1st Choice Cabinetry Inc.

We highly recommend 1st Choice Cabinetry! After we met with Russell, our minds were made up, we were going to move forward with our kitchen remodel. Russell's attention to detail and design was impressive. He guided us through the selection of cabinets, wood flooring, paint, and countertops. We received a schedule in advance that reflected the start/end date, which "subs" were going to be at our house, and the duration of each job. All subs showed up on time and were respectful and easy to work with. Russell was at the house at the start of each sequence of the project (and drop-ins as well) to be sure everyone was on track and ready to go. If we had any questions Russell was always available to us via email or phone. We were very impressed that the project was on track throughout the 60 days. We had heard many horror stories on remodels and we had nothing but a great experience with Russell, Mae, Lori, and all his subs. If you are thinking about a kitchen remodel, give Russell a call and you will not be disappointed! Kathy and Keith (Sensitive Information Hidden) (Eagle)

Mae and the entire team at 1st Choice Cabinetry are top-notch and simply the best! Our kitchen remodel was seamless, on-time and within budget. The team was friendly, professional and trust-worthy. I cannot imagine working with anyone else! We look forward to working with them again soon!

Russell and his team are professionals, craftsmen, and artists of the highest caliber. I worked with numerous contractors to find the right one for my office and Russell was the most responsive, provided the most proactive expertise and vision, and gave me the most confidence in the project. Their team operated on a very organized schedule, focused on quality, and delivered my exact vision for the project. I couldn't recommend them highly enough.

The remodel of one of our bathrooms went smoothly without any major hiccups mainly due to my direct contact with Mae. She listened to my budget parameters and never tried to push me into spending more on something that wasn't necessary. Every step of the process was communicated very well from weekly emails telling me what days and times contractors would arrive to the overall monthly calendar layout. All of their contractors were professional and timely, but it's the excellent communication and easy rapport with Mae that will bring me back to 1st Choice Cabinetry for our next home project.

Russell was a dream to work with. His professionalism and design knowledge made our kitchen remodel so much easier. He was quick to respond to all my questions and concerns- and very patient with my tendency to overthink my decisions. I will be using 1st Choice Cabinetry for other projects and would highly recommend it to my friends and family.

We highly, highly recommend Russell and 1st Choice Cabinetry for your remodel. Our experience could not have gone better and I echo other reviewers who noted their excellent communication, competitive pricing, organization, and craftsmanship. When Russell or his contractors said they would be at the house at such-and-such time, they were always on time or otherwise communicated any changes ahead of time. I actually came across 1st Choice by chance: We had already had a couple of bids and felt OK about our options but wanted one more. I noticed their store front on Five Mile and decided to give them a try. I went to their website, filled out their inquiry form and included a description, sketches, and photos of what we were looking for. Russell replied the next day and was willing to put together a quote for us by the end of the week. His quote was competitively priced and matched exactly what we had wanted and described. We set up an in-person appointment to to go over details and were instantly impressed by Russell's extensive experience, clear explanations, and helpful suggestions. We decided on 1st Choice and consider ourselves so lucky to have found such a great professional for our kitchen remodel. The project schedule was followed to the T and finished on the day it was originally scheduled to finish--the week before Thanksgiving (Thanks Russell!). We have been enjoying our new kitchen the last two weeks and everyday comment how pleased we are with the results.

Our designer Mae was awesome. She work with us to chose the right cabinets, countertops, tile backsplash & options for our needs. Once we sighed, within a week she emailed us a schedule of install dates. The dates never changed and everything came together on those dates. I would highly recommend 1st Choice Cabinetry and Mae as the designer.

Honestly, the interactions with 1st Choice were by far the best part of our renovation experience. Mae was incredibly helpful and responsive from the moment we walked into the showroom through installation. Everyone there went above and beyond to help us, and I would recommend them to anyone searching for vendors.

Very happy with our recent bathroom refresh. It looks beautiful. Russell ensured that the project stayed on track and that I was happy with the results. I have already recommended 1st Choice Cabinetry to one of my neighbors.

We can't thank Russell and his team for what they did with our new kitchen. Russell was very supportive and provided guidance in the design of picking out which tiles, countertops, colors, cabinets and hardware I would recommend first choice cabinetry to anyone.

Working with 1st Choice Cabinetry made our life so easy. We would have never had such an amazing kitchen and master bathroom had it not been for Mae. She spent the time to get to know us and our style and then was able to put together design elements that fit our home's style and the timing for the different sub-contractors. She was with us every step of the way and was always at our home to make sure the job was done correctly. We are extremely happy with 1st Choice Cabinetry, Maey specifically, and would highly recommend them!

Russell and team did an outstanding job on our renovation. From day one, the project was organized, on time and efficient. All the subcontractors were friendly and wonderful to work with and we couldn’t be happier with the final product.

Jerry, Lori, and Mae designed and installed our perfect kitchen. We had very limited space and even reduced the number of cabinets to open the space. However, now, I have even more useable kitchen cabinet space than I had before and it is amazing! First Choice Cabinetry is very professional and in constant communication through the entire process. I highly recommend them and will use them again for a future project in the bathroom!

Working with Russell and his crew was such a positive experience. Everyone kept to the schedule and the work done on my kitchen remodel was professional and as I had hoped and expected it to be. I would highly recommend 1st Choice to anyone of my friends wanting to do a remodel project

After my experience with 1st Choice I have a hard time believing all the 5 star reviews. I decided to use 1st Choice for a relatively small project. I knew that not dealing directly with a true custom cabinet maker and stone dealer would add additional cost to my project, but I thought that the convenience of allowing 1st Choice to deal with the details of the project would be worth the cost. I WAS WRONG. I made the mistake, and it was all me, by not checking every measurement prior to signing the contract. Thank goodness my contractor did! He saved me from a design flaw that was not shown in the diagram, but was there in what would have been ordered and installed. I was informed 3 days prior to INSTALLATION that my counter tops were just not going to be available, the bathroom countertops were 2 weeks late. Incorrect information was given to me regarding the sink size for my bathroom, they wanted me to pay for adjustments to the accommodate the already purchased sink. The faucet that was purchased for the sink could not be used as intended due to the way the countertop was cut. Appointments for countertop service/installation were never kept as scheduled. Communication with 1St Choice was not direct or clear. The countertop installers were not professional and certainly not fine craftspeople. I had to insist on the removal of white caulk that clearly did not match the countertop and truly had to fight to have the appropriate color applied and now, must have the wall repaired as a result of their removal and new application of caulk. As a result of using 1st Choice I was subject to cost overruns, scheduling delays and overall great inconvenience that resulted in my having to invest far more of my time and energy than if I had done it all myself. I understand that the pandemic created unexpected challenges. I faced this fact on many fronts and appreciated when I was kept updated and felt supported by those with whom I was dealing. That simply did not happen with 1st Choice and I will quote Russell, 'Well, stuff happens on every job. You just can't make everyone happy." I have completed 8 whole home remodels, although never in Boise and never with this kind of result. In my opinion these folks are not designers, cannot be trusted with handling details, are just a go-between for countertops and are not, in any way custom cabinet makers. As the job was coming to a close, but not completed I received two emails and an in-person request for payment of the balance due. I was never asked if I was satisfied with the job, which clearly I was not. I wrote the owners a detailed letter of my experience and received no reply. My advice to anyone considering 1st Choice is to do a little homework. I think you'll find dealing direct with true cabinet makers and stone suppliers that it is not only less expensive, provide a much wider selection and, in my experience, provide a much better experience than 1St Choice Cabinetry Inc.

First Choice Cabinetry remodeled our kitchen and installed all new floors on one level of our home. They were clear on timelines and schedule expectations and stayed on task. Any questions we had we answered clearly and professionally. The subcontractors they utilized for work were all professional and courteous when working in our home. When creating our kitchen design, Russ listened to the ideas we had and facilitated incorporating them in the design. We couldn't be more pleased with how our remodel finished up. The floors are gorgeous and we love our new kitchen.

I am pleased to have the opportunity to share how pleased I am with my renivation. It was an amazing positive experience from start to finish. Not knowing totally what I wanted or options available Russell guided me through the whole process and the finished outcome is everything I could want. He presented a time line and schedule which was followed precisely. The subcontractors were on time, cleaned up after themselves nightly, they were helpful when I had questions and there was no "mansplaining" at all. Bottom line - I'd do it again in a heart beat.

The Fogles and staff run their business refreshingly different from what appears to be the current sad customer service norm. They are well organized with awesome communications from the initial decision making to coordination with subcontractors and our schedule to providing us with product maintenance information. (Who does that?) Our bathroom looks great!

After talking to multiple cabinet companies, we were extremely impressed with 1st Choice Cabinetry, especially Russell and Lori. Their prices were competitive and their quality of their cabinets is much higher than anything we'd seen. We had an idea of what we wanted but didn't have an exact plan and they were able to create something that was exactly what we wanted. They installed cabinets, countertops, and a backsplash. The installers were prompt, professional, and very detail oriented. We chose to demo our kitchen, redo some electrical work, etc. and Russell gave us so many great recommendations and advice throughout the whole process. Would 100% recommend them for any remodel work and will definitely use them in the future! We love our new kitchen!

Russell was very responsive and all the subs were on time as scheduled. He helped with the design taking into account our wishes. I was amazed how smoothly it all went, thanks to Russell. We are in love with our new kitchen!

Russell is the first contractor who was ALWAYS on time, had exact bids and did a great job. Our remodel went seamlessly because all his subs finished their work as promised. Working with Russell was has been stress free. We LOVE our home now because of Russell's attention to detail and design.

Imagine that a Contractor shows up on time, gives you a fair bid for a beautiful design, a schedule on a calendar with what is happening each day and who is coming. The project begins ON that day, the subcontractors show up on time do great work and brag about your contractors reliability, and are actually people you feel good having in your home, even during a Pandemic. The project finishes on time and on budget. This was exactly our experience with Russell at First Choice Cabinetry! We could not be more pleased with our new kitchen. It even passed the Husband test and he is very exacting!

Russell and the team at 1st Choice Cabnitry were exceptional! We were completely satisfied from design to finished product. The scheduling was on point and the contractors were the best in their trade. Russell was knowledgeable of all their products and helped guide us along the way. He was involved in every step and available to us along the way. I have my dream kitchen and it was the best remodel experience I could’ve imagined.

In planning for our kitchen remodel, we almost gave up because we couldn't find anyone that would call us back and when they did, they had a great idea as to what they wanted our kitchen to look like all the while not listening to what we wanted. That changed when Russell stepped in from 1st Choice Cabinetry. He showed up as promised, he listened and then came back with a plan that was tailored to what we were looking for. Once they started, everyone that worked on our remodel was wonderful, on time and did a perfect job. Russell was there all along the way, checking in and keeping us informed. Ours probably wasn't a big project compared to the other kitchen remodels 1st Choice Cabinetry has done, but we come home every night and appreciate what they did to make our home a wonderful place to be. One of Russell's first comments about their work was they measure to a 16th of an inch...I'd say what they accomplished here was much closer to perfection than that.

I had an amazing experience with my 1st Choice Cabinetry kitchen remodel. I would highly recommend them for any kitchen remodel. Not only was my project done on time and within budget, but everyone connected with my project was friendly and professional.

I can't say enough wonderful things about our experience with 1st Choice Cabinetry. Russell was amazing from start to finish. He came up with a design for our new kitchen that maximized our space in a way that we hadn't even imagined. He gave us many choices in different price ranges and answered all of our questions and guided us in making excellent selections . Once the project started he was on schedule with every step, even though we added a little extra after we started. Everything we chose from the cabinets down to the floors are beautiful and I am so very happy with the way it turned out. I would highly recommend Russell and this company to anyone to is looking to remodel their kitchen.

I could not say enough about 1st Choice Cabinetry and Russell Fogle. We used them to completely remodel a home we recently purchased; the whole house was gutted. It turned out absolutely beautiful!! Russell is professional, excellent at what he does, knowledgeable, courteous, helpful, honest, patient, understanding, easy to work with, and goes above and beyond any other contractor we’ve ever used. In fact, we loved working with him so much we’ve joked that we’re going to fly him to another home we own in another state to have him do renovations there! I will never use anyone else for remodels or upgrades in the Boise area. He is the BEST!!!

We chose 1st Choice Cabinetry because of their long-time support of Boise Valley Habitat for Humanity. And because of that, we were familiar with the quality of their products and their work. It was a bonus that we were able to work with the amazing Russell Fogle on the remodel of two bathrooms and a few miscellaneous other projects. We can’t possibly say enough good things about our experience. Working with Russell from the design phase through completion could not have been easier. And we loved and trusted Russell’s suggestions and his eye for design. It’s a gift! Russell arranged for multiple skilled, friendly, and professional craftsmen and provided us with a detailed schedule of all work. The schedule was strictly observed. He kept us informed all along the way and was very responsive to any communications from us. We highly recommend 1st Choice Cabinetry to anyone who will listen!

We have used 1st Choice Cabinetry to upgrade our kitchen and master bath. Russell is very talented and professional. His designs are outstanding. He sticks with his schedule and has very good subs. We have been so pleased with the upgrades.

We had a very good experience with 1st Choice Cabinetry during a recent master bathroom remodel. Our contractor representing 1st choice was Russell Fogle. Russell was a pleasure to work with. He answered our questions and offered options and solutions throughout the project. The 1st Choice sub-contractors were on time, courteous, and professional in their work. The project ran smoothly, and we able to say the phrase you love to hear in remodeling - "On schedule and within budget"! My wife and I are quite pleased with final results of the project and I recommend 1st Choice Cabinetry for your next kitchen or bath remodel!

They were respectful, delivered on time and very helpful and creative with designing a sewing room. Enjoyable to work with. Installation was amazing.

We are extremely pleased with our remodeled kitchen and new wood floors. From the start we knew we had made the right choice. Russell expertly guided us through the design stage helping us to make the right choices. He provided 3D renderings of the initial design and updated them before we signed off on the final version. We were provided a schedule for the demolition and installation. We knew exactly who'd be showing up every day and Russell was on site often, meeting the demo and installation teams on their first day to get them going. If we had any questions, he was very prompt in returning calls and responding to emails. Russell's knowledge, customer service, design skills, and quality product lines were just what were looking for in our remodel. We had an excellent experience and highly recommend 1st Choice Cabinetry, Russell and Lori!

I initially contracted with 1st Choice Cabinetry for the replacement of my bathroom vanity last spring. I was delighted with the product quality and the installation process. Russell was very thorough in assuring that the job was done right and to my satisfaction. I subsequently decided to utilize Russell and his staff to completely remodel my kitchen. What a great choice! Russell worked closely with me to redesign and improve the layout of my kitchen footprint and was with me every step of the way in selecting materials and products for the job. I’ve never worked with a contractor who so effectively scheduled and completed the work. My kitchen was totally demolished and rebuilt in a little over 6 weeks; subcontractors were on time and completed each phase as scheduled. The quality of their work was top-notch! Russell was thorough in assuring that all aspects of the remodel were completed satisfactorily and that any issues were corrected. He was always available to discuss project details with me and meticulously supervised each project phase. Working with 1st Choice Cabinetry greatly reduced the stress of home remodeling, and I now have a beautiful, functional kitchen thanks to Russell and his staff!

I have worked in remodeling houses for over 18 years. I volunteer working for Habitat for Humanity. 1st Choice Cabinetry partners with Habitat so I had a chance to see their cabinetry and see what their company was all about. I was impressed and decided to use them to build and install the cabinets for our own home. All I can say is WOW! They are a family run business and they showed a personal interest in every step of the cabinet process. From ordering to installation they were always on top of things and kept me informed. The integrity that they showed me is very rare these days and I am so glad I hired them to do our Kitchen.

I am extremely happy with my experience with 1st Choice Cabinetry. Russell worked closely with me to design an efficient, functional kitchen with the style and special features that I wanted, and then to find opportunities to manage the total cost to within my budget. He also provided us with a detailed 5-week schedule up front and did not stray from it at all. All of the subcontractors used were licensed/certified, courteous and they took great pride in their work. My new cherry cabinets are gorgeous, roomy and sturdy, and they warm up the space nicely compared to the 30-year old builder's grade all-white kitchen that they replaced. From start to finish, I honestly could not imagine a better experience with this renovation, and highly recommend 1st Choice Cabinetry to others.

The company and Russel were first class. A schedule was made and everyone performed. We could not be happier with our end result.

We are so happy to have been able to work with Russell and 1st Choice Cabinetry on the recent remodeling in our home. All the work done was done on schedule and very professionally. I have already recommended them to to friends

We were recommended to 1st Choice Cabinetry by a friend who had their kitchen remodeled. Our friend was very pleased with their work so we decided to give them a try. We are so happy we hired Russel and 1st Choice Cabinetry. Russel is very professional and good for his word. He is amazing. We had no problem putting our trust in him. Russell helped us with a kitchen remodel and also built a beautiful wine bar in our family room. He provided us with a time line and and accurate estimated cost up front. Russell stayed within the time line throughout the entire remodel and stuck within the cost estimate. There were no surprises. He was great to work with and he always had time to answer our questions. Russell had a lot of patience with us when we decided to change some things at the last minute. He has a true passion for what he does and he is always concerned about satisfying his clients. We highly recommend Russell and 1st Choice Cabinetry for any project, large or small. I know we will be going back to them for our next project.

1st Choice Cabinetry was recommended to me by a highly recommended Electrician I had do work for me. I was told the company is very committed to doing a job right and work on a schedule that they really stand by. I am new to Boise and just purchased a 1921 Craftsman Bungalow, which needs to be dealt with gently with tender love and care due to the age of the home and the materials it was constructed with. My meeting with Russell was great! He took time to work with me and listen to my wants and desires and gave me his ideas also. He educated me on what works best in old homes, such as the walls, the plumbing that is located on exterior walls, the house being not being level, etc. I was impressed with the short amount of time it took to get a proposal and the dollar amount and a schedule. 1st Choice uses only the best contractors! Everyone who came to work on the job was on time, professional and a perfectionist. Russell always contacted me to inform me when a worker was coming. They all took the time to explain what was happening and why. Russell came by almost everyday to make sure things were on track. He, himself, would do some of the work to make sure things were moving forward. Russell was great about letting me know price changes when I wanted to upgrade or change something we had agreed on earlier. Russell was quick to return phone calls, text messages and emails within a day. I had my kitchen almost completely gutted and the 5 layers of floor removed down to the sub floor! I had new cabinets installed, new flooring, new electrical and plumbing, paint and the ceiling was leveled and bead board was installed to correct the unevenness of the old ceiling. I also had the crown molding restored to most of my windows, a beautiful piece of granite placed on top of the ugly gray cement hearth of my fireplace, and hardwood flooring repaired in the living room, crown molding added to the living room and a very large cabinet in my bathroom removed and walls patched. I am 100% happy with my new kitchen and all the other projects that 1st Choice Cabinetry has finished!!! I know it was done right from the demolition to the completion. My kitchen looks like it should be in a showroom!! Russell was very conscious about making sure his schedule was being followed. I still have a few projects left and I will be using 1st Choice Cabinetry for those also. If you are looking for a company who is professional, personable and strives for perfection then 1st Choice Cabinetry should be your FIRST CHOICE!!

We would highly recommend 1st Choice Cabinetry. They were very professional. We were told the project would take four days, five at the most and it was done in four. The professional who did our counter did excellent work and a pleasure to work with. If we had any questions they were answered. We're so glad we went with 1st Choice!

We just finished a remodel with 1st Choice and Russell. We are still in awe of the transformation he created! He changed a 1996 kitchen to an elegant, modern, stunning, open concept and great for entertaining space! His vision, creativity, skill and eye for color made the process very easy. Also, in these times of following a timeline, he was seamless! Everything was scheduled and delivered on time! His subcontractors were all very skilled and great to work with! We couldn't be happier with the final product and are excited to entertain and show off our new, beautiful home!!!

We are so happy with our decision to ask Russell at 1st Choice Cabinetry to remodel our kitchen and dining room. Russell listened to what we wanted and came back to us with a design for a beautiful kitchen. He stayed on schedule from start to finish, doing everything he said he would do. During this time we had the best people in and out of our home working and Russell and Lori were fantastic. We could not have asked for more. Very Happy ! We now have a beautiful kitchen and dining room to enjoy. We definitely will be calling Russell on future projects.

Became aware of 1st Choice Cabinetry at a local trade show. They have been in business in this area for many years. Russell did an excellent job guiding us through the entire process, taking time to understand our decorating preferences and presenting tasteful options that would enhance the look, feel and functionality of our kitchen remodel. We are completely pleased with the finished project. Everything was completed right on schedule and budget. The craftsmanship is first class and adds great value to our home. Definitely something we will enjoy for years to come. I would recommend Russell, Lori and the entire staff of 1st Choice without reservation and intend to do business with them again. Cost is fair and results are outstanding.

We talked to a few contractors when we decided it was seriously time to have our kitchen remodeled. With each contractor we took into account the warranty of the cabinetry; the quality of the wood; the price; and the timeline to complete the remodel. Russell, of 1st Choice Cabinetry, fulfilled all of our needs. We were able to go into the showroom and choose our cabinets, counter tops, and sink. There were options to choose our appliances and flooring also. One becomes anxious when workers come into your home... We both feel the absolute best and hardest workers were chosen by 1st Choice to do the demo, the drywall, the electrical, the backsplash and the plumbing. Everyone was very friendly and worked - and worked constantly - always with a smile. We feel the quality of each contractor 1st Choice chose to complete this remodel correctly was of top quality. Russell kept in contact with us through each process, showing up often to ensure the work was done to our satisfaction -- and to his satisfaction. The schedule of each contractor's arrival and what they would be accomplishing was given to us at the start so we knew what to expect through this process. We appreciate Russell of 1st Choice and would recommend him to anyone with the notion of a kitchen or bathroom remodel in their future plans.

Russell was professional, helpful, and a pleasure to work with. He let us take the samples we were most interested in. He explained the differences in the respective flooring materials, he had nice recommendations. His installer arrived on-time and did the entire job (3 bathrooms, laundry room & kitchen and entry way) in two days. The installer gave us helpful information on moving items back into those areas and cleaned up after himself. We will use 1st Choice Cabinetry again !

We contracted with Russell and 1st Choice Cabinetry in October 2015 to refresh our dated kitchen. Amidst a sea of unprofessional contractors, Russell was always on time and followed through on every commitment he made. He took the few concepts we brought him and put together a custom rendering of our kitchen so we could actually see what we'd be getting. We wanted the "HGTV experience" and he was able to give it to us. Additionally, even though they only have Cabinetry in their name, 1st Choice also handled the quartz counter tops, tile backsplash, and coordinated the plumbing and electrical work. It was like working with a full service remodeler without the added cost. We're thrilled with the end result and would definitely do business with them again.

As first time clients in need of design ideas for flooring, countertops, cabinetry and tilework throughout a new construction home, we found Russell Fogle an invaluable source of information and inspiration. Russell is extremely knowledgable of products, conscientious of priorities and budgets, creative and imaginative with functionality also in mind. The entire project was completed in a timely manner with courtesy, professionalism, and integrity.

I had several different ideas of what I wanted, Russell saw my vision created a kitchen that is absolutely gorgeous and functional. Their standards of quality are extremely high and really shows in every aspect of our kitchen. We would highly recommend them and will use First Choice Cabinetry again for any project we have.

We had a great experience working with 1st Choice Cabinetry. Russ was very knowledgable and organized from the planning stages to the finished product. We love the quality and workmanship of our new cabinets and quartz countertops. Everyone that has seen our finished kitchen is very impressed. We would recommend 1st Choice to anyone and hope to use them for any future remodeling needs.

1st Choice Cabinetry is a top notch kitchen remodel company. They have the highest quality work ethic. We wanted a complete kitchen remodel that included structural changes and adding a mudroom. Russell took care of it all for us. He patiently helped us no matter how many changes we made. When the project actually started he provided us with a timeline and kept to it. The site was always cleaned up at the end of the day. Anytime we had questions Russell was prompt in getting back to us. The cabinets are built well and were installed with great care. The complete remodel turned out better than we imagined.