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Avatar for McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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Customers say: True professional

"Our kitchen remodel with McCormick Home Builders went beyond our expectations. Leoni and her team took the time to understand exactly what we wanted. The open layout design changed the way we use the space, and it’s been perfect for family gatherings. They were prompt, courteous, and genuinely invested in making sure we were happy. Really impressed!"
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by17%of homeowners
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Deleon E Hijo Construction
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

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Offers commercial services

"Joe, Abel, and Crew did an awesome job building our 28’x8’ Timbertech deck, 25’ elevated on a hillside. Joe worked closely with the Mill Valley permitting office to get the engineering plans approved, and once we got the green light the deck shot right up! We’re extremely happy we chose them to build the deck and would happily recommend for anyone looking at similar projects."
Apartment Remodel
Apartment Remodel
Apartment Remodel
Apartment Remodel
Apartment Remodel

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Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
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Clear Design & Build
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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Credit card accepted

Clear Design and Build is a premier construction company based in the Marin county, California, renowned for transforming visions into reality with exceptional clarity and craftsmanship. Our team blends innovative design with meticulous attention to detail to create spaces that are not only aesthetically stunning but also functionally superior. Whether you're dreaming of a modern renovation or a new build from the ground up, Clear Design and Build offers a seamless experience marked by transparent communication, personalized service, and a commitment to exceeding expectations. Trust us to bring your project to life with the precision and creativity that set us apart in the competitive Marin county market.

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BELMONT Home
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BELMONT Home

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Atrisco Construction
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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"They made an appointment the next day, showed up on time, clean and professional. After finishing he leveled my dishwasher, at no additional charge, which had been bothering me for years. All very friendly at a fair price."
Full Kitchen Remodel
Full Kitchen Remodel
Full Kitchen Remodel
Full Kitchen Remodel
Full kitchen remodel

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Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Bayland Design & Build LLC.
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

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Emergency services offered

Bayland Design & Build LLC is a premier, full-service residential design-build firm headquartered in Tiburon, California. Specializing in high-end remodels, seamless architectural additions, and ground-up luxury custom home builds, Bayland fuses sophisticated architectural design with flawless construction management.\n\nWe cater to discerning homeowners across Marin County who seek refined aesthetics, structural perfection, and a streamlined experience. By unifying design, engineering, permitting, and construction under a single roof, Bayland delivers custom residences tailored to the unique topography and elevated lifestyle of Northern California.\n\n

Full kitchen remodel
Full kitchen remodel
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Interior remodel
Interior remodel

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String Theory Construction
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Shelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dana was the foreman on a major remodeling project on our property. We added a guest cottage which involved excavating over 100 ft.³ of hillside, foundation, as well as construction. He also remodeled the main house extensively from a concrete pour to new roof, electrical flooring, fine carpentry and everything in between. Throughout the 2- year project, Dana was attentive to detail, honest, mindful of the budget and schedule, and collaborative on creating solutions. He is such a kind hearted person, and was a pleasure to have around the home. I canâ t say enough good things about String Theory Construction!"
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Tiled deck
Tiled deck
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Response time2 days
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Home Building questions, answered by experts

Modular homes can go up or down in value depending on a few factors. In areas where real estate is appreciating, the value of modular homes is likely to increase, and vice versa. Additionally, the value of modular homes depends partially on the area. In cities where every other home is stick-built, modular homes might be considered a functional obsolescence, in which case they could be less desirable and go down in value. In either case, though, modular homes can still be a good investment, especially since they provide housing at a lower upfront cost.

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.

Remodeling a house is often less expensive than building a new house. You can expect to pay an average of $100 per square foot when you are remodeling. The cost to build a house averages about $150 per square foot. When remodeling, though, some rooms cost more than $100 per square foot and some cost less. Use a home renovation cost estimator to accurately estimate your remodeling costs.

A construction-to-permanent loan is the most common type of mortgage used to finance a house teardown and rebuild. These loans include financing for construction costs and convert to a long-term mortgage once construction is complete. Check the terms of the loan closely before beginning work—there are often restrictions requiring you to use licensed contractors for all work.

Typically, architects do not build homes in a hands-on sense of doing the actual framing, roofing, or other building. Architects usually do not have the training and experience to build the homes they design. An architect would need to know how to do the specific trades required to build a house, which is possible but not a common practice. A general contractor or homebuilder typically oversees the actual details of building the house that the architect designs.

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