Covington McCloud
Timothy Drakeford of Direct Construction Services is, without question, the best contractor experience I’ve ever had.
I found Timothy through a Google search, and he responded quickly — which mattered more than I realized at the time. This was my first demolition project, tied to a fire-damaged property, insurance issues, city requirements, and utility clearances. I had very little understanding of the process, and honestly, it was overwhelming.
From the very beginning, Timothy put my mind at ease. He assured me that he understood the process, that he was familiar with how the City of Detroit works, and that he would handle everything — and he absolutely did. Every step of the way, he communicated clearly and patiently, by text and phone, keeping me informed and explaining what was happening next in a way I could actually understand.
Whenever a snag came up — and there were several (none from Timothy)— Timothy didn’t disappear or deflect. He communicated, took ownership, and handled it. He was incredibly patient with my questions and never made me feel uninformed or rushed. He truly walked me through the entire process, start to finish.
What impressed me most is that Timothy went above and beyond what I would ever expect from a contractor. He wasn’t just doing a demolition — he managed the process, coordinated with the city, handled approvals, and even waited until final city approval before sending the final invoice. He personally called me to explain everything, which speaks volumes about his integrity and professionalism.
By the end of the project, I felt nothing but relief and gratitude. Timothy is truly a one-stop contractor — from explaining the process, to handling the details, to final approval. If you are dealing with a complicated situation, especially a fire-damaged property or city-regulated demolition, I would recommend Timothy Drakeford and Direct Construction Services without hesitation and without question.
This is how contracting should be done.
Roy McCloud