Murdock Construction, Inc.

Please allow me to start by saying that I am firm believer in giving full credit to those who deserve it. And nobody is more deserving than Thomas & Josiah from Murdock Contruction, Inc! What sets this company apart is their attention to detail, the constant communication, the management of the project and all of the sub-trades involved. What we enjoyed the most from our renovation experience with MCI, it was very evident from the start that this is not a job to them, it is a passion. The more questions we asked, the more they learned about us and our process and they adapted to us very quickly. It was always about us and our vision and not only did they deliver but they did it flawlessly.

We hired Murdock Construction primarily to renovate our second floor. This included a gut and remodel of two bathrooms and a walk in closet, hardwood installation in the bedrooms, and all new doors, etc. We also replaced windows and trim throughout the house. Thomas and team did a fantastic job. The end result is beautiful and the costs and timeline were very close to Thomas’s estimates. I am very happy we chose Murdock Construction and would hire them again without question.

We contracted with Thomas and his crew/subcontractors to complete a first floor renovation for our 1970's home including a new kitchen. We had them remove a load bearing wall and open up the floor space for our new kitchen / dining room. They were extremely professional, competitive in terms of price and fully transparent with us as clients as the project moved along. There were no surprises along the way and Thomas and his crew were very flexible if we wanted to change something or explore additional options. They were truly a pleasure to have in our home and the final product exceeded our expectations!!! I would highly recommend Murdock Construction to anyone!

We hired Murdock Construction to completely renovate the second level of our 100+ year old home. Full bathroom, laundry room, master bedroom and dressing room. Thomas was very easy to work with and very informative from our first discussion to completion. The quality of the work by either Thomas, Josiah or any other the other professionals that work on our house was very high. The renovation was ran like a project; managing the scope, cost and timeline and maintained constant communication. I would definitely recommend Murdock Construction to anyone looking to renovate their home.

Thomas did a full kitchen renovation for us during the pandemic. He kept as close to timelines as possible given the circumstances and did a great job keeping on budget. Would highly recommend him and his team and do future renovations with him.

We did a full kitchen gut job that started in Feb 2020 with Thomas Murdock Construction. It was a great experience, even while adapting to work through the pandemic. We had contacted numerous contractors to bid the job and so few followed through to show up or provide estimates after their visit but Thomas was reliable and professional throughout the whole process. We designed and laid out everything on our own and he was immensely helpful providing feedback and guidance based on his experience but was more than happy to accommodate any request we had. Like all good contractors, they're going to be a bit backlogged with work at the moment since there was a pause in the city allowing new permits. We are starting another project, an extension, with Thomas in the fall.

Thomas and his team did a great job on our kitchen renovation. Cost and timeline estimates were accurate and quality was amazing. We appreciated in particular his attention to details and his hands on approach, Thomas was on site almost every day and did some of the work himself. Looking forward to working with him again.

We hired Thomas to work on our basement and main floor, after a devastating flood in our home. It was a pretty stressful situation and throughout the whole process Thomas and his crew were very professional and helpful. The price for our reno was very competitive and we are thrilled with the quality of the work. We were very happy with the quality of his subcontractors as well, and Thomas was very present to ensure that their work was to his, and our calibre. There was always transparency with respect to any unexpected complications (i.e. crack in floor beam) and these were consistently solved with great expertise. The work was completed on schedule. During demolition and drywall work, the areas under construction were well sealed off and our home was kept clean, which was important to us because we have small children. We would recommend Murdock Construction for any home renovation, big or small.

We were looking for someone reliable to demolish our kitchen and put up our newly purchased Ikea cabinets, as well as the countertops, backsplash and lighting. Thomas impressed us by being very prompt and communicative from the outset. He and his team did a great job with the project. From the assembly and installation of the cabinets, to coordinating the electrical, plumbing, counter, paint and backsplash, everything went very smoothly. The entire renovation took 4 weeks. Everyone was friendly and efficient; if we had questions, they took the time to explain things. I was particularly happy that everything was so clean. The kitchen was completely sealed off, and every evening before leaving, all the dust was vacuumed away. I was warned by friends that the rest of the house would get dusty, but this was not the case. Thomas was very quick to respond to emails. We continue to be very happy with our kitchen reno. We would gladly have Murdock Construction back if only we could get our basement cleaned up!

We contracted Thomas to design and build a detached garage for us in 2019. Thomas and his crew did an amazing job of pricing out the project, communicating timelines, and managing the entire build. We are thrilled with the outcome and would highly recommend working with Thomas.

We hired Murdock Construction to completely renovate the main level of our 50 year old home. The work included a full kitchen and powder room remodel, new drywall on most walls and all ceilings, new doors, trim and flooring, fireplace update and gas insert, and the creation of a large opening in the wall between two rooms. As an interior designer, I had a vision for my home to make it more functional, open and beautiful, and Thomas was able to help us to make it a reality. As a family of 5, we were able to remain living in our home for the majority of the renovation, as Thomas made sure the area under construction was clean and safe at the end of each day. He and his sub-contractors were always very polite and respectful. When any issue would arise, Thomas would explain the problem and discuss options with us to ensure we understood and that we agreed on a solution. The quality of the work, whether completed by Thomas, Josiah or the sub-contractors was very high; we were impressed with the number of times they went the extra mile to ensure the end result would exceed expectations. Despite a few delays outside of his control, Thomas was able to complete our project within the expected timeframe, and within the agreed-upon budget. I would definitely recommend Murdock Construction to anyone looking to renovate their home.

Murdock Construction completed a full kitchen renovation (wall removal, flooring, cabinets, countertop, plumbing, electrical, new trim, and appliances installation) for us in Summer 2019. The project also included re-tiling the front hall, installing a new back door, and drywalling the stairway next to the kitchen. We were very happy with both the service we received from Murdock Construction and the quality of their work. Thomas and Emma provided a detailed quote the same day of visiting the house, and were always quick to respond to any questions we had over the course of the project. Thomas and Josiah completed the renovation on time and under budget, and maintained a clean work site for the duration of the project. We are very happy with the quality and attention to detail of Thomas and Josiah's work and with the work of subcontractors used on the project, in particular Drennan Tile who installed the new tile floor and backsplash with great results. Murdock or their subcontractors were consistently on site every day advancing the project to ensure it was completed in a timely manner. Thomas was always eager to make sure we were pleased with how things were coming along, and was willing to make any adjustments needed during the course of the project. Thomas was happy to arrange having extra components added to the project when needed with no hassle (e.g. stucco and parging repair). Communication was great throughout the project and we are confident that it would be easy to follow up with Thomas after completion of the reno if any issues arise. We also received valuable design advice for the kitchen (e.g. using IKEA cabinet frames with upgraded fronts from Swedish Door, tile & hardware selection, cabinet layout advice) which helped make sure we were happy with the end result. We also received great suggestions for countertop and tile suppliers. We would highly recommend Murdock Construction to anyone looking for high quality home renovations at a reasonable price with great customer service and communication.

After interviewing several general contractors, we hired Murdock Construction for our bungalow upgrade project (included: raising the roof; creating second floor rooms; rebuilding, raising, and enlarging the attached garage; and rebuilding the front porch). We liked Thomas, the owner/operator, from the moment we met. No protracted sales pitch, he immediately got down to business discussing our project. We found Thomas be experienced, highly knowledgeable, and flexible. He proposed and implemented several original solutions (some money saving) throughout the project. The rates of Murdock Construction were very competitive, even for additions to the original project. We were very happy with the high-quality subcontractors hired by Murdock Construction. Thomas was on-site every morning, and typically came back during the day (often more than once), to ensure the work was proceeding correctly. It was clear throughout the project that Thomas truly cares about customer satisfaction. It was a real pleasure to work with him and his team. If we had to start over again, we would definitely re-hire Murdock Construction. Highly recommended.

We hired Murdock Construction to renovate our basement, laundry room and bathroom. Thomas was very easy to work with, he understood what we were looking for style-wise, and he and his crew were very hardworking. We plan on using Thomas and Josiah again in the future when we decide to tackle the rest of our house!

Thomas and Josiah did an amazing job on our main floor remodel which was finished in July 2018. The job involved a kitchen-gut-job (removing a non-load-bearing wall, installing new cabinets and new everything), reflooring the entire main floor, bathroom update (new tub, new fan, new vanity/sink, new lights), pop-corn ceiling removal, installation of potlights, trim on the entire main floor, new electrical panel, and probably more. The finishes are fantastic. His tiler is also very skilled - i'm very impressed at how seamless everything looks. He stayed reasonably on time and on budget. It was helpful that we have a close friend and interior designer that was able to help us budget for materials, many of which were not included in the quote (which is normal I think for this type of job), otherwise, we may have exceeded our actual budget. That friend also guided us in the particular materials choices, and helped us with design, and Thomas was able and willing to work with him. I'm so thankful it ran reasonably close to on-time. We wanted this renovation to happen before we moved in (which had a firm date), and it was mostly done 5 days after that firm date. That was due to our countertop not being ordered on time (It really has to be done quite early in the process). We were still able to move in, we just didn't have a fully functional kitchen for those days. We had a bit of a miscommunication on the finishing of the glass guard and railing, and so its installation was delayed almost by a month as a result, but that was fairly minor and the house was beautiful and functional despite the absence of that safety feature. It's been about 6 months since completion and we had a couple tiny issues come up and Thomas has come to fix them right away (e.g. tiny drip coming from kitchen sink). I personally like that he hires out his trades - i've had issues in the past with DIY plumbers in renovations. He is extremely quick to respond when there is an issue. I would not say the process was without hiccups (railing issue above), but we were able to come to reasonable solutions. He showed up every day, he was in frequent communication, he laid out his game plan and provided really helpful suggestions along the way. Thomas is talented, tidy, and passionate about his work. I'd recommend him to those looking to get similar work done.

Thomas Murdock will bring professionalism and perfectionism to your project. We did a kitchen and a bathroom and we're very happy with both. They were completely gutted. It took about two months because of some delays with procurement, that were mostly my fault, and parts of the project that needed extra attention (leveling floors). If something isn't up to his exacting standards (or yours) Thomas will fix it, when possible. He uses great sub-contractors who do excellent work (shout out to Drennan Tile). He will try to save you money where possible (IKEA cabinets) but is very flexible with any upgrades you want to make. He recommended Swedish Door for the cabinet doors and that was a great recommendation. Thomas will come back and fix any problems related to the project. If he sees a problem with what you're asking, he will mention it or give his opinion about why certain things are a bad idea. All of his workers and the sub-contractors were respectful of us and our home. The air was kept clean. I could go on. Can't say enough good things about Thomas, Josiah and everyone who worked on the project.

Thomas and crew did a fireplace makeover and then a total remodel of our master bath. We’re so thrilled with the results of both. The crew were very respectful of our space, cleaning up everyday and being as non disruptive as possible. Thomas kept us informed of the progress of renovation and which tradespeople would be coming and going so there was no surprises. All were a pleasure to work with! Thomas is easygoing, flexible and very receptive to discussing and/or making a change if requested. We have no hesitation to recommend Murdock Construction for any project you may be considering.

My wife and I were extremely happy with the work that Thomas and Josiah did to renovate and refresh the entire main floor of our house. They did a great job to remove walls and give us beautiful new open-concept kitchen, dining and living space, which is modern and clean. They were always willing to work with us on the concept and style. They were also very flexible with changes and modifications to make sure that we got exactly what we wanted. It was a pleasure to have them working in our home and I would whole-heartedly recommend their services.

This is our first experience with Murdock Construction. From the time we met Thomas, right to the reveal, He was always on top of things, communicating and guiding us all along the process. He and his team do outstanding workmanship, they are on time and they clean up afterwards. He will definitely be called upon for our next project. We highly recommend Thomas without any trepidation.

We have worked with Murdock Construction on many projects big and small over the last few years. Thomas and his team are always a pleasure to work with and his jobs are always clean, organized and ready for us to complete our work. I would highly recommend Murdock Construction to anyone looking to have renovation or construction work done. Andrew Della Penta

Great job by Murdock Construction during last winter for our main bathroom renovation, starting with early support with our design needs. Project included demolition, large porcelain floor and wall tiles, expanded new glass shower and free standing tub. The reno was done on time with friendly workers, good organization with materials and suppliers, daily cleanup, and very good installation from the plumbing and electrical contractors. Will recommend to others.

Thomas and crew redid our long-neglected basement bathroom and hallway. The quality of their work was excellent and Thomas' customer service was second to none. He even sat on the kitchen floor with us for an hour as we tended to our newborn while discussing the renovation. They have an eye to detail and their suggestions were always spot on. We were renovation newbies and they held our hands through the process. We are very happy with the work and will certainly hire him again.

We couldn't be happier with the work Thomas and his team did for us. They took an old outdated kitchen and took it back to bare walls before building us our dream kitchen. Thomas and Emma were very knowledgable in helping us plan our space. The team couldn't have been more professional. We had a two year old and an older dog at the time and they always took them into consideration. The house was always immaculate and our home was respected to the utmost. Thomas was always willing to answer questions (even silly ones). The follow up has been impressive as well. Any little nitpicky issue we have encountered has been immediately addressed. We knew when we met Thomas he would likely be our contractor for the kitchen. We've interviewed more than a dozen contractors for a few different jobs at this point and no one made us feel more confident in his skills and his honesty. People to whom we have refered Thomas have made similar comments. He feels like a trustworthy person to have in your home and then he and his team prove that initial impression correct with everything they do.

An absolutely amazing basement Reno! The transformation to granny suite is beautifully done and workmanship is of the highest quality! Thank you

Thomas and his crew did an amazing job at finishing our basement. The job was completed a week ahead of schedule and within the budget that we established. The quality of the completed job exceeded our expectations. I would recommend Murdock Construction to everyone.

Thomas and his team did an amazing job of transforming a few rooms in our house for us. In particular, Thomas had a keen eye for creating an amazing stone fireplace wall we love that is the focal point of our new family room (see pic) and he had great ideas for making the space our own while staying in our budget. The crew was always on time, friendly, and did an awesome job of leaving things super tidy when they left for the day. I absolutely recommend Murdock Construction Inc for your next home project!

Thomas and his crew helped fix my water damaged house up after a water leak from the 2nd floor apartment to the main floor unit. I really enjoyed working with Thomas and his crew. I think some of my ideas were outside of the box and he was very accommodating in making everything happen the way I wanted it to, which I really appreciate. Thomas and his crew are extremely professional and were very respectful towards my tenants. They were clean and efficient, getting the work done with as little interruption as possible. I was very happy with the tiling job in the upstairs apartment and the hardwood install on my main floor. I asked Thomas to take on installing hardwood in a herringbone pattern using a product that is very new and requires a special installation method. He and his crew did a phenomenal job with the installation. I would highly recommend Murdoch Construction to anyone needing general contracting services.

Thomas and his crew did an amazing job of redesigning our old, under-used bathroom and linen closet. We had an old whirlpool corner tub that was only useful as a place to display plants and a cramped shower that leaked! We now have an ensuite bathroom with glass shower doors and a main bath with a deep soaker tub - both are truly beautiful spaces. The bathrooms we dreamed about are now reality. We appreciated Thomas's willingness to listen to our ideas and suggestions, implement what worked and offer great ideas about things we hadn't even considered. The collaboration resulted in bathrooms that are far more functional and a vast improvement! We highly recommend this company. This is a company interested in satisfying customers and creating beautiful spaces. Bob & Eileen Spinney

Thomas and his team completely renovated our main bathroom and we were very happy with the result. They worked quickly and efficiently and everything was clearly explained in advance, including costs. I highly recommend this company and hope to have them come back in the future for more projects!