Solid Built Construction

We decided that we needed to do SOMETHING to break the routine of lockdowns during the COVID summer of 2020. A bathroom remodel sounded like just the thing to keep us occupied. Our goal was to find someone to run the project who: 1) was small enough to appreciate getting the work 2) was experienced enough to run the project smoothly and 3) was willing to put up with an engineer/handyman/fixit guy as a customer. We put a bit of effort into making the contractor selection and finally decided that Lex was patient enough to put up with the engineer and still sane enough to push the entire project through to completion. As it turned out, we made a good choice. Despite COVID complications, COVID induced parts shortages, a growing list of project changes and expansions and just a bunch of stuff that none of us had ever done before - it still got DONE and pretty much within the expected cost!! Lex and his subcontractors did great and adapted to changes easily - even when asked to do things that they hadn't faced before. The project involved lots of re-use of existing cabinets (after complete refinishing) and whole wall mirrors (originally glued to the walls then successfully removed, protected, cleaned up and reinstalled as a last step). and disassembly of a doorway to provide and opening large enough to allow the new tub (a 3 foot deep, circular, Roman soaking tub - or Ofuro, for the Japanese among us) to simply get into the right room. He had to cut the slab for drains, customise the tub supporting structure and the fill/drain plumbing for the Ofuro tub. Even the floors (did I mentions that this project include 2 bathrooms) were a product that Lex hadn't worked with before. All things told, we bit off quite a bit more than we expected to when we first envisioned the project and when we first described it to Lex. However, with Lex's help, we got through it all without fatality or even severe personal injury and ended up with two bathrooms that are far nicer than we originally envisioned. The project budget was actively managed and we were never met with surprises and, most importantly, Lex kept it all moving on a timeline that we could live with.

Solid Built Construction added electrical, fixture install services & practical solutions & expert advice for a residential unit renovation, which was several months behind the desired completion date, in only about 4 hours of labor. After discussing what was still needed to improve the quality of the unit's interior wilth company owner Lex, the cost agreed upon by phone was affordable & a good value for the money paid. Electrician & handyman Jeff performed excellent bath & shower light fixture replacement & install & a stove wire connection according to the local code so that the new appliance is now functional. The labor done by Solid Built Construction was important because it put the unit more closely in position to be occupied again. Lex & Jeff's ability to listen to the unit owner's requests while also providing prudent professional advice & cost efficient solutions for the home remodeling project are a strength & asset to any home owne who has a remodeling project. Solid Built Construction has restored the faith & confidence needed to have pride of ownership of this residential unit. The prompt & punctual arrival of the management & crew to the property & their enthusiasm to performing the tasks are very appreciated.

We hired Lex and Solid Built Construction to retrofit a 1929 post and pier house located on a hill, basically to replace rotted posts and also strengthen the foundation against hurricanes, earthquakes or just the house shifting since there was nothing really attaching it to the ground (resting on tofu blocks). I contacted other companies who showed no interest or completely ignored what I wanted. In comparison, Lex not only looked closely at my proposed idea but gave a lot of good suggestions on how to improve the plan, and reached out to experts on the mainland to verify that his ideas were solid. He really gave our project a lot of thought! He also helped navigate the permit process -- getting the permit was the only delay and not under his control -- and everything he said he'd do, he did when promised and at the prices quoted. When changes needed to be made, or expenses increased due to inflation and cost of materials, he always gave a head's up and suggested ways to save money. We highly recommend Solid Built Construction, contact us if you have questions, and would hire Lex again.

Exceptional and honest construction contractor - went above and beyond. Lex asked all the right questions to fully understand our financial constraints and offered creative solutions to stay within budget. His solid partnerships with highly skilled, superbly qualified, and licensed subcontractors ensured all electrical, plumbing, and mechanical aspects met, or exceeded, current code requirements. He sequenced/coordinated these trades professionals' engagement and guaranteed our project was completed on schedule. Our two bedroom/two bath condo in Aiea now has a completely updated and modern look. We wholeheartedly, and without hesitation, recommend Solid Built.

Lex, at Solid Built Construction, is a very dedicated and honest Builder. He does his best to create the best build out at an affordable cost. I am a local Design Company and I have worked with Lex on several projects. He is very knowledgable and conscientious. He takes the time to think of the many variables that present themselves in this industry and comes up with common sense, affordable solutions. I would recommend him for any construction and remodeling project you might have.