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Avatar for McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.6(
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Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

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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 by18%of homeowners
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Nucave Construction Inc.
4.7(
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Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

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Credit card accepted

"I cant say enough about Nucave construction. Ryan and his whole team were very professional. I remodeled my kitchen and was looking for some custom pieces. Ryan knew what I envisioned for my kitchen and really brought it to life. I was also very pleased on how quick they were able to get the work done. I had some last minute adjustments to my design. Ryan was on top of it and was able to bring someone in to get it done asap. I will be hiring them again for more work."
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Point Loma ADU

+21

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Dina2Decor
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Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"â "We couldnâ t be more thrilled with our new home decoration changes made by Dina! The new concepts and ideas she applied are impeccable and a beautiful addition to our entire home. Dina was friendly and professional from start to finish and the new decoration was beautiful, practical and matched perfectly our life style. Weâ re looking forward to recommending Dina to our neighbors and friends. Thanks again, Dina!""
Response time1 day
Response rate96%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Merribuild
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Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1991

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Warranties offered

"Working with Reliable Renovations was hassle free. From designing the new space, to final inspection, RR met all of our deadlines, created our dream space, all at a reasonable price. We'll definitely be hiring RR again for our future projects!"
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Clean & White
Hall bath with Vessel Sink
Kitchen Remodels!

+120

Response time2 days
Response rate89%
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Golden Shore Design and Build, Inc.
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Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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"I had an Amazon experience We decided to hire them because of the personal customer service and communication skills The team was super professional and we love the results MIT took about 2.5 months for all bathrooms/flooring/kitchen I highly recommend them ! Thanks you Alex and Petra"
Tub to tub (no change of layout)
custom vanity
12x24 tile with texture
design back splash
Two bathrooms remodel

+62

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Marrokal Design & Remodeling, LLC
4.3(
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Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1981

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Customers say: Quick response

"Marrokal did a whole house remodel for me. I am very pleased with the design and teamwork. I recently had a plumbing leak due to a stray stucco staple. It was fixed right away and the stucco repaired so nicely you would never know anything happened."
2016
2015 Craftsmen
2015 La Jolla Condo
Coffered Ceiling
Shades of Grey

+26

Response time11 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sentri Homes
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Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Emergency services offered

"Sentri Homes provided the most professional flooring service I’ve ever had. The LVP installation turned out absolutely beautiful, and I was amazed at how quickly everything was completed without sacrificing quality. The crew was fast, accurate, and extremely detail-oriented from start to finish. Everything was installed cleanly, precisely, and with real craftsmanship. The entire process was smooth, efficient, and far beyond what I expected. I would absolutely recommend Sentri Homes to anyone needing flooring installed."
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O'Krey Construction, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

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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
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Passion Builders Inc.
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Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Offers commercial services

Passion Builders is veteran owned and San Diego based premier General Contractor. We are focused on residential and commercial projects with our services including: exterior landscapes, hardscapes, home additions, accessory dwelling units (ADUs), and custom home builds. Our crew and extensive network of architects, engineers, and specialty contractors is what allows us to execute, but our commitment to quality craftsmanship and customer service is what sets us apart.

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2nd Story Deck
Spanish Deck
Gazebo for Hot Tub

+15

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Custom Home Builders questions, answered by experts

Ranch and colonial-style homes are often the most affordable to build. They have a common layout with available designs that are easy to adjust in simple ways without having to spend too much on a structural engineer or architect. Both types of homes' symmetry, simple roofs, and often one or two-story plans mean they often fall in the $150 to $200 square-foot range, putting them right around average.

There are energy-efficient options when building a cottage. Select green building materials, high-performance insulation, and energy-efficient windows when designing your cottage. Options such as solar panels, efficient HVAC systems, and LED lighting can lower your utility bills and reduce your environmental impact. Many builders offer energy-efficient upgrades as part of the design process.

Handypeople usually don’t hold trade licenses, so they typically aren’t qualified to tackle projects involving installing or making alterations to plumbing or electrical lines. Below are some jobs that a handyperson usually won’t be able to complete:

  • Installing plumbing for a new kitchen or bathroom

  • Replacing plumbing pipes

  • Installing or repairing septic systems

  • Running new electrical wiring

  • Installing a subpanel

It is a good idea to check in with your local city and state regulations before committing to building a shipping container home no matter where you live. This concept is pretty new across the country, and many places won’t let you build one.

The International Code Council (ICC) offers guidelines for home builders on the safe use of ISO intermodal shipping containers repurposed as building components, which can be helpful to review when planning or designing a shipping container home.

Building a new home can be more expensive than buying an existing one, depending on the housing market in your area. Many homeowners still find that building a new house is worth the investment as they can choose the exact layout they want, as well as to choose their own floors, wall coverings, appliances, and finishes. If you live close enough to the build site, you can also stop by to check on the builder’s progress, which can provide some peace of mind that the project is worth it.

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