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Design Build Specialists Inc

Electrical for Home Addition or Remodel - Install, Electrical for Home Addition, Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade,

About us

We are a design/build remodeling contractor in Novato. We are both the architect and the builder. We have a unique process to allow clients make an informed decision on how to proceed with any remodel project. We are experts at helping clients who have suffered an insurance loss either from fire or flood or other cause. We have won a number of national awards and the owner is active with National and local issues related to the remodeling industry. Additional phone - (415) 892-3932 .

Business highlights

Emergency services offered
45 years of experience

Services we offer

3 D Architectural design shown in real time on large screen TV. Whole house remodels to room additions to outdoor living spaces to building granny units to kitchen and baths. We are very clever at design options. We are experts at Insurance restoration.

Amenities

Emergency Services

Yes

Accepted Payment Methods

  • CreditCard
Reviews
4.915 Reviews
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Showing 1-15 of 15 reviews
DANIEL L.
Dec 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$33,000
Excellent quality work They were especially helpful with navigating the insurance process and helped me secure full payment from the insurance company after a loss and reconstruction. They also helped us complete enough of the project so that family could stay at the holidays.

Sally E.
Feb 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$50,000
Beautiful outcome, great value for the money, no surprises, fabulous team. The team was very professional, courteous, and respectful of our home and our lives. They were alsoa very helpful in our decision-making as the project progressed.

Sally E.
Aug 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$70,000
Everything was excellent. Preparation, planning, timeline, design, construction and results. All contractors were on time, respectful of our home, courteous, tidy and expert.

Cheryl H.
Mar 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$55,000
Mark and his crew completely understood what we wanted to accomplish and shared our design aesthetic.  They are very knowledgeable about what building products are available and helped us find the best vendors so we could pick out finishes we liked.  They remained on schedule and always showed up when they said they would.  Working with our lead carpenter, Steve, was a complete pleasure and it was fun working out design ideas on site with him.  The results are stunning and exceeded our expectations.

DANIEL L.
Dec 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$23,000
We suffered water damage and Design Build helped through the process, including helping us understand the insurance process.  We received excellent service. We would definitely hire again.

Akiko S.
Dec 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
They did good work and they were fairly fast.

Mitchell S.
Aug 2013
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$55,000
Took longer and cost more than expected, but the results were good.

Judy S.
May 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$28,000
Bill and Summer helped crystalize my ideas and gave excellent feedback on what would be good or not.  Even the contractor stayed in touch throughout the whole job.  Excellent subcontractors all.

Gail H.
Apr 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$30,000
A term work of workers who were totally professional. Completed the work in 2 1/2 weeks.

Jim M.
Mar 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$35,000
Everyone on every crew was really helpful - informative - prompt - friendly and on top of everything they did a really slick job. Would definitely use them again and again! 

Just saw the "Lousy" review on Angie's List - gimme a break.   Obviously these reviewers never actually worked with them and are just ax grinding for some reason.

Design Build is awesome - can't wait to use them again!

Gail H.
May 2011
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$35,000
Completed job in 2 weeks. Punctual, professional, non - intrusive - communicated well - covered & taped off construction site.

Michael W.
Feb 2011
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
It turned out beautifully. We like their quick response and their quality of work.

Joanne R.
Jun 2010
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
They were a very honest company to work with. I felt comfortable with the workers being alone in my home. I had an issue about 2 years later, outside of the warranty. They actually repaired it for free despite it being a bigger fix! I really appreciated their great follow up.

SANDRA G.
Dec 2009
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
They were actually in charge of hiring all the sub-contractors. Two of which we did not have good experiences with. One of them, a flooring company, the owner even admitted the work was shoddy. He did stand by his work, and it was redone three separate times until it was done to satisfaction. The other subcontractor was sent out to clear the areas damaged by water. They ended up breaking several things in my home. They didn't leave me any paperwork, so I never know when to expend them or if they could find my rugs. I felt they were very unprofessional. We ended up working with a foreman from Design Build Specialists on a later project, which he flaked out in. From my understanding, he was later let go from Design Build Specialists. I do feel however, that Design Build Specialists are very professional.

Penel T.
Dec 2009
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
I am very happy with the work that he has done. He is top notch, A+! I won't look for anyone else. As long as he's still working, I'll use him.

Licensing

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FAQ

Design Build Specialists Inc is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Design Build Specialists Inc accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard

No, Design Build Specialists Inc does not offer free project estimates.

No, Design Build Specialists Inc does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.

No, Design Build Specialists Inc does not offer a senior discount.

Yes, Design Build Specialists Inc offers emergency services.

No, Design Build Specialists Inc does not offer warranties.