Testimonials
Zelaya Properties was the general contractor for a renovation of a townhome in Vienna that earned our interior design company two statewide design excellence awards from ASID and IIDA. The goal was to achieve a high-design look on a modest budget. What impressed us about this work arrangement with Zelaya Properties is that we had no involvement during construction. We simply arrived when it was completed and it looked exactly as we had envisioned with no shortcuts or compromises made to the original design. To this day, images of the custom designed bench and shoe storage made of PVC pipe are the most bookmarked photo on our profiles for Houzz. The homeowners were happy and because of the success of this project, we would highly recommend Zelaya Properties to clients and designers in the DC metropolitan area. We look forward to another opportunity to do award-worthy work again!
Circle Design Studio
Jay and his team are world-class. They took a rundown row house on Duke St in Alexandria, VA and transformed it into a property showcased during the Scottish Christmas Walk. At all stages of the renovation project, I found them enthusiastic, very detail-oriented, solution driven, and flexible to changes…. I think so highly of Jay that I am not only his friend but also am now an investor in his business. Incredible team!
Brandon P
I can’t speak highly enough of Jay & Rachel – they hired me as a design consultant for a personal project and they could not have been more pleasant and professional. They have thorough knowledge of every sort of construction challenge imaginable (& this project presented it’s fair share of challenges!) They are critical thinkers and excellent communicators – I would highly recommend them (and have!) for any residential renovation and would welcome the chance to work with them again.
Lindsay B. (Shotgun Double)
I hired Jay Zelaya and his team to add a second story to half of a duplex I purchased in Alexandria, VA. A complicating factor was that I lived in Wisconsin and needed to have the construction completed from a distance prior to retiring and moving to Alexandria. From the initial consultation and estimate to the final project finish, Jay was approachable, reachable by phone and email, and appreciative of my wishes. There were glitches along the way in terms of permits and approval which Jay, his architect, and design team negotiated with ease. I was understandably anxious about the long-distance nature of the process, but the second story is an amazing space which is PERFECT in every way! It is spacious, bright, and peaceful with plenty of extra storage space. All of the workmen I have had contact with have been pleasant, respectful, and extremely professional. The quality of the workmanship in the entire project is consistent with the high standards which Jay promised from the beginning. I would highly recommend Jay Zelaya and his team for any construction projects you might envision, even if you cannot be present during the process.
Marianne N
Usually, all people have are complaints about the home remodeling process, however, we have nothing but praise and excitement for the work Zelaya Properties LLC, did in our home. They remodeled our two bathrooms and expanded our laundry closet making it more functional. They did it all in two weeks with the nicest workers, who cleaned up after every work day and arrived on time and early every morning. The company of workers are all so sweet and make you feel like they truly care about your wants and needs for your project. We will be hiring them again in a few years for our home expansion. Such a great team!
Freeman & Brittany D