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Avatar for McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
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Designer - BathroomDesigner - BuildingDesigner - Kitchen+1 more

Serving Goleta, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Our kitchen remodel exceeded our expectations, providing us with a beautiful and highly efficient space for cooking and gathering. We're thrilled with the results, as the new design seamlessly integrates style and functionality."
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by17%of homeowners
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Essential Living Construction LLC
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Designer - KitchenDesigner - Building

Serving Goleta, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Essential Living Construction has become my go-to for any of my home construction projects. Oscar Barajas, the owner, is a delight to do business with as he is very personable and attentive when listening to my project visions. He offers suggestions if you are not sure of which direction to take your project or he will deliver your vision with absolute perfection. He has assembled a fantastic team of craftsmen that obviously take great pride in their work. It's nice to know there is a contractor that will make sure that your project will be done to your satisfaction ."
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+36

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
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J Hanna Engineering, Inc.
5.0(
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Designer - Building

Serving Goleta, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We needed an inspection of our foundation to make sure cracks that we were seeing weren't an issue. John was reliable and his report gave us clear explanations and actionable items."
Custom Residence
Retaining walls
Foundation Design
Mixed Use Building
Response time2 days
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Moderne Kitchens
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Designer - BathroomDesigner - Kitchen

Serving Goleta, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We took our kitchen down to the studs and started from scratch. I absolutely love my kitchen from the design to the finishes. Ken was very helpful with choosing the materials and designing our space."
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Response time2 days
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Residential Design questions, answered by experts

An architect is usually involved in the process of determining the layout and structural features and requirements of the home itself, taking into account the local codes, climate, and materials needed to make the home structurally sound. Architects may communicate more with contractors and subcontractors throughout the building process. In comparison to architects, interior designers typically focus on the aesthetics of a home interior and possibly exterior, helping the homeowner decide on color schemes, textures, and materials to incorporate into the design. 

Yes, professionals can offer design advice and material selections that complement existing architecture.

Yes, open floor plans can be more expensive to build than non-open floor plans. The primary reason is the need for additional structural support to ensure stability, which can increase construction costs. Additionally, open floor plans need powerful HVAC systems to maintain temperature in a wider space. Finally, open floor plans need more flooring to cover a large area. If you are buying a home with an open floor plan, you won’t see dramatic price differences compared to a home with more rooms.

It is usually worth it to hire an interior decorator, especially if you want your home to have cohesiveness and look like it belongs in a catalog. Interior decorators can be quite expensive, but decorating isn’t an ongoing cost, so you can expect to pay once for the service rather than on an ongoing basis. Interior decorating can be especially worthwhile if you’re selling your home, as house staging can make your property feel more welcoming and help buyers envision themselves living in the space.

Yes, most designers tailor plans to fit your budget. Discuss financial constraints during initial consultations.

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