Hi,
I'am Sammy Gray, owner of Upscale Designs & Renovation. I build custom cabinets and furniture. In addition, I renovate and remodel kitchens and bathrooms.
Upscale Designs and Renovation is accredited by the Better Business Bureau.
I'am an engineer by profession with 36 years of work experience in a Fortune 500 company designing, estimating, and managing the construction of my projects.
Also, I have seven years of experience supervising a team of engineers and electrical system operators.
I have a good eye for creating clean architectural design and interior finishes to create an inviting and tranquil space for you to work, relax, and live in.
I have built and installed a large number of high-quality woodwork projects ranging from new kitchens, bathrooms remodeling, bars, closet organizers, bookcases, and various pieces of custom furniture.
My work is professionally done, engineered to perfection, and installed with percision for a seamless fit. Please view my photo gallery and customer reviews.
There is a $150.00 fee for providing an estimate, which is due at the conclusion of our meeting. This fee is refundable on jobs which I'm hired to do.
I will quickly respond to your request and schedule an appointment to discuss your project. *************************************
l will provide a quote to build your project within 24 hrs. After signing the contract and your deposit clears my business account, I will start your project right away.
My goal is to ensure your home gets the Upscale Designs & Renovation touch by providing you with a high-quality product or service and creating greater value to your home for your comfort and enjoyment.
Overview
Hired 38 times
Background checked
2 employees
22 years in business
Business hours
Sun12:00 am - 11:59 pmMon8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Credit card, PayPal, Square cash app, Venmo, and Zelle.
Services offered
Cabinet location
Kitchen
Will professional need to remove old cabinets?
Property type
Home
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
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Tammy p.
Sep 30, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Sammy was extremely easy and professional to work with. He had great communication and was easy to get ahold of. He finished the project in a timely manner and did an amazing job matching the cabinet door that needed replaced in my kitchen to the original. I highly recommend Sammy!
Details: Install or build new cabinet doors • 1 - 5 cabinets • No existing cabinets to remove • No, I will need the carpenter to provide the cabinets • Kitchen • Home
Cabinetry
Rochelle W.
Apr 13, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
I had an excellent experience working with Sammy Gray. He custom-built a slim laundry cabinet from scratch that fits perfectly between my wall and dryer—something I didn’t think was even possible. The craftsmanship and attention to detail really stood out.
While working, he also identified mold that had been sitting in my drywall for over 10 years. He offered a very fair price and took care of the remediation and repair efficiently and professionally, which gave me real peace of mind.
I’m extremely satisfied with the quality of his work and his honesty throughout the process. I’ll definitely be reaching out to him again for future home projects. Highly recommend!
Details: Install or build new custom cabinets • 1 - 5 cabinets • No existing cabinets to remove • Yes, I will provide the cabinets • Plywood • Laundry room • Home
Upscale Designs and Renovation's reply
Thanks for the review and your laundry more looks fabulous.
Cabinetry
Jamie E.
Sep 30, 2024
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Hired on Thumbtack
Working with Sammy to renovate our kitchen was such a pleasure! Not only did he do excellent work, he was so kind and lovely to have in our home. When we set out to find someone to hire, integrity and skill were the main traits we looked for. Sammy exemplified both of these characteristics. He truly cared about our home and his work. He didn’t take shortcuts and tied up every loose end before the job was done. He communicated with us nearly every day and arrived when he said he would. There were several challenges that came up that were out of his control. He communicated each challenge to us and came up with solutions to meet those challenges. He built us a beautiful oak custom pantry and range hood. He assembled and installed stock cabinetry we ordered, along with the hardware, and installed our brick backsplash, under cabinet lighting and placed our very heavy kitchen sink as well. I can’t stop staring at our new kitchen! I love it. We hope to work with Sammy again in the future. He’s a true craftsman!
Details: Interior trim or decorative molding installation • Residential
Finish Carpentry
KELVIN S.
Oct 21, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
MR. GRAY DONE A GREAT JOB ON BUILDING MY KITCHEN CABINET AND COUNTER TOP WILL BE CALLING ON HIM IN THE FUTURE A REAL PROFESSIONAL
Details: Kitchen • No existing plans - need design suggestions • No existing cabinets to remove • Yes, I also need the cabinets installed • Home
Custom Cabinet Building
Deanine H.
Apr 14, 2024
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Hired on Thumbtack
I am very pleased with my new laundry room cabinets and linen closet shelves that Upscale Designs installed. I will be using them for future projects.
Details: Bookcases • As recommended by carpenter
Custom Furniture Building
Credentials
Background Check
Sammy Gray Jr
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My pricing is average
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I listening to hear what my client wants and make notes. I follow up with an estimate in three days and review with the client. I prepare a contract which specifies total cost, deposit and delivery or start date and completion date.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Yes, I attend wood working seminars and subscribe to fine woodworking magazine.
