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Mindful, Inc. DBA Perennial Builders
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Serving Merced, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"spoke to the owner of Brandi homes, I had a lot of questions, he was able and willing to answer all. He seems very professional and willing to help in any way he could. We did not continue with our thought of building a home at this time, however if and when we do we will diffenately be in touch with Brandi Homes again."
Response time20 mins
Response rate90%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Maden Home Building, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Merced, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Mike, Anna, and Johnny make a great team who I have enjoyed working with while making our custom home project come to life. Building a home is a stressful time, and there were a lot of curveballs thrown on our project through COVID, new PG&E rules and government regulations, and a law firm that took WAY longer than needed to draw up a utility easement with our neighbor. Every construction project is unique and will have its own issues pop up. Itâ s how the problems are handled that matters. MHB was honest and professional throughout the process, and you can tell they care about the ownerâ s satisfaction with the end product."
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Response time9 hrs
Response rate90%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Johnson & Sons
5.0(
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Serving Merced, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1963

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Johnson & Sons Construction Services is a contracting firm, specializing in New Home Residential Construction, New Homes, Remodel, Additions, Repairs, Restoration Services. We pride ourselves on giving our customers the best products and service in the industry. There is no greater tool in your address book than the number of the 'go-to' contractor. We offer our customers the peace of mind of; always knowing the work will be done on time and correctly by skilled dependable craftsman.\nMake Johnsons & Sons, your one stop shop for all your home improvement needs. We are professional efficient, and always get the job done right the first time we make it our mission listen to our customers order to ensure 100% satisfaction. Thank you

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+3

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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SAHNER CONSTRUCTION
New to Angi

Serving Merced, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

A+ BBB Rated Sahner Construction has been in business for 10 years. We have provided remodels, additions and full builds throughout the central Valley. With over 20 years of experience in the home building industry, we know what is important to our customers and we deliver on our commitments. Your project will be handled with top in class quality, on schedule and within budget.

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Full home remodel.

+6

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Ascended Constructions
New to Angi

Serving Merced, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

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!

Ascended Constructions
New to Angi

Serving Merced, 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!

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Preferred Construction Group Inc
4.9(
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Serving Merced, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Israel and his team were excellent. Israel is very responsive and his team was skilled and worked quick. We had a washer leak that caused damage to our laminate flooring. We decided to remove all the laminate flooring and tile, about 1000 sq ft, and replace with vinyl it was demoed in two days and the new vinyl and base boards done in another three. We had several change requests throughout the project and Israel and his guys adjusted quickly to what we needed. The workmanship is very good, his availability and communication is better than most contractors I've worked with and all within a reasonable price. Would certainly recommend to anyone looking for home renovation work."
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Clear Horizon Home Solutions, Inc.
4.3(
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Serving Merced, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Team was fabulous to work with, hands down. My vision was to add more living space without adding square footage. Expert Home Builders made it happen. Walls were moved, doors rearranged, pocket door installed, custom shelving, new kitchen with extra seating, and new bathrooms came to life. I felt I was part of the Expert team. My vision and their high standards created my perfect place."
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Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Custom Home Builders questions, answered by experts

One starting point to find a local home builder is to collect suggestions from friends and neighbors. However, it’s still wise to do some more research before you hire a builder. Read reviews to supplement any word-of-mouth recommendations. Check sources like Angi that have standards and criteria in place to screen the pros it lists can also help you find more reputable local home builders.

It’s typically more cost-effective to move a building along with its accessories than to demolish and rebuild it from scratch. However, that’s only if you can move the accessories without damaging them. However, if you plan to demolish the accessories anyway, it is advisable to do so before the move to save costs.

On average, the cost of a home builder is about $150 per square foot, but that price can range from around $100 to $400 per square foot or more. That puts the typical price range of a standard, 2,000-square-foot house between $200,000 and $800,000. Some factors that affect the price of hiring a home builder include the following:

  • Location of your home and the living cost in the area

  • Type of foundation and framing you choose

  • Quality of the building materials

  • Footprint and layout of the house

  • Number of stories

  • Builder’s experience

One of the best ways to negotiate with a homebuilder is to forgo price reductions. Instead, negotiate over upgrades and incentives, as many builders are more willing to go down that road than to decrease their own fee. Even if they were willing to take a cut, a reputable homebuilder often knows their worth, so a willingness to negotiate could be a red flag. Beyond that, builders are typically willing to negotiate closing costs instead of offering a discount on the base price.

How long it takes to build a log cabin depends on a variety of factors, including its size and design, and whether or not you have to clear the land. Construction can take a few weeks for a prefab log cabin on an established site, but up to eight or nine months for a custom cabin on undeveloped land. In comparison, the timeline to build a house is typically four to 12 months.

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