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title: "Pride&Joy Home Improvements — Kitchen & Bath Remodelers | Houzz"
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address: "6376 Thornhill Drive, Oakland, California 94611, United States"
latitude: 37.8471
longitude: -122.2223
phone: "(510) 501-0677"
website: http://www.prideandjoykitchens.com
rating: 4.9
review_count: 19
best_of_houzz_awards: 4
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# Pride&Joy Home Improvements

Original Houzz profile: [Pride&Joy Home Improvements](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-remodelers/prideandjoy-home-improvements-pfvwus-pf~1577824748)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Kitchen & Bath Remodelers
- **Location:** Oakland, CA
- **Serves:** Oakland, Hayward, Berkeley, Richmond, San Leandro, Alameda, Walnut Creek, Pleasant Hill, San Pablo, El Cerrito, Lafayette, Albany, Orinda, Moraga, Emeryville, El Sobrante, Piedmont, North Richmond, East Richmond Heights, Canyon
- **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (19 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2015–2019), for Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Houzz Influencer
- Recommended on Houzz
- 1,000 Ideabook Saves

Reface or Replace? From A to Z, we can handle it all, or work with you to create a wonderful space that you and I will be proud of. Whether it's "The Kitchen Of Your Dreams", or a simple Updating Face-Lift. We've been Specializing In Custom Cabinet Refacing in the Bay Area for 30+ years now. "The One Stop Shop" .

### Services Provided

- Kitchen Remodeling
- Home Remodeling
- Cabinet Installation
- Custom Cabinets
- Custom Kitchen Cabinets
- Custom Bathroom Vanities
- Countertop Installation
- Tile Installation
- Home Restoration
- Custom Countertops
- Backsplash Installation
- Custom Pantries
- Vanity Installation
- Green Building
- Lighting Installation
- Cabinet Refacing
- Cabinet Painting
- Cabinet Repair
- Countertop Repair
- Cabinet Sales
- Custom Cabinet Doors
- cabinet make over
- custom cabinet refacing
- reface

### Areas Served

- Oakland
- Hayward
- Berkeley
- Richmond
- San Leandro
- Alameda
- Walnut Creek
- Pleasant Hill
- San Pablo
- El Cerrito
- Lafayette
- Albany
- Orinda
- Moraga
- Emeryville
- El Sobrante
- Piedmont
- North Richmond
- East Richmond Heights
- Canyon

### Typical Job Cost

$9,000 - 44,000

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Pride&Joy Home Improvements |
| Address | 6376 Thornhill Drive, Oakland, California 94611, United States |
| Phone | (510) 501-0677 |
| Website | http://www.prideandjoykitchens.com |
| License Number | 937315 |
| Followers on Houzz | 71 |

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Pride&Joy Home Improvements](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-remodelers/prideandjoy-home-improvements-pfvwus-pf~1577824748)
- **Website:** http://www.prideandjoykitchens.com
- **Phone:** (510) 501-0677

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- 2015 Best of Houzz in service

- **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2015–2019), for Service.

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 19 reviews**

### Reviews

**★★★★★ — Angela & Ken Cox, Dec. 2018**

> Jeffrey of Pride and Joy Home Improvements did an excellent job on my kitchen. Jeffrey completely listened to our design ideas AND added in ideas of his own without forcing it his direction. He did a partial reface job and some new construction.  In fact, the bottom cabinets were supposed to be refaced but Jeffrey decided it was better to take them out completely and rebuild and he did so without added cost. His fees were in line with the quote - just be sure to understand upfront that appliances and certain various items (such as canned lights) are or may not be part of the quote. Please note this is not an error - Jeffrey did tell us but early on in the estimate process and i forgot.
>
> This is my second job with Pride and Joy - I had a great experience with my first kitchen that I called him up again when we moved into our next home.
>
> With both jobs he has fulfilled his estimate on how long the jobs would take! Both were about 3 weeks only, which is remarkable for a kitchen redo. i am confident that Jeffrey's many years of experience focusing on kitchen and baths has given him the confidence to estimate the correct amount of time each job will take.
>
> When faced with an area on our laminate floor that needed to be filled in due to removal of a counter, Jeffrey did it, even though we did not have him redo the floor. He even came back a second time at our request to work on it a little more to get it perfect!

**★★★★★ — lisa aaron, Jan. 2018**

> If you want a beautiful kitchen and have a lot of fun with jeffrey, he's your man! He's in our kitchen now and this is the 2nd kitchen he's done for us!!!

**★★★★★ — David McBride, April 2017**

> Jeffrey and his team did a great job refacing our kitchen, including many new drawers. We asked them to knock out a hanging cabinet and install an island hood. There were a few aspects of the job that required real ingenuity and Jeffrey delivered every time. On time and on budget. We couldn't be happier with the result.

**★★★★★ — cp94611, March 2015**

> Jeffrey and his team from Pride & Joy did a fabulous job renovating my kitchen.  They refaced light maple cabinets with espresso colored shaker cabinets; installed a glass subway tile backsplash, replaced a white ceramic tile floor with a hardwood floor, replaced lights, installed custom  benches for a breakfast nook, and painted.  The craftsmanship was excellent and the details more so – soft closures for the drawers, crown molding at the base of the cabinets, and cutting cabinets to allow for a larger refrigerator.   The lights—I went from one light switch with two fluorescent tube fixtures to 3 dimable light switches controlling overhead recessed lights, under and overcabinet led lights and a pendant light over a kitchen table.  They also added beams to the ceiling to match the living room.  The hardwood on the floor matched  the 1940’s fiddled oak floors that existed throughout the house.  Besides the beautiful work, they were efficient and on-time, they cleaned up each day, answered all emails promptly and they were a pleasure to work with.  Five stars!

**★★★★★ — User, March 2015**

> The name says it all--I never realized a kitchen "face lift" could make me feel so much pride and joy in my home. I absolutely love my new counters and cabinets.
>
> Jeffrey Swafford really knows his stuff. He's professional and courteous; he offers advice and suggestions without being overbearing or obtrusive. Jeff explained all the logistics so we knew exactly what to expect from start to finish. And he's basically a good guy--he didn't try to sell us on replacing things we were already happy with. My husband did a "stop gap" remodel a few years back, so I was pleased when Jeffrey recommended keeping and refacing the existing island my husband had installed. He covered two ugly support beams with beautiful maple laminate, added shelving and cabinet doors for extra display and storage space, and made sure the finished product blended in beautifully with the rest of the kitchen. We also have two odd-shaped cabinets under a staircase, which he expertly rebuilt.
>
> This is the first time we have ever hired a home improvement contractor. To say I was gun-shy would be an understatement. As a real estate attorney of 28 years, I have heard all the horror stories--contractors botching jobs, showing up late (or not at all) or taking customers' money and then skipping town. Jeffrey showed up when he said he would and did a stunning job for a fantastic price. He is a true craftsman who takes pride in his work and pays attention to the little details, even going the extra mile to "tweak" a few things to make sure we were completely satisfied with the end result.
>
> Both my husband and I work at home during the day, so I was worried about the disruption of taking on this long-overdue kitchen project and having workers traipsing about the house. Jeff made the process as painless as possible, setting things up so we could use our kitchen while waiting for the granite counters to be cut and delivered.  He and his assistant were respectful and well-mannered--actually a pleasure to have around. I can't sing his praises enough and will highly recommend him to my friends.

**★★★★★ — sadie\_posey28, Nov. 2014**

> Pride and Joy was the best contractor I have ever used: responsive, professional, timely, well priced and amazing problem solvers. They remodeled our very large and upscale kitchen, replacing cabinets, appliances, etc.

**★★★★★ — sean\_houzz, Nov. 2014**

> Jeff, the owner of Pride & Joy took what was an unusable dark cove in my family room and transformed it into a light, bright and functional library! I would recommend Jeff to anyone. We plan on working with him again on our full kitchen remodel as well. Very creative and professional, with special attention to detail and design!

**★★★★★ — kathleenarchambeau, Oct. 2014**

> Jeffrey Swafford is the ultimate craftsman. He took great pride in creating our Shaker-style cabinets and drawers for our 1923 California Bungalow kitchen remodel. Not only is he a licensed general contractor, but a licensed electrician, as well. He was able to advise us on lighting, install all the halogen recessed ceiling lights, under cabinet lighting and decorative antique over-sink lighting. He created a kitchen nook with leftover Ceasarstone countertop materials and hand-crafted, built-in benches. Jeffrey was a joy to be around and so easy to work with; he was on time, on schedule and under budget.

**★★★★ — terridailley, May 2014**

> I hired Jeff to redo my kitchen cabinets. We had already redone our counter tops years ago, installing granite and were not going to tear these out for new cabinets.  I was skeptical about doing the refacing and "refinishing" where you replace doors and veneer the walls. But they turned out beautifully. No one knows that they are not fully new cabinets. He was very professional, and patient with us. I had a difficult time trying to find the color I was thrilled with. He sent me directly to the cabinet makers for help with color and I found the perfect fit. I made last minute changes and he was very accommodating and professional when dealing with us. I would and have recommended him in a heartbeat. I now have beautiful cabinets that are far superior than the ones I had originally and for pennies compared to replacing the cabinets completely.

**★★★★★ — paulimarx, April 2014**

> It was a pleasure to work with Jeffrey Swafford from start to finish.  He is a complete professional in every way.  He has great ideas and worked with our concept to turn it into a design.  He kept the project on time and on-budget.  The absence of sub-contractors is a real plus.  And the work itself was great.  We love our new kitchen!
>
> We recommend Pride & Joy unconditionally.

**★★★★ — analdoza, April 2014**

> Pride & Joy did an excellent job remodeling our bathroom and kitchen.  We have been very happy with the results - both from an aesthetic and quality perspective.  Jeffrey Swafford, the owner, was a pleasure to work with - honest, trustworthy, dependable, and an all around likeable guy.

**★★★★★ — dzine6, Feb. 2014**

> Can’t say enough good things about our experience working with Jeffrey Swafford and his assistant. We chose to resurface our existing cabinets, replace the doors, drawers and hardware and install all new appliances, sink, granite counter-top, and tile back-splash. Jeffrey guided us with enormous patience through every decision. The installation went without any glitches, spotlessly and right on schedule. We are extremely pleased with the results. Pride and Joy indeed!
> Jack & Susan Heller

## Selected projects

- [Archambeau Job](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/archambeau-job-pj-vj~936242)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 12
- [Banchi Job](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/banchi-job-pj-vj~1174099)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 7
- [Our house](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/our-house-pj-vj~972260)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 8
- [Passmore Job](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/passmore-job-pj-vj~974764)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 12
  - Description: Refaced Customer's existing cabinets with New Cherry Shaker doors and veneer. The finish is "Java" stain and conversion varnish top coat. Saved the counter but added glass doors, new Oak flooring, under/above LED lighting, new soft closing drawers, faux ceiling beams, new Appliance's, and a new Breakfast nook to match.
- [Kaz Family](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kaz-family-pj-vj~815739)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
- [Lucia Job.](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lucia-job-pj-vj~657687)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 9
  - Description: This kitchen/Dining room was "Refaced" with new prefinished 1/4" panels to match new Davonport doors/drawer fronts. The finish is a B/M "Nobody's Fault" Gray paint, then a cream glaze to highlight and a clear C.V. coat. All new self closing hinges and drawers.
- [Berkeley Bath remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/berkeley-bath-remodel-pj-vj~400767)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 3
- [Oakland Hills Bath](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/oakland-hills-bath-pj-vj~442604)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 6
- [Kaplan Job](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kaplan-job-pj-vj~482038)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 5
- [Kennedy](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kennedy-pj-vj~523632)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 5
- [White Shaker Reface](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/white-shaker-reface-pj-vj~523643)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
- [DISPLAY SHELVING](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/display-shelving-pj-vj~525176)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
- [Orinda Reface](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/orinda-reface-pj-vj~479359)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 1
- [Peter's Cherry shaker Reface](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/peter-s-cherry-shaker-reface-pj-vj~396430)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 6
- [Montclair Oakland, Yale Job](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/montclair-oakland-yale-job-pj-vj~400783)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 2
- [Solid Cherry (nutmeg stain) semi-gloss](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/solid-cherry-nutmeg-stain-semi-gloss-pj-vj~400782)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 1
- [Piedmont, Ca. - Marx Job](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/piedmont-ca-marx-job-pj-vj~400779)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 2
- [Kelly Job: Walnut Creek, Full Custom Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kelly-job-walnut-creek-full-custom-remodel-pj-vj~399043)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 5
- [Oakland Hills, Podawiltz Job](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/oakland-hills-podawiltz-job-pj-vj~400773)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 3
- [Alameda Reface](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/alameda-reface-pj-vj~400769)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 2

[See all 50 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-remodelers/prideandjoy-home-improvements-pfvwus-pf~1577824748)

## Ideabooks

- [Wish List](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/113372576/list/wish-list) — 5 ideas

[See all 1 ideabook](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/theswaff)

## Community Q&A

**Q: Hardware** *(in Photo Questions)*

Hello, 
Where can I find  the cabinetry hardware ( handles)? 
Thank you

A: I want to say Top Knobs?  www.topknobs.com

**Q: POLL: Do you have a TV in your kitchen?** *(in Polls)*

Do you have a television in your kitchen? Bonus points for telling us what you watch there if you do. 
VOTE and tell us about it in the comments! (photos encouraged)

A: The customer did, so we refaced around it. Is there a way to turn the Pictures?

**Q: What are the cabinet pulls that were used?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: Top Knobs - Nouveau Collection - 5 1/16"cc Crescent pull in Brushed Satin Nickel  \#M396

**Q: Are the counters granite?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: Yes, "Uba-Tuba"

**Q: How do you replace?** *(in Photo Questions)*

How do you replace?

A: The "glass door" cabinet was the original cabinet. We "refaced" the interior with the same "Java" stained 1/8" cherry that we refaced all the exterior with, and added 2 new shelves and 2 Shaker glass doors to match.

**Q: How do you replace?** *(in Photo Questions)*

How do you replace?

A: By removing your existing appliances, countertops and cabinets and installing new cabinets, countertops.

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-04.*