Cacci Construction

Apparently, I am a serial remodeler. We’ve used Cacci construction for three different projects over the past 9 years. The first project was extensive — our entire first floor. The second two projects were smaller. I could not be happier with the results, the process and the professionalism. Great employees, great subs, beautiful work, on time and on budget. Can’t get much better than that!

We added a room to our townhouse and felt that the quality of work was excellent (which is what matters in the end). The work involved, new concrete floor with hardwood, new roof, walls and electrical for approx 100 sq ft. All of the subs were professionals and completed their part with quality.
The schedule slipped a bit in the end and I thought could have been better managed.
I am sure prices are not the lowest, but again, you get what you pay for and I am happy with the quality of the outcome.

Our satisfaction with Mike’s service stamped from almost date one:
We bought a rental property in San Mateo in 2013. The upgrades were so over due. When all the tenants moved out last year, we decided to completely renovate it. Based on Unilocal ratings we invited 5 contractors to bid for the project. Mike Cacci was one of them.
We scheduled time with each contractor, who would bring along the sub-​contractors, to visit the property and to submit the bid.
One came alone and give me a bid at the scene after a quick walk-​through. Two of them each brought 3 – 4 subs to evaluate the job. The 4^th one came with an army of subs and, when I opened the doors, they scattered into the property to do their respective parts of assessment. And then they came back with questions to me, several at a time, overwhelming to try and figure to whom to answer!
Mike Cacci, on the other hand, was extremely organized and orderly. A week before the visit he sent an email to his subs for their respective windows to come. During the visit, Mike and I walked through the property and discussed some possible options for the renovation, with one sub at a time. At the end of the visit Mike even clarified that his bid would be bare-​bone, any changed order would likely cost extra. After that visit we almost had our minds made up.
Eventually we awarded the project to Mike, even though his bid was not the lowest, it was competitive (in fact all 5 were quite close). That decision turned out to be a great one. Cacci Construction did a great job on every front of the project. Mike was on top of everything at any time, and he made sure the smooth flow of work throughout the scheduled construction period. His subs respect him and listen to him. His blunt and yet charming personality gets through some of the difficult city inspectors. We were comfortable enough to often ask him to make judgement calls on our behalf, and he never disappointed. And oh, the work my wife liked the most was his billing. At the end we had perhaps close to 200 changed orders and Mike kept track all the details and rarely made mistakes in his bills.
The project was finished one week ahead of schedule. And we have been very pleased with Mike’s work. If «very pleased» sounds vague and superficial, well, we rented out all 3 units of the property within 2 weeks after the finish of the construction, at top dollars, and the tenants have been very happy with their NEW home!
I need to mention one last thing: Mike Cacci takes the quality of his work personal. Recently one of the units had an issue opening or closing the door. We emailed Mike and he came out the next day to fix it. During the fix he discovered painting at some invisible areas wasn’t done properly. From my experience with contractors, most if not all would pretend to have not seen it. But Mike was obsess with the quality of his work. He called his painter back and have him redone all relevant areas. We much appreciate Mike’s taking pride of the quality of his work.

I’m extremely impressed with Mike —
We were looking into getting our windows replaced, perhaps remodel a few baths. Mike was very accommodating and came over to our place the same day to start a budgetary walk-​through.
He came to our home fully prepared, with plastic booties to cover his shoes and a huge bag of documentation — basically his mobile office. As he did the walk-​thru, he pointed out so many things I had not even considered, things to be careful about and my options when it came to various items. It was a full remodel lesson in under an hour.
When he came back with the initial budgetary estimate, I was equally impressed. He was very complete and organized, calling out every little bit of what needed to be done. As for cost, would not say he’s the most expensive, but very fair — you get what you pay for. I’d be more leery of someone who throws a lowball number to score the job, but later turns around with extra charges to make up for bad budgeting.
We’re still in the process of choosing a contractor, evaluating a few others — will post what happens next…

I’m probably just echoing what many others have said in their reviews, but I can’t speak highly enough of Mike and Cacci Construction. He is incredibly methodical, thorough, and detail-​oriented. Starting with the initial walkthrough and quote, he is completely transparent and focused on every facet of the job. He had some amazing ideas that resulted in our living room remodel being even better than we were expecting. Throughout the job there were no surprises, no details missed, and nothing that wasn’t on schedule. This seems to be par for the course with Cacci Construction, and we will definitely be in touch with him again in the future. This is a completely deserved five-​star review!

Mike and his entire crew at Cacci Construction are timely, very meticulous, and trustworthy. He built a new construction house for us, and we would build with him again! Everything he did exceeded our expectations. Mike stands by his work and does not cut corners. If you are looking for high quality craftsmanship, we recommend Cacci construction for new construction or remodels — you get what you pay for!

It is with pleasure that I write this review for Cacci Construction. We just completed a kitchen remodel and addition with this company. After having a horrible experience with another local contractor who performed substandard work, charged us double our contract price and then abandoned the job when we refused to meet his payment demands, I was pretty negative on any contractor and quite nervous about beginning any remodel project. Mike Cacci has completely changed my opinion of the industry and put my faith back in the process. He is honest, straightforward and clear about the bid the schedule and the process to complete a job. His employees are the best I have ever worked with on any of our projects. They arrived each day with a smile and positive attitude and the work ethic of his employees cannot be beat. Mike is meticulous about quality and meeting schedules. We finished our project on time, on budget and the outcome exceeded our expectations. Mike even took on completing some of the work on our backyard that the previous contractor left us to deal with. This was above and beyond what he originally signed up for yet he completed it all so we had our entire home inside and out ready for the holidays. All of his subcontractors were excellent. Cacci Construction and all of the subcontractors took great care to keep our home secure so our 3 indoor cats did not escape during the construction process. We lived in the home during our remodel and they were respectful and made that experience tolerable as well. I have to say after many years of owning homes and remodeling all of them this was the most stress free project (and the largest) we have ever done. Thank you to Mike Cacci and his team!

We are done with Phase 1 of our renovations and we are over-​the-​top-​happy with the outcome. We had a 70’s kitchen with white tile with brown grout — combined with strange architecture. We now have a modern and beautiful kitchen, bathroom, and living room. Extra bonus — our Belmont home with a stupendous view looks fantastic from the street as we had a great amount of work to adjust the roof and siding.
Our construction lasted between mid-​February to July. The whole time Cacci’s crew and sub-​contractors were our guests and they were always polite, respectful, and tidy. We never at any moment felt insecure with this crew in our home.
Both my husband and I were ill-​adept to design and to give input to the process. Cacci Construction both put us in the hands of the right vendors and gave us input during the process that led to a fantastic outcome.
They are — simply put, perfectionists — at every level of detail.
I can’t tell you the difference in price point — but I can tell you that I have had numerous amounts of friends who have told me stories of disasters with their contractors. All their stories were consistent — schedules not adhered to, lack of communication, expectations not met– we NEVER had any of those problems.

My expecting wife and I recently purchased our first house and needed a contractor to do some remodeling. Our simple renovation unexpectedly turned into a bigger job and I can’t imagine getting through it without Mike’s expertise. Overall, Mike is top notch, reliable, transparent, responsive, hard-​working and performs exceptional work.
We found Mike via Unilocal and we were impressed from this first moment we met him. We had other contractors come by, but Mike was more organized and knowledgable than the others. Our renovation turned into a classic episode you would see on HGTV where unexpected issues popup up during the process. Needless to say, I was so thankful that Mike was our contractor. He walked us through all the issues and was totally professional in getting things done right. He doesn’t cut corners and I trust his workmanship completely… very important since we are starting a family in our new house. I now have peace of mind.
I echo the comments about his subcontractors as well. They all respect him and Mike can really get things done. He was able to pull some strings and get his concrete guys to level my floors within a few days after they initially said they were booked up for 3 weeks! The most amazing thing is despite the extra work to our house he was still able to stay on our tight schedule and get everything done on time.
My favorite example of the type of contractor Mike is has to do with our doors. Our new place had non-​matching doors/​trim for every room. Also, after our new floors the bottom of the doors were different heights. The non-​uniformity and quality really bugged Mike and after some convincing we replaced all the doors. He was right and the new doors look amazing and really make a difference in the house. Oh, did I mention that my wife wanted all the doors in before our housewarming party so Mike rearranged his schedule to get them done in 1 day! I have numerous more examples of times when Mike’s recommendations were spot on. He knows what is important and what is not and I learned to trust his recommendations.
As a newbie to remodeling and hiring contractors I feel like we really got lucky finding Mike. We really needed someone who knew what they were doing and could guide us through the process. It was a great experience working with Mike and I have been recommending him to everyone I know. Also, please feel free to message me for additional questions or pictures!

Reliably consistent while delivering on-​time quality workmanship… all backed by a follow through service — years after the project is complete.
Our remodel was a complete overhaul inside and out. The project involved every phase of construction from HVAC, electrical, plumbing, roofing, exterior decks, flooring, woodworking, painting, lighting etc. Once the construction plans were discussed and agreed upon, a detailed schedule was provided — and EVERY deadline was met or even completed earlier than projected. Mike also provides insight into design and functionality that are above the details provided in architectural plans. This information is so critical and valuable to the success of the finished results!
Throughout this extensive project, Mike provided the utmost professional standards. We have worked with numerous contractors throughout the years, in various locations throughout California and the East Coast, and Cacci Construction receives a solid A+ from the smallest of details to the general overall experience in its totality.
Probably one of the most impressive things about Mike is the way he 100% backs his work. Even though our project was completed almost 3 years ago, we recently reported a leaky toilet to him. Right away, Mike sent out the original plumber who worked with him on our job. Not only was the problem fixed, but we were NOT charged for the repairs. Why? Because Mike feels a sense of responsibility toward the quality of his work. We think that’s pretty awesome!

Mike came through in a pinch for me. I had just purchased a house and wanted to do some quick fixup before moving in, trouble was the first job of lifting the garage door header and reinforcing it so it wouldn’t sag again needed to be completed before painting and floor refinishing could commence.
Mike’s crew worked quickly to get the job done but along the way discovered a structural issue. Rather than ignore it, as they could’ve easily done, Mike brought it to my attention and we changed the scope to include new framing. The end result is exactly what I wanted for a great price and right on time.
This is the kind of contractor you want; a guy who isn’t going to shy away from completing the work correctly, even on a relatively small job.

I’ve used Mike for two separate jobs at our house and couldn’t be more happy with the job he and his crew did. The first job was a major remodel of almost every room in the house. Some of them, including the kitchen and master bath were completely gutted and built back to fantastic new rooms. The second job was a new driveway, fencing and lighting we just had done on what can be best described as a difficult hill. Both of these jobs came out beautifully, on time, and on budget.
For our major remodel, the designer who did our plans recommended Mike. After talking to him and seeing the detail and thought he put into the job cost estimate, I knew he was the contractor we wanted. He had a week by week schedule that he wrote ahead of time and he stuck to it perfectly. As with any major job, we had several changes we asked for along the way and he was terrific in explaining what was involved, additional costs if any, and he was still able to stay on his schedule.
His crew has been with him a long time and they are a great group of people and wonderful to deal with. During the remodel, we had a 11 year old dog that stayed in the house while we were at work. We didn’t want to put her in a kennel for the remodel. Mike’s crew treated her like their own and watched out for her every day. We never had a concern that the dog would get out, be hurt or anything bad happen to her. The crew became her best friends.
People often talk about the horror stories of remodel projects. But I can very honestly say that ours went as smoothly and perfectly as could ever be hoped for. I’ve recommended Mike to friends and relatives and will continue to do so. If I ever have a question about anything around the house, I know I can call Mike and if it’s not a job he handles, he is always willing to give me a recommendation for someone else, all of which have been great too.

The Best Contractor I have ever worked with, Hands Down.
I found him through a recommendation from two friends who had work done. One had his whole house remodeled and the other had some insulation, Hvac, paint, garage loft, and electrical work. Referring back to my first comment… they agree.
Mike was always on time, answered my questions and e-​mails quickly, had a process that worked. He created a schedule from at the beginning of the job and even with the addition on gutting and remodeling a guest bathroom, he finished on time.
So my project was a condo in San Carlos. It dated back to the 1980’s and never had any work done to it. I had a vision on taking out the fireplace, opening up the kitchen, making the area modern, etc. Mike helped me with the vision and connected me with a great designer — Lynn Moore.
There were several little questions and issues that came up and Mike just explained the situation and took care of it. All of his suggestions down to choosing the right lighting to recommending where to buy bathroom fixtures were spot on.
I got to know his team and whether they were your contractor, doctor, dentist, or mechanic, you would be happy to have any of them. They are very particular and professional
The final product is exactly what I wanted. He hires the right people and makes sure that every thing is just right, down to the cabinet doors being adjusted just right before the job is finished.
If you need any work done on your house, you need to contact Mike Cacci and use him as your general contractor.

Simply put, Cacci Construction is as solid as it gets.
I was introduced to Mike Cacci by my realtor, Raziel Ungar, after we purchased our home in Burlingame and I was immediately impressed with his transparent approach, straight-​forward demeanor, and successful track record. In fact, before we gave them the final go ahead, we visited with a past client to hear about their experience and to see the quality of work. Sold.
While we initially engaged Cacci to remodel the interior of our new home, not including the master bath, the scope of work began to steadily increase — no surprise, right? Once the demo was on its way, my wife and I decided to stretch the budget and just go ahead with the master bath remodel so we wouldn’t have to deal with the dust and disruption at a later date after we moved into the home. We also relocated our patio door, installed sliding doors, and new window framing. Yet, despite these additions, Cacci got the entire job done on-​time… and it was even a day early. Amazing.
The initial walk-​through was also a memorable experience. Mike had each vendor arrive at the house in 15-​minute increments and they were all on-​time, professional, and it was clear that each deeply valued their relationship with Cacci.
While we primarily used Cacci’s preferred vendors for our job, my wife and I did ask to use a vendor that we had used in a past renovation. Mike was not only flexible enough to allow for this, but he went out of his way to meet them at the house and he also worked extremely well with them.
His team, which included Jason and Steve, were extremely skilled, professional, and detail-​oriented. They maintained an on-​site port-​o-​potty and thoroughly cleaned-​up at the end of each day. In fact, the house was so tidy throughout the renovation that my new neighbors kept asking me how they were able to do so much yet leave so little trash behind. So, in essence, their cleanliness helped me get off on the right foot with my new neighbors.

Lastly, a few months after the remodel was complete, we had a defective shower fan light and Mike had the electrician return to repair it and eventually replace it. They also took care of several other «punchlist» items without delay or additional cost.
In sum, while you may find cheaper options, you will not find better value for your hard-​earned money. High quality work and tremendous attention to detail.

Mike does top quality work and finishes his projects on time. We had all our floors redone, attic finished, whole interior painted, and master entryway and closet redone and are very impressed with the craftsmanship and attention to detail. Mike was straightforward and responsive, and his team was always helpful and respectful of our schedule and requests. I would highly recommend Cacci for your next home improvement project.

I’ve worked with a lot of high end contractors in the bay area and Cacci Construction is hands down the best. If you are looking for someone who insists on top quality work, has an awesome eye for design, and can compliment your current style or help you come up with a completely new one — all while staying within your budget, Mike is your guy. I used Cacci Construction for a huge remodel and couldn’t be happier. He took the time to give me a bunch of choices as well as explanations and smart recommendations, so I was always making informed decisions that I felt good about. When the project was complete he hadn’t missed a thing. Even the smallest details that I would have never thought of, like vents and door hinges, were spot-​on with the rest of the décor. His estimate was thoroughly detailed, and everything was performed exactly as scheduled. I also liked the crew he used — nice, trustworthy guys. I wish I had known about Cacci Construction a long time ago.

Custom home builder with extensive experience and high attention to detail. Trustworthy and dependable.