Testimonials

When you become a client of Edward A. Anderson Company, you join a group of homeowners, most of whom have been with us for many years over a variety of different projects. Our first time clients become repeat customers who are so pleased with our work they continue to come back and are eager to refer us to their family, friends and neighbors. In a number of cases, when ownership of a home has changed, Edward A. Anderson has continued to work with that home and the new owner upon the recommendation of the original owner. We consider this the ultimate testimonial!

Hi Paul, Belated Congratulations to you and your crew on your monumental achievement of over 110 years in business! I am one of your many happy clients and want you to know how much I am still enjoying my condo. I still wouldn’t change a thing and love every detail. Your classic architecture eye for detail and skilled craftsmanship are unsurpassed. Cheers! - Linda O.
We have worked with Edward A. Anderson Company since the early 1970s. Beginning with multiple renovations to our Kenilworth home and later a major remodel of our Northfield home. That project included reconfiguring spaces, updating the kitchen and bathrooms, adding a floating stainless steel staircase, and addressing structural improvements—all completed with exceptional care and attention to detail. Paul and his team were consistently professional, reliable and closely involved throughout the process. I highly recommend them. I do not think you will find a more conscientious and reputable firm. - Caroline R.
We really enjoyed working with you over the years on our “dream house”. It was truly the best house we ever lived in and you and your team were a big part of making it what it was. - Greg H.
Edward A. Anderson gave us a new house and we love it! We walk in and can’t believe it is the same house. Our Kitchen and First Floor are now amazing spaces and we are planning to get great use of it! - Kim D.

Paul Armstrong and all those at Edward A Anderson Company helped transform our 1890s house into our home. We purchased the home knowing it was in need of a lot of love and structural work. Paul came out to give us an idea of what we were getting into before we closed on the property or signed with the company. My husband had sketched his vision and Paul brought it to life with some of his much-needed professional experience. From the very beginning, Paul made every step easy.

Dianne manages the office and is very organized. She is on top of things also making it clear and easy to understand the process. The general manager overseeing our home project during construction was Tony and enough good can’t be said about how easy and reliable Tony and the tradespeople were throughout.

Our family moved in about a year in and everyone worked around two young toddlers, dogs, visitors, crazy work schedules, nap schedules, etc. It should also be noted that my husband is as detailed oriented as they come and has a love for technology. Paul, Tony and crew did not bat an eye at the visionaries’ thoughts and ideas (and sometimes critiques).

We found that the check ins were very helpful and the estimated timeline they provided helped guide us along. My husband and I often said, we left our meetings with Tony and Paul feeling better than when we went into them.

The supply chain issues did affect us. However, Tony is the king of pivoting, just lining up another crew to stay on pace. There were some unexpected costs, they worked with us to stay within budget and make some changes where we could. It is unrealistic to go into any project thinking you won’t spend at least a little more than you thought or needing to compromise somewhere.

Our renovation was a full gut in the Lakeshore Historic District of Evanston. While our home itself was not historic, there were many extra steps to take to get approval from the city. The company has the bandwidth to manage this scale of a project and many locations, always making you feel like you are their only client! That is hard to do!

We are overall happy with the end result and give the highest recommendation to Edward A. Anderson Company.

- Meg and Derrick C.
The highest quality workmanship from skilled craftsmen, excellent communication, effective coordination with other trades and professionals. - Julian D.
Fantastic addition to our home, made it look like it was always part of the house. Changed our lives. We couldn’t say more to recommend EAA - Rob L.
It was an absolute pleasure working with Edward A. Anderson Company. The end result was a job that was complete on time and on budget. We are thrilled and delighted with the outcome of our home. - Dave S.
We used Edward A Anderson when we remodeled our master bathroom. We were very pleased with their work and just used them again 6 years later when we remodeled our kitchen. They were reliable, trustworthy and very competent. I would recommend them to anyone! - Mary G.
You’ve worked on my home for nearly 20 years on lots of projects... All of them were well done and some were difficult. You do good work and you’re pleasant to work with. Thanks for all the assistance. All the best! - Bruce S.
Our lead carpenter was fantastic! Everyone who came to our house was conscientious and respectful. They made the project as seamless as possible. After the project was completed the follow-up was prompt and completed in a timely manner. We fully recommend your company. - Nancy C.
There’s no way I could conceive of that your service and attention to our needs could possibly be improved. - Bob S.
It was a pleasure working with you and all of your associates. Your team is professional, friendly and made the project move along as swiftly as possible. Our lead carpenter was diligent and kept us informed... We thank you for making the Kitchen-Great Room of my dreams... – Patty D.
E.A.A. stands out amongst its competitors in regards to thoroughness and quality. - Lisa M.
Edward A. Anderson Company is a first class contractor. They are very knowledable with an excellent subcontractor network. Their commitment to quality and professionalism is at the highest level. - Ted B.
Paul has such a calming way about him making it very easy to work with him. The work was very high quality. We would use them again! - Sandy W.
Thank you for a job well done! Your project manager, carpenters and subcontractors were great. Everyone treated our house as if it was their own. You were very responsive and proactive. Lastly, I wish to commend you and your company on its professionalism and integrity; it is something you should be proud of (and very rare to find). EAA is highly recommended. - John K.
We appreciate the quick response and very professional work that was performed. In particular, thank Jeff for his carpentry wizardry. - Bob S.
We could not be more pleased with the work you did and with the final product... Our carpenter has done a great job. I am sure that he gets tremendous kudos on every job, but I have been truly impressed by the bredth of his knowledge and his commitment... - Terry H.
We had a very positive experience with Edward A. Anderson. Paul was very easy to work with and Dominic was reliable, professional and very enjoyable to work with. - Karin L.
They do their absolute best to make construction as painless as possible... We are probably the most high maintenance clients you could ever find, and I would wholeheartedly recommend them for any project, large or small, because they will do it well and they will do it right. - Amanda D.
It was a perfect experience from beginning to finish, from the first meeting discussing the vision to everyone who came in and worked so professionally, the project was finished on time and it exceeded all our expectations. - Julie and Greg R.
Renovations can be stressful, but EAA was always there with answers to questions. The work and workers are always professional and to the highest standards. If we do another project EAA would be the obvious choice. - John B.
We really enjoyed working with you and your crew! We appreciated your attention to detail, your efficiency, and your all over "can do" positive attitude! Most importantly, we love our finished home! - Patti S.
Working with Johnny from Edward A. Anderson Company was a wonderful experience and the results are absolutely stellar. He poured so much care and skill into every detail, and it truly shows. Everything looks incredibly sharp, and we are so impressed with how fantastic it turned out. We are very grateful for the dedication and craftsmanship he brought to the project — it makes such a noticeable difference! Huge thanks! - Astrid R.
My wife and I worked with Paul and Dominic on a project to update a recent condominium purchase. They offered excellent suggestions to improve style and function and were a true partner on the project. The work was completed on time and under budget. In addition, Dominic and team cleaned the workspace each day and limited any disruption to our neighbors. I highly recommend Paul and his team at Edward Anderson Company. - Bill D.
I'm telling you what I'm sure you already know - Johnny is so terrific! He is such a hard worker, he explains things very clearly, and he's as meticulous as if he's working on his own house!! Thank you! - Amy Z
It was a pleasure from our first meeting with Paul. He had great ideas for the renovation upon walking through the door! We couldn’t be more pleased with the end product! And Dominic was the absolute best! Also loved Matt, Roman, Dawn and all the others including Dan DeGuilio too! - Mary Doug and Tom B.
The entire Team at Edward A. Anderson was wonderful to work with on our first floor renovation several years ago. We absolutely love the finished product and how easy Paul was to work with throughout the process. Their subcontractors are excellent, and the quality of the work is beautiful. We enjoyed the experience so much that we’ve enlisted Edward A. Anderson for our next project! - Meg S.
Dominic and his team were outstanding, highly skilled, reliable, friendly and always had timely communication. Our project involved rebuilding a second floor balcony-patio on an almost 90+ year old stucco home that was beginning to collapse. Dominic's team not only succeeded in producing a structurally improved patio, but also managed to match the exterior design so perfectly to what was there originally, that no one can tell that the patio was rebuilt. We love the finished product! - Pierrette B.
Your company stood out in its ability to manage our bathroom project with a minimum of disruption and site-work downtime. Everyone couldn't have been more helpful, accommodating and positive, never mind their excellent craftsmanship. We’re pleased with not only the results but the experience. How often can that be said about a construction project? We enthusiastically recommend Edward A. Anderson to anyone who’s looking for residential construction at high levels of quality, communication, and cooperation. - Mark V.
Paul Armstrong and his team at Edward Anderson are exceptional. They have done multiple projects in our 1895 home. Paul is personable and professional. The quality of work and clear communication Edward Anderson provides is not always easy to find. They are responsive and get the job done in a timely manner and with attention to detail and expert workmanship. We've had exterior and interior work done with Paul and his team, and each experience was great. Do not hesitate to engage Edward Anderson for your needs. You will not be disappointed. – Michelle A.
Edward A Anderson helped turn our 127 year old Victorian into an open concept 1st floor kitchen remodel that we love! From beginning to end they were friendly, imaginative and productive. They were professional and worked through problems with several different solutions. All of their employees and subs were great. Working every day, you did not have to guess if they were going to be there or not! Would highly recommend them! - Kim D.
Edward A. Anderson Co. has done countless projects for us over the last 15 years. From a beautiful new kitchen to full window replacement to decorative exterior railings, I don't know how our 100+ year old house would have become our "dream home" without them. Smart, skilled, and responsible, every EAA employee has treated us with respect and kindness. Their work is first-rate. Over these many years and projects we have never had a harsh word or a problem that was left unresolved. For these reasons, EAA enjoys a great reputation not only with many families, but with every tradesmen and village inspector that's ever entered our home. High praise, indeed! - Mary Q.
This is the first time I have been able to recommend a contractor, and I have worked with several over the years. The personnel at Edward A. Anderson Co. are extremely professional, and were a pleasure to work with on my kitchen/bathroom remodel project. The manager assigned to my project was terrific and his communication skills were excellent. I would not hesitate to use Edward A. Anderson Co. in the future. - Janet H.
We did an extensive remodel/renovation/addition on our home. The project was 8-9 months and involved moving around our family, school, and varied schedules. EAA could not have been more accommodating and friendly. They did the best they could to keep us in the loop and were most responsive, and we found their work to be of the highest quality. When we began the project we communicated the date that we wanted the project to be finished so our family could settle in. That date was met-- not something you find very often in the world of construction projects! The subcontractors we had on site were excellent as well. Thank you Paul & Co for creating a truly loved home! - Suzy L.
We hired Paul Armstrong at Edward A. Anderson to complete a kitchen and first floor remodel. They did an outstanding job, were very easy to work with, and we would definitely use them again. – M. D.
The people at Edward Anderson are top quality, respectful and easy to talk to. Project manager is readily available. I feel very comfortable in recommending to others. We have used them on several of our own endeavors. - K. L.
While it was only a minor task in comparison to Paul's normal jobs, the company was professional and thorough in the repair of an external flashing leak. Paul has always done quality work and has a significant number of beautifully completed home renovations. – Gregg A.
In fall of 2019 we began a house project with Paul Armstrong of Edward Anderson as Architect and Project Manager. Having lived here for more than 12 years we understood exactly how we lived in our home. Our project encompassed the entire first floor. We had specific ideas about design and functionality that Paul understood and implemented seamlessly. The added value were the new ideas Paul presented to complement our existing plan. His measured approach assured a cohesive plan.

Successful implementation of design is largely predicated on the quality of the general contractor. Dominic Manieri of Edward Anderson is a talented craftsman with expertise in all areas of construction. Most notably Dominic is "a worker." His strong work ethic and attention to detail assured integrity in our project. Dominic set the same standards for any sub-contractor, reviewing each stage of their work. Dominic was so easy to work with, understanding of all questions and responsive to any issue that came up. He was very easy to have around our family and in our home. Timing on our project was a bit delayed due to Covid issues.

— Patty D.
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