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Zengel Remodeling Group
At The Zengel Group, we know that your home is your sanctuary. It’s where life’s most meaningful events happen—where you begin each day and where you settle and reset each night. And creating that space for you and your family is our top priority. Show more
At The Zengel Group, we know that your home is your sanctuary. It’s where life’s most meaningful events happen—where you begin each day and where you settle and reset each night. And creating that space for you and your family is our top priority.
Unlike home improvement contractors, The Zengel Group collaborates with you to achieve your vision—listening, understanding your needs and bringing the full spectrum of building and remodeling experience to each project.
“Jim Zengel is a home remodeler that you dream about. He is a professional remodeler that offers you years of experience, the right tools, a network of suppliers and subcontractors, and an in-depth understanding of legal regulations, cost estimating, scheduling and the latest construction techniques and materials. He is a solution provider, experienced in delivering the reality you have in your head which many times can be difficult to express to anyone, let alone a remodeler. Jim is on site with the team he assembles, getting from his team the level execution and quality he expects. His project documents are professional, fair and balanced.” -Client review on Houzz
Jim Zengel’s experience in construction begins at age 12, working on job sites for his grandfather’s business. As a teenager, pitching in to provide manual labor gradually became a labor of love. Jim acquired experience in all aspects of homebuilding—carpentry, masonry, concrete, plumbing, electric, painting—and applied his skills in and around the Dayton community.
“I finished the inside of the Alter High School band room my senior year in high school, then built storage closets and soundproof rooms after I graduated. It was clearly in my blood to build and remodel.”
Jim officially joined the Zengel family business full-time in 1979, honing his expertise in a variety of roles within the company. As he assumed increasing responsibility at Zengel Construction, Jim eventually became involved in local, state and national Home Building Associations, focusing heavily on building codes and standards. Since 1998, he has served as a National Director of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). In 2005, he was appointed by Ohio’s Governor Taft to the Residential Code Advisory Committee (RCAC), serving as chairman for the next five years. Jim has also been recognized by his peers in the building and remodeling industry as a recipient of the highest awards from the Home Builders association of Dayton and the Ohio Home Builders Association.
In 2011, Jim became a Certified Green Professional (CGP), followed by recognition as a Certified Graduate Builder (CGB) in 2014.
“It’s no surprise that the homebuilding industry is constantly changing. I strive to stay on the cutting edge of industry trends so I can bring my clients up-to-the-minute knowledge.”
Jim and his wife, Connie, have been married for over 25 years and have three children: Casey, Patrick, Jenna and son-in-law Lane. The Zengel family calls Dayton home where they enjoy spending time with their large extended family. Hide
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Review in Dayton, OH
Work Done Right
Work Done Right - There were a couple small hiccups with electricians and plumbers but the Zengel team responded quickly and made things right.
Areas Of Satisfaction
Areas Of Satisfaction - They did a great job cleaning up each day, realizing that we were living there and have a dog. They were quick to respond to any question or comment we had. The guys were good workers who take pride in their work and put in a full day, every day. They were on the job every day consistently and were pleasant to be around.
Recognized Excellence
Recognized Excellence - Jim and Connie are a great team and easy to work with. Honestly I hate to single out anyone because they were ALL great!
Review in Springboro, OH
Review in Dayton, OH
Additional Comments
Additional Comments - We have had 2 small jobs done by Zengel and both outcomes have been excellent.
Review in Dayton, OH
Professional & Organized
Professional & Organized - I have never dealt with a company so professional and easy to talk with. They keep everything up to date and easy to see using the Co-Construct software
Communication
Communication - I was always in touch with Zengel and could easily go back through messages to remind myself if needed
Quality Of Workmanship
Quality Of Workmanship - Zengel is thorough, considerate and top-notch. Couldn't have asked for better.
Problem Resolution
Problem Resolution - Even concerning problems that didn't relate to the work they were here for, Jim was alway available for questions.
Areas Of Satisfaction
Areas Of Satisfaction - The work area was kept clean (cleaner than I usually keep it) and they picked up everything daily.
Review in Bellbrook, OH
Areas Of Satisfaction
Areas Of Satisfaction - Stayed close to schedule, made adjustments when required or asked and keep us informed of the next day's anticipated workload allowing us to plan ahead
Recognized Excellence
Recognized Excellence - Yes, the entire group of people who worked on our project!!! Courteous, work area always clean, skilled craftsmen!
Review in Lebanon, OH
Areas Of Satisfaction
Areas Of Satisfaction - Quality of the work done was excellent. Timelines and budgets were met exactly as described.
Brian A.
I cannot say enough great things about our experience with the Zengel Group. They communicated everything that was going on with the job, did everything on time and were amazingly tidy with everything. We would absolutely use them again!
Additional comments
Areas Of Satisfaction
Areas Of Satisfaction - I loved their honesty, work ethic and timeliness with everything.
Bill L.
Excellent product at a fair price. Recommend Zengel Group without any reservation.
Joan S.
Zengel Remodeling Group is an organization that is renowned for its quality and workmanship. We know that when we have someone from this company working in our home that the work will be completed to our satisfaction by the date agreed upon. The workmen are always courteous and knowledgeable, and they always leave the workspace in a clean and safe condition. We have had this group do several projects for us, and they have always done an outstanding job. We highly recommend them to anyone who is interested in home remodeling of any sort.
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Areas For Improvement
Areas For Improvement - We have no complaints regarding any of the work completed for us. We received weekly communications, and the work was always completed as promised. If we ever had any questions, these were immediately addressed in a knowledgeable and professional manner.
Areas Of Satisfaction
Areas Of Satisfaction - The end results of all of our projects were outstanding, and we know that we can count on Jim to do the work as promised by the date promised. We have had many compliments on our bathroom projects, and Jim came through for us when we had a flood in our basement. In fact, Jim and his crew went above and beyond by fixing defects found along the way with earlier construction performed by another company.
Review in Beavercreek, OH
Additional Comments
Additional Comments - They were awesome and I would give them top marks all around.
Paul E.
I couldn't be more satisfied with the work that they did. I thought the workers were incredible, talented and very considerate. I couldn't recommend Zengel more highly. I am extremely pleased with my experience with them.
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Areas Of Satisfaction
Areas Of Satisfaction - They were very creative, with a good vision of what the outcome should look like.
Recognized Excellence
Recognized Excellence - I so impressed with everyone that walked through my door.
Carol N.
Dana B.
If you want a qualified contractor who is exceptional with all the details, you'll want to hire Zengel.
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Schedule
Schedule - We were delayed a little but, but they let us know. They were getting a product in.
Areas Of Satisfaction
Areas Of Satisfaction - They are very conscientious. They treated my home like it was theirs. They were really good about the cleanup. The people were very friendly.
Recognized Excellence
Recognized Excellence - It's been over two years since they were here, so I can't remember their names. They were all really good.
Doug V.
We are highly satisfied! We love our kitchen! Zengel Remodeling Group did a fantastic job.
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Likely To Recommend
Likely To Recommend - We are highly satisfied! I would recommend them to my mother. I can not say enough from everybody that works for them. I am not saying there were not any problems, but you have to expect that. They tenaciously went after any problems to make it right. We are highly satisfied! We love our kitchen! Zengel Remodeling Group did a fantastic job.
Additional Comments
Additional Comments - I am so pleased with my kitchen. I love the quality of their work, and how they clean up after. Their attention to detail was tremendous.
Chris B.
Zengel Remodeling Group was great and we will definitely use them again!
Cameron K.
Zengel Remodeling Group really does a good job. It is hard to get everything right, but they always do a good job of correcting any issues that are found. This has been a good experience for me.
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