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Top-Rated Remodel designers in El Cajon - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Be Home Remodeling, Inc.
Be Home Remodeling, Inc.
4.9(
69
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Kitchen - RemodelGarage - RemodelBasement - Remodel+1 more

Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"My journey began when I met Mario from Be Home Remodeling. I started with just one bathroom remodel, and I was immediately impressed by the professionalism, attention to detail, and high-quality craftsmanship he and his team delivered. The communication throughout the project was clear and consistent, and they made sure every step met my expectations. Since then, I?ve trusted Be Home Remodeling with additional projects and have always been more than satisfied with the results. Highly recommend Mario and his team to anyone looking for reliable and high-quality construction work"
full house remodeling
full house remodeling
full house remodeling
full house remodeling
full house remodeling

+31

Response time1 day
Response rate99%
359 neighbors recently requested a quote
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DM Building Inc
4.9(
57
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Designer - Building

Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Customers say: True professional

"Danny took on our project, which was to build a home on an oddly-shaped, canyon side lot. We hired him as he had experience building on hillsides as well as with working with our architect. Ours was a very difficult project; from Coastal Commission to City approval, as well as with structural engineering. Danny had a plan for how to access and install our caissons into the hillside from day one. Not only that, his crew and sub-contractors showed up everyday, on-time for our year and a 1/2 building period. We communicated nearly every day via text or phone calls; Danny and his supervisor Scott were always VERY responsive. They were also open to alternate ideas in order to cut down construction costs. We've now been in our new home one year, and can honestly say that we are very happy with the craftsmanship and quality of our home. Moreover, the few small issues that we have had (garage door opener; low water pressure), Danny has continued to be responsive and to send his team back out to assist us over this past year. Overall, DM Building is an honest and earnest group of builders who only want the best for your project. I highly recommend DM Building, and would be happy to discuss their work further with anyone who is looking for a custom home builder or looking to embark on a large remodel project. Here are our pix from DM Building's website: [*** Link removed ***] and from our architect's site: [*** Link removed ***] Sincerely, -Susan Spencer [email protected]"
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+9

Response time6 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for I'll Handle IT
I'll Handle IT
4.7(
275
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Bathroom - RemodelBathroom - Remodel - For BusinessGarage - Remodel+2 more

Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Dave is an excellent craftsman. He arrived on time with all the tools, tarps and materials needed for the job. He spent the day building the lattice from scratch using redwood and staining it white. The end product was exactly what we were hoping for. Dave worked in our carport and made a huge mess. He did such a great job cleaning up that we couldn't even tell that he had ever even been there. We would highly recommend Dave to anyone who needs a handyman...he is definitely the one we will always call."
Dave Pfizenmeier, Owner
Response time2 days
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for ROYALTY DESIGN & BUILD
ROYALTY DESIGN & BUILD
5.0(
29
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Bathroom - RemodelKitchen - Remodel

Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Royalty Design and build to remodel our kitchen in our home in Cardiff by the sea. The house, built in the 90s, had outdated kitchen - cabinets, countertops and flooring. Before starting the remodel, we had consultation meetings with one of Royaltys designers, who helped us select materials and created a design that matched our vision. The project was managed by Lavi, who maintained excellent communication with us throughout. he was always professional and readily available to answer any questions we had. Lavi visited the site several times each week to check on progress and ensure everything was going smoothly. We are extremely happy with the results and highly recommend Royalty design and build for your next project."
Kitchen remodel - 92124
Kitchen remodel - 92124
Kitchen remodel - 92124
Kitchen remodel - 92124
Kitchen remodel - 92124

+113

Response time10 hrs
Response rate99%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Repairs & Remodels On Demand
Repairs & Remodels On Demand
4.2(
307
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Bathroom - RemodelBathroom - Remodel - For BusinessGarage - Remodel+2 more

Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1972

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

"We had a number of repair and upgrade projects to do in our house and started searching for a contractor in March. We received bids from three different companies, but none of them followed through with a contract. Finally, in July, we received a recommendation for Remodels and Repairs On Demand and they turned out to be outstanding. Charles provided a detailed bid and was very flexible when we requested a couple of changes, even after the work had started. They stayed on schedule and kept us informed with each step of the process. Charles and his team from Repairs and Remodels On Demand were honest, polite, punctual, very well organized, easy to work with and finished the job on time. We are very pleased with their work and would highly recommend this company to others."
Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Avatar for Sarah Kaplan Design
Sarah Kaplan Design
5.0(
16
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Designer - BuildingDesigner - Kitchen

Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Sarah was great at getting to know what styles I liked and understanding what I really wanted my place to look like. She came back with options to choose from and adjusted just a bit after giving me room to provide my feedback. The designs came out great and people are really impressed when they come to my home. They always ask who designed it, and now you know 🤣 I highly recommend Sarah if you want similar outcomes! I really enjoy coming home everyday now, and it’s very much thanks to Sarah’s interior designs! She also helped coordinate some of the purchasing, which was super helpful, and is generally well organized. She used to work for a firm that charges much more, so you’re getting all that experience without having to pay for quite so much overhead."
Kitchen remodel
Dining room remodel with custom built-ins and banquet seating
Guest bathroom remodel
Primary bathroom
Kitchen remodel

+62

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by25%of homeowners
Avatar for Leslie Andersen Consulting
Leslie Andersen Consulting
5.0(
11
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Designer - Building

Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Leslie did a great job with helping us complete room addition compliance with city of San Diego. She was able to advocate for us with deflecting conditions that were not applicable to our project. She exhibited professionalism throughout the project, helping us in our favor all the way through completion. Highly recommended. Very thorough and knowledgeable with city codes, and knowing who to outreach at the city. There are multiple staffers at the city DSD that did not appear to be on the same page with what needed to be done with our project and Leslie was very capable in facilitating their mutual understanding."
Architects & Building Design Project
Architects & Building Design Project
Architects & Building Design Project
Architects & Building Design Project
Architects & Building Design Project

+6

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by72%of homeowners
Avatar for Sonny Builders
Sonny Builders
4.2(
21
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Bathroom - RemodelKitchen - RemodelBathroom - Remodel - For Business+2 more

Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Hilario was clear and explained the steps for the job and contract. Antonio coordinated team and told me who would be coming and when. Adrian did a good job in such a small area. He is an excellent tile cutter and painter. Very careful to protect existing tile. Jose was the very efficient electrician for rewiring and putting up vanity lights. Very easy to work with this great team."
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+45

Response time1 day
53 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Remodel Design FAQs, answered by experts

You don’t have to commit to a complete home renovation to age in place comfortably—those can get pricey. Instead, focus on a few impactful changes. Consider adding a stair lift or installing ramps to eliminate barriers. Upgrading to non-slip flooring can prevent falls while adding brighter lighting can improve visibility throughout your home. These thoughtful updates can make your home much easier to navigate and enhance your comfort and safety without the stress and cost of a complete overhaul.

Most Greek Revival architecture homes are one and a half to two stories, depending on the footprint, which sets them apart from some Federal architecture homes that are three stories. The gabled roof on the second floor can sometimes cut into the living space, especially on smaller homes of this style, which leaves a much smaller living area upstairs.

Above all, the downside to building a new house is a longer timeline. You need several months to finish the build, depending on the supply chain and labor availability in the meantime. Building a home compared to buying one is also more expensive, both in the building process and when it comes to mortgage rates and property taxes.

A designer is a great choice for remodeling projects that don’t require significant structural work. For remodeling that includes structural work like removing load-bearing walls, altering exterior walls, or adding on a room, an architect can design and execute the renovations while ensuring your home remains structurally sound.

The process involves initial consultation, concept development, detailed planning, regulatory approvals, and integration of contractor work for project execution.

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