David Allen's Restorations

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Introduction

Decades of experience in the trades, as well as proudly working for the Army Corps of Engineers. My reviews make me shine. I take pride in my client relations. I get great satisfaction in knowing that I am using my many years learned skills, to help build/repair and extend the life of structures of homes, and businesses. Porches, decks, pergolas, fences, and other structures for generations to come. I offer discounts to US Veteran's, Disabled, and Senior Citizen's.

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Hired 57 times

2 employees

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Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for value, work quality, and responsiveness.

Very good 4.6

40 reviews

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Tom T.

Apr 13, 2018

Hired on Thumbtack

We’ve had problems with our upstairs bathroom leaking for several years. Dave diagnosed the problem as the floor sinking and reinforced the 100-year-old wood frame with iron. It worked like a charm for way less money than I expected!

Details: Yes, the structure has already been built • Other • No existing plans, but have a good idea of what I want • No, everything is removed - I just need installation • No, I do not need plumbing or electrical lines installed • No, I do not need drywall applied • Home

David Allen's Restorations's reply

Thanks for the great review!

Framing Carpentry

Andy S.

Jul 24, 2019

Hired on Thumbtack

Hiring contractors can be tough, especially without personal recommendations. I did my due diligence and am so pleased we picked David for our porch remodel. He did an awesome job (see picture). The job itself involved teardown of old deck, installation of Trex decking, Royal Vinyl Trim and Pressure-Treated Wood for the railings (we wanted long-lasting underfoot materials but to keep the price down overall). The trim material was completely his suggestion and it turned out really nice and was much cheaper than Trex. David's response to the Q&A on this website describe him and his partner down to a tee. We got three bids in all, including from the well-marketed porch companies in the City (with an office, sales rep etc etc.). They were both really polished when they turned up and I'm sure they would have done a good job but their bid was significantly more than David's. David is more old school. He knows he does a good job at a reasonable price so doesn't need a smooth marketing machine behind him. During the bid process, I particularly liked that he recommended a 7 inch rise on the front steps as per city standards (he immediately noticed that our old steps were much higher than this - something we had found a struggle). He also explored the possibility of restoring our old steps (rather than ripping them down) but noted that the wood underneath was all completely rotten due to poor ventilation. He was the only bidder that looked at our existing porch in this much detail and that helped to build trust early on. David took his time to get every detail right and it shows. Perhaps the best endorsement is that a number of our neighbors have complimented our new porch. Two were even so impressed they asked for David's number so we might be seeing him again on the block soon!

Details: Complete renovation of existing deck or porch • Wood • Residential

David Allen's Restorations's reply

Andy Thank you for the most thoughtful, down to earth, detailed review. It is rare, to have a client go the extra mile when reviewing a job, especially with everyone's busy schedules. I feel fortunate to have met you, in that you really took the time to notice and appreciate the quality, detail, and pride I piut into my projects. Forever grateful, Dave

Deck or Porch Repair

Jacinda A.

Feb 5, 2018

Hired on Thumbtack

Dave did an excellent job on our stair case. It's elegant and well preserved. We are definitely hiring him again for additional projects.

Details: Repairs to existing structure • Stairs • No, I do not need debris removed • Yes, I need staining • I would like the professional to include the wood and parts in their quote • Residential

General Carpentry

Tom S.

Apr 2, 2018

Hired on Thumbtack

We'd had several contractors come out to quote the price to fix our deck that was in need of repair. All the other contractors only wanted to quote a complete tear down and rebuild - it wasn't worth their time to do less. David came out and quoted us exactly what we were looking for. He was out the next day and completed all the repairs/refinishing within a week and at a fraction of the cost of other bidders. The deck looks like new again.

Details: Remodel or renovation of existing deck or porch • Medium (150 - 300 sq ft) • Wood • No existing plans, but have a good idea of what I want • Residential

David Allen's Restorations's reply

Thank you for the gre

Deck or Porch Remodel or Addition

Jennifer H.

Jun 10, 2017

We hired Dave to repair and stain our back and side porches that were in pretty bad shape due to overall age and water damage. He completed the job on time and on budget (at a very fair price) and both feel very sturdy and look great, we are very pleased and would hire him (and Cindy, who did the staining) again. Thanks!

Deck or Porch Repair

FAQs

What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I touch base to discuss and initially assess their situation, then we meet and make a game plan. Then if mutually agreeable, I get right to work. I have a saying, "When you hire me, you get me." I do have a few employees, but rarely are they on the job without me. I never sub out my work, nor do I overbook my schedule. I won't get rich, but it's just my way.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have only in recent years, finally taken the time to go to college, for stationary engineering, minoring in heating and air, as I always found it interesting.
How did you get started doing this type of work?
As a teenager I was taken under the wing of a well- seasoned, old school kinda guy, who generously taught me everything he knew, and still to this day, 30+ years later, there are always new things to learn and hone my skills.