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Top-Rated Custom home builders in El Monte - Updated Nov 2026

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

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1982

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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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KN Remodeling & Supplies Inc
4.8(
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Serving El Monte, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

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Warranties offered

"The KN Remodeling team did an excellent job at our home completely remodeling 3 bathrooms, painting our entire home and rebuilding a huge planter outside. We trusted them in our home while we are out of town almost the entire time. We hired them back to do additional work in our home that they did quickly and expertly. The team was professional, very friendly, worked quickly, quietly, cleanly, and I would highly recommend them."
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
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RET Construction Corp
5.0(
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Serving El Monte, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

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Emergency services offered

"Kevin was hired to remodel our bathroom, install central air, replace and relocate our furnace, and replace the carpet with wood flooring. We were going to be out of town and although we did not know Kevin, we trusted him and felt comfortable giving him a key to our home so that the work could be done while we were gone. Kevin did not disappoint, and the work was professionally done and we were very satisfied. So much so that additional projects were added. Kevin is very friendly, professional, responsive, and takes pride in his work. His prices are also reasonable for the quality work that he does. We highly recommend Kevin."
Response time4 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.7(
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Serving El Monte, 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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RET Construction Corp
5.0(
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Serving El Monte, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

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"RET construction built a stunning self standing ADU. It looks more like a custom built small home rather than an ADU. The owner, Kevin, is committed to using quality material and he takes pride in a job well done. I highly recommend RET Construction."
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Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
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California Builders & Design, Inc.
4.4(
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Serving El Monte, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

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Emergency services offered

"California builders did an amazing renovation at my corona home, They were excellent in understanding my vision, and my budget needs from start to finish. We did a complete home remodel, flooring, drywall, bathrooms, painting, inside and out. I absolutely love my new home! Thank you, Chris and Shannon and CALIFORNIA BUILDERS’s team! I would highly recommend CALIFORNIA BUILDERS!"
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
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Vaisman Construction Inc
5.0(
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Serving El Monte, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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Credit card accepted

"We are so happy with our home and the team that built it! Gil and his team are outstanding. Their craftsmanship is evident in every part of our home and you can tell they take real pride in what they do. Hugo was always there when we had questions and never made us feel like a burden. He was kind helpful and A pleasure to work with. We would recommend this builder to anyone. Great people and a great experience from start to finish."
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Living and Kitchen

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Embee & Associates, Inc.
3.6(
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Serving El Monte, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

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Customers say: Quick response

"Overall my experience with this company was great! The work that was done was really really good! Our contractor who assisted us was Jose. We added a living space and master bedroom to our home. The additions done look as if they were part of my house this whole time. Honestly it looks way better than I expected. The only reason I rated the company a 4.5 was because there was always some kind of miscommunication between our contractor and his workers. Don t get me wrong, things were always resolved, Jose was great at that. But my recommendation to is to make sure communication is #1. That way the customer is not confused or left wondering what will happen next. There was an issue with his floor guy though, he was rude and unprofessional. BUT the reason I am mentioning this is not to put down the company but let you know that we expressed concern for this issue and it was resolved professionally by Jose and it never became an issue again. The quality of work was top notch! His workers were all pretty cool guys and we always felt comfortable of who was coming into our home to do the work. I highly recommend this company for your next big project😊👍🏼"
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Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Custom Home Builders FAQs, answered by experts

Modular homes are a type of prefab home. Specifically, manufacturers first build modular homes in sections and then deliver them to the job site. The modules, or sections, are usually at least 70% finished before they arrive on your property.

In comparison, prefab homes arrive in panels or segments, and workers assemble them on-site. Generally speaking, modular homes tend to be more durable, and their consistent construction standards may mean you’ll have an easier time getting conventional home loans.

The primary reason homes have crawl spaces is so the foundation can reach down below the frost line to avoid dangerous soil movement and structural damage when the ground freezes. They’re more popular in colder climates where the ground freezes down to a few feet, and slabs are most popular in warmer areas where there is no frost line. Crawl spaces also provide a space for utility lines to run where they’re at less of a risk of freezing.

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, 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.

Green homes are often more expensive to build, averaging around $200 per square foot compared to the $150 per square foot you’d spend to build a standard home. However, green homes can save you money on your utility bills by consuming less energy or creating energy using solar panels or wind turbines on-site. They’re more expensive to build, but they often end up costing less in the long run.

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