Choosing to Invest Where They Were
Clay Young originally had different plans. He wanted acreage – somewhere in Denton or Argyle, with room for a shop and space to spread out. His wife wasn’t convinced that a move was in the cards, and after weighing the options, they decided to stay.
If they were going to remain in their 1965 home, though, it was going to be done properly.
They had already completed cosmetic updates over the years – paint, tile, countertops – but nothing structural. The kitchen and master bath still reflected an older layout. This time, Clay wanted more than surface improvements. The goal was to take both spaces down to the studs and rebuild them correctly.
Doing It Right From the Start
The kitchen had experienced water intrusion that needed to be repaired before any finishes could go in. Landscaping and irrigation adjustments were also addressed to prevent future issues. The approach was comprehensive: solve the underlying problems first, then rebuild with long-term durability in mind.
Clay had worked with remodelers before. An outdoor kitchen project completed years earlier had presented challenges, and that experience shaped what he was looking for this time. He wanted someone local. Someone established. Someone who would be present and accountable throughout the process.
After finding Fin Construction online and reviewing the portfolio, he initiated the conversation.
Discipline, Communication, and Follow-Through
From the first meeting, the difference was consistency. When meetings were scheduled, they happened on time. Drawings were developed and approved before construction began. Once a demolition date was set, work started exactly as promised.
The projected timeline was 60 days. The project wrapped in 58.
Throughout construction, communication remained steady. Eric was on site frequently – if not daily, then every other day – checking progress and ensuring alignment. Clay and his wife even felt comfortable enough to share the home access code and leave for work before the crew arrived, trusting that everything would be handled professionally.
One of them worked from home during the remodel, which made communication even more important. Updates were consistent, expectations were clear, and the schedule moved forward without unnecessary delays.
A Brand-New 1965 Home
By the time the remodel was complete, the transformation was substantial. The kitchen and master bath no longer felt like updated versions of older spaces; they felt entirely rebuilt. Clay describes it as having a brand-new 1965 house – the character remained, but the performance and design reflected current standards.
Since completing the project, he has recommended FHC to family, friends, and colleagues. His sister has used them for work, and he continues to refer others when the opportunity arises.
For Clay, the experience reinforced something simple: when a contractor commits to a timeline, shows up consistently, and delivers what was agreed upon, trust follows naturally. And if another need arises, he already knows who he’ll call.
