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So Cal Builders & Design Inc

4.72(
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So Cal Builders & Design Inc

4.72(
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Customers say: True professional
44 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

So Cal Builders & Design have been helping the homes throughout California look perfect one nail and brick at a time! With the best prices and highest standard of service, we can deliver the kitchen or bathroom of your dreams on time and on budget! Our staff of trained technicians will build your addition or remodel to your specifications; using only the finest quality materials and the most up-to-date building procedures. We also have in house masonry service as well as perform a number of other services such as plumbing, lighting, painting, patios, and much more. Because we do it all ourselves, we eliminate miscommunication, stress and down time. We don’t use outside contractors or fancy gimmicks to get our customers. We combine new and modern building practices with tried and true hard work to deliver a work of art every time and that is why our customers make us #1. Request Your Free Estimate Voice Star: (888) 284-9122.

"So Cal Builders & Design provides professional general remodeling services that transform everyday spaces into functional, modern environments. From interior upgrades to full home improvements, the team focuses on quality workmanship and thoughtful planning. Each project is handled with attention to detail, clear communication, and respect for the client’s vision, resulting in remodeled spaces that enhance comfort, style, and long-term value."

Thornas M on January 2026

So Cal Builders & Design have been helping the homes throughout California look perfect one nail and brick at a time! With the best prices and highest standard of service, we can deliver the kitchen or bathroom of your dreams on time and on budget! Our staff of trained technicians will build your addition or remodel to your specifications; using only the finest quality materials and the most up-to-date building procedures. We also have in house masonry service as well as perform a number of other services such as plumbing, lighting, painting, patios, and much more. Because we do it all ourselves, we eliminate miscommunication, stress and down time. We don’t use outside contractors or fancy gimmicks to get our customers. We combine new and modern building practices with tried and true hard work to deliver a work of art every time and that is why our customers make us #1. Request Your Free Estimate Voice Star: (888) 284-9122.

"So Cal Builders & Design provides professional general remodeling services that transform everyday spaces into functional, modern environments. From interior upgrades to full home improvements, the team focuses on quality workmanship and thoughtful planning. Each project is handled with attention to detail, clear communication, and respect for the client’s vision, resulting in remodeled spaces that enhance comfort, style, and long-term value."

Thornas M on January 2026


"He showed up to assess the job. We agreed on a price. He told me he was busy for a month so I waited. The day before the job he messaged me to send him more than half up front or he wasn?t coming. He never mentioned advanced payment. I said I wasn?t comfortable but would certainly pay him as agreed for the job. He told me he wasn?t coming if I didn?t send him money first. For a handyman? Leave me waiting for a month then demand payment up front before doing one minute of work? Totally unprofessional!!! Time waster!"

John J on November 2025

2 employees. Occasionally uses subs for hardwood floors. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. No service charges. No extra charge for after hours service.

"He showed up to assess the job. We agreed on a price. He told me he was busy for a month so I waited. The day before the job he messaged me to send him more than half up front or he wasn?t coming. He never mentioned advanced payment. I said I wasn?t comfortable but would certainly pay him as agreed for the job. He told me he wasn?t coming if I didn?t send him money first. For a handyman? Leave me waiting for a month then demand payment up front before doing one minute of work? Totally unprofessional!!! Time waster!"

John J on November 2025


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Legacy Builders & Design, Inc.

4.76(
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Legacy Builders & Design, Inc.

4.76(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

Our Promise to You: Our team will create your dream space in a timely, honest, and cost effective way. Our projects to show the pride we take in our company- this is what sets us apart. In addition to bathroom and kitchen remodels, we specialize in: 1.) Additions and ADU's: Add that much needed square footage to your home, building a better functioning design for you family. Additions and Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) can be a great investment to create equity and get more bang for your buck. Let us help you navigate the process. 2.) Whole Home Remodels: Create a space you love to retreat to. Don’t love your kitchen? Need extra storage? Want to invest in a “Fixer Upper”? We are here to help. 3.) Custom Builds: When you are ready to build your dream home, we are ready to be there every step of the way. Take the stress and pressure off of ground up builds and let us turn it into an exciting and fun process. We welcome you to become part of our Legacy family!

"Jon Whitner stole over $300,000 from us, left our house destroyed, and sent us a text saying he would not be coming back? After talking to a lawyer, they said it would be years of legal battle and wed pay the lawyer more than wed make back. "

Brandon L on January 2025

Our Promise to You: Our team will create your dream space in a timely, honest, and cost effective way. Our projects to show the pride we take in our company- this is what sets us apart. In addition to bathroom and kitchen remodels, we specialize in: 1.) Additions and ADU's: Add that much needed square footage to your home, building a better functioning design for you family. Additions and Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) can be a great investment to create equity and get more bang for your buck. Let us help you navigate the process. 2.) Whole Home Remodels: Create a space you love to retreat to. Don’t love your kitchen? Need extra storage? Want to invest in a “Fixer Upper”? We are here to help. 3.) Custom Builds: When you are ready to build your dream home, we are ready to be there every step of the way. Take the stress and pressure off of ground up builds and let us turn it into an exciting and fun process. We welcome you to become part of our Legacy family!

"Jon Whitner stole over $300,000 from us, left our house destroyed, and sent us a text saying he would not be coming back? After talking to a lawyer, they said it would be years of legal battle and wed pay the lawyer more than wed make back. "

Brandon L on January 2025


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Prosper Construction Development, Inc.

4.88(
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Prosper Construction Development, Inc.

4.88(
38
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
13 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Fast response and clear communication throughout the process."

Marco T on April 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Fast response and clear communication throughout the process."

Marco T on April 2025


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System Pavers

4.70(
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System Pavers

4.70(
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Customers say: Quality work
34 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

System Pavers is the nation's leading outdoor remodeling company, thanks to award-winning customer service and more than 30 years of experience behind every install. With every project backed by industry-leading warranties, over 90,000 homeowners have trusted System Pavers to create beautiful, easy-to-maintain outdoor spaces where family and friends can connect for generations. System Pavers? visionary designers and expert installation teams specialize in hardscapes, patios, driveways, turf, outdoor kitchens, BBQ islands, water features, fire features, decking, and more. Learn more at systempavers.com.

"Very professional. Created the patio exactly how I wanted it to look. Easy to work with."

karen e on June 2023

System Pavers is the nation's leading outdoor remodeling company, thanks to award-winning customer service and more than 30 years of experience behind every install. With every project backed by industry-leading warranties, over 90,000 homeowners have trusted System Pavers to create beautiful, easy-to-maintain outdoor spaces where family and friends can connect for generations. System Pavers? visionary designers and expert installation teams specialize in hardscapes, patios, driveways, turf, outdoor kitchens, BBQ islands, water features, fire features, decking, and more. Learn more at systempavers.com.

"Very professional. Created the patio exactly how I wanted it to look. Easy to work with."

karen e on June 2023


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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.

4.31(
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.

4.31(
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Customers say: True professional
9 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

MCCORMICK HOME BUILDERS INC We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home or business as if it were our own. We are experts in all aspects of roofing projects and our services are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in both installations and replacements. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Leo was very helpful and quick to respond. We’re happy with how our 2 bathrooms turned out. Project was completed within the time promised. Our only complaint is that the workers did not clean up very well. But overall, we’re satisfied and we’ll use them again. "

Yolanda F on October 2025

MCCORMICK HOME BUILDERS INC We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home or business as if it were our own. We are experts in all aspects of roofing projects and our services are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in both installations and replacements. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Leo was very helpful and quick to respond. We’re happy with how our 2 bathrooms turned out. Project was completed within the time promised. Our only complaint is that the workers did not clean up very well. But overall, we’re satisfied and we’ll use them again. "

Yolanda F on October 2025


"Great job, very tidy and respectful. Love our new shower."

Tammy H on October 2023

Associated Construction is a family owned and operated, third generation construction company. We do all general construction and use sub-contractors as necessary. Please visit our website www.associatedsb.com

"Great job, very tidy and respectful. Love our new shower."

Tammy H on October 2023


Northstar Custom Carpentry

4.94(
10
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Northstar Custom Carpentry

4.94(
10
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 years of experience

Welcome to Northstar Custom Carpentry! Northstar Carpentry is dedicated to the craft of building and takes great pride in quality workmanship and delivering the highest level of customer service. We serve clients with homes of all sizes, meeting their needs for a wide array of building projects such as fine and rough interior/exterior carpentry, historic/architectural restoration, specialty doors and trim work as well as unique one-off projects and estate maintenance. We work closely with our clients, architects and specialized trades people from the pre-design phase of a project through completion of construction to help ensure the entire team is focused on a successful end result. Small or large, your project will be built to the highest standards for quality craftsmanship and attention to detail. A passion for what we do and a loyalty towards our clients are the foundations of our success. Please call today for a free consult!

"It is a great experience to have someone who knows what they are doing, does excellent work and gets the job done right the first time!"

Al K on July 2023

Welcome to Northstar Custom Carpentry! Northstar Carpentry is dedicated to the craft of building and takes great pride in quality workmanship and delivering the highest level of customer service. We serve clients with homes of all sizes, meeting their needs for a wide array of building projects such as fine and rough interior/exterior carpentry, historic/architectural restoration, specialty doors and trim work as well as unique one-off projects and estate maintenance. We work closely with our clients, architects and specialized trades people from the pre-design phase of a project through completion of construction to help ensure the entire team is focused on a successful end result. Small or large, your project will be built to the highest standards for quality craftsmanship and attention to detail. A passion for what we do and a loyalty towards our clients are the foundations of our success. Please call today for a free consult!

"It is a great experience to have someone who knows what they are doing, does excellent work and gets the job done right the first time!"

Al K on July 2023


"Very respectful, pleased on how clean the team worked and how they kept us updated on job progress. Definitely will hire again for future projects."

Emilia A on April 2023

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Very respectful, pleased on how clean the team worked and how they kept us updated on job progress. Definitely will hire again for future projects."

Emilia A on April 2023


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Basnett Construction

5.00(
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Basnett Construction

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With several years experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

"He did a great job. His billing was transparent."

Daniel A on August 2025

With several years experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

"He did a great job. His billing was transparent."

Daniel A on August 2025

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Begin by analyzing the blueprints and gathering the proper materials before framing a house. With the prep stages behind you, begin by framing the floor of a house on the newly set foundation. Exterior and interior walls come next, along with rough openings for doors and windows. Contractors will then add ceiling and roof rafters to finish things off. 

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

When hanging a door frame, it’s recommended that you use screws, not nails. Screws are more secure, easier to tighten, and easier to remove if you need to adjust the frame. On average, the cost to replace a door frame is about $400, but you can save on labor costs if you’re confident in your ability to DIY the project. 

You may need a permit to install your window seat. Even though it's an indoor modification, some municipalities require permits for any built-ins added to homes. Check with your carpenter or, if you're DIY-ing, do some research on your city's requirements.

Depending on your carport's configuration, foundation or slab condition, and location in relation to the house, turning a carport into a garage has a lot in common with adding an addition to your home. However, you can skip some of the necessities of adding living space to your home, such as fine flooring, trim work, or even drywall or HVAC. It might be possible to DIY the conversion, but it’s complicated and potentially dangerous work, so it’s best left to the professionals.

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