J. Murphy's Contracting

Formerly J. Murphy's Handyman Service
Bathroom Renovation
Maple Ridge BC V2X 0X9
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Laura Rowlett from Maple Ridge
Laura Rowlett from Maple Ridge
1 review Maple Ridge, BC
10/10

Laminate Installation

My husband secured a job up in Kelowna, and we were against the clock to reno our home to get it on the market. I had purchased the flooring for our living room/ dining room and our initial installer dropped the ball at the last minute. I called J. Murphy Contracting, whose name I got from the internet…not knowing who he was, only knowing that he was in my area. I told him my plight, and within a day he had rearranged his busy schedule in order to get my flooring in. They did a great job with my floor, and not only were they professional, but also, very entertaining as they did the job! I had a wall that wasn't true, yet you would never know it to see the floor, and they even managed to install the laminate UNDER the rock work that made up my hearth. AMAZING JOB! And, just as important to me, was the fact that they cleaned up as they went along, and not once did I ever feel like I was a burden because of my situation. They are, in my opinion, the best at what they do and I highly recommend them to any and all who need a floor installation. If we were not moving, I would use them again in a heartbeat!

Approximate cost of services:
$550.00
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Thanks Laura, I'm glad we could help.
Have fun in Kelowna.

M Gray from Langley
M Gray from Langley
1 review Langley, BC
10/10

Bathroom Renovation

Chose J.Murphy Contracting after checking for a contractor on-line. James was quick to respond to our enquiries and made suggestions to us to save costs. The work involved gutting the ensuite bathroom (including the floor and ceiling), refiguring the toilet, installing a larger tiled shower, tiling the floor, painting...the list goes on! His workers were very respectful to us and our home. James was very good at keeping in touch with us daily to let us know what had been done and what was planned for the following day. He also let us know which of his crew would be coming to do the work. The crew were all very personable and were great at cleaning up at the end of each day (much appreciated!). We will be using them again and would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone.
Thank you James, Mike, Jeff and Carlos!

Approximate cost of services:
$14,000.00
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Thanks Merri-Anne, it was a real pleasure working for you guys. The shower turned out great, and I've got a lot of great feedback on the design. Looking forward to working with you guys again.
James

L Wong from Vancouver
L Wong from Vancouver
1 review Burnaby, BC
10/10

Basement renovation

After deciding to finally go ahead with our basement renovation project, my wife began doing some research on general contractors. We looked on homestars, interviewed a couple GCs and finally decided to go with James Murphy. We discussed what we were hoping to achieve (a full live-in suite, with kitchen, bathroom, 1 bedroom, and living room) and he was very excited and confident right from the start. As with all renovations , we weren't naive to think that things would run smoothly; we expected to encounter obstacles but felt assured that the project was in good hands. Throughout the process, James kept us abreast of any issues and helped come up with different options that we should consider. Because we don't do renos often (if ever) and are unfamiliar with the process, he was very patient in explaining the reasons for any issues and gave the pros and cons for all of the different alternatives. He was also very tidy - at the end of each day, the work area was clear and it didn't look like a tornado had run through. We were very impressed to say the least. At the end of the project, we are very pleased with how the basement turned out and are very excited to finally use the space. Thank you James to you and your crew. You rock!

Approximate cost of services:
$50,000.00
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Thanks Lynden, it was a real pleasure working with you guys on the basement suit. I'm really happy everyone, including your parents, like it.

Pamela Pita from Coquitlam
Pamela Pita from Coquitlam
1 review Coquitlam, BC
10/10

Bathroom (shower tiles )

July 14/14 James Murphy and his crew started my bathroom shower renovation . Removing all the existing tiles everything was done so professionally and with care .
I highly recommend James Murphy Contracting , also James was always punctual and he would text me right a way if he was going to be a few minutes late . Also Mike one of the crew guys did an awesome job as well . The job was done in five days , and it looks amazing ! Thanks James and the crew !
Pamela !

Approximate cost of services:
$2,985.00
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
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Thanks Pam, a real pleasure working with you call me anytime. I posted pictures of your shower on our website http://www.jmurphyshandymanservice.ca/
Thanks for everything!
James

Christopher from Pitt Meadows
Christopher from Pitt Meadows
4 reviews Maple Ridge, BC
10/10

Bedroom Renovation

We have used J.Murphy's Contracting on two occasions now. The first was for a home office renovation and the second was a bedroom renovation. I am pleased with the experience and would strongly recommend James and his crew to anyone considering a home renovation.

Approximate cost of services:
$6,500.00
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Thanks Chris, it was a pleasure working with you and your family. I look forward to our next renovation. Good luck with the new baby!
James

Jim Winter from Port Coquitlam
Jim Winter from Port Coquitlam
1 review Coquitlam, BC
10/10

multi-bathroom renovation

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To anyone looking for a residential contractor:
We just recently did an extensive multi-bathroom renovation to our house. Fortunately, we used J. Murphy's Handyman Service. Once James and his crew got started, it became apparent there were a number of unforeseen issues that had to be addressed before the actual renovation could begin. James and crew were able to make the necessary adjustments quite seamlessly and were able to put our minds at ease with the changes that needed to be done.
From our first consultation, to the completion of our reno, we were always kept informed to what was happening and quickly formed a trusting relationship which we hope to continue for many more future home projects.
We gladly endorse James Murphy and his crew to anyone looking for a basic to complex home improvement or renovation project

Approximate cost of services:
$30,000.00
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Thanks Jim, working with you and Chris was a real pleasure. Call me anytime. James

Sherri Thomas from Pitt Meadows
Sherri Thomas from Pitt Meadows
1 review Pitt Meadows, BC
10/10

Kitchen & bathroom renovation

I hired James and his crew a year ago to complete work in my kitchen and two bathrooms that included new countertops and back splashes, new lighting, new flooring, installation of all new appliances, new faucets, taps and sinks. As a single woman living alone who had never hired a contractor before I did a lot of research and interviewed quite a few contractors before deciding to hire James. From the beginning I found him to be easy to communicate with, took my concerns regarding the project seriously & was very competitive in his fees. He gave me a time frame of 7 days to get the work done, but the entire project was completed in 5 days. The quality of the work was excellent & I haven't had one problem with anything since the work was completed 9 months ago. All of the men who were in my home to complete the work were really great guys and I felt totally comfortable around them. The quote James provided at the beginning was accurate and there were no surprises in the final cost once the project was completed. I was so satisfied with J. Murphy Handyman that I called again last week for the small job of having my garbage disposal replaced. I called James on Thursday, he had someone at my home on Friday and had the job done in a couple of hours. And, for a lot less money than I would have paid a plumber to do the job. I highly recommend James and his team and I would not consider hiring anyone else for any kind of work in need done in my home.

Approximate cost of services:
$15,000.00
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That's outstanding - thanks Sherri, call me anytime.

Joanne from Coquitlam
Joanne from Coquitlam
1 review Coquitlam, BC
10/10

Bathrooms Renovation

From our first contact with James we were impressed. His e-mails and phone calls were always handled promptly and professionally. Our decision to go with James was quite easy and we looked forward to starting the renovations. We decided to start with our guest bathroom and powder room. James arrived on the first morning and had both rooms demolished and even the new tub in place before I got home. The renovations took about 9 working days (due to the always unforeseen problems lurking under floors and behind fixtures). At no time did I feel like we were living under a massive messy renovation. When we returned home each night we could see the progress, and on the final day it was wonderful to see our vision come to life. We can hardly wait to get started on the next phase (in the new year) of our renovations with James and his crew.

Approximate cost of services:
$13,000.00
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Thanks Joanne, look forward to working with you guys again.
Call me anytime.
James

Blanche from Maple Ridge
Blanche from Maple Ridge
4 reviews , BC
10/10

Kitchen reno and complete bathroom reno

Our first time renovation experience was a good one. James and his staff were professional and friendly. The finished product was awesome. Very happy with our new beautiful bathroom and finished kitchen. Highly recommend this company for any projects you have in your home. All ready planning on having more work done around our home with James. Definitely the handyman for the job!!!! We really LOVE our bathroom! Thanks James.

Approximate cost of services:
$15,000.00
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Blanche you guys were really great to work with too. I look forward to our next project together.
Thanks,
James

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More about J. Murphy's Contracting

At J. Murphy’s Contracting, our goal is to craft exceptional designs for every Homeowner, transforming your vision into a reality. We are committed to providing superior customer service to our clientele through our quality workmanship, open communication and customized solutions in every home project. By giving you the ultimate peace of mind, we aim to become your General Contractor of choice.

CATEGORIES
Bathroom Renovation, Basement Renovation, Kitchen Planning & Renovation, General Contractors, and Decks
SERVICES
Bathroom Renovation, Kitchen Renovation, Basement Renovation, Drywall Installation, Fireplace Remodeling, Door Installation, Finish Carpentry, Interior Painting, Deck Installation, Fence Construction, Power Washing, Retaining Wall Construction, Landscaping, Plumbing and Electrical services sub-contracted to licensed trades.
WEBSITE
https://www.jmurphyscontracting.ca/
YEAR ESTABLISHED
2005
NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES
4
PAYMENT METHOD
Cash, Cheque, VISA or Mastercard
LIABILITY INSURANCE
Yes
DIPLOMAS
Technical Diploma in Forest Engineering and a Degree in Natural Resource Management and Engineering
WORKERS COMPENSATION
Yes
PROJECT RATE
Hourly and Estimates
WRITTEN CONTRACT
Yes
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