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Deleon E Hijo Construction
5.0(
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Serving Lagunitas-Forest Knolls, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Absolutely a beautiful job of New flooring, major painting, Electrical. & misc repairs. Father & son can do everything A home or property requires. They have cared for my large Property for years with the Utmost care, skill & consideration. They really do Treat their clients as family. I give them the highest rating In all they do. Very hard working And trustworthy in every way. Also extremely kind & generous In their overall approach to Working with you. I’m so Grateful they have done such Excellent work for me. Don’t Hesitate to contact them for Your next project ….you will Be very happy you did !’ They are totally trust worthy., And have treated me as family. And have truly been available When I needed them in any Emergency breakdown. They are an amazing team & I’ve been so hateful"
Apartment Remodel
Apartment Remodel
Apartment Remodel
Apartment Remodel
Apartment Remodel

+6

Response time7 hrs
Response rate85%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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String Theory Construction
5.0(
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Serving Lagunitas-Forest Knolls, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dana was the foreman on a major remodeling project on our property. We added a guest cottage which involved excavating over 100 ft.³ of hillside, foundation, as well as construction. He also remodeled the main house extensively from a concrete pour to new roof, electrical flooring, fine carpentry and everything in between. Throughout the 2- year project, Dana was attentive to detail, honest, mindful of the budget and schedule, and collaborative on creating solutions. He is such a kind hearted person, and was a pleasure to have around the home. I canâ t say enough good things about String Theory Construction!"
Tiled deck
Tiled deck
Tiled deck
Night-view of the finished product
Below deck composite soffit boards

+13

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sentri Homes
2.4(
27
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Serving Lagunitas-Forest Knolls, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very impressed with Sentri Homes - their customer service was excellent. They sent a subcontractor to install some vinyl laminate in my bathroom and he ended up getting glue all over the carpet in our bedroom. The sub ended up ghosting both me and Sentri, leaving me stuck with a ruined carpet. Sentri stuck with me for over a month to get the carpet replaced with the identical original and to get the vinyl job 100% completed. The carpet was a Home Depot exclusive and Sentri handled everything with them. I will be using Sentri for a much bigger renovation I have coming up soon, because I know that they will make sure everything gets done right no matter what problems come up. The vinyl looks great too."
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Ascended Constructions
New to Angi

Serving Lagunitas-Forest Knolls, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Offers commercial services

We’re a family owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and stands behind our work. We offer over 40 years of industry experience. We specialize in Asphalt Shingle Roofing installation, replacement, and repairs. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

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RSF Construction Inc.
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Serving Lagunitas-Forest Knolls, 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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Home Building questions, answered by experts

Most cottages are around 1,000 square feet, making them smaller than most other styles. However, cottages are defined more by their decor and architectural focus on simplicity, functionality, and a connection to nature than they are by a rigid square footage or floor plan. While cottages are defined more by their charm and appearance than size, the smaller footprint does help maximize the comfort and charm, and it keeps the focus on connection to nature and family.

The average cost to build a modular home is around $270,000, and most modular homes total between $180,000 and $360,000. Of course, this price varies significantly by location, and the price tends to follow the cost of living in the area. There are quite a few other factors at play that can affect your pricing, including the following:

  • Number of bedrooms and bathrooms

  • Site preparation, including land clearing and leveling

  • Type of foundation

  • Utility connections

  • Cost of building permits

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.

Modular homes last an average of between 50 and 75 years, and high-quality modular homes can last for 100 years with proper maintenance. For comparison, a standard home lasts 50 to 100 years and can push to 150 or longer with good maintenance. Modular homes provide better long-term value in that they are significantly more affordable and can last almost as long, but some buyers are wary of modular home longevity, so the actual value if you sell could be lower.

Whether a prefab home is worth it or not will depend on your personal needs and preferences. Overall, prefab homes tend to cost less than traditional homes, although they also tend to have lower resale values. Another thing to consider is that prefab homes usually last 50 to 60 years or longer, while traditional homes last 50 to 100 years or more.

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