OWNER AND PRESIDENT

Jake Ruiz officially joined QRS in 2000, though he’s been around the world of remodeling and construction for most of his life. Over that time, Jake not only developed a passion for building but also gained valuable insight on what it takes to create a beautiful project.

His qualifications include completing a four-year carpentry apprenticeship at Moraine Park Technical College, holding NARI Certifications as a Kitchen and Bath Remodeler and a Lead Carpenter, and being a THX Certified Professional for audio and video installation.

Jake’s roles at QRS have included project manager, estimator, kitchen and bath designer, and home theater and automation designer. Now as Owner and President of QRS, Jake serves as Operations Manager.

FOUNDER

When Luis Ruiz founded QRS in 1989, he already had valuable experience as a foreman and project manager on residential construction projects. For Luis, forming his own remodeling company was the logical next step to pursue his passion. He continued his remodeling education with additional training to become a NARI Certified Remodeler and Certified Lead Carpenter.

Luis believes truly successful projects involve putting yourself in the client’s place and asking, “How would I want to be treated?” Thanks to that client-focused attitude and his dedication to craftsmanship in all projects, Luis helped QRS to grow steadily year by year, essentially by referral from one satisfied client to the next.

Have a question or concern about your project? With QRS, you’ll have a knowledgeable single point of contact who can make things happen right away. That not only means your emails, phone calls, and texts get answered promptly—it means issues get resolved quickly and your project keeps moving smoothly.

Our exacting attention to the smallest details sets a high standard for quality, a standard that everyone working on your project must meet. We see the positive results not only in the way clients praise our performance but also in the long-term relationships we form with them—and often with their family and friends through referrals.

Dust control is a major focus for QRS. We take numerous steps to minimize construction-related dust, including enclosing project areas with secure plastic zip-walls, using negative air pressure strategies for dust containment, and either taping or placing filters over HVAC venting. We also consider thorough clean-up at the end of each day a critical part of our services. In addition, upon project completion, we’ll conduct an extensive final cleaning.

QRS has made a concerted effort to stay on the cutting edge of design and remodeling. For example, we can provide a vivid digital 3D “blue print” of your remodeling project, making it amazingly easy to visualize before it’s completed.

It’s just a fact: AV technology plays a huge part in how people enjoy their home. So rather than bring in a third-party to handle your project’s AV needs, QRS integrates AV design and installation into our remodeling services. Why? Our experience has shown us it’s the best way to not only achieve optimal performance for your AV components; it’s also the best way to incorporate those components seamlessly—and beautifully—into the aesthetic of your remodeled space.

NARI stands for the National Association of the Remodeling Industry. NARI certification is a rigorous process of course work and exams. It’s an accomplishment that not only demonstrates extensive remodeling expertise but also indicates a firm commitment to the highest standards for professionalism and ethical business conduct. NARI certifications make a significant difference in a remodeling company’s quality of performance. That’s why QRS provides remodeling professionals with certifications in the following areas: Certified Remodeler, Certified Lead Carpenter, and Certified Kitchen and Bath Remodeler.