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Pristine Construction Inc
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Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

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"Pristine Construction just completed a kitchen remodel for us this December. The project was finished on time even though additional projects were added along the way. Everybody from Pristine Construction did their job in the most professional and honest way possible. Through Angie’s List reviews, I came to know their reputation. And these reviews helped me to contact Pristine. The reviews were written in a way that I saw and experienced personally the good things about Pristine Construction. My wife and I were impressed from the start. Nathan and Mike listened to our needs and tried their very best to fulfill them. In my opinion, the crews and staff are the best in their field of expertise. Throughout the project, not only our 1950s-built house had kitchen upgrade, but also had other upgrades done. These other upgrades were done without sacrificing the timeline of the project. My family are all thrilled with the result of the project. I am proud and right in choosing Pristine Construction. I will choose them again on my next home improvement projects."
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Response time7 hrs
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So Cal Builders & Design Inc
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Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1982

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"I am beyond impressed with the service from So Cal Builders & Design Inc. They listened to my needs, offered creative design solutions, and executed the project flawlessly. Their team is skilled, respectful, and truly cares about customer satisfaction."
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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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
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Serving Malibu, 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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West Side Builder
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Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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"Had a great experience with them. High quality work and very reliable. Project was completed as scheduled and very happy with the outcome. Will definitely use them again when we do our addition to our home. The crew was also great and always kept job site clean which was greatly appreciated with young children in our home."
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Response time8 hrs
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Aloni Construction LLC
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Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

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Customers say: Quick response

"I've used this company for different renovations, backyard, kitchen and bathrooms. They're always on time and professional. The owner is very accessible. I will used them in the future if I do more remodeling in my home."
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California Builders & Design, Inc.
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Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

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"Chris listened to what I was wanting to do in my kitchen and we discussed price and time frame. Chris was able to give me the kitchen I wanted within my budget and within the time frame he proposed. I am very happy with the results."
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Oshri Construction
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Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1986

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"They did an excellent job. The quality is outstanding. They pay attention to every little detail. They were very friendly, and accommodating to our wishes. They were very punctual, hard working, and cleaned up after each day. The kept the dust down to a minimum to the rest of the house. I can highly recommend Oshri Construction for anyone's next project."
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Response time6 hrs
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Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Northgate Development
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Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

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"I was lucky to be introduced to Omar, and I’m so glad I was. He has come out to my home on two separate occasions to handle repairs. Both times, he responded promptly and was able to arrive within just a few hours of my request. Omar is extremely knowledgeable and skilled in his area of expertise. From our conversations, it’s clear that he’s also expanding into other types of projects, which I have no doubt he’ll be great at as well. He’s honest, straightforward, and never tries to oversell you on anything you don’t need. He’s the kind of stand-up guy you can trust to do the job right. I wouldn’t hesitate to hire him again, and I highly recommend Omar to anyone looking for someone reliable, knowledgeable, and trustworthy."
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LA Family Builders, Inc.
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"We recently hired LA Family Builders garage conversion project and I couldnâ t be happier with the results. Their professionalism and quality of work was exceptional. The team was always on time and maintained clear communication throughout the project. They kept me informed every step of the way. Overall, I am extremely happy with our new 1 bdrm 1 bth addition. I would recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable and skilled construction company. Ori was our project manager."
Response time7 hrs
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Custom Home Builders 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.

It usually takes around four to six months to build and install a modular home, although your timeline could go up to around eight months if there are delays in the manufacturing or permitting process. Heavy site preparation and foundation pouring can extend that timeline if you need them, as can customizations you want for your modular home. Your modular home company should be able to provide an estimate for the construction timeline before you sign any contracts or agree to any work.

Whether it’s more affordable to gut a house than build a new one depends on the markets where you'd be buying and selling. However, it’s usually less expensive to renovate a home than to build new construction. 

Most homeowners pay between $100,000 and $200,000 for demolition and remodeling costs, whereas the average cost to build a new home is between $139,000 and $531,300.

The average build timeline for a home is between six and 12 months, with timelines pushing toward the upper end of that range if you’re creating a custom design or need a lot of land preparation before getting started. Hiring a general contractor or a custom homebuilder will help speed up the process, as you’ll see fewer delays between different parts of the build process getting done.

Yes, you can finance new construction, though the process often requires a different type of loan than one for an existing property. There are several financing options available:

  • Construction-to-Permanent Loan: This is a common option where a single loan covers the building costs and then converts into a traditional mortgage once construction is complete and you move in.

  • Construction Loan (Stand-Alone): This type of loan provides funding only for the duration of the construction project. Once the house is built, you will need to pay the loan in full, typically by securing a separate, standard mortgage.

  • Builder Financing: Some custom homebuilders offer their own financing options, which may only require a down payment to begin the building process.

  • Bridge Loan: This can be a useful short-term loan to fund your new construction while you are in the process of selling your old home.

  • Home Equity Options: If you are building a second home, you might be able to use a home equity line of credit (HELOC) or a cash-out refinance on your current property.

It's also important to be aware that some lenders may have restrictions on financing for DIY house builds, so be sure to verify that you can secure financing before starting your project.

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