The Rivera Family's Reno Journey
From 1970s Fixer to Dream Home
How Maria and Carlos used Logly to coordinate six tradespeople in four months and save over 30 hours of coordination time.
Meet the Riveras
First-time homeowners in Denver, Colorado, who bought a 1970s fixer-upper in the Capitol Hill neighborhood. They were eager to modernize but overwhelmed by the scope of work.
We connected with Maria and Carlos right after they closed on the house. "It was a beautiful shell, but the systems inside were from the stone age," Maria told us. "We knew we had to gut the kitchen, update the electrical, and finally get that overgrown backyard under control."
A Home That Needed Everything
- Outdated Plumbing: Copper pipes were pinholing in the kitchen and basement, causing minor leaks.
- Electrical Issues: Knob-and-tube wiring and insufficient outlets made the home unsafe and inconvenient.
- Interior: Peeling lead paint and dated 1970s wallpaper in the living room.
- Exterior: Overgrown hedges, a cracked driveway, and an uneven lawn.
The Struggle
"We tried calling three different plumbers who never showed up, and the electrician quoted us $8,000 just to inspect the wiring. We felt like we were stuck," says Carlos. "We needed a way to find reliable pros quickly without playing phone tag."
6 Jobs. 4 Months.
Zero No-Shows.
The Riveras booked their first job in April and completed their final landscaping project in August. Here is how Logly managed their renovation timeline.
Plumbing Repair
Marcus, a licensed plumber, fixed the pinhole leaks in the kitchen and basement piping.
Electrical Panel
David rewired the service panel and installed modern outlets in the master bedroom.
Interior Painting
Sarah painted the living room and hallway, removing the old wallpaper and prepping walls.
Kitchen Cabinet Refinish
Elena restored the original 1970s birch cabinets with a modern matte finish.
Landscaping & Hardscaping
The Green Thumb crew removed the overgrown hedges and installed new paver walkways.
Flooring Installation
Tom installed new hardwood floors throughout the main living areas.
The Results
"Logly took the stress out of hiring. We didn't have to chase contractors. They showed up, did the job, and left the space cleaner than before. It felt like having a personal project manager."
— Maria Rivera, Homeowner
"The transparency was key. I knew exactly what I was paying for each job. No hidden fees, no scope creep. It was a huge relief for a first-time homeowner."
— Carlos Rivera, Homeowner
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