Testimonials
“Our experience with AMC was absolutely amazing”
We did a full house renovation, on time and within budget. Everyone, from Andrew to the person responsible for the smallest detail, was a pleasure to work with. No concern of ours was considered trivial and no surprises were unworkable. They know their stuff and are open to suggestions. We cannot emphasize enough what fine professionals they are.
— Pacific Heights Homeowner
Our realtor recommended Andrew to help us assess whether or not the SF fixer-uppers we were looking to buy were doable or a bottomless money pit. Andrew visited open houses with us, listened to what we wanted to do (and not do), and offered his expert construction and cost analysis. In the hyper-competitive "no-contingency" bidding market, having Andrew on our side was invaluable. We love our current place now and would not have taken the leap without Andrew's guidance.
— Soma Homeowner
“In summary, Andrew Mark Construction does premium work on large jobs at a reasonable price…on target, on time, and on budget!”
- Cow Hollow homeowner
Andrew has been doing work for us for years. His work is flawless and professional, but we most especially value his communication skills. It's so important to have a contractor who keeps you posted and patiently explains and answers questions along the way. Highly highly recommend Andrew!
— Noe Valley Homeowners
“ We wanted you to know that it was a pleasure to work with AMC on our Project”
We have worked with Andrew and Alan on several high end projects for our clients. They are a true pleasure to work with. They are excellent communicators, careful planners and have a very gracious manner with our clients. Highly recommended!"
—Sarah Bashford, Bashford Design.
“When you start a major remodel in the close quarters of our neighborhood”
Andrew was great from the beginning of the project till the end, making sure that each job was being done properly and to a high detailed standard. Also give me options to stay on track with my over all budget. He is my go to guy whenever I need any type of work done in my Business, and also has a team of people that work well together what ever your needs may be. This is one of those contacts that is a must have in your address book
— San Francisco business owner.
“Working with Andrew Gilchrist and his company Andrew Mark Construction is always a pleasure. As an architect, it’s so refreshing and rare to work with a high caliber contractor who not only does superb work but is transparent and professional in his process. Andrew has great construction knowledge, can anticipate and avoid problems, works well with Architects and Designers by honoring the design intent and executes the work with perfection, all the time making sure the client’s needs and expectation are met or exceeded.”
— Andre Rothblatt, AIA
“Working with Andrew has been a delightful experience from start to finish”
Easy to work with, honest, responsive, excellent quality of work, excellent choice of sub-contractors for job. Highly recommend for any job, small, medium or large.
— Cow hollow Homeowner
I have enjoyed working Andrew Mark Construction because they do excellent work with great care and attention. Andrew and Alan are effective collaborators, and it has been a delight to work with them professionally. The team also works closely with each homeowner, listening to concerns, incorporating goals, and providing guidance on plans and costs. Our clients know and appreciate the level of craftsmanship they see in the end product. I highly recommend Andrew Mark Construction.
— Hannah Evans Denmark, Co-Founder Evans Aamodt Design
Cow Hollow homeowner:
I recommend without hesitation Andrew Gilchrist, and his firm, Andrew Mark Construction, to anyone considering a medium, large, or very large home renovation in and around San Francisco.
I’ve come to understand that there are two types of renovations: Renovate-to-Flip and Renovate-to-Live-in. Andrew is not interested in Renovate-to-Flip jobs. He cares too much about quality and is too good at what he does to waste it on those who are not going to enjoy the benefits of his quality workmanship.
Andrew knows what he’s doing and he’s good at it. He’s been doing it since he was old enough to lift a hammer. He has worked hard to learn the trade and persevered to master it.
Andrew listens to understand what drives clients’ needs and constraints, comes up with ideas and alternatives, and then educates them to make good, responsible, informed decisions. In our good-sized project, he pointed out several items that we would not have thought to address (e.g., smooth out the long first floor wall, remove an old fireplace and chimney to open up the living room and deck area above, hollow out hidden dead spaces to provide additional storage, etc.) and that we are extremely glad we did!
In each case he laid out the rationale for doing something more than we had planned, gave us multiple options, and helped us think through which to follow. He shared his opinions and recommendations but didn’t insist we do what he thought was best. We didn’t always do what he seemed to want but we always appreciated his proactive thinking and thoughtful analysis.
Andrew is an eager learner. He stays abreast of regulations and techniques, studies what others do, and gets advice and training from experts in the construction industry to learn how to run a better back office. He sets himself apart in other ways too. For example, he treats subcontractors well and with respect; he pays fast so subs show-up on time and do their best work to be called upon again.
In summary, Andrew does premium work on large jobs at a reasonable price…on target, on time, and on budget!