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Avatar for So Cal Builders & Design Inc
So Cal Builders & Design Inc
4.6(
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1982

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Warranties offered

"So Cal Builders & Design Inc made the entire building process stress-free. They were transparent with costs, delivered work on time, and ensured every design detail was perfect. I couldn’t be happier with the final results."
Completely renovating both the guest and master bathrooms. In the master bathroom, we're installing a spacious walk-in shower featuring dual black-finished shower heads, elegant floating benches, and marble wall tiles. Meanwhile, the guest bathroom will have a sleek built-in tub and stylish hexagon tiles.
This project involved adding a new master bathroom to the existing house. The shower features sleek white subway tiles complemented by striking black fixtures and shower door hardware. The bathroom floor is adorned with elegant white marble tiles, providing a seamless and luxurious finish. A white shaker vanity topped with a white marble countertop completes the space, creating a clean and sophisticated look.
Experience a whole new level of indoor-outdoor living with the Torres Residence Backyard Remodel. This project highlights the addition of a kitchen sliding door, seamlessly merging your interior and exterior spaces
We remodeled the current kitchen, incorporating the addition of a new sliding door to establish a seamless indoor-outdoor living area
New pool with Baja bench and spa. New pavers, aluminum patio cover and built-in BBQ in the backyard

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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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KN Remodeling & Supplies Inc
4.8(
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

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Warranties offered

"Nathan impressed from the time I first met him. He was far more professional than other contractors in terms of describing how his company works and what I should expect if I worked with him. He also has a nice showroom where you can look a variety of cabinets in different styles and colors as well as countertops. We ended up getting a countertop that he suggested. We would never had picked it on our own but it ended up looking amazing in our kitchen. We had him do a complete remodel of our kitchen and one of our bathrooms. The guys on his crew were always prompt and showed up as scheduled. His foreman was both a good communicator and listener. Whenever we ran into an unexpected issue, they communicated clearly what additional costs would be involved (if any) and how much additional time it might take. The cabinets he installed were custom made but did not cost more than the pre-fab ones you can buy at the large home improvement stores. They are of high quality and well constructed. I actually saw his cabinet guy using a small caliper to make sure the door distances from the cabinets were all even! Lastly...here's something you'll never hear about a contractor...he finished AHEAD of time! Nathan's company are straight shooters and very skilled craftsmen. I would work with them again."
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
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Greg Patterson Construction
5.0(
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1980

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Greg was always on time and efficient with his time. He did such a fabulous job. It was nice having a contractor with a personality like Gregâ s and also nice that I could rely on him. His work is beautiful."
Foundation work
Foundation/Slab pour
1st floor walls
2nd floor walls
3rd floor walls

+3

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Malbec Builders
5.0(
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

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Warranties offered

"Wade and Malbec Builders served as the general contractor for our renovation of a classic 1960’s Palm Springs mid century modern home. Not an easy job since we live near Chicago. Our renovation included replacing the plumbing, replacing the floors, full update and renovation of the kitchen and two bathroooms. He was instrumental in introducing us to contractors who updated our pool and added solar power. At every turn he provided realistic solutions that fit our home and budget. When renovating a home, naturally there are some surprises. Wade handled these was a total pro, providing full and honest service to address each situation. His communication skills are terrific. In short, it was a pleasure to work with Wade and his team. We recommend you contact him."
Bedroom
10 acre Joshua Tree Retreat
Custom pool and spa
10 acre Joshua Tree Retreat
Custom pool deck and pergola

+60

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
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Serving Palm Desert, 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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Oshri Construction
4.5(
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Find a Custom Home BuilderGarage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Build

Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Asher and his team delivered the job on time and met our discussed estimates budget! They included my wife and I in the decision making process from beginning to end. They were respectful and a pleasure to work with and completely trustworthy. I would recommend them to friends and family without hesitation. -R"
Deck
Kitchen Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Upscale Bathroom
Guest Bathroom

+99

Response time6 hrs
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Wright Building
4.9(
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

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Warranties offered

"Pete Wright is the only builder I would use again of all the builders I have hired in my life (there have been 6). He has done everything from outdoor excavation and drainage to small plumbing fixes. Bottom line, he is THERE when you call him. We began with a major renovation of the 1 acre back yard (completely changed contours and installed large pipes to take water to the outer drains). Then moved to completely changing the location of the walls in a LR/DR/Gallery area with switching out all doors and windows, re-stuccoing the house (with Pete finding a way to save costs by using some of the older stucco as a foundation - harder to do, but also cheaper! frankly, I wouldn't have know the difference if he ripped it all off), then changed the roof edge to beef it up, sand-blasted some old wood in two pergolas, redesigned and repainted, All of this was from 2015-2019. Then we totally switched up where the kitchen and family room were located in the house. that was completed in 2019. In 2020, we had adult children who wanted to live with us during COVID, so he quickly renovated an area of the house to give them privacy, including a bedroom/bathroom and powder reno. Now he is renovating another bedroom and bath. After this, we have two more bedrooms/baths and a hallway to complete (next year) and he will most certainly have those projects. In summary, I trust him to show up, do the best work, give me a fair price and be there when you need him. I don't know what else you could ask from a builder!"
Living alteration & addition
Fire pit
Living/Dining
Kitchen
Kitchen

+33

Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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McGee Construction
4.6(
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Garage - Build

Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I had an excellent experience working with Larry McGee and his team at McGee Construction for my home remodel. From start to finish, Larry was professional, attentive, and dedicated to ensuring every detail was perfect. His crew was hardworking and respectful, completing the project on time and within budget. I’m absolutely thrilled with the results and highly recommend McGee Construction for any remodeling needs!"
Shower Remodel - Long Beach
Heather Home Remodel
Heather Remodel
Rolling Green Remodel
Zucker Home remodel

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Recommended by69%of homeowners
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Barndominium Builders FAQs, answered by experts

Rustic and modern farmhouse styles are currently the most popular. These include rustic and antique furniture, muted colors, clean lines, eclectic decor, and natural materials. Some other popular farmhouse styles include the following:

  • Coastal farmhouse: Creates a lighter, airier feel with soft colors and blue palettes, along with gold

  • Colonial farmhouse: Focuses on real antique furniture and decor

  • French farmhouse: Leans on French country architecture and design by including marble and lighter-colored metals, like zinc

  • Industrial farmhouse: Includes thick, chunky furniture and dark metals

  • Scandinavian farmhouse: Usually includes lighter wood colors and more refined furniture

In the U.S., original and converted carriage houses are most often found in New England, New York, and other parts of the Northeast. New construction carriage houses can be found across the country, and are often added to properties with Colonial-style homes for additional living, storage, or work space, although they can be found in many different styles.

This answer varies based on where you are, but most states require that all homes are greater than 320 square feet. Remember that four walls are not the only requirements—windows, closet space, minimal ceiling heights, and indoor air quality are also factors. Each state and municipality differs, though, and as some don’t consider tiny homes permanent shelters, you’ll need to check to ensure you aren’t violating any local or state laws with your build.

It’s much less expensive to build a house with wood. This is because wood is relatively inexpensive, strong enough to endure decades or even centuries of weathering and pressure, and is easier to replace if there are issues. The cost of stone houses are incredibly expensive, heavy, time-consuming to build, and difficult to repair. 

Depending on your needs, you may find a storebought pole barn is a much less expensive option than a custom-built one. You can find pole barn kits from big box retailers starting at $11,000, but you will be limited when it comes to size and add-on features. As long as you have the necessary skills, you can save on labor costs by doing it yourself; but there are a lot of different skill sets you would need, and mistakes during the building process can lead to excessive repair bills later.

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