I trust them and didn't feel like I needed to be there all the time to ensure things were done the way I wanted. They took care of it.
Member Profile
Trace Ventures Inc. is a 20-year-old, award-winning, design-build remodeling company. The Nashville firm offers deep experience in a full range of project types and sizes. This includes turnkey design and construction services, additions, remodels, kitchens and baths, handyman/repair, energy improvements and accessibility modifications. Read more
ABOUT. Founder and President Art Stinson brings a degree in architecture from the University of Tennessee and 30 years experience in construction and design to major home alteration projects. The Handyman Division is specifically organized to service smaller projects cost effectively with efficiency and know-how. The Trace Ventures team comprises one of Nashville's most experienced field staffs, including project managers, staff carpenters and energy technicians.
ADDITIONS AND REMODELS. Trace's award-winning design/build service offers the ease and simplicity of collaborating with a single expert source. Happy clients say that the streamlined process and built-in cost checks during design result in exciting, doable plans. Trace then builds the project and guarantees workmanship. They have earned Guild Quality's highest customer satisfaction rating four years in a row.
HANDYMAN AND REPAIR SERVICES. From something as small as changing out a lock-set to diagnosing the cause of water damage, remedying the problem and repairing it seamlessly, no job is too small (or too big) for Trace.
ENERGY IMPROVEMENTS AND GREEN BUILDING. Home performance, energy efficiency and green building are also part of Trace's repertoire. The company is a leading TVA-Certified Quality Contractor and also credentialed as Certified Green Professionals.
ACCESSIBLE DESIGN. As Certified Aging in Place Specialists, Trace works closely with homeowners to design and build projects that make homes friendly for all ages. Team Trace can also make the small changes, such as grab bars and taller toilets, that impact safety and convenience.
MISSION. Trace's mission is to provide a stellar homeowner experience. As professional remodelers, Trace is committed to delivering guaranteed workmanship on schedule at the agreed-to price.
Guildmaster Award Winner
2008 Guildmaster With Highest Distinction
2009 Guildmaster With Distinction
2010 Guildmaster With Highest Distinction*
2011 Guildmaster With Distinction
GuildQuality Partner Affiliations Remodeling's Big50
Affiliations
GuildQuality
National Association of the Remodeling Industry
National Association of Home Builders
Chrysalis Award
Home & Garden Television
NAHB - Certified Aging In-Place Specialist
NAHB Certified Green Professional
Qualified Remodeler Master Design Award
Customer Feedback Summary
Recent Reviews & Published Comments
Trace was completely professional. They started on time, finished on time and always kept us informed. Trace's workmanship was outstanding. There were no corners cut. And there were no attempts to increase the price, except for two changes at our request. The best part is, I can sleep at night knowing it was done right.
They delivered on time and as promised and I really appreciated that.
Friendly, efficient and good quality work
Our project included a variety of tasks demanding expertise in multiple areas. We thought Trace brought practical experience and knowledge in addressing all of these tasks and the contracting process was informative. The company's procedure of sending out notices to neighbors in the area informing them of the upcoming project was a welcome touch. We were very impressed at the quick scheduling of work and that the project was so organized and accomplished as planned and on time. The work was very good, the areas cleaned every day, the workers respectful. Communication with the excellent project manager made this project as much a pleasure as renovation could possibly be. I already recommended Trace to my neighbor. Thanks.
Our experience with Trace was amazingly positive. We can"t say enough good things about the professionalism, quality of work, level of communication, and end result. We have worked with other companies and have never been totally satisfied with the process or the end result. With Trace, everything went very smoothly and the end result exceeded our expectations. We have already signed up for another project.
We have had roof leaks for 20 years and Trace has fixed them when others could not.
Trace employees were professional and courteous and we were very impressed. However, the brick and painting subcontractors were not.
The communication we received form Trace Ventures Inc was excellent. The quality of the products that they use are exceptional. They are very willing to listen to your needs and concerns in regards to design areas and colors of paint. They were very open to our suggestions.
The employees of Trace Ventures were cordial, informative, and told us what our options were. Trace Ventures recommended what would work out best for us. We had a great experience with them. I don't think I've had painters, roofers, or electricians as good as Trace Ventures.
Working with Trace Ventures was a delight. You can hear horrors stories about renovation nightmares. Working with Trace was a sweet dream. I have recommended them to several people including one of MY clients
Trace Ventures has done multiple renovation projects on our 1926 bungalow. Each has been on-time and the budget has been accurately projected - no surprises. Their construction recommendations and design suggestions are excellent and fit well within our desire to maintain the bungalow integrity of our home. I frequently recommend them to friends and anyone who is seeking a renovation.
Many, many thanks, Kathleen! On behalf of the entire Trace crew, we have enjoyed working with you over the years and very much appreciate your trust.
Thank you all for a job well done. We appreciated your willingness to accept change orders.
We didn't even consider working with any other builders.
This is our third Trace Ventures Inc project. We had high expectations as a result of earilier work and they were met.
I am extremely happy with the renovations to my home. Trace Ventures showed me many options for materials and made the shopping and selection process easy. The lead carpenter kept communications open, and the work areas were kept clean. Thank you!
Mary, thank you for entrusting us with your home for the second time! And thank you for your kind words. If we can ever be of assistance to you in the future in any way, no matter how big or small, I hope you will give us a call.
My experience was far superior. Trace Ventures is a part of this neighborhood and cares about it. It shows!
The remodeling process was clearly explained, and I knew what to expect. No, there's nothing I can think of to change.
superior
professionalism
The enire project was completed early. Lankford Hardware kept the project from being completed up to a month early and it was our fault for selecting them. Trace stayed on top of this and never let it fall off the radar screen.
We were difficult from a budgeting standpoint, but, Trace was patient and worked deligently to keep costs down.
Quality of work.
They did a good job communicating with us and keeping us up to date.
Their quality and professionalism.
The people are very professional and very pleasant.
The high expertise of the employees made me extremely confident that the project would be costructed in a quality manner.
organization and except for one miscue, very good communication.
No comparison.
Punctuality and respectfulness, and equally important was the cleanliness of the job site.
Guildmember since 2006
As a GuildQuality Guildmember, Trace Ventures Inc relies on our customer surveying to help them deliver an exceptional customer experience.
We have surveyed customers on behalf of Trace Ventures Inc in Nashville, TN; and Brentwood, TN.
In this report, Trace Ventures Inc has published a summary of the customer feedback they've received since they joined GuildQuality in April 2006. In that time, 99 out of 112 customers (88%) responded to a GuildQuality satisfaction survey, with the most recent response in December 2011.
2012 Guildmaster Application
Trace Ventures Inc is a candidate for a 2012 Guildmaster Award.
The Guildmaster Awards recognize exemplary service among home builders, remodelers,
developers, and home services contractors.
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to review this year's qualifications.
To be eligible for consideration, Trace Ventures Inc must survey all
of their customers, with the following exceptions: Projects under $30,000
If you are a recent customer of Trace Ventures Inc and have not yet
received a customer satisfaction survey, please let us know.
We need your feedback in order to conduct a thorough review of Trace Ventures Inc's application.
