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Top-Rated Home builders in Oakland - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.7(
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Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"We found McCormick home builders through Angie’s list. They were not one of our original contacts, but they contacted us and came out to give us a quote. Matteo was extremely helpful, informative, honest, and gave us reasonable realistic prices, and did not try to inflate the prices or pressure us in anyway. We felt very comfortable with him immediately. We felt like he was a member of the family that we could just talk to and ask questions he was very personable. He gave us his contact number in case we had other questions and he was always available when we needed him for any type of questions or concerns. Mateo‘s team did a beautiful job. They were fast. They were efficient. They cleaned up beautifully. They did a wonderful job. They were very considerate of our time our needs and our neighbors. They were an absolute pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend Matteo from McCormick home builders for any home building projects, and we will be calling him again in the future!"
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by17%of homeowners
Home Pro Remodeling & Construction, Inc.
4.1(
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Shelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired home pro remodeling to put pavers on my back yard and to install flloring thorough out the whole house I'm super setasfied with the work and the service . The company also provided me great financial options which I used thank you kobi Leo and Lucas for your great service . Highly recommend them for everyone"
Response time5 days
Recommended by77%of homeowners
Avatar for Greg Van Wagoner Construction, Inc.
Greg Van Wagoner Construction, Inc.
4.7(
14
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Shelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Greg was helpful, professional and diligent right from our first meeting through to the final day of construction. His attention to detail is superb - you would have no idea that the additions to our loft were not original. We highly recommend his company!"
Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by46%of homeowners
Avatar for Bayview Contracting & Remodeling, Inc.
Bayview Contracting & Remodeling, Inc.
4.0(
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Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Bayview contracting and remodeling inc is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. \n

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
RSF Construction Inc.
1.0(
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Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

RSF Construction Inc. is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

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Wise Builders
4.8(
99
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Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

"I cannot recommend enough! Our project included a kitchen remodel, new flooring, and recessed lighting throughout the home. The final result exceeded our expectations and has made our newly purchased home more functional, as well as more comfortable. The project was completed in lightning speed (~40% faster than original quote, which was reasonable to begin with), but certainly without compromising on quality. Everything turned out beautiful!"
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for HomeTech Construction & Design, Inc.
HomeTech Construction & Design, Inc.
4.8(
30
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Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We were looking for a contractor to completely remodel our one bedroom condo in San Francisco. We met with few different companies but after meeting with Moses from HomeTech Construction & Design, he gave us great suggestions that showed us his experiences. He was also very clear with the cost and what his included and what is not. They were able to work with our budget as it was very important also they provided 100% financing for no additional cost. They helped us pull all the necessary permits as well as made sure everything is done by legal expectations. Project was finishes at least two weeks earlier then predicted and the apartment rented even before all work was done. We and new tenants were really pleased with the finishes, design and quality of work. We especially really like the bathroom finishes. It was very easy communicate with the designer, office, contractor, and of course Moses, the project manager. Also the communication between the team was very well coordinated. We would definitely recommend HomeTech to everyone looking to remodel their home."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Eco Star Remodeling & Construction
5.0(
172
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Shelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We worked with Ecostar Remodeling for a full home refresh, and it was the best decision we could have made. The crew was dedicated, respectful, and highly skilled. Every corner of the house now feels brand new. We’ve received so many compliments from guests."
Response time1 day
Response rate95%
Recommended by1%of homeowners
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Home Building FAQs, answered by experts

In most cases, you should get an architect before you hire a builder. An architect will be the one to draw up formal plans for your project, including guidelines and even material lists for your builder to follow during construction. Many architects can even help you find builders, choose one for your project, and negotiate prices. Some are also willing to act as project managers throughout the process, working closely with a builder from start to finish.

The longest part of building a custom home is the design phase. It takes multiple professionals and a ton of work to bring your vision for your dream home to life while sticking to a homebuilding budget and also ensuring everything is built to code. Expect the design phase for a custom home build to take six months to a year.

Handypeople usually don’t hold trade licenses, so they typically aren’t qualified to tackle projects involving installing or making alterations to plumbing or electrical lines. Below are some jobs that a handyperson usually won’t be able to complete:

  • Installing plumbing for a new kitchen or bathroom

  • Replacing plumbing pipes

  • Installing or repairing septic systems

  • Running new electrical wiring

  • Installing a subpanel

While it’s never too early to start planning for a major home improvement project like a home addition, give yourself at least a month or two to plan and design your addition, find a contractor, and get the permits in order. For larger projects like a second-story addition that require designing with an architect, plan on three to four months of preparation.

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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