Shelby didn't end up completing the remodel we initially hired him for, but I feel compelled to leave this review because of the incredible integrity and professionalism he showed throughout our interaction.
Shelby began work on a bathroom remodel for a house I had just purchased. Shortly after starting, he noticed a wet baseboard and immediately contacted me. He halted all work until I could be present to investigate further with him. Once I arrived, he showed me several areas with elevated moisture levels using a moisture meter he brought. He walked me through the home and explained that, in his professional opinion, the house had previously flooded. Moisture readings confirmed that every wall had trapped moisture. We also realized that a "decorative" trim running through the home was actually aligned with a flood line—something I would never have recognized without his insight.
Shelby explained that he had experience dealing with flood-damaged homes and pointed out that FEMA standards require cutting drywall two feet above the flood line when making repairs. In this home, the repairs had been done improperly—cut exactly at the flood line, not above it. He expressed concern about possible mold and strongly encouraged me to get a second opinion from a mold and moisture inspection company.
Not only did he make that recommendation, but he also made time to meet me and the inspector at the property to share his findings in person. The inspector confirmed Shelby’s suspicions—the house had extensive hidden damage. Shelby even created his own detailed inspection report to assist me with potential litigation AND brought in industrial dehumidifiers at no extra charge, just to help mitigate the issue.
Despite having already received a deposit, Shelby was extremely understanding when I decided not to move forward with the remodel due to the cost of gutting the entire home ($30,000–$40,000). He voluntarily refunded 50% of my deposit without hesitation.
Shelby didn’t have to do any of this. He could have simply gone on with the project, taken my money, and left my family exposed to potential mold. Instead, he did the right thing at every step—showing honesty, empathy, and professionalism that are rare in this industry.
I can’t speak to Shelby’s construction work, but I can speak to his character—and I recommend him wholeheartedly. Shelby is a genuinely good person and a contractor you can trust.
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