Dennis
"John and his team recently remodeled our kitchen/dining room area in West Dennis. John was so helpful with how best to use the space-as we knocked down walls , added windows, and moved everything around !
From start to finish, during a pandemic, John was very honest and knowledgeable about the timeline and the budget.
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There were a few unexpected challenges along the way, but when presented the challenge , John also presented the solution.
John's precision and calm manner kept everything moving forward. The result- a beautiful new living space for our large family to enjoy!"
Project: Kitchen Remodel
"...Everything I'd Planned And Envisioned"
LeeAnn Schecter - Dennis
"I found John Clark of @designREMODEL in a web search prior to undertaking a major kitchen design and remodel. After meeting with a couple of designers and contractors, I knew John was the one I was going with. From the earliest stages of the project he was prompt, extremely organized and best of all, attentive to what I actually wanted.
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John and I worked to design my dream kitchen within our budget and he returned with a binder with renderings and detailing every step of the process (all before I actually signed my contract with him). This was important as the project was to be started and completed during our absence from the Cape during the winter months. I made several additions and changes along the way and even decided to have him renovate our 1/2 bath while he was working here, as well as build a hall entry area.
John was in touch throughout the entire project, sending pictures frequently and communicating whenever there were choices or issues to discuss. My husband and I returned to the Cape in late May to the completed kitchen, 1/2 bath, and entryway and they were everything I’d planned and envisioned. John’s work is beautiful and he pays attention to every detail. I’d very highly recommend John Clark for your renovation needs on the Cape! He was by far, the most capable and easiest contractor I’ve ever worked with on any project."
Projects: Kitchen. Bathrooms. Basement Build Out.
"Have Been Doing Work For Us For Over 25yrs"
Paul & Jane Lofgren - Falmouth
"John and his team have been doing work for us for over 25 yrs. He has put in all new windows and some doors, did all the finish inside and outside having to replace sidewall shingles and trim also. He also did a major kitchen remodel for us. He is very respectful, and the work area was as neat as possible, and the house was always very clean upon job completion. We have referred him to friends of ours and they have had a kitchen remodel done and some other projects. It is always a pleasure working with John and the @designREMODEL team."
Projects: Whole House Remodels
"A Rare Combination..."
Cathleen Napoli - Falmouth
"I wholeheartedly recommend John Clark and @designREMODEL. My experience with John and his team was nothing short of perfection. So here are my top reasons for giving @designREMODEL this stellar recommendation:
#1 John Clark himself! John is the consummate professional.
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A rare combination of design consultant, professional tradesman and project manager, John skillfully manages every aspect of the home remodel project himself. I never once dealt with anyone other than John. From his highly detailed contract to his written weekly updates to his incredible responsiveness to every inquiry, John has a combination of skills that is rare to see in this industry. He is a gentleman.
#2 The SUPERB quality of the workmanship. I am not a newbie to remodel projects. As a landlord with multiple investment properties, I have been around the block. Every floor seam was perfect, every cabinet box and door was properly shimmed and hung, every painted surface was properly prepped. The workspace was clean and organized at all times and everything was protected properly (furniture etc). Every single worker was polite and well mannered. Flawless execution is the hallmark of an @designREMODEL project.
#3 On time/On Budget. @designREMODEL delivered my project early and under budget. Yes-you heard that right! John actively looked for ways to help save cost on my project. He brought a few suggestions to me during the course of the project that saved on cost without compromising my vision for the space. In addition, at no extra cost, he included little fixes and tasks that were over and above what was in scope for my project but that he felt would add to my overall satisfaction and enhance the final result.
#4 Problems are Solved-During the course of any project there can be moments when a problem arises. John never once brought me a problem without a proposed course of action (or two). I always felt that the project was under control. An example of this was when the painter noticed that there was moisture behind one of my existing living room walls. John called me, described the problem and recommended that the painter work on other areas of the home while a professional chimney sweep could be called in to repair the leaky chimney flashing that caused the issue.#5 Incredible Attention to Detail-I don't know how he does it but John is on top of every little thing. A great example of this is that in the master bedroom I had an existing set of sliding closet doors. The painter did a great job painting them to look like new. However, I had always been missing the little plastic piece that kept the doors separated (which is why they looked so terrible to begin with). I was delighted to discover that, without it even being mentioned, John had procured the little plastic piece and installed it. This kind of thoughtful attention to detail is just one example of many in the course of my project!
#6 Cutting Edge Knowledge and Flexibility- John is up on all of the latest trends, techniques and options. My kitchen had limited space but John's suggestion to use wine pegs instead of a built-in wine rack and USB outlets and night light outlets made all the difference in the world to creating a beautiful, functional space. He knows what is being used in the industry today and what to recommend depending on your project. John is also incredibly flexible and listens closely to your described vision for your space and translates that into his execution plan.
#7 Trustworthy- John is a man of his word. He honors his agreements, keeps his appointments and honestly cares about the outcome of your project. I always felt like his only customer.
I'm already looking to book @designREMODEL for remodeling my bathrooms! I highly recommend John Clark and his team.
Projects: Kitchen. Bathrooms. Flooring.
"...The Results Are Phenomenal"
Cheryl Sexton & John Kahwaty - North Falmouth
"John Clark (@designREMODEL) was first hired to replace all of our old windows. This project involved a lot of carpentry work building custom window frames for the new windows. His crew was so meticulous that they re-shingled an entire outside area because the old window was originally installed 1/4" off balance.
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Next, John was hired to remodel our kitchen. The project was completed with our time frame and the results are phenomenal. John's master carpenter, Mike, replicated a custom stove hood with reclaimed lumber that is a showstopper. John and his entire staff are friendly and easy to deal with. We were kept abreast of progress and involved when questions arose. Work areas were left tidy and the house left clean. John is an obsessive cleaner.
John aims to please. He even returned, after project completion, to hang a hat rack for us. I won't hesitate to use him again on future projects. He's a good guy with good intentions and a good crew."
Projects: Windows. Kitchen. Primary Suite. Bathrooms.
"As With Any Renovation There Were Issues Along The Way"
Rhonda Snow - Sandwich
"After 17 years of living with 2 white on white-on-white bathrooms I decided to redo both at the same time. I found @designREMODEL on-line and after my first meeting with John I knew his firm was the right one for the job. Even in the first meeting I could tell he was very attentive to the details and would make the experience go as smoothly as possible.
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I had an idea of what I wanted but John was great at bringing ideas to the table and his entire team of craftsman were always open to changes and new ideas. And there were quite a few changes. The project expanded to include not just 2 full bathrooms, one of which had to remain somewhat functional as I was living in the house throughout the project, but a laundry area, wood floors in a master bedroom and the replacement of all interior doors.
Mike, Adam, Al, Rick and Kemp all did an incredible job throughout all aspects of the job. Everyone John brought in had a similar attention to detail and was always open and accommodating to my last-minute changes. They always took care to make sure the house was as put together and clean as possible during the 3-month project. As with any renovation there were issues along the way, but they were always handled professionally and solved as quickly as possible.
The project is complete and in addition to unbelievable bathrooms I feel like I have a brand-new house. I was so pleased with the overall renovation that I have already secured John and his team for another project. It is never easy to live through a renovation, but the process and end result were well beyond what I could have hoped for."
Projects: Primary Suite. Bathrooms. Sunroom Addition.
"Exceeded Expectations"
Jim & Kathy McGovern - Dennis
"John and @designREMODEL did a fantastic job with both our kitchen and bathroom remodel. John's experience shows as he knows exactly what he is going to see behind walls. No surprises and no "I got bad news" calls. John knows what works and what doesn't and is incredibly resourceful when it comes to getting the right product.
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Other than some serious snowstorms, the job was on time and more importantly, on budget. The work area was always clean, and the finished product exceeded expectations. @designREMODEL will be working at our house again."
Projects: Bathrooms. Kitchens. Bay Window Replacement.
"Beyond Thrilled With The Work"
Keith Watson - Mashpee
"We recently purchased a condo in New Seabury that hadn’t been updated much since it was built in 1986. We were looking to renovate two bathrooms, update the kitchen with new countertops, a backsplash and all new appliances, paint every room/ceiling, as well as a handful of other projects around the house (e.g. install overhead lighting, upgrade electrical outlets, add French doors, replace screens in all the sliders, etc.).
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Living 90 minutes away, we knew it would be difficult to oversee each project without hiring a general contractor. From the minute we met with John Clark, we knew he was the right person to manage the project – and he exceeded our expectations.
John gave us great advice on each element of our project and picked out fixtures and details that were in-line with our style. He was patient in quoting us for different “scenarios” so we could determine what projects could be completed within our budget. He quoted us an estimated six-week turnaround time for the project and his team worked around the clock – including nights and weekends – to ensure the project was completed within the promised timeframe. John proactively gave us updates each week so we knew where each element of the project stood. The only glitch we ran into was an issue with our plumbing in one of the bathrooms – something that we could not have anticipated from the outset. The only impact it had on us was setting the project back a week due to the plumber’s schedule. Otherwise, the project was completed as promised.
John is a true professional and it’s worth noting that our neighbors told us how impressed they were with his cleanup each evening – once John and his team left for the day, there was no evidence of work being done to the house from the outside, no eyesores for the neighbors. We are beyond thrilled with the work John did for us. Everything came out beautifully. We had a couple of minor fixes that we asked to be made, and John handled those quickly. I would without a doubt recommend John to anyone in the greater Mashpee area looking for a reliable contractor. John is a true perfectionist and paid very close attention to detail throughout the project. We couldn’t be happier with our choice and our new home!"
Project: Whole Condo Remodel
"You Have Made Believers Of Us"
Bill & Donna Oglesbury - North Falmouth
"You said you took pride in a no-punch-list level of thoroughness and completion. You have made believers of us!"
Projects: Bathrooms. Kitchen. Windows.
"An Absolute Pleasure And Privilege to Work With..."
Allyson Muller - Mashpee
“I'm an interior designer and working with contractors back in Chicago is an absolute nightmare. It was an absolute pleasure and privilege to work with John and his team of ARTISTS. I posted many pictures so you could see his attention to detail. The tile work was amazing, John is trustworthy, fair, and so communicative while getting straight to the point and not talking your ear off. Even when something goes wrong, he works hard to do the best he can to make you happy and get it done ON TIME!! Basically, no contractor can or does do that. Believe me: I know from years of working in this industry. He is one in a million. I would (and WILL) work with him again and again. I've already recommended him to multiple of my neighbors, one of which will be using @design after the summer.
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Even when something goes wrong, he works hard to do the best he can to make you happy and get done ON TIME!! Basically no contractor can or does do that. Believe me: I know from years of working in this industry.
He is one in a million. I would (and WILL) work with him again and again. I've already recommended him to multiple of my neighbors, one of which will be using @design after the summer. I can't say enough good things about him, his team, or their work. I was fighting a VERY serious illness during this renovation which could've exacerbated the situation, but instead it gave me something to look forward to and kept me going.
What a blessing John has been! Thank you for your kindness and professionalism throughout this process. I am a picky perfectionist, and he withstood this OCD designer's level scrutiny. Love your impeccable work."
Project: Whole Condo Remodel
“John is the most professional contractor I have ever dealt with...”
Matt & Joanne Clark
Mashpee, MA
New Basement Bathroom Buildout
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5 Stars)
"John and his team from @designREMODEL were the right choice for us to complete our bathroom install. John is the most professional contractor I have ever dealt with because of the process he follows when approaching a project. From day one, John evaluated our request and provided his feedback and approach on how to complete the job. After digesting what we were looking for, John came back with a detailed proposal including design, workflow, materials, timeline, and price in a customized 20-page binder. He walked us through the proposal in detail, made adjustments based on our feedback at which point we agreed to move forward.
John stuck to his timeline, communicating with us at each major milestone as the project progressed such that there were no surprises throughout the process. Most importantly, John completed the project on budget and on time. His workmanship and quality were impeccable, his communication outstanding and his cleanliness throughout was meticulous. I can easily say that John not only met but exceeded our expectations on the project. He is a pleasure to deal with, and I would recommend him highly to anyone who is looking to do remodel work on their home. We trusted John with our home and he treated it like his own."
“Work was done professionally and timely...”
Greg & Cokie Hamm
West Barnstable, MA
Custom Kitchen Remodel
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5 Stars)
"@designREMODEL completely redid our kitchen. Demolished to the studs then totally built out. Work was done professionally and timely with surprisingly little mess. The craftsman and subcontractors were scheduled efficiently with very few gaps. The gaps were mainly drying times that needed to be adhered to and not rushed. Issues that came up after installation were addressed at no extra charge. The cabinets are high quality and three years later are holding up perfectly. The only downside was our choice of tile was unique and extremely tricky to handle and install (glass with four layers 36"x9"). Only highly experienced tilers with glass experience should handle this type of installation. However the issues were resolved at no additional cost to us. Highly recommend."
“John Clark was extremely responsive, professional and knowledgeable.”
Amy & Bob Mesirow
Marstons Mills, MA
Custom Kitchen Remodel
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5 Stars)
"From the initial phone call for an estimate to completion of the project, John Clark was extremely responsive, professional and knowledgeable. He has high standards for himself and his subcontractors and wasn't happy until everything was done perfectly. He maintained close contact with us throughout the process. We always felt that our project was a priority for him and knew what to expect each step of the way. We highly recommend him."
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