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Scalish Construction

Home Builders in Lakewood, Ohio
Ranked #7 in Lakewood | Grade C+
4.00 (21 reviews)

Scalish Construction

Scalish Construction is a Lakewood, Ohio-based general contractor focused on residential building and renovation, known for careful coordination and finish detail on both contemporary and historic homes.

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Clear planning and communication, attention to architectural detail, coordination with design professionals, and experience handling complex scopes that balance function and finish quality Local experience that helps homeowners across Lakewood, Ohio compare a more region-aware provider.

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Lakewood, Ohio and Greater Cleveland, including surrounding West Side neighborhoods and nearby suburbs.

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Services Covered

  Renovation Services
  Custom Home Builder
  Home Additions
  Whole-Home Remodeling
  Kitchen Remodeling
  Bathroom Remodeling
  Historic Home Restoration
  Interior Remodeling
  Exterior Renovation
  Accessibility Upgrades
  Architectural Build Coordination
  Residential General Contractor
  Adaptive Reuse Construction

Custom homes, additions, whole-home remodeling, kitchen and bath renovations, interior reconfiguration, historic home restoration, exterior and façade updates, accessibility upgrades, and light commercial buildouts.


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Recent Reviews

4.00

(Based on 21 reviews)

Customer feedback often highlights strong communication, cost transparency, and craftsmanship, including on complex or design-sensitive projects. Several reviewers note responsiveness and the ability to manage unusual scopes, like historic renovations and specialty installations. There is at least one critical review citing quality concerns on a historic home, indicating results can vary by project. Overall ratings trend positive with praise for detail and professionalism.

The Scalish team was nice, professional, and did good quality work. Our remodel had four adults involved, and an elevator installation was part of the job, so it was probably a tough one. Through ups and downs the team listened and acted quickly - we’re very happy with the end result.

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Lakewood General Manager on Scalish Construction

We hired Scalish Construction to convert an old historical church into a gym space, and I couldn’t be more impressed with their work! From start to finish, the team was professional, communicative, and exceptionally skilled. They paid attention to every detail, ensuring the layout, design, and functionality of the space far exceeded our expectations. The transformation was nothing short of incredible—it completely blew me away! I highly recommend Scalish Construction to anyone looking to transform their space, especially if you're working with a historical landmark. Their craftsmanship and commitment to quality are truly unmatched!

Our experience with Scalish Construction was the closest thing to a nightmare I have seen in construction. Their claims of specializing in historic restoration are a joke. As owners of a beautiful century home we expected and were promised, by the Scalish team, quality work to be performed in a professional manner on our home. The work was performed in a haphazard manner often requiring correction. I would advise anyone reading reviews to pay close attention to the author of the review and consider giving more weight to reviews from actual home owners.

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Jasmine O'Reilly on Scalish Construction

We chose Scalish as the contractor for our forever home after seeing their signs and trucks doing work in the neighborhood. Once we met with the owner, Frank, and started working with his team we immediately knew we had made the right decision. Some of the main reasons we enjoyed our experience were cost transparency, frequent communication, quality of craftsmanship and flexibility. If you're shopping around for a general contractor we would recommend discussing your vision with Frank and team and giving them a chance to win your business.

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Adam Rosekelly on Scalish Construction

I run a boutique architecture firm in Cleveland, OH, called Architecture Office. I’ve worked with Scalish Construction on a number of projects and have been very satisfied with their work. They are not your most economical contractor but it has been my experience that they are priced fairly and on par with other firms their size. They specialize in highly sensitive projects that require attention to detail, ranging from historic to contemporary. Their historic work is great. My firm specializes in contemporary architecture and they understand the goals of the project and bring exceptional craft through their network of subcontractors.

We worked on the BoxSpot project together, a retail development composed of shipping containers. This was the first project of it’s kind in the Midwest. Despite a steep learning curve, they executed our vision with a level of craft that we were very happy with. Evidence of this is the slew of awards that followed, including, NAIOP’s (National Association of Industrial and Office Properties) award for “Most Innovative Project of the Year, 2019, “Best Retail Project of the Year”, 2019 and AIA Cleveland’s highest award, an “Honor” award for excellence in design. While all good projects require a good client, architect and contractor in order to be successful, I credit Scalish Construction for their ability to respond to complex detailing with an innovative approach, resolving many unusual complexities of prefabrication and material methods in concert with a tight construction budget.

We’ve worked on several other projects together, including a historic façade in Lakewood called The Veronika. Once again, this project received accolades and stood out in 2018 as Storefront Renovation of the Year by the Cleveland Restoration Society. This project sought and received historic tax credits and was the first project to do so in Lakewood, OH.

It’s been a pleasure knowing Frank, partnering with Scalish Construction and working with members of his knowledgeable team over the years. We look forward to the opportunity to collaborate on projects in years to come. I would recommend Scalish Construction on any job but especially for those that come with complex challenges and a sensitivity to the details.

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Frequently Asked Questions

They handle custom homes, additions, and whole-home renovations, as well as kitchens, baths, and interior reconfigurations. They also work on historic home restoration and exterior updates when projects call for careful detailing.

They regularly coordinate with outside architects and designers to execute detailed plans. If you already have drawings, they can bid and build; if not, they can help you start planning and assemble the right team.

Reviews and project descriptions mention successful delivery on complex scopes such as adaptive reuse and accessibility upgrades. They emphasize scheduling, trade coordination, and clear communication for these projects.

They are based in Lakewood, Ohio and typically serve the Greater Cleveland area. Nearby West Side neighborhoods and adjacent suburbs are commonly within their service range.

You can contact the office during weekday hours or reach out through their website to share project details. Initial discussions usually cover scope, timeline goals, and whether site visits or drawings are needed.
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  • Monday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

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Business Details


Business Rating
4.00 (21 reviews) Pro Listing
Address
16400 Detroit Ave Suite 201, Lakewood, OH 44107
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Business Type
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