Zayer Quality Construction

Zayer Construction remodeled our small kitchen with new wood cabinets, granite counters, and appliances. Ed helped us find a kitchen designer and choose finishes and flooring that were both beautiful and affordable. The construction work was high quality and on time despite the many challenges presented by our old house. Ed works with excellent cabinet makers and countertop installers. Everyone who sees our new kitchen is impressed by it.

Ed was highly recommended by a previous client so we knew that we were in good hands from the beginning. He made many valuable interior and exterior design suggestions. He guided us in every step of the construction process to make sensible choices. He was more than a general contractor, part architect and part interior designer for us. It has been almost a year since we moved into our new house, and we are very happy and satisfied with our new home. We highly recommend him!

Ed Zayer was recommended to me by a neighbor, and I’m extremely pleased that I selected Zayer Construction as the contractor for my kitchen project. This project involved removing all vestiges of my mid-century kitchen and constructing a elegant, modern space. Although, the original footprint was retained several doorways were enlarged, one door was relocated and an expansive skylight was installed. Ed is a fine craftsman and a perfectionist who measures and re-measures to ensure that the work is of the highest quality. He suggested solutions for several problematic design issues. He also recommended reinforcing several areas for greater structural safety which I appreciated. Ed and his crew were friendly, always professional and always willing to help in any way possible. The attention to detail and concern for the comfort of the homeowner was evident at all times including site clean up at the end of each day. Also he has established a rapport with numerous high quality sub-contractors whose work enhanced the project. I, too, recommend Zayer Construction as an excellent general contractor. Not only is the work of the highest quality, but Ed is a kind, generous individual who is always open in his interactions with the homeowner.

Ed is a general contractor that I would recommend without any reservation. The professionalism of his services can be demonstrated in his attention to the detail of the plan. help me in the process of working with the architectural firm, cost-conscious on behalf of the homeowner, the amount of time he spends on job site, focuses on keeping the construction schedule and not to mention the quality of his and his crews work.

Ed and crew remodeled our bathroom recently. It was a stellar job from start to finish. His attention to detail, minimizing impact of the job on our home environment, daily clean up, and most importantly the quality of the work were all outstanding. He has a wonderful feel for design and aesthetics and he worked seamlessly with our bathroom designer. This was THE best experience we've had with a contractor and I would recommend Zayer Construction without any reservation. My only complaint was I couldn't book him for another remodel job right away! I may have to wait!

We had the best experience with Ed and his team on our home remodel! He was on budget, on time, and the quality of the finished work continues to be extraordinary. He was also incredibly transparent with us on the status of our project every step of the way, often bringing us into the site to show us what they were working on and to immediately address any questions or issues that might hold up the process. He recommended a wonderful architect and a great kitchen designer that were both so easy to work with. And, he personally helped us with smaller design details when we were indecisive and needed some direction. What an absolute pleasure to work with! We recently recommended him to friends who just completed their remodel with him, and they had high praises also. I highly recommend Zayer Construction for your remodeling needs. You'll be so happy when you project is complete, just like we are!

On the recommendation of friends, we hired Ed to do a full house renovation which turned our cramped Santa Clara house into a large, open plan space with new master suite and garage. . We could not be happier. Ed is a true professional who provided excellent service, constant updates, and timely advice about everything from permitting to countertops and everything in between. It was a pleasure to work with him and we are happy to recommend him to anyone looking for high-quality building/renovation work.

Our new kitchen is a functional blend of a number of different features: light, colors, space, warmth, and textures. It is beyond anything we could have imagined. Ed Zayer is the person responsible for our dream kitchen. To complete this project, he utilized skill, talent, creativity, and vision. Two years ago, Ed remodeled the center portion of our home, hardwood flooring, interior and exterior door replacement, room expansion, hardware coordination. We were so pleased with that project that we contracted him to remodel the kitchen. So approximately ten weeks ago we sat down and began working this enterprise. Ed brought the same skills to this project that he had brought to the first one. First of all, he was patient with us. After we agreed on floor plan and budget, he walked us through the decision making process of choosing tile, kitchen appliances, cabinetry, hardware, etc.. He continues to possess the aptitude for working with customers who could be overwhelmed by the required choices associated with a major remodel. As we began to narrow our item selection, he encouraged us to maintain focus on the qualities we desired for the kitchen; that was to select items that provided light, warmth, and space. During each phase of the project, Ed kept us apprised of the modifications he thought necessary to enhance the kitchen. For example, he requested a change in the kitchen layout. This change was much more work for him, but he wanted the best for our kitchen and put our interest ahead of his own. We have a nephew who is a contractor in a different part of the state. When I shared pictures of the completed kitchen, he wrote back, “Great new look. The stove looks better on that side.” It was Ed’s idea to relocate the stove. Throughout the entire project, if we had questions regarding anything in particular, Ed was available and willing to provide answers. Ed exhibited other skills. Because I am retired, I had the opportunity to witness the work in progress. Ed, along with his assistant, was hands on regarding the work required to finalize certain phases of the project. Not only was he familiar with required tasks, but moreover he knew how to complete them. He had not forgotten the knowledge and practice associated with the trade. At one point, Ed’s assistant was incapacitated. Work proceeded without a hitch; Ed stepped in and finished that section of the job himself. I now realize just how committed he was to the timeline we had established from the start. Once all materials and supplies were purchased, Ed began the task of assembling the different pieces. The workday began about 8:15 AM and ended at 4:30 PM. Ed was available daily, either in person, by phone, through email, or text. He brought in professionals and instructed them as to how tasks were to be completed. First was the cabinetry. If there was anything that did not match the specs, he made certain the issue was resolved. We followed up with the details of the cabinets and drawers to make sure everything worked properly. When we talked with Ed regarding concerns, he listened and made necessary adjustments. As we requested, there was plenty of room for storage, with spice racks, waste and recycle bins hidden from view. Included were a pantry with sliding drawers and cabinets with frosted glass. As a special touch, Ed included frosted glass in the interior door leading to the laundry room. The cabinets and door give us the light and space we were looking for without compromising function. Next were the counter tops. When we purchased the slabs to be used for the counter tops, one of them was smudged. Ed made sure the marks did not appear on any of the counter tops used for the kitchen. The tops fit perfectly onto the cabinets with all seams smooth to the touch. What the counter tops bring is color: swirls of dark blue, restrained strips of copper, waves of light blue and grey, and a hint of pinkish red. The third phase of assembly, the backsplash. Here, Ed suggested Wooden Beige, a brushed tile that complemented the counter top. The tile has little waves running horizontally, punctuated by streaks of grey and copper. Some of the tiles are smooth while others are textured. The tiles themselves are set horizontally running the length the walls at the front of the kitchen. Completing the backsplash is a horizontal row of copper tile the same dimension of the wooden beige tiles. The effect of the combination and placement of tiles is a fresh look with a flow of clean lines. Finally, the flooring. This selection was Ed’s call and the right one at that. The flooring anchors the kitchen with warmth. It is a rustic pattern incorporating the beige in the backsplash and the blueish-grey in the counter top. What used to be part kitchen and part breakfast nook has become one kitchen. What once was cramped and confined quarters is now spacious and efficient. However, Ed didn’t stop there; he added two more items to the remodel. At one end of the kitchen, above a counter space for eating, Ed situated two red pendant lights. At the other end of the kitchen, around the window above the sink, he painted the area a matching red. They add just the right amount of pop. The second item Ed added was a trellis outside the kitchen window. He envisioned the trellis at the outset of the planning stage. Hanging on the trellis are flowers and a bird’s house. In the morning as the sun rises, the rays reflect off the trellis bringing light into the kitchen. Each morning has become a special occasion. The kitchen we now have is a testament to Ed’s creativity and vision. We greatly respect and appreciate his ability to transcend traditional patterns to create something new and meaningful. Robert and Wendy Jordan

Several years ago, we hired Ed Zayer for a $500K project to extend our home and he did a spectacular job. This year, we needed to remodel our second bathroom and of course we only wanted Ed to do the job and didn't even bid out the project. As expected, the beauty of the design and quality of the construction were superb! We are very happy with the finished product! We recommend Ed Zayer and Zayer Quality Construction without any reservation or hesitation. Ed Zayer is honest, kind, generous, detail-oriented, quality-obsessed, and would go to any length to make sure his customers are perfectly happy with the project. You simply cannot go wrong when choosing Ed Zayer and Zayer Quality Construction.

Zayer remodeled the bedroom wing of our house with new electrical wiring, new windows, an additional exterior door, insulation, plywood shear panels, and lapped cedar siding. Inside they installed new lighting, replaced closets, and added wainscoat in one bedroom. Finally they painted the entire exterior. Having extensive DIY home construction experience ourselves, we appreciated Ed Zayer's expertise, and dedication to quality craftsmanship. Ed greeted our requests for changes including, for example, bolting the frame to the foundation, with enthusiasm rather than concern. His work was on time and budget; his team was friendly, on time, and completely professional. We have been delighted with the final results. We recommend Ed to our neighbors and hope to have him work for us in future.

We had Zayer Quality Construction renovate our master bedroom suite. Ed Zayer worked with us to plan the suite we wanted. Ed always replied promptly throughout the course of the planning as well as the construction. He escorted us to the various vendors for the materials needed for the project. It was a delight working with Ed. Ed and his employees were always courteous and made sure that the remainder of our home remained clean throughout the construction. The project was completed on time and at the agreed upon price. I would highly recommend Ed Zayer Construction to anyone planning a home remodel.

Ed Zayer completely remodeled our kitchen, master bath, stairs, flooring, and painting. Our house now looks so beautiful and our best decision in the whole process was to choose Ed to be our contractor. We were new to remodeling and completely overwhelmed by the available options. Luckily, Ed understood our preferences from the very beginning and always kept those in mind when designing and patiently steering us to the right direction. Ed is very knowledgeable, responsive, and really cares about the quality of his work. Often times we came home and found Ed himself was checking the work and making adjustments to little things that we wouldn't have noticed. More importantly, Ed and his whole crew were very trustworthy, approachable, and always polite. We are very happy with his quality work and extremely grateful for Ed and all that he did for us. Thank you, Ed.

Ed didn't just build us a house, he built us a home! I highly, highly recommend Ed as a full service contractor. He is a true professional and a partner through the entire process. Ed was respectful of my time and my opinions. Ed was always in communication with us--there were no surprises. I have friends who complain about their contractor and they were amazed at my complete trust and satisfaction with Ed. You will not regret hiring Ed!!! Need proof? Call him and he'Il show you my stunning remodeled home!!!

I have worked with Ed Zayer of Zayer Quality Construction for over 10 years on several projects. His attention to detail and quality of work is amazing! He really cares about his clients and makes sure that they are well taken care of. When he is the contractor on one of my jobs, I don't worry about anything. I know that I can just turn it over to him and that he will take care of the client and do a great job for them. Ed also has very good taste and has great design ideas for his clients. I would highly recommend him and his crew for remodeling projects, additions and new construction.

We first hired Ed and his crew to remodel our kitchen a few years ago. With Ed, you not only retain a knowledgeable and trustworthy contractor, but an individual with a flare for design to boot. We were so extremely pleased with the outcome that we asked him to re-landscape both our front and back yards. This project also included a major facelift to the structure and façade of the house. The end result was a dramatically changed curb appeal of the entire property. Many of our neighbors, including people just driving by, have stopped to complement the change. Some have even stopped to take pictures of the house and the landscaping. The third project, which we just completed, was a complete master bathroom remodel, and we are now starting a fourth project with Ed on the living room. These various projects have combined to replace the electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems and bring them up to code. At this rate, Ed will have helped remodel our entire house and we are very pleased with his work and continually recommend him to friends, neighbors, and passersby in search of a reliable, high quality contractor. Bottom Line- Zayer Quality Construction consistently provides a high standard of service for their clients, not only in quality construction and landscaping, but also in design and aesthetics to compliment the property and its surroundings. The meticulous attention that Ed Zayer pays to the individualized details of each job, large or small, is evident from the beginning design stages, through the construction phases, and final wrap-up of the project. He is well known and highly respected in his field, upholds to the highest integrity in his work and has full trust and confidence from his clients that their project was completed to the highest quality standard in workmanship and materials.

Our new home still exceeds our dreams, after living in it for 3 years. Zayer Quality Construction took our architect's plans and enhanced the design. Ed Zayer brought to our project technical expertise as well as aesthetic talent. Doing a total home remodel (scraping the old home down to the foundation) with Zayer Quality Construction was virtually stress-free. I have recommended Zayer Quality Construction to friends and coworkers.

In 2011, Zayer Quality Construction did a major remodel of our 35 year old house in San Jose. Areas remodeled include: Kitchen, Family Room, Front Entry Hall, Dining Room, and Living Room. The kitchen was a total gut job to the studs. Walls were removed to create a more open area, one of them load bearing. In preparation for the remodel, Ed assisted with material selection. Before the job started, he met with us at a number of material suppliers to help us select the following: Tile, Floor, Moldings, Windows... Ed does not run multiple jobs concurrently. Ed, his staff, and subcontractors were on time every day. The overall job went very smoothly. It is beneficial to have all major material selections completed before the start of demolition. Once demolition starts, the job moves very quickly. The kitchen started out as a U shape with peninsula. We wanted an L shape with an island. I did the preliminary CAD work laying out our proposed kitchen. Ed brought in his designer to help us with the details. She provided very good advice in many areas and generated the final set of drawings for the kitchen and bar areas. For the cabinetry, we did not want factory built cabinets. We wanted full custom cabinets. This gave us great flexibility in the design. Ed had connections with a local cabinet shop that did an excellent job building, finishing, and installing the cabinets. The granite counter top measuring and installation went very smoothly and on schedule. For electrical work, there were a number of major improvements. We greatly expanded the number of separate circuits coming into the house so every major appliance has its own breaker. We also have two GFI protected 20A circuits for the kitchen outlets. We were early adopters of LED recessed lighting. Ed and his crew did an excellent job with light placement and lighting control. LED pendant lights were used over the island. Some aluminum wire was removed and replaced with copper. No more overloaded circuits. An outdoor outlet was also added for our patio area. The house is much safer now compared to what it was. Gas was plumbed to the stove area, as we wanted a Gas cook top with an electric oven. Hardwood flooring was installed in the remodeled areas. As with any job this size, you will run into some unexpected situations. When we were replacing the 8' sliding door, we found the framed opening was under size for the new door. Ed quickly responded with a proper re-framing of the door opening with a new longer header. As the job was coming to completion, Ed's crew did a very nice job of Texturing, Crown Molds, Case Molds, Baseboards, and Painting. As customers go, I am probably a little more difficult than others for contractors. I am an engineer with some building experience and in some areas have some pretty tough requirements. Ed was able to work with me and propose solutions that met or exceeded requirements. Overall, the wife and I are very happy with the outcome of our remodel project. As our friends came over to see the results of the remodel, we got many "Wows". We will probably be re-engaging with Ed for future projects.