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ASH
Citizen
Username: Ash
Post Number: 11
Registered: 8-2003
| | Posted on Saturday, September 6, 2003 - 7:52 pm: |     |
They gave us some very reasonable estimates, and they were very responsive--returning phone calls, following up, getting the estimate out ASAP, etc--so I have a good feeling about them. But I'd like to know if anyone's worked with them and if so what was the experience like? Thanks in advance! |
AHCJR
Citizen
Username: Ahcjr1
Post Number: 2
Registered: 9-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, September 24, 2003 - 11:19 am: | |
Did you ever hire Pintona? We're looking for a responsible and reasonably priced contractor as well. Hard to tell who to trust.
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ASH
Citizen
Username: Ash
Post Number: 14
Registered: 8-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, September 24, 2003 - 12:04 pm: | |
In fact I just sent them a deposit today--we're having them replace a couple of buckling plaster ceilings with sheetrock and rip out a closet. Will let you know how it goes--work is supposed to start next week. My good feeling about them continues, since they've been very responsive and professional. One I would def. avoid is Bob Hume--just felt their estimate process was a bit sleazy and prices very high. If you want gory details let me know! |
blackcat
Citizen
Username: Blackcat
Post Number: 110
Registered: 6-2001
| | Posted on Wednesday, September 24, 2003 - 6:13 pm: | |
If you don't mind me asking, what are they charging for sheetrocking the ceilings(approx. size)? |
ASH
Citizen
Username: Ash
Post Number: 15
Registered: 8-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, September 24, 2003 - 8:56 pm: | |
Don't mind at all--they're charging $1300 for two rooms, one 9 by 11 and the other 10 by 15. This includes plastering, sanding and painting ceilings after sheetrock is installed. |
sullymw
Citizen
Username: Sullymw
Post Number: 180
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Thursday, September 25, 2003 - 11:55 am: | |
They painted our house and did a very nice job. Have seen some other repairs at other homes and they seemed well done. |
xavier67
Citizen
Username: Xavier67
Post Number: 250
Registered: 6-2002
| | Posted on Thursday, September 25, 2003 - 12:51 pm: | |
ASH: Why would they do "plastering" if they are replacing existing plaster ceiling with sheetrock? Just curious... |
ASH
Citizen
Username: Ash
Post Number: 17
Registered: 8-2003
| | Posted on Thursday, September 25, 2003 - 9:20 pm: | |
Sullymw, thank you for the feedback on Pintona. Xavier67, I have no idea! I'm imagining they do a little plastering over the sheetrock or something, which I guess would be nicer than just sheetrock only... |
bobk
Supporter
Username: Bobk
Post Number: 3446
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Friday, September 26, 2003 - 7:37 am: | |
Some people refer to taping and finishing with joint compound as "platering". |
JGTierney
Citizen
Username: Jtg7448
Post Number: 39
Registered: 6-2003
| | Posted on Friday, September 26, 2003 - 3:42 pm: | |
They could be putting on a skim coat to retain the original look of the plaster. Some like the idea that the 'integrity' of the home is intact.
You should ask... |
ASH
Citizen
Username: Ash
Post Number: 18
Registered: 8-2003
| | Posted on Friday, September 26, 2003 - 7:58 pm: | |
Will do! |
AHCJR
Citizen
Username: Ahcjr1
Post Number: 3
Registered: 9-2003
| | Posted on Monday, September 29, 2003 - 1:21 pm: | |
Glad to hear you're happy with Pintona. This AM we were leaning toward Hume, but I agree that the price seems a bit high. Would like to know what turned you off. Do you have a number for Pintona and a contact name? If you privtae email me your name I'll mention that you recommended them. |
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