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Avatar for So Cal Builders & Design Inc
So Cal Builders & Design Inc
4.6(
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Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Our experience with Suj and So Cal Builders & design was very pleasant. They executed a high quality upgrade to our prior home before we sold/upgraded. We did not want anyone else to renovate our new house. Every step of the remodel was handled in a timely manner. And, honestly, Suj is quite humorous; he creates a very nice environment to be around for his team and clientele."
Completely renovating both the guest and master bathrooms. In the master bathroom, we're installing a spacious walk-in shower featuring dual black-finished shower heads, elegant floating benches, and marble wall tiles. Meanwhile, the guest bathroom will have a sleek built-in tub and stylish hexagon tiles.
This project involved adding a new master bathroom to the existing house. The shower features sleek white subway tiles complemented by striking black fixtures and shower door hardware. The bathroom floor is adorned with elegant white marble tiles, providing a seamless and luxurious finish. A white shaker vanity topped with a white marble countertop completes the space, creating a clean and sophisticated look.
Experience a whole new level of indoor-outdoor living with the Torres Residence Backyard Remodel. This project highlights the addition of a kitchen sliding door, seamlessly merging your interior and exterior spaces
We remodeled the current kitchen, incorporating the addition of a new sliding door to establish a seamless indoor-outdoor living area
New pool with Baja bench and spa. New pavers, aluminum patio cover and built-in BBQ in the backyard

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Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Essential Living Construction LLC
5.0(
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Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Essential Living Construction (and specifically Oscar Barajas) did a great job helping me with my home remodel. The price was fair, the work was done quickly and the results were impressive. Cracked damaged ceiling drywall was replaced with new drywall throughout the entire house and it looks great. Oscar is a friendly, soft-spoken professional and I would absolutely work with him again."
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Oshri Construction
4.4(
7
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Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

**Call us today for a FREE ESTIMATE!** With over 30 years of experience, you're going to fall in love with our craftsmanship and design of your project. We specialize in New Construction, Gazebo Building, Custom Home Building, Home Renovation, Construction & Remodeling.

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Kitchen Remodel
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Response time6 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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L.A. Expert Builders
5.0(
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Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"My experience with LA Expert Builders was awesome. I went with them on my bathroom remodel and they did a high quality work, did everything as I requested, as they promised and all that at very reasonable costs. Nir and his crew were great to work with, always on time, clean, polite and professional. I really like how my bathroom turned out, it's very beautiful! Thank you LA Expert Builders!"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Progressive Builders
5.0(
77
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Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys are great. They did a great job adding 3 rooms to my home. Not only fast and quick service but also great customer service. Progressive Builders gave me the best quote in town.. Don't hesitate to give them a call."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Precise Home Builders
4.6(
88
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Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I can not say enough good things about Precise Home Builders. From the initial meeting to the end result, we could not have been happier with the entire process. We had a major project, gutting and converting a 1920's spanish duplex to a completely new modernized single family home and the Precise team not only delivered within our budget, but also within the 6 month time frame we initially discussed. None of our friends believed we'd get such a big job done within that time frame, but Precise really came through! We passed all permits with ease, never had any surprises, and had fantastic communication during each phase, even the vendors they referred us to were pleasant and professional. I highly recommend Precise Home Builders for any project, big or small."
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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America Green Builders
4.9(
17
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Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"A friend of mine had America Green Builders installed in her house so I also made the call to them. Mike made the appointment with me and came out. He was really, really good and made sure I understood everything by going over absolutely everything.He was friendly, courteous, well-groomed and punctual. Also, customer service was wonderful. They kept me updated with emails, called me on the phone and also made sure I understood everything plus told me what the next step was. In addition, the guys that installed the system were absolutely marvelous. They respected me and my property that I can't say enough good stuff about them. In the whole experience, I’m 1000% satisfied."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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AGA Construction Inc
4.8(
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Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired AGA Construction in February 2022, and I am so glad we did! We met with multiple contractors, but Eran from AGA Construction really impressed us with his knowledge, experience, and professionalism. Eran’s excellent communication, daily updates, and quality workmanship made this entire experience easy and enjoyable. I have extraordinarily high standards and Eran's attention to detail was impeccable and very appreciated. AGA was on time, courteous, followed all of our HOA’s rules, able to accommodate our last minute requests and add-ons, and they kept our home and common areas tidy during our remodel. Eran and AGA also helped us obtain all of the permits we needed, and we passed our electrical, plumbing, and structural inspections with flying colors. I can’t recommend Eran and AGA enough. We will definitely be hiring AGA for all of our future home renovation projects!"
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Bathroom Enlargement
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Valley Village - New Construction

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Response time1 day
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Cielo Construction Company
4.6(
288
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Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Simon and his team at Cielo Construction are, without a doubt, the best contractors in the industry. My remodeling project involved the complete renovation of small house, including complete demolition and the renovation of two bathrooms and the kitchen, new installation of engineered hardwood floors, a custom fireplace and upgraded the electrical panel. We trusted our home and the project to Cielo Construction. They handled the remodeling job with lots of professionalism and the time that they gave to all the details is unbelievable. We planned this project few months before we started and we had done a big research of the material selections, Simon gave us additional recommendations to the design and materials that surpassed our high expectations for this project. The remodeling project came in on budget and on schedule. From the first day until the last day of the work, we couldn’t be more satisfied with the quality of work, the skills and understanding of all the work on the project and the finished product. We would, without hesitation, recommend Cielo Construction!"
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Custom Home Builders FAQs, answered by experts

Modular homes can be a great investment, especially for those who find the prices of stick-built real estate too high. Modular homes are usually much more affordable because they’re mass-manufactured and then assembled on-site or delivered mostly assembled. If they’re installed properly and by professionals, they can last for between 50 and 100 years, potentially making them an outstanding investment.

Local regulations dictate how big an ADU can be, and there may also be restrictions on the percentage of the main residence’s square footage an ADU can have. In most cases, an ADU must be smaller than the main residence, but check with your local building authority to confirm restrictions on ADU size.

Yes, professionals offer mantel and surround customization for aesthetic appeal.

Yes, you can finance new construction, though the process often requires a different type of loan than one for an existing property. There are several financing options available:

  • Construction-to-Permanent Loan: This is a common option where a single loan covers the building costs and then converts into a traditional mortgage once construction is complete and you move in.

  • Construction Loan (Stand-Alone): This type of loan provides funding only for the duration of the construction project. Once the house is built, you will need to pay the loan in full, typically by securing a separate, standard mortgage.

  • Builder Financing: Some custom homebuilders offer their own financing options, which may only require a down payment to begin the building process.

  • Bridge Loan: This can be a useful short-term loan to fund your new construction while you are in the process of selling your old home.

  • Home Equity Options: If you are building a second home, you might be able to use a home equity line of credit (HELOC) or a cash-out refinance on your current property.

It's also important to be aware that some lenders may have restrictions on financing for DIY house builds, so be sure to verify that you can secure financing before starting your project.

An A-frame home can be cheaper to build than a traditional house, but that is not always a given. Prices can be fairly similar in some cases, depending on the location, design, and necessary site preparation. Costs for an A-frame typically run between $100 to $200 per square foot, which is comparable to the cost of a traditional home. The cost of an A-frame can come in under those numbers if you opt for a prefabricated kit.

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