BAY HARBOUR HOMES Home Gallery Services About Contact Current Page: Reviews Cabinets What people are saying. "Tom and his team have done an amazing job renovating my home. The attention to detail and promptness with the completion of our project was seamless. Every step was explained and any questions were answered. I highly recommend Bay Harbour Homes for any a renovation or new home build." — Lucy P. "I highly recommend Bay Harbour Homes. They completed a renovation project on our home during the summer of 2012. Tom and his team are all fantastic, easy people to work with. The workmanship and attention to detail of their team is outstanding. I greatly appreciated their understanding of older homes and their ability to accomplish our vision while still staying on budget and on time." — J. Bertozz "I couldn’t be more pleased with the renovations that Bay Harbour Homes did for me! Except now I don’t want to leave my house. They had creative ideas I hadn’t thought of that I love and they stayed well on budget. Their integrity was most important to me. I’d trust my first born with them. They were all so nice to work with and patient with me!" — Suzanne S. "This was my first time building a home and I would definitely do it again with Bay Harbour. It was a great process and they were very organized and made things seamless. I was informed of everything every step of the way and the house turned out much better than I would’ve ever imagined. I really appreciate Bay Harbour team. I would highly recommend them for any project." — Robert W. “We chose Bay Harbour Homes to build our large, South Tampa, custom home in 2010. Working with Tom DiGiacomo and his staff was a pleasure from start to finish. Tom, Rob, Tim and Pat felt like family by the end of our project. Always professional and responsive as well as efficient. Tom was quick to offer creative solutions to tricky issues that arose throughout the building process. Especially when we had changes which were often. Even after completion, Bay Harbour Homes is always available to correct any problems and offer ideas for future projects. We would highly recommend Bay Harbour Homes.” — Sarah G. "We purchased an older home which required some work. We heard from several people to hire Bay Harbour Homes. From the 1st consultation with Tom, to working with his office staff and crew, nothing but professional, honest and straightforward advice and outstanding workmanship. We look forward to future projects as we know from the smallest detail, they take pride in their work and will treat your home as if it was their own." — Jeff D. "My husband and I were so pleased with Bay Harbour Homes, the quality, the staff, the professionalism, and I could go on and on when we did an extensive remodel of the 1928 home that we are going to use them again to rebuild our detached garage. Our remodel included original plumbing, electric, bathrooms, new kitchen, finding all kinds of oversites in the original building and additions, new roof, airconditioning, exterior facelift, and more. Essentially it was a complete makeover that took 7 or 8 months. We have recommended them with the highest praise to any and all who ask what we thought of their work." — Carole S. "My husband and I met several builders through our architect. Tom and his team at Bay Harbour really stood out from the rest. They had a much better infrastructure with each department having a director that we were able to contact at any time. All of the team members are absolute professionals and made our project run smoothly. We made some changes during the process of building our house and they were very accommodating (and patient)." — Mindy T. Even now, 2-1/2 years after completion, they still respond and correct anything that arises due to defects. They use top-notch subs and are very creative in their execution. Hopefully, this will be the last house we custom-build; but if we were ever to do it again, we would not hesitate to call Bay Harbour Homes for our project." — Tommy A. "I had the great pleasure to work with Tom DiGiacomo and Bay Harbour Homes. I received Tom's name from a friend who met him at an event. From the moment Tom and I met we had a wonderful rapport. Tom is a perfectionist. Tom has a great eye for detail. Tom is open to any ideas that I had and sent me pictures of ideas he thought I might like. His team handles many of the details inside the home very efficiently. I live in Pittsburgh so the home I built was a vacation home. I never worried because I had great confidence that the construction of the house was in good hands with Tom and his team. I must say it was one beautiful house.” — Alma M. "We built a large custom home in South Tampa with Bay Harbour in 2005 and 2006. While this was our first custom home, it was an excellent experience because of the patience and professionalism of the team. Even during this high-demand period (post-Hurricane Katrina and during the Housing Boom), they did a great job. Furthermore, after an EF-1 tornado caused damage in our neighborhood, we had to fire the contractor provided by the insurance company. We immediately called Bay Harbour to get the job done right. I give them my highest recommendation and we plan to use them for another project in the coming months." — Tampa R. "My husband and I are new to home construction so we knew that when we set out to find a contractor to help us through the renovation of our existing home, we had to find just the right team to help us. We found that in the Bay Harbour team. We appreciate their collaborative approach and their willingness to suggest opportunities for creative use of space. Their attention to detail, transparency, and responsiveness have made them our perfect partners in the planning of our renovation. We are anxious to break ground next week. If the planning phase of our project is any indication for the actual work, I am certain we will reach the perfect end result for our family." — Elds B. "We didn't go through the building process with Bay Harbour, but purchased a brand new house they had on the market more than 5 years ago. The moment I walked into the home, I loved it! At the time I didn't understand why it felt different than the other homes we had looked at, but after purchasing it and living it, I got to really look around and notice the absolute attention to detail that Bay Harbour put into our home. We often get compliments on the detailed woodwork, but beyond that, the house is well proportioned and quality materials were used. The best part is that Tom and his team didn't build it and leave. They are still just a phone call away or will stop by if we have any questions and will help coordinate any handy work we may need around the house. Without any hesitation, I recommend them to any friend that is looking to build. In fact, our plan in the next few years is to find a lot and have them build our next dream home." — Swartz T. "I have been working with Bay Harbour homes on the design of our new custom build for the last several months. Tom & Rob make a great team and are wonderful to work with. Their goal is always to build your dream home, within your budget, on time, with a finished product that both you and they can be proud of. Their knowledge of custom home building - true custom home building - is second to none. Their attention to detail, background in historic and southern homes, and pride in their work distinguish them from other builders we interviewed. Another reason I recommend Bay Harbour so highly is that they are honest, straightforward, and realistic. These are not people who are going to promise you whatever it takes to get the job, and then give you excuses as to why things are over-budget and behind schedule. Tom and Rob have always been honest with us about what we can do on the budget we have given them, and most importantly - they know where to best spend your money. Their experience is invaluable when making decisions about where to use your budget dollars to maximize your vision. Their client focus is also top-notch. Communication is excellent - they are always available. From design services to custom home construction, to remodeling - I give Bay Harbour Homes my highest recommendation." — Sr Q. "We had the pleasure of working with Rob, Tom, and the whole Bay Harbour Homes company twice. First with the reconstruction of our master bathroom and, then, because of their outstanding work, professionalism, and attention to detail, we didn't hesitate to work with them again when we added onto our house. This company is excellent in all areas: Highly professional stays within your budget without sacrificing any quality, time, flexibility, and keeps the job site impeccably clean throughout the entire construction process. Their customer service, coupled with their outstanding workmanship, is unsurpassed and we will not hesitate to call on them again in the future." — Tracey D. "I got to know Tom DiGiacomo several years ago when he built a home for a mutual client. The client was extremely happy with their work. Then, a year or so ago we were looking to remodel our home in South Tampa. We interviewed a number of contractors but none really struck our fancy. During this process, I saw Bay Harbour Homes sign on a house being remodeled in the neighborhood. I didn't know Tom and his crew were doing remodels so needless to say was delighted when he agreed to remodel our home. This was an extensive remodel so we worked closely with Tom and various other members of the team. It included a new kitchen, bathrooms, and upgrades to the rest of the house. I'm happy to report we were very happy with the level of commitment and detail throughout the process. Tom provided valuable input in arriving at the level of fit and finish we achieved. Even after the work was complete, his team has been extremely responsive and helpful in finalizing things. I would have no reservation recommending Bay Harbour Homes for the construction of a new home or renovation of an existing one given my many years of experience with this company. They are honest, ethical, and great people to work with." — Don & Dominique M. "I contacted Bay Harbour Homes to get a bid to add an office and laundry room to my home based on the recommendation of someone who works in the construction industry. The company he works for supplies construction materials so he has the opportunity to see the work of many contractors and how they do business. Of all of them, he said Bay Harbour Homes stood out as the best. I was impressed at my first meeting with Tom DiGiacomo, their bid was competitive, so I hired them. I continued to be impressed with the other members of their staff and the subcontractors they sent to my home. Their level of personal concern and attention to detail is unusual in the construction industry today. As the work on my office neared completion, I was so happy with how things had gone, I decided to have them continue and add a bedroom and bath as well. Everything turned out beautifully and I have found the contractor that I will be using for anything I need from now on." — Mare W. "My husband and I worked with Bay Harbour Homes on a remodel several years ago and could not have more positive things to say about this company. We have said we would love to move in a few years and do the whole process all over again (or build from the ground up) because Tom and Rob made the whole process so enjoyable from beginning to end. They are both incredibly organized and professional when it comes to picking things out, getting workers in and out on time, and have the highest standards for themselves and their company. They were so on top of things that my husband and I didn't feel the need to come by and check on the house frequently because we knew they were handling things, and handling them to the standard of perfection. We love the details they helped us chose and the quality of craftsmanship is my highest praise. Three years later and our floors, moldings, beadboard, extra trim and finishes still look perfect. This company holds a special place in our hearts. We started the remodeling process as strangers and still consider them all friends. Their work ethic, professionalism, and quality of construction make them the best choice for builders in Tampa Bay, hands down." — Becky B. "We used Bay Harbour Homes to build a custom home in 2008-2009. We initially learned about them through a Bay Harbour spec home on which we made an offer but did not purchase. We immediately formed a relationship with them, and after seeing and being impressed with their other work, we decided they were the best people to build our home. We had a fantastic experience with Bay Harbour Homes and thoroughly enjoyed the building process. They worked to help us select the best lot for our housing needs and continued to guide us every step of the way. We loved the personal attention and accessibility that they provided. It was truly a customer-focused process, in which they worked to accommodate us, including being available for 11pm phone calls to work around our professional schedules. Bay Harbour Homes did a great job of providing a customer centric experience while still offering guidance and honesty. They helped direct us but allowed us to make decisions we were comfortable with at our own pace. We particularly appreciated their candor throughout the process. They offered a critical eye and professional expertise, even when the feedback wasn’t necessarily what we wanted to hear. It was evident that while they wanted us to be happy with the finished product, they also wanted to build a house of which they could be proud. While we loved Bay Harbour Homes’s accessibility and honesty, the quality of their work is probably their greatest strength. They display an extreme attention to detail in every aspect of the building process and demonstrate personal ownership in the finished product. We are thrilled with our house, and only plan on leaving if and when we can build again with Bay Harbour Homes." — Amy R. "My husband and I have worked with Bay Harbour Homes off and on over the past 7 years. They have done small projects for us but they also remodeled our family room 7 years ago. They took the architect's plans we had drawn up and tweeked them to save us thousands of dollars. Most recently, they totally transformed our kitchen in 8 weeks. The fact that they took 2 rooms down to the studs and completed the project, as promised in 8 weeks, is nothing short of astonishing. Tim helped with the layout of the kitchen and did an amazing job making sure I didn't make any mistakes and thwart my plans for a roomy, workable kitchen. Rob and Pat are always pleasant, patient and provide weekly status reports keeping you constantly apprised of the status of the project. Tom is my neighbor and friend and I feel like I can always call him with any questions or concerns. They are a great team and I can't recommend them highly enough." — KP N. "We had the pleasure of working with Bay Harbour Homes to build our first home together. If I had to rate our satisfaction with them it would be a 10/10! We love our home so much and everyone at Bay Harbour worked so hard to help us do exactly what we wanted to make it perfect for us. They provided all the necessary services from the architect to the household appliances-they always pointed us in the right direction. Everyone with the Bay Harbour team is kind, understanding - listens well, and very patient! We were planning our wedding and went away on our honeymoon during the latter part of the building process (a very crucial decision-making time!) and they helped us through every step of the way--we had no surprises upon return from our honeymoon! We had a fairly tight budget as this is our first home, but Bay Harbour respectfully worked with us to make the best decisions and gave us suggestions to stay within our budget. I also am very indecisive and like to change my mind often but that was not a problem at all for the Bay Harbour team. We made many last-minute changes and even some "too late" changes that the team worked out smoothly. Any concerns I had were heard and addressed promptly. The communication among the team and to us was amazing. They were open and honest about how our decisions affected the overall project and were not afraid to give us advice, or offended when we didn't take it! They each made efforts to make our experience easy and enjoyable. 2 years later we are still emailing and calling Bay Harbour for questions and advice and utilizing their resources as we continue to make our house our home!" — Lauren M. "We used Bay Harbour Homes to lead us through a complete kitchen renovation, reconfiguration of garage space into a dining area, and construction of new utility space. I can say without reservation that the experience with Bay Harbour Homes was not what I was expecting and we were extremely pleased. Tom and his staff were beyond professional, attentive, considerate, and respectful. From the very first meeting, Tom and his staff were open to our ideas and helps us work through the positives and negatives of each. They provided an updated, detailed schedule of activities that covered three weeks (current week and 2 weeks out). This was very important to us since we occupied the house during the 2.5 months of construction. They provided daily communication of events and issues on-site and laid out all of our options. Of particular note was the fact that in the middle of the project I had to go out of the country for business for a week and this concerned my wife. Tom and his staff made sure that they were on site before she left in the morning with the kids and were there when she got home in the afternoon to go over everything with her. They were explicit and non-technical in their explanations of what occurred that day and what to expect for the next. They went so far as to coordinate moving the washer and dryer around some of the activities to ensure that the laundry could be done without having to go to a laundry mat. Bay Harbour's selection of subs for work was also amazing. Each of the subs held a level of respect for us and our ideas. Each sub was there when scheduled and completed the work mostly on time. On the few occasions that they ran over both Tom and sub gave us the heads up early with an explanation and a plan to stay on task. We will be using Bay Harbour Homes on our next project and strongly recommend that you do too." — Marty P. "We did a lot of research before hiring a company to do our home expansion. We are beyond pleased that we chose Bay Harbour. They did an excellent job from start to finish--- very knowledgeable, hands-on, and experienced. Their recommendations were always right on target. We added over 700 sq feet to our home, including a large family room (wired with surround sound, beautiful windows all around, a traditional fireplace/mantel with detailed molding as a focal point), a spacious wet bar with gorgeous cabinetry and granite countertops, and full bath. We also added a covered porch and extended the existing patio area. Having lived with our addition for a year now, we are truly happy with every decision we made. Friends who saw the before and after often comment on how well the transition flows from the old part of the house to the new. And yet, we still feel like we have the "wow factor" of all the beautiful new features that distinguish a true home upgrade. We will be able to live in this house much longer than we would have without doing the expansion, and we know if we decide to sell one day that the expansion we did will be extremely appealing to homebuyers. Few more things worth mentioning....Tom and his team are very good at assessing the scope of a project and making every dollar count. They do not try to sell you on overly high-priced materials when an alternative of equal quality is available. Tom and his team are also excellent communicators. They are very good at breaking down various aspects of the project so that you understand exactly what is going on and what you can expect in terms of the end result. Tom and his team are very organized. They plan ahead with ordering materials as much as possible and the way they manage their laborers and keep everyone on task and in sync with one another is amazing. There are a LOT of people that go into a home construction project. From the guys that lay the foundation to the drywall workers, electrical folks, plumbers, painters, you name it.... Bay Harbour ensures that everyone knows exactly what they are expected to do and when. Our project was completed in 3 months. Just 3 months!!! Bottom line....you can't go wrong with Bay Harbour. They are very professional, they've been in business a long time, they know what they are doing! They want to earn your trust and they work hard to keep it because they sincerely want you to be happy with the goals you have for your home." — Drea H. "Tom DiGiacomo and I first met back at Rollins College. When I moved to Tampa I reconnected with Tom after purchasing a 1917 bungalow just off Bayshore Blvd. It was in such bad shape it had been condemned by the city and was awaiting demolition. Tom and his team guided me through the complete remodel which involved everything from replacing the foundation to the roof and everything in between. Eight years later, the time had come for my wife and I to build our dream home. This was going to be a large project and we interviewed 5 builders. My wife did not know Tom. However, when he took us on a tour of homes he built, two owners who saw Tom made it a point to come out to say hello. My wife and I had an opportunity to discuss in-depth their experience utilizing Tom. Their own experience was fantastic. We contracted with Tom and Bay Harbour Homes shortly after. We had the lot and the home plans already picked out. However, as Tom provided input and guidance from the outset we were able to augment our original plans so that the outcome exceeded our highest expectations. Bay Harbour Homes provided the highest level of service, professionalism, financial management, and quality of work. After nine years, the quality of contraction is clear. The strongest recommendation I can make is the opportunity for repeat business. I have recently embarked on a new 18,000 square foot project and I engaged Bay Harbour Homes again. If you like additional information on Bay Harbour Homes and my experience, please do not hesitate to contact me." — Jim Tagg Tom DiGiacomo President of Bay Harbour Homes tom@bayharbourhomes.com Made with Squarespace