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I accidentally dropped a paint sampler on my carpet. They were on time and cleaned up the mess after my best cleaning efforts to clean up my mess. I would recommend to others.

After receiving multiple quotes, I decided to go with Allkyn to do both kitchen cabinets and some general condominium renovations. Although there were some issues that had to be resolved, Farouk was excellent in his project management skills and design skills. He added elements to the design that I hadn't thought of (ex: wine rack on cabinet, extra cabinet for cutting boards). I'd use Allkyn again.

I was replacing my 2 toilets' filler valves when I noticed one of my toilet shutoff valves had a cracked plastic head and sometimes wouldn't shut off completely. To head this off in the event of emergencies, I decided to replace the one faulty one. When Mike Boboc of Mr. Rooter came (on time), he replaced the broken valve with a valve that had a metallic handle that only required 1/4 turn to enable or disable the water. The new valve is much easier to use. This was way better than my junk builder grade shutoff valve so I had Mike replace the second shutoff valve as well. So far, no leaks.

I wrote a positive review of the store for its products. This review is for getting a subcontractor for a kitchen renovation. Although the in-store employee was helpful in asking my questions, she did not seem as sure of herself re: more complex questions I had but so be it, it's a big box store. The aggravating part was a Lowes subcontractor was supposed to respond within 48 hours to arrange a measurement of my kitchen dimensions. How hard can that be? Well 5 days later, nobody responded except for a lone voice mail left to me after I had to pester Lowes. After calling back their subcontractor, no response. Also I don't know why Lowes would recommend a subcontractor in the 705 area code given I live in midtown Toronto so contacting the person always involved long-distance charges. If subtrades can't perform simple tasks like returning phone calls for a task that only involves pen, paper, and tape measure, that's sad. Lowes lost my business for the reno. The saving grace was there was no hassle on the refund for the $100 for the measurement I had paid.

My tile wall on my shower was cracked due to underlying cement board disconnecting from the dividing cement wall. After contacting multiple contractors who either tried to quote me $10000 without looking at the bathroom or not returning calls, Joe was actually able to push the wall and determine the cause. He recommended an alternative to cement board and the final job was excellent. I've recommended him to friends. Professional and excellent communication skills.