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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.7(
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Serving Descanso, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

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Customers say: True professional

"We hired McCormick Home Builders to remodel our living room, and we are beyond pleased with the result. The team was professional, worked efficiently, and Aris design ideas made a huge difference. The room feels so much brighter and more spacious. This was the best decision we made for our home, and we were already planning our next remodel with them."
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by17%of homeowners
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O'Krey Construction, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Descanso, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1982

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Customers say: Quick response

At O'Krey Construction, we have built our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project.

Response time5 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
RSF Construction Inc.
1.0(
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Serving Descanso, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

RSF Construction Inc. is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

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Landmark Energy Upgrades
4.8(
59
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Serving Descanso, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I interviewed six solar companies and got bids from three. Charlie of Landmark construction & energy crew stood out much more above the other companies that I spoke and met with. He is responsive, always returned my calls quickly and he does what he says he is going to do. Charlie came over to my house and met with me before installation, during the installation and after. In addition he worked with his crew at the beginning of installation to make sure everything was perfect with a tricky area of my roofline. Above all of what I wrote above, Charlie and the office staff are very organized people. Charlie was able to provide me with a lot of information about rebates, taxes etc… and Every bit of information I could want related to monitoring my system, working with Landmark construction & energy crew, maximizing the cost benefits, and getting my tax rebate, are all gathered and clearly labelled in a binder. Charlie knew how to explain everything about solar and I could see during our meetings how much patient he have. Charlie didn't have to push anything in order to sell his work to me because his product was the one I wanted, it made sense, and the price was better than others. I can't think of a contractor and I've worked with quite a few once in the past and for this project, I met with several ones as well and Landmark construction & energy crew is more reliable, efficient, and customer-oriented. Thank you, Charlie!"
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Modern Home Remodeling
5.0(
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Serving Descanso, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Deciding to go with Modern Home Remodeling for our home's extension was the right call. Their team combined professionalism with efficiency and really listened to what we wanted, resulting in a fantastic extension. Their workmanship is unparalleled, and their customer service is top tier. We'd definitely use them again."
Bathroom remodel
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Clear Horizon Home Solutions, Inc.
4.3(
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Serving Descanso, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Team was fabulous to work with, hands down. My vision was to add more living space without adding square footage. Expert Home Builders made it happen. Walls were moved, doors rearranged, pocket door installed, custom shelving, new kitchen with extra seating, and new bathrooms came to life. I felt I was part of the Expert team. My vision and their high standards created my perfect place."
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Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Just Do It Builders Inc
4.4(
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Serving Descanso, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We purchased the Big Deal to have the Bathroom design.  They came and did the design as expected.  The person they sent out did not sit well with us, and we will not have them back.  We have spoken directly with the provider about the issue.  Additionally, their estimate to do the work was significantly higher than others.  
The 3-D design and ideas they gave us were nice.  I would not use the provider for anything else


Update....the provider has called to try to make this situation right. I appreciate their desire to follow up on negative customer service. We'll see if they follow through with their promises

Update...I was hopefully that the provider would follow through with their promises to make this right, but alas we have not heard back from them. It was as I feared, all talk to get us to change a negative review on this site. Stay away!"
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Recommended by70%of homeowners
Palm Construction, Inc.
4.6(
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Serving Descanso, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

"I highly recommend Palm Construction for any home remodel job. We had them remodel our kitchen (including adding an island and moving the sink and dishwasher over to it), installing a new heater and air-conditioning, re-wire whole house, remodel bathroom and new flooring and paint throughout our 40+ year old home. Working with Ken and Jacob was super easy and they were very responsive to all of our questions and concerns along the way. The crews that showed up each day always came on time and did a fabulous job and cleaned everything up each evening. Despite living in the house during this massive remodel (with a toddler!) overall it was pretty painless. We had gotten seven estimates and while their price fell in the middle, we feel that they were well worth it and more! Our house feels like a brand new home and is so more livable!"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Custom Home Builders FAQs, answered by experts

It pays to hire a project manager or general contractor when you have a large-scale project that will take over a week to complete, especially when it involves structural changes and multiple subcontractors. This includes hiring a general contractor to build a house, add an extension, or manage other projects that need a building permit.

Yes, you can finance cottage construction through several options. Construction loans provide funds in stages as work progresses, while home equity loans or lines of credit are available if you have existing property. Some lenders offer a combined construction and permanent mortgage. Always review loan terms and payment milestones before committing.

Remodeling a house is often less expensive than building a new house. You can expect to pay an average of $100 per square foot when you are remodeling. The cost to build a house averages about $150 per square foot. When remodeling, though, some rooms cost more than $100 per square foot and some cost less. Use a home renovation cost estimator to accurately estimate your remodeling costs.

Yes, a home builder or contractor should have the proper licensing and insurance. Licensing requirements vary by state and municipality, but most states mandate that a builder holds at least a general contractor’s license. For specialized work such as plumbing, electrical, roofing, or sewage systems, individual licenses may be required, in which case the builder may subcontract the work. You can use Angi’s state licensing tool to review your local guidelines and confirm a builder's credentials. As you browse professionals, you can also look for the “Angi Certified” badge. This indicates the business meets our certification standards, which include passing a criminal background check, holding applicable state and local licenses, and maintaining an average rating of 3.0 or better.

Start by researching local contractors with experience in cottage construction. Ask for references, check licensing and insurance, and review completed projects. Compare multiple bids, making sure each includes the same scope of work. A good contractor will communicate clearly, provide a detailed contract, and ensure all work meets code and safety standards.

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