Truth Design Build, LLC

Words can’t express how grateful we are to have worked with Truth. We had an incredibly challenging and drawn-out experience with the city of Denver and these guys never left us high and dry. They helped us navigate a tough situation, and went above and beyond to make sure we got our dream reno. The craftsmanship was stellar—Justin was an absolute detail hound! All the guys working with Truth were reliable, kind and flexible. Bottom line, Josh and Justin are diamonds in the rough, and they made a really bad situation positive for us in the end. We’d hire them again in a heartbeat, and we miss them now that our beautiful new renovation is done!

On budget, on schedule, excellent quality of work. If you don’t read any further, we would use Truth Design Build again and highly recommend them. The details: This review is being written 4 months after completion of a complete remodel of a 100+ yr old family home in the historic district of Congress Park. The home needed significant repair inside and out. The scope of the project included a rear addition. For those unfamiliar, homes located in the historic district must go through a completely separate review outside of the city. It is non-trivial and our project was approved on the first attempt. Permitting with the city was also relatively smooth and uneventful. Construction of the project was completed on time with the exception of things outside of TDB’s control (weather, shipping delays). The final cost of the project was completed within budget, shocking these days. Josh, Justin, and the TDB team were professional and accountable. When issues came up (and they will come up), TDB was reasonable, accommodating, and fair in navigating these issues. Justin in particular is exceptionally skilled at on-site problem solving and does so in a way that we felt we were always put first rather than finding the most expensive fix. They have since handled several minor warranty issues in a timely manner with quality results. The contractors (in house and external) were top notch. The quality of the work, be it structural/infrastructure (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, etc.) or cosmetic/finishes is top notch. We have several engineering friends and family who have commented on the quality as well. Our project had numerous non-standard requests (reusing doors, repurposing items, matching historic trim, etc.) which TDB absolutely knocked out of the park. Overall, we couldn’t be happier with TDB and will absolutely consider them for future projects.

Truth Design Build is a great contractor. Josh, Justin, Lars, and the team are a pleasure to work with. They do a great job from start to finish, use quality subcontractors, and stand behind their work. We strongly recommend working with Truth. We first worked with Josh in 2015 on a triple bathroom remodel. The project went great. So, when it was time for our kitchen/main living renovation, in a different house, we knew we wanted to call Truth. We opted to do our due diligence, though, and called some other recommended options first. None of those other companies gave us the confidence that they could provide a start-to-finish solution. Designers just wanted to throw a design over the wall to the contractor and contractors didn’t care to consider design. For us, a Design-Build solution was the way to go. Truth provided that. In the Design phase, we turned Josh loose to meet our goal of a modern design with mountain elements. The design ideas that he came back with hit the mark. He suggested several elements that we would not have come up with on our own and he really exceeded our expectations for improving the utility of the space. The project documentation for the next phase was also good. In the Build phase, things went smoothly and generally remained on schedule, despite supply chain issues. We lived in the house during the project and, while that’s not for everyone, it worked well for us. We were happy with everyone who came to work on the project and the team was happy to let us observe the work and discuss it as it was happening. As issues arose, the team was great at solving them and stood by their commitment to do excellent work. We had no show-stoppers, nor major issues. Several months after completion, we remain very happy with Truth and the work. A couple minor warranty issues have cropped up and Truth has been friendly and prompt in addressing them. We continue to strongly recommend Truth Design Build and look forward to using them again when we have another project.

We have been working with Josh and Truth Design Build for about 18 months now and since we started working with them they have truly lived up to their name. Our first meeting with Josh we went through our ideas, walking our house of the big and small proposals. Our next meeting was based off all ideas + and he gave us a flexible budget. After our second meeting we knew we were going with Truth Design based on two facts-our upfront budget that we paid after the work was completed and a contract signed date of completion. Anything beyond that date Truth Design Build would have to cover. As the weekly meetings and planning took place we were excited to start working more on our house. Josh and his team listened to our ideas but also pushed us out of our comfort zone to try new and innovative ideas. We thought outside of the box and our product was truly home and as my two year old says, “cozy”. Our whole process from start to finished lasted a year which involved moving walls, flooring in a master closet, renovating a concrete patio and taking the whole house down to the studs except for the bedrooms. Truth was in constant contact with us the entire time; informing us of any obstacles they came across, new ideas they thought of as they knew our style and big picture; as well as going with my constant change of ideas as they made a house our home. My husband and I brought our 4 kids from Chicago to Colorado in hopes of finding home again. We have that accomplished. Josh and his team not only built us a house they built a relationship with us. Their crew embraced our kids each time we came to see progress or made decisions and treated our house like their own home. We are now home, thank you Truth Design Build. Dan and Kate Fitzpatrick

Josh was an absolute dream to work with. We have had a fair amount of experience with contractors and other professionals who work in the home design & improvement space, and Josh was by far the most responsive and proactive we have encountered. He was well-organized in his approach with timeline expectations, payment structures, and adjusting the project in accordance with our wishes. He was extremely proactive with his communication which we loved. We cannot wait to work with him again on future projects!

From start to finish we had an great experience with Truth Design Build, LLC. Our project was a full remodel of a late 70's home which needed a full remodel. The project came in on budget and two weeks early. Job was handled in a very professional manner with all change orders detailed and authorized. Sub contractors used were great as well - on time, within budget and managed professionally by Josh & Justine. Absolutely, would recommend Truth Design Build, LLC to friends and family for any project.

Truth Design Build did an incredible job on our recent remodel. This is now the second large project that Josh and Justin have completed for us and we could not be happier with the results. This project included updating all flooring, a bathroom renovation, and a two story fire place design and build. Knowing that the schedule was incredibly tight, they worked diligently to get all the work completed before our move date. Their attention to detail is unmatched and their model is unique in that they provide full transparency on cost from beginning to end.

After shopping around with different builders to construct our new home, we were clear on our top pick after meeting with Justin & Josh. We appreciated their genuine interest in the project and our needs and desires as well as their honest assessment of what fit into our budget, what would not and creative solutions to achieve an outcome to land somewhere in between when it mattered most. Justin and Josh are honest and transparent about the process, managed the various subs well, which was no easy task in the 2018 building boom, and communicated with us in an efficient and timely manner. My husband and I both agreed that working with Josh & Justin was a lot of fun and while we missed them when the job was done we LOVED the house.

We've known both Josh and Justin for some time now, and think highly of them personally, as professionals, and as human beings. They completed a significant remodel for our current home, and the work was completed without exception. Josh is a top notch project manager, who is detail oriented, attentive, approachable and pleasant. Inevitably, in all construction projects challenges arise, ours was no different. I believe it is these moments that true character comes too light, and Josh was an exceptionally professional manager. We have literally not one complaint, or negative spot of feedback to offer. Justin is dedicated, and very skilled craftsmen who among many traits, can react creatively with his skillset. Many examples of this excellence are present in our home, and it would not have turned out the same, without his experience. I believe he would say this work is his passion, and it shows at every step. We cannot compliment their commitment and dedication to the craft enough, and strongly urge you to consider TDB for your project. If this sounds like a loaded review, or one that we've received compensation for, I can assure you in offering our verbal and written confirmation, that we find their work and qualities as faultless as can be. Given the right circumstances, and as further testament to our faith in these two gentlemen, we would consider allowing their future clients to review our project in person.

Josh and Justin provide a service that I've found to be lacking in the residential construction business and that is a high level of customer service while offering a real attention to detail in all of their projects. They provide honest timelines and budgets and do a great job of communication throughout the project; from initial meeting to close-out. I've worked with them personally and professionally and would do so again without question.

We have worked with Josh and his crew on a couple of different projects. Each time we have been thankful for the clarity and confidence in how Josh handled our questions and ideas relating to all things from fixtures to the overall feel and design of the space. We loved how the spaces were transformed to places that far exceeded what we envisioned. Would highly recommend!

Josh and Justin were very responsive and great to work with on our project to finish attic master suite. They were great at informing and educating us as issues presented themselves which was inevitable in a 1912 home. I would use them again on future projects. Good people and good company.

Building a new custom home in Denver in 2017 (Denver Design Build) we were introduced to both Josh Gubser and Justin Luna. Josh was Head of Residential Construction for Design Build (DDB) and Justin Luna was the Project Manager for our custom home build. The challenge of designing and building a new home and diligently managing the process and budget was made relatively easy with Josh and Justin. It was a very positive experience working plans and budget with Josh Gubser and the day to day details of construction and budget decisions with Project Manager Justin Luna. Both were very professional, knowledgeable, creative and communicative. In addition, it was great working with such fun, creative and honest people. We strongly recommend Josh and Justin for any home remodel or build. Nancy L. and Bill T.

I am a Real Estate professional, experienced carpenter and investor. Having known and worked with Josh, I can attest to his professionalism, intellect and work ethic. Josh is a dependable professional who gets the job done. I am confident in referring Josh to friends and clients for their home construction needs. He works hard to get projects done on time and within budget. Paul Aceto

Josh jumped in to rescue me from a nightmare whole-house remodel for an investment property. After months of contractor battles, broken promises, delayed timelines, poor work quality, and permit and inspection issues, Josh jumped in and saved the day. He was immediately on the phone with the city inspectors until he could get answers and scheduled his sub contractors who came out immediately (often same day). They got the work done as promised, the first time, on time, and were fairly priced. Josh got the permits pulled, met the inspectors on site, and worked with them to come up with a plan to fix this disaster of a project. Honestly without his level head and expertise I would have lost my mind. And now the project is valued significantly higher than it would have to begin with because of the fixes he put into place. I can’t recommend him and his team highly enough. If you’re sick of dealing with dishonest, flaky contractors who do poor work, just save yourself and call Truth!