What Our Customers Are Saying...
"We're happy with the job that
Ken Ferber did for us. We had our roof replaced August 22, 2003
and today we had new seamless gutters put on. The jobs were performed
in a very timely manor and the workers were very professional.
Ken came by during the roof replacement to make sure everything
was going well. From start to finish, Ken did a great job with
communicating with us. We highly recommend his company for all
your construction needs. In the future we will be looking to Ken
to have a deck built and porch columns added to our front porch.
Ken gave us a fair, competitive price and we are very glad we
choose his company Showcase. Sincerely, Ed and Linda Burroughs,
Clarksville MD." Day Phone:: 301-490-1373
Email: eddy1e@aol.com
"Our new roof was installed Saturday, July 19th, 2003. We are very pleased with the price and the professional and efficient installation, including the cleanup afterwords. And we would certainly recommend them to anyone considering roof replacement. Today Homeowners need to be very cautious in dealing with contractors. I can confidently say to anyone working with Ken Ferber (Owner,Showcase Home Improvements, Inc.) will feel comfortable regarding price and a professional job." John Georgilas, Silver Spring, Maryland
"Overall my experience with Showcase was top notch. Everything looks fantastic. I highly recommend Ken Ferber and his crews." Steve Webster- Columbia, MD
"Most of the bids I received from other roofers were higher. I received one that was lower but the roofer never contacted me to discuss the job after his bid. Showcase was prompt pleasant to deal with and did a very nice job. They also did a great cleanup. I would use them again"- Alan Cohan, Pasadena, MD 5/21/03
"Absolutely you can give my number out. It s rare to find a contractor that is such a pleasure to deal with, and does nice work."5/3/03 Bill Gunning- 410-897-0040 Annapolis-Replaced entire roof, powerwash house, decks
"Even though Ken Ferber and his
wife were near the end of a difficult pregnancy Ken kept on schedule,
made work order changes and did an excellent follow up on the
one minor problem. I would recommend him any time to anyone."
Conrad Hay - Montgomery Village
"From the list I selected six companies to contact. I faxed each company a list of dates I could be available to meet with them to review my roof and get their quote for the job. Showcase Roofing was the first company to respond- and that was over a weekend. I finally narrowed down the search to three companies. I met with each company representative. I received an appointment with the president of the company, Ken Ferber. Ken has the latitude to make decisions about what can and cannot be done by his crew and accurately project a date to schedule the job.
Ken is a can do person and was in constant contact with his crew and with me if questions arose. His crew was polite, efficient, and conducted a good clean up when the job was done. I would recommend Showcase Roofing to anyone looking for a roof replacement." Sincerely, Vickie Zegar Columbia, Maryland 12/01/03
"The crew did a good job and came back promptly to fix a spot on the patio roof that was not level." Dr.Diane Finley Crofton, Maryland 410-721-2832
"Ken- Your the "man"! You said that you would install my new roof by the end of the week, and even though Isabel visited us on Thursday, you and your crew showed up bright and early Saturday and did a bang-up job. Thank You for the great job! I will certainly recommend your team to anyone I know that needs a new roof. I look forward to you doing additional work for me." Karl Schmid, Glen Burnie, Maryland 1/12/03 410-766-4905
"My wife and I purchased our dream house - a waterfront home on the Magothy River - in the late summer of 2003, only to have Hurricane Isabelle rip the roof off the month after we moved in. The only good thing to come out of the hurricane was meeting Ken Ferber and Showcase Roofing. Our beautiful new roof was installed on time and within budget and Ken was there every step of the way making sure that everything went smoothly. Quality, value, timeliness, cleanliness, communication, professionalism and courteousness were all truly superior. From start to finish, they exceeded our every expectation and we recommend them without hesitation. I could go on an on, but I simply can not begin to say enough good things about Ken and Showcase Roofing. We can be contacted at the number listed below for any further information." Sincerely, Frank and Mary Beth Jones, Pasadena Maryland 1/25/2004 Day Phone: 410-255-1104; Email: shriver@hotmail.com"
"To Ken Ferber and Showcase Roofing:
Thank you so much for the outstanding work on my roof! We were
very pleased from the beginning. Your prompt response to our request,
to the expedient removal and replacement of our roof will definately
make Showcase Roofing our choice for any additional work and will
definately be a name that we pass on to our family and friends.
THANKS AGAIN!" Ines and Albert Millard, Lanham. Maryland 2/16/2004
"Dear Homeowner,
It is with great confidence that our family can highly recommend Ken Ferber and Showcase Roofing for your remodeling needs. We had a new roof put on and all new siding on our 20 year old home. What a great job Ken and his team did. The whole crew was professional, neat, and attentive. We did a lot of price comparisons, and Showcase Roofing came in with a fair price, with some extras thrown in.
The workmanship was top notch and we recieved knowledgable advice on products and remodeling ideas. If your house needs a facelift, we can confidently reccomend Ken Ferber and Showcase Roofing. Sincereley, Emily and Ernest Siegrist, Davidsonville, MD 3/31/2004"
"Ken Ferber thoroughly explained the methods and materials to me--unlike the bids I received from two other companies. Showcase Roofing replaced my roof and gutters, covered my soffitt and other exposed wood, and added gutter covers. It's a relief to know I won't have to climb on my roof again! The work crews were competent, efficient, and courteous. They did a quality job. I would recommend Ken's company to anyone wanting a quality job done right the first time." Millie Edwards--Brandywine, MD. 6/28/04
"I feel obligated to pass on some comments concerning your roofing crew that just completed a reproofing job at my house. Dick Stack, the Project Manager was very knowledgeable and professional in overseeing the job. Along with his personality and good nature, he is an asset to any employer. I cannot say enough about the crew led by Juan. He and his four other crew members worked as hard and efficiently as any workers I have ever seen. Their conduct during the entire time was beyond reproach. Please pass my compliments along to all involved. Sincerely, Donald H. Saucier-Smithsburg, MD 9/15/04"
"I am very happy with the work that Showcase did installing a new roof on my home. This was the first time hiring a contractor to work on my house. My friends told me horror stories about contractors that they had used, but I had no problems with Ken and his crews. After looking over my existing roof, Ken explained the work he wanted to do and answered all of my questions regarding the job. The materials were delivered a few days after signing the contract, and the workers showed up a couple of days later and installed the new roof. The new roof looks great! I have already recommended Showcase to a colleague and would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone else who needs contracting work done. Scott Lasley, Berwyn Heights, MD-301-982-0812"
"Just wanted to let you know how
happy we are with our new deck and roof. Both look as good as
the picture I had in my head! We appreciate your working with
us throughout the job, even the little details that matter so
much. Just the fact that I could reach you to discuss things quickly
was a huge plus. Your crews were timely, responsive, and very
talented. They even did a good job of cleanup! We will certainly
refer any business we can to you. Thanks Again, Deb Donnelson,
Kensington, MD."
"I was incredibly pleased
with Showcase Roofing from the first conversation we had to establish
an initial meeting through the cleanup after the roof was installed.
The following is a list of the aspects which distinguished Showcase
Roofing from the other roofing contractors I interviewed.
" Ken arrived at my house
on time and in a marked vehicle clearly displaying his affiliation
with Showcase Roofing. The first thing I was handed was a list
of references and recent job locations.
" My position as a do-it-yourself
renovator was respected.
" Time was taken to draw a
schematic of the roof and to establish a written record of the
location and type of materials to be used during the project.
This record made it easy during the installation for the job to
be completed as we had expected.
" Showcase Roofing was the
only contractor to inspect my attic for problems that might impact
the roof installation.
" The roof installation occurred on time.
" The installation crew was
polite and respectful of my property.
" The cleanup following the
roof installation was meticulous.
Thank you for the time and effort
you put into roofing my house. I recommend your services without
any reservations. Sincerely, Chris Kirby 204 Mustang Ct., Gambrills,
MD 21054 -1/22/05"
"We discussed roofing and
vinyl siding of our property on Manhattan Avenue with several
companies before deciding to go with Showcase Exteriors. Some
of the companies did not bother to view the property and others
gave us a price much higher than Showcase's.
Showcase was very prompt in viewing the property and giving us
a price that was more reasonable and competitive than the other
companies. Although the job was being completed in January, we
were assured that the work would be completed shortly and in an
excellent fashion. The building is beautiful and does not look
like the same address!" I would recommend Showcase to anyone
who wants quality roofing and siding work done. Mary K. McCallum
and Delano R. McCallum, Baltimore, MD." 2/1/05
"What separates good contractors
from great ones is commitment to detail. As one who has spent
his whole career in and around the construction industry, I know
when I see commitment from a contractor.
Your commitment to detail started by showing up on time for the
pre-bid walkthrough. You also pointed out several things that
Showcase does that other companies might not. You walked me through
the bid process with a full inspection of the roof area to be
replaced, as well as an inspection of the interior attic area.
You wanted to be sure that there wouldn't be any surprises due
to water damaged plywood under the existing shingles.
While your number was not the lowest bid that I received, it was
well within what I thought the job would cost, and only a small
percentage higher. When you factor in all of the extra items Showcase
pays attention to, and the 7 year warranty, the numbers were probably
equal. And while money is a factor in choosing a contractor, I
also look at value and quality, Showcase provides both.
Finally and most importantly, the crew showed up on time- and
the work was completed on time. You had on site supervision, as
promised. The crew did a good job protecting the property and
cleaning up after the roof was installed.
I will definitely consider Showcase Exteriors for any additional
remodeling projects in the future. Sincerely, Mike Saling Crofton,
MD 88rebos@verizon.net" 6-3-05.
Dear Showcase Exteriors, Thanks
for doing a timely and professional job securing a new roof on
our home. The cleanup after the work was very good. We admire
the effort taken to protect our shrubbery and flowers. The frost
gray shingles we selected are perfect for the overall appearance.
Thanks again for a job well done. Ray Proctor 8/18/2005
Thanks for the great work. The
job only took one day and it looks great. Our neighbors are so
jealous. Again, many thanks. Dee Walker, Beverly Beach, MD. 10/01/05
Ken worked with us to choose the
best style & color roofing materials to highlight our home
and give it great curb appeal. The crew that worked on our home
was very professional. They kept the work site clean & tidy
being careful around our shrubs, cars & etc. Ken came by at
various times during the day to inspect the work being done. Our
new roof looks wonderful and keeps our home safe and dry. We would
not hesitate to recommend Showcase Home Improvement Inc. to our
friends from our church who live in and near by our neighborhood.
Art & Phylis Foster, Odenton, MD 10/28/2005
I could not have been more pleased
with my association with Showcase Roofing. Ken worked with us
with no pressure support. The roofing crew was professional in
every way and completed the job in only two days. I would not
hesitate to recommend Showcase to friends (and actually already
have). Randy Clark,
Westminster, MD 11/09/2005
To the Showcase Family, I would
like to send you this note to let you know what an incredible
professional roofing job your crews performed on my home. As you
know this was more than just a roofing challenge. New wood was
needed to repair the damage around the chimney, the firewall and
certain crevasses of my home to make sure that the job was done
correctly and safely. My thanks and deepest gratitude of the Showcase
employess for a job well done. You can count on my endorsement.
Sincerely, William Hill 309 Grovethorn Road. 21220 6/06/06
Thank You Ken, they did a great
job! Erin Raleigh, Severn MD. 2/01/06
"Showcase performed
a large roofing job for my residence in Linthicum, MD. They were
timely, reasonable and the quality was more than I imagined. Jack
was wonderful to my husband and I. We are a young couple with
an overwhelming project at hand. Knowing we could rely on a company
was an immeasurable benefit. We will use your company in any future
projects." Sincerely, Paula Montogomery
Thanks for a job well done.
You promised to get my roof done in 2 days, but you exceeded my
expectations and finished in 1 day. Clean up was tremendous- no
debris was left from tearing off the old roof. In fact, my yard
was cleaner than when you started. Thanks Again,
John Perrone, Severna Park 11-2006
Getting a new roof wasn't a pleasant
experience, but Showcase made it as painless as possible. Ken
and his crew were great. The result of the clean up was impressive.
Thank you Showcase!!
Ron and Michelle Myles 11/2006
Ken
I wanted to let you know how pleased I was with the work you did
on our roof. Although probably not your largest job, your attention
to detail and the timeline in which you did the job amazed me.
It's raining today so the fact that the house is not leaking water
is a true test. I guess the best testimonial is to have a customer
come back for other projects. I would appreciate if you could
provide me with an estimate for Showcase Sunroom. If you remodel
bathrooms I would also like an estimate for remodeling our bathroom.
Thanks Again,
Steven Matz 10-10-06
Dear Mr.Ferber
On Behalf of my wife and myself I would like to thank you and
your staff for the way you dealt with us on the recent replacing
of our roof. Your crew was very courteous. We appreciate how informative
your crew foreman was in explaining what had to be done. We don't
want to forget the fine cleanup job the gentleman did. We will
have no problem recommending your service to our friends and neighbors.
Thank you again
Sincerely, Gil & Lavonne Lawlor 10-10-06
The Showcase workers did a great job! Everything was done exceptionally
well. They cleaned up thoroughly after the work was done. Several
people including a construction worker commented on how nice the
exterior trim of the windows looked. We love our new windows!
John & Marylou Hruska 9-25-06
Dear Ken,
Showcase Roofers did a wonderful job on my roof. Thank you so
much for great work well done! I will be sure to pass your name
on to all my friends & family that need or will need a new
roof. I got the crew donuts and coffee in the morning. (I'm pretty
sure they liked that).
Thanks Again Brittany Barnett 9-25-06
Dear Mr. Ferber:
I wanted to let you know how wonderful my experience was with
your company and your employees. I was in the process of doing
some exterior renovations to my home and had been hunting for
qualified subcontractors. Various subs had come out to give me
bids on what I requested. The dollar spread amongst the four subs
was like night and day for the same service and similar product.
However, when Jack Kamerer walked into my home I knew immediately
this was the company I was going to use. Jack was not only knowledgeable
but didn't try to pressure me to make a decision. He respected
the fact that I had to do my homework and assured me that if I
chose your company he would make sure everything was done to my
specifications.
I waited a couple of months before making my decision but Jack
remembered me and we proceeded with setting up the contract. I
was going on vacation and spoke to Jack and told him I would be
away for a couple of weeks. He didn't think the siding material
would arrive before I returned but low and behold when I returned
from vacation I came home to a new house.
I am very pleased with the professionalism of your company and
the follow-up from your employees Dolores and Jack. I look forward
to working with you in the future as my needs evolve.
Sincerely,
Margie Rosario 8-18-2006
Our beautiful new roof was completed last week during the oppressive
heat wave here in Maryland. We are extremely happy with the results
and would like to commend Showcase Roofing for their professionalism
- both during the estimate/contract process and the actual work.
Jack Kammerer answered all of our questions and gave us the level
of comfort we needed to feel that the work would be done right.
This feeling was confirmed by the crew that showed up in the early
morning to do the work. Martin kept us abreast of the work and
showed us those areas of our roof that needed to be replaced to
get our approval before he did anything. Jack's initial estimate
was that the work would take a little over one day. Because of
the incredible heat last week, it took three full days. By midday,
temperatures on the roof were over 125 degrees. The crew had to
take breaks in order to survive, but they worked as quickly as
they could. When the work was completed, they cleaned up the yard
and took all debris away.
As we stated earlier, we are extremely happy with the roof and
would recommend Showcase Roofing to anyone needing a new roof.
Thanks !
Stan & Jean Azebu Bowie, Maryland 7-26-06
"Showcase really turned around a tough roofing job on schedule!
Ken Ferber took one look at this residential job and was ready
to start the following week. The home is Cape Cod., 12x12 pitched
roof with five dormers-not an average challenge! The existing
roof had to come off as well as install two ridge vents. The result
was perfection, as was the cleanup. We couldn't be happier with
the shingle product Ken recommended or the insulation."
CDR Douglas R. Garrett 6-23-06
Homeowner
"Ken and his team did an excellent job! I interviewed at
least 8 contractors, meeting Ken near the end of that process.
From the very first interaction through to the end of the project,
Ken was the most knowledgeable, the most current on state-of-the-art
materials and techniques, and demonstrated concern for a long-term
satisfying solution. Ken's seasoned years of experience is evident
in his thoughtful responses. My particular project was relatively
complex and included multiple roofing materials, a cupola,sun
tunnels, gutters and gutter covers. Ken was clearly more knowledgeable
about potential materials and solutions, than other contractors.
And, where most contactors expressed interest in slapping some
shingles on my roof for a quick project, Ken went beyond that
to ensure proper attic ventilation and reconfigured a poorly designed
roof angle to improve run off, rather than just resurfacing the
existing bad design. In the end, we are very pleased and will
call Ken first when other projects arise."
Best, Neil Lyons 5/2006
"Getting a new roof is never
a pleasant experience, but Ken and his crew made it as painless
as possible. Price was in line with estimates from other contractors,
but this company provided more. One other contractor simply wanted
to put a new roof over the old one for $100.00 more than Ken's
estimate. Ken was on time for our appointment. Prior to beginning
the work, the communication was excellent. After scheduling the
appointment for the work, merely one week after receiving the
estimate I received a phone call reminder and a mailing with basic
tips how to make the job move along smoothly. The actual work
crew showed up early and got to work right away. They were pleasant
despite the high temperatures that day. They seemed very efficient
and cleaned up before they left. As far as we can tell, the work
looks good. In summary, I would recommend this contractor without
hesitation! Our only regret is that we didn't find this company
sooner because they were much better than the contractors that
we have hired in the past. Thanks Ken and crew! Your job is the
only thing that has gone smoothly as we prepare our move and I
truly appreciate it." Rebekah Kremer 5/6/2006
"We had to deal with
the problem of a deteriorating and leaking roof from thousands
of miles away from home. Showcase's bid was comparable to the
bids that we received from companies that we solicited. We felt
very comfortable working with both Delores and Ken Ferber on our
roofing project. The work was done and completed as promised.
They both were extremely courteous and professional in their dealings
with us, our friends and our community association officers. Showcase
was very respectful of the community's rules regarding materials
and color scheme and Ken took special steps to assure that rules
were adhered to by meeting with our association officer. We were
continuously kept abreast of everything that was going on. Our
friend who was staying at the house was very impressed by Ken's
concern for her pet before the job began and was pleasantly surprised
at how clean Showcase left the property after the job was done.
"
Fletcher, Gary & Gloria Columbia, MD 4/18/2006
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