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Avatar for Herman Construction Company
Herman Construction Company
5.0(
22
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Garage - Build

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Karol and his crew are very talented, efficient builders. We hired Karol to build a composite deck to compliment the pool we had installed in the back yard. It turned out beautifully. He is a great communicator and listener, prompt and reliable."
Home Addition
Home Addition
Home Additon
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Home Addition

+25

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Tool Time Home Improvement
4.6(
206
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I signed up on Angies list on 2/18/2017 and had the work done today. Tooltime got back to me on 2/21/2017 and we made arrangements to have the work done today. Mike from Tooltime was here at 9AM on the dot, he put the safety bars in and left the bathroom cleaner then it started. I will call on Tooltime again for more work in my home. If there were more stars to be awarded I would do that. Thank you Ivka"
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+16

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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New Generation Painting & Builders Inc.
4.9(
56
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Garage - Build

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Canâ t say enough good things about these guys. Our Willow Glen home dates back to 1947 and required a lot of prep. They spent over a week, laboriously preparing the siding, going over it in great detail. I have never seen people work so hard at such a painstaking and arduous task. Sarai, and Ivan were great to work with and were very accommodating of the scheduling problems involved with getting other necessary repairs done. Sarai, worked with my wife to get the color just right, and we went through about 10 color samples, and finally ended up with a custom mix. All in all, a fantastic house-painting job!"
TRELLIS STAIN
FRONT DOOR
KITCHEN CABINETS REFINISH
STAIN TO PAINT
EXTERIOR PAINTING  PROJECT

+145

Response time2 hrs
Response rate94%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arroyo Brothers Construction, LLC
5.0(
10
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Garage - Build

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I can't say enough for what Arroyo Bros have done to transform my home. They have done (so far) remodeled a couple of rooms (kitchen and adjoining sunroom) that are absolutely beautiful. Not only that they discovered safety issues with missing support beams and engineered how to support my roof. It was a joy to have them work on my home."
Los Gatos Remodel
Los Gatos remodel and addition
Los Gatos remodel and addition
Los Gatos remodel and addition
Santa Cruz Bathroom

+8

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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S.C. Home Repair
4.8(
40
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"5 Star review . Excellent work , continuing to hire Josh Matus of SC Home Repair and recommending to my neighbors, family and friends. Josh is professional, reliable , trustworthy , kind, and an expert in a wide variety of home repairs . I have been using SC Home Repair for many years with a wide variety of large and small repair jobs and have been very satisfied and happy with the work Josh has done for me,"
Handyman Services Project
Kitchen Floor, cabinets appliances.
Carpentry, handrails and decks.
Widened closet opening and replaced doors. Added trim around windows and new Luxury Vinyl Plank flooring
Remodeling - General Project

+136

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Brother & Brother Builders
4.5(
244
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Garage - BuildFind a Custom Home Builder

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Having faced a leaky roof crisis during heavy rains last year, our decision to reach out to this builder turned out to be one of the best choices we made. I wholeheartedly recommend them for their exceptional service. Faced with the challenge of addressing a complex roofing issue involving both flat and slanted structures, they demonstrated unparalleled expertise. Throughout the process, their meticulous attention to detail stood out. From coordinating with skilled roofers to connecting us with a superb cabinet maker, every step was executed with precision. What truly set them apart was their commitment to effective communication, ensuring minimal disruption to our family's routine during the project. Their dedication to not just resolving the issues but doing so with a focus on quality and customer satisfaction was evident. Even during the insurance proceedings, they navigated the complexities effortlessly, making the entire experience stress-free. This builder is more than a construction service; they are a reliable partner who delivers results with an unwavering commitment to excellence."
modern kitchen remodeling
modern kitchen remodeling
modern kitchen remodeling
modern kitchen remodeling
modern kitchen remodeling

+3333

Response time6 hrs
51 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Sigura Construction Inc
4.4(
58
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Garage - Build

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Working with Sigura Construction was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. As a real estate company, we often need fast, reliable, and high-quality work to prepare homes for sale and Sigura Construction exceeded every expectation. Their team was professional, responsive, and incredibly efficient. Every repair and improvement we requested was completed within hours, with excellent attention to detail and craftsmanship. The quality of the work was outstanding from the finishing touches to the overall presentation, everything looked perfect. What truly stood out was their amazing customer service. Communication was seamless, and they even went above and beyond by completing a few additional touch-ups at no extra cost. Thanks to their hard work, the home was ready on time, looked fantastic, and sold within just six days on the market! We highly recommend Sigura Construction to any homeowner or real estate professional looking for quality, speed, and reliability. They?re a part"
Bathroom Remodel
Guest Bathroom
Upstairs Bathroom 2
Upstairs Bathroom 1
Downstairs Restroom

+107

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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GVR Construction, Inc.
5.0(
19
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Find a Custom Home Builder

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired GVR Construction for a major home remodeling project that included adding square footage to our home, and we truly couldn?t be happier with the experience. The construction was completed on time with no delays ? in fact, it moved faster than we expected. Everything was organized, efficient, and handled with great attention to detail from start to finish. What really sets Gilbert is his character. He is honest, respectful, and extremely professional. He?s easy to work with, communicates clearly, and has a calm, steady temperament that makes the entire process feel smooth and stress-free. You can tell he genuinely cares about doing things the right way. It?s been three years since construction was completed, and he still responds quickly whenever we have a question or need something addressed. His response time is excellent, and he sends his crew out right away to take care of any issues. That kind of long-term accountability is rare and speaks volumes about his commitment."
Home Addition
Home Addition
Home Addition
Home Addition
Home Addition

+62

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by5%of homeowners
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Barndominium Builders questions, answered by experts

While it’s best to have access to large, healthy, strong trees in a safe position, treehouse living is still possible without them. Contractors can fit tree posts to build the structure onto or use posts as additional support alongside the trees themselves. If you’re in doubt about the suitability of the trees on your land, consult with a local treehouse builder before you start the project.

A steel frame costs 10% to 20% more than a wood frame. Wood is a much easier material to work with, more accessible, and generally more affordable than steel—plus, you need specialized tools to work with steel.

Whether you buy a prefabricated shed or build one depends on why you need it and where you stay. For instance, if a simple garden shed is what you’re after, it’ll be less expensive to buy one already built. But if you want a shed with windows, plumbing, and electric work, a custom-built unit might be more suited to your needs.

Technically, most states allow tiny homes, but it depends on the definition of tiny and whether the structure is permanent. Zoning laws regarding home size and construction are significant factors. For instance, a tiny home may be legal as a recreational vehicle in most areas, but you may only install it on a property if it complies with building and zoning codes.

There's no simple answer to which is less costly: wood or metal-framed homes. In most cases, metal building components cost more than wooden ones, while entire metal buildings cost less than wooden versions. However, regardless of the exterior framing or structure, each must meet similar building codes. This means that the costs are about the same, even considering that wood will require more maintenance than metal over time.

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