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Deleon E Hijo Construction
5.0(
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Serving Petaluma, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Absolutely a beautiful job of New flooring, major painting, Electrical. & misc repairs. Father & son can do everything A home or property requires. They have cared for my large Property for years with the Utmost care, skill & consideration. They really do Treat their clients as family. I give them the highest rating In all they do. Very hard working And trustworthy in every way. Also extremely kind & generous In their overall approach to Working with you. I’m so Grateful they have done such Excellent work for me. Don’t Hesitate to contact them for Your next project ….you will Be very happy you did !’ They are totally trust worthy., And have treated me as family. And have truly been available When I needed them in any Emergency breakdown. They are an amazing team & I’ve been so hateful"
Apartment Remodel
Apartment Remodel
Apartment Remodel
Apartment Remodel
Apartment Remodel

+6

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JMW Builders Inc
4.5(
12
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Serving Petaluma, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"This was a new garage with an art studio above. We had a limited budget and Jim stayed within it. He directed us to a good designer who drew up exactly what we wanted. The construction is solid and looks great. I recommend JMW Builders for any new construction projects."
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs

+1

Response time3 hrs
Response rate85%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Atrisco Construction
4.8(
4
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Serving Petaluma, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They power washed my deck and then fixed my gate latch He also noted that some boards on my deck were rotting. I will probably have them back to fix the deck at a later date."
Full Kitchen Remodel
Full Kitchen Remodel
Full Kitchen Remodel
Full Kitchen Remodel
Full kitchen remodel

+21

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Silver Lining Construction
4.1(
7
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Serving Petaluma, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I recently hired Jim Dietz and his company Silver Lining to build an ADU on my property. Jim helped with a lot of the county requirements and roadblocks. I couldn't be happier with the entire experience. He was very interactive and insisted on me walking through the project weekly to show me the progress. His guys were clean and worked hard. Now my neighbor wants to build and ADU and is probably going to hire Jim."
Front view
Front porch
Entry
Backyard
Kitchen

+10

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by42%of homeowners
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Tanoak Construction, LLC
3.7(
3
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Serving Petaluma, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We recently had our bathroom remodeled by Tanoak Construction and we are extremely satisfied with the quality of workmanship. Gant Bowman and Dave Bowman were always available to answer any questions we had and were very transparent throughout the entire process. Finding a local contractor was difficult, but Tanoak Construction made the process easy and stress-free. They were clean, very respectful while in our home, and gave great advice. Every subcontractor they brought in was also great to work with. We highly recommend them to anyone in the Sonoma County area who needs remodeling work done."
Custom Remodel
Response time2 days
Recommended by66%of homeowners
RSF Construction Inc.
1.0(
1
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Serving Petaluma, 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!

Holly Construction, Inc.
3.0(
2
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Serving Petaluma, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Warranties offered

Offers commercial services

Holly Construction, Inc. is a licensed General Contractor servicing Sonoma County and the North Bay. We focus on providing you with the highest value and service whether it is a commercial building, winery and/or tasting room, tenant building improvement, new luxury home build, remodel or addition. We are dedicated to a high standard of workmanship and use the finest materials and craftsmanship to assure that you are a completely satisfied and happy client. Our 38 years of experience in the construction industry afford us the resources and skills to complete your project on time and on budget.

Sunset Patio
Kitchen
Custom home on narrow lot
Custom Cabinets and Living Space
Exterior at dusk

+35

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Home Building FAQs, answered by experts

How long it takes to build a custom home or rebuild a home after a disaster varies depending on many factors, but averages between seven and 14 months. Smaller homes or homes that don’t need a re-poured foundation may take less time to build than larger homes or homes without an existing foundation. Material availability, contractor schedules, and permit and inspection timelines can all affect how long your house takes to build.

Hiring a reliable home builder is an essential task, but there are a few questions you can ask a potential builder to ensure you they are trustworthy and up to the task:

  • How long do you expect the process to take?

  • Are you fully licensed and insured?

  • How much of the work will you subcontract?

  • Will you pull all of the necessary permits for the job?

  • How long is the builder’s warranty you include with your work?

  • How do you handle resolution for issues I might have with the finished product?

  • How much experience do you have?

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.

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.

Yes, you can finance new construction, though the process often requires a different type of loan than one for an existing property. There are several financing options available:

  • Construction-to-Permanent Loan: This is a common option where a single loan covers the building costs and then converts into a traditional mortgage once construction is complete and you move in.

  • Construction Loan (Stand-Alone): This type of loan provides funding only for the duration of the construction project. Once the house is built, you will need to pay the loan in full, typically by securing a separate, standard mortgage.

  • Builder Financing: Some custom homebuilders offer their own financing options, which may only require a down payment to begin the building process.

  • Bridge Loan: This can be a useful short-term loan to fund your new construction while you are in the process of selling your old home.

  • Home Equity Options: If you are building a second home, you might be able to use a home equity line of credit (HELOC) or a cash-out refinance on your current property.

It's also important to be aware that some lenders may have restrictions on financing for DIY house builds, so be sure to verify that you can secure financing before starting your project.

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