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Pristine Construction Inc
4.9(
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Serving Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was skeptical of remodeling our kitchen because you hear so many horror stories about contractors taking too long, charging more than they say, flaking out, etc. My husband and I were in disbelief at how OPPOSITE Pristine is from that. Pristine Construction is exceptional. I don't think I have ever encountered a better company.... and I have very high standards! Nathan and Mike are not only true to their word, totally professional, and incredibly knowledgable, but they are 2 great guys who are fun to hang out with! They make you feel like you are their only client. Pristine Construction really does care about you as a person and they take a great deal of pride in providing the best service and best quality work. Also, the designer they had design our new kitchen was incredible. The layout of our finished kitchen is gorgeous. We are extremely happy with everything Pristine and their sub-contractors did. Our kitchen remodel was worth every penny. Their price was reasonable and similar to other construction companies around. Nathan and Mike and their crew helped us better our lives and we are eternally grateful. You will not find anyone better in Los Angeles!"
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Response time7 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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So Cal Builders & Design Inc
4.6(
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Serving Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Our experience with Suj and So Cal Builders & design was very pleasant. They executed a high quality upgrade to our prior home before we sold/upgraded. We did not want anyone else to renovate our new house. Every step of the remodel was handled in a timely manner. And, honestly, Suj is quite humorous; he creates a very nice environment to be around for his team and clientele."
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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39 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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KN Remodeling & Supplies Inc
4.8(
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Serving Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

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Warranties offered

"The KN Remodeling team did an excellent job at our home completely remodeling 3 bathrooms, painting our entire home and rebuilding a huge planter outside. We trusted them in our home while we are out of town almost the entire time. We hired them back to do additional work in our home that they did quickly and expertly. The team was professional, very friendly, worked quickly, quietly, cleanly, and I would highly recommend them."
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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MF Construction & Design Inc
4.5(
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Serving Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The adage “You get what you pay for” rings true with MF Construction. When we were in the market for a general contractor to build our two-bedroom/two-bath ADU in San Marino, we interviewed several general contractors. Mike Maman of MF Construction was one of them. Mike showed us several of his projects as well as his own custom home. We were extremely impressed with the end results. After reviewing several competitive bids, we selected Mike because of his 40+ years of experience in building high-quality homes. During the construction of our ADU, Mike was just a text or phone call away. He kept us informed of upcoming events and visited our job site almost daily, sometimes more than once a day. He was present at all 12 of the City inspections. Every step along the way, we noted the high quality of materials Mike uses from the Ganahl lumber to the thick insulation and roofing paper to the copper pipes and shower hot mop, and mold-resistant drywall. Mike uses materials which meets or exceeds code requirements. Everyone on Mike’s team is extremely skilled in his/her craft, many having worked with him for decades. Mike is old school and does not take any shortcuts. Along with high quality construction and materials, Mike is extremely efficient. Our ADU was completed in four months, as promised. Progress was made every day. From the rough work to the finishes, Mike scheduled his team members just in time which resulted in an extremely efficient and smooth workflow. Mike builds with his heart. His passion is infectious which inspires his team members to do their best work. The results are evident in the finished product. Our neighbors and friends are extremely impressed with the quality and build of our ADU. If you value a well-built home and appreciate attention to detail, you will not be disappointed with Mike Maman. You WILL get what you pay for with MF Construction."
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Response time2 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
RET Construction Corp
5.0(
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Serving Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"If you've been looking for a solution to your home remodeling needs or have been previously burned by careless tradesmen who don't have your best interests at heart, look no more. Kevin Truong of Ret Construction has been so helpful during our home renovation. He treats our remodeling ideas as if we were part of his family. He gives us different options based on our needs and suggests innovative ways to save money in the long run. What really delights us is the fact that he has us accompany him to the different businesses in order to select materials for our 2 bathroom remodels. He's able to point out prior shoddy handyman / contractor work and explain why construction shortcuts cost more money down the road. Kevin gives excellent suggestions for fixtures that look really nice but doesn't go over the top with really expensive options. I'll be calling him in the future to remodel our kitchen and I would definitely recommend Kevin Truong of Ret Construction to beautify your home or to build you a new custom home."
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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RET Construction Corp
5.0(
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Serving Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Kevin assisted my family with our ADU build, it was great working with Kevin. He was experienced and knowledgeable in all areas. We passed every inspection first time, and he was attentative to our needs."
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+12

Response time12 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by45%of homeowners
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.6(
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Serving Pasadena, 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 by20%of homeowners
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Aloni Construction LLC
5.0(
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Serving Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I've used this company for different renovations, backyard, kitchen and bathrooms. They're always on time and professional. The owner is very accessible. I will used them in the future if I do more remodeling in my home."
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20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by42%of homeowners
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California Builders & Design, Inc.
4.4(
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Serving Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We moved to Big bear for Hawaii to Build a home, the builder we were going to use was to busy for us, we looked into Home Advisor and Chris Hamilton gave us a call, made an appointment, showed up on site with his employees, introduced each one, very knowledgeable, very accommodating. Worked with what we could afford. Looked over our prints. One week later they started the job, all his guys were always on time at 7:00 am. Chris gave us a time line and it was pretty close, there will always be some human bloopers, that's just part of life. Chris Hamilton's crew were very nice and worked hard. We have a lot of great pictures for anyone interested in viewing them. We, being from out of town, ran into a lot of people looking to take advantage. Thank God we found Chris Hamilton's business ."
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Big Bear
Big Bear
Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pro Builders Express, Inc.
3.6(
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Serving Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Pro Builders Express, Inc. sent out Eric to go over our quote and explain options, timing, and cost. Eric was fantastic and spent a solid amount of time with us explaining everything. He was extremely professional. courteous and knowledgeable about what the project would cost and entail. When we get ready to kick off this project, we are confident Pro Builders will get our job."
Kitchen Remodel Album 2
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+224

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Home Building questions, answered by experts

Start by researching local contractors with experience in cottage construction. Ask for references, check licensing and insurance, and review completed projects. Compare multiple bids, making sure each includes the same scope of work. A good contractor will communicate clearly, provide a detailed contract, and ensure all work meets code and safety standards.

The term “cottage” is subjective, so there’s no rigid definition, but it generally refers to a small home with simple and purposeful architecture that embraces nature and focuses on charm over everything else. Cottages are typically 1 or 1 1/2-stories tall, usually with gabled roofs, and are built out of natural materials that help make the structure a part of the surrounding nature rather than something that stands out from it. A big part of what makes a cottage a cottage is the decor, which includes natural materials from the nearby area.

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.

No, a structural engineer is not the same as a builder. A structural engineer is an expert in all things related to the structural integrity of a building. The structural engineer is responsible for calculating the correct materials in terms of load-bearing capacity and overall structural safety. Structural engineers do not perform the actual building of the house or other structures. Rather, the builder executes the plans and designs specified by the structural engineer.

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.

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