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Avatar for DM Building Inc
DM Building Inc
4.9(
57
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Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Customers say: True professional

"Danny took on our project, which was to build a home on an oddly-shaped, canyon side lot. We hired him as he had experience building on hillsides as well as with working with our architect. Ours was a very difficult project; from Coastal Commission to City approval, as well as with structural engineering. Danny had a plan for how to access and install our caissons into the hillside from day one. Not only that, his crew and sub-contractors showed up everyday, on-time for our year and a 1/2 building period. We communicated nearly every day via text or phone calls; Danny and his supervisor Scott were always VERY responsive. They were also open to alternate ideas in order to cut down construction costs. We've now been in our new home one year, and can honestly say that we are very happy with the craftsmanship and quality of our home. Moreover, the few small issues that we have had (garage door opener; low water pressure), Danny has continued to be responsive and to send his team back out to assist us over this past year. Overall, DM Building is an honest and earnest group of builders who only want the best for your project. I highly recommend DM Building, and would be happy to discuss their work further with anyone who is looking for a custom home builder or looking to embark on a large remodel project. Here are our pix from DM Building's website: [*** Link removed ***] and from our architect's site: [*** Link removed ***] Sincerely, -Susan Spencer [email protected]"
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+9

Response time6 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.5(
29
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Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

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 by23%of homeowners
John Howells
4.9(
10
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Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired John to do the framing phase for my kitchen expansion/open floor concept. I was the owner/builder and needed someone who was patient, thorough and conscious of the the time needed in meeting my schedule. John prove to be a good fit. First, by showing up for the initial visit on time. He took the time needed to review the plan from the city. He listened to me explain what I wanted and answered my concerns. We reached an agreement and he started as scheduled. The framing involved 3 load bearing walls. Only 2 of which were in the architect/engineer's drawing. John discovered an 11-foot load bearing beam missing from their drawing. I thank John many times for discovering that major mistake. John was patient in working through this with me. John fulfilled our contract with his quote and completion time. He deserves 10 STARS for his attention to details, customer satisfaction efforts and overall business approach to my project."
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Finished
Cabinet boxes installed
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Drywall

+20

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Nucave Construction Inc.
4.7(
15
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Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Nucave Construction remodeled my house and it looks great. They did roofing, flooring, interior and exterior paint, windows, wood repair/replacememt, lighting, cabinets and lots of handyman type of things for me. The crew always showed up on time and worked hard all day. Everyone speaks fluent English and are very cordial and professional. Ryan, the owner is very knowledgeable and has quite the eye for design. A custom closet with drawers was built in a room that had none and you would never know it wasn't originally built with the house. Based on Nucave's professionalism, attention to detail and fair pricing I would highly recommend them for your home project."
Point Loma ADU
Point Loma ADU
Point Loma ADU
Point Loma ADU
Point Loma ADU

+21

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Dina2Decor
4.3(
24
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Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Dina has a great taste. She can suggest the best way to decorate your home and to plan out the space efficiently. I love to learn from her the last trends in design . The job is done in timely manner, she helps to find the furniture and materials with the best prices and good brands."
Response time1 day
Response rate96%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pac Sands Corp
5.0(
7
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Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Hired Pacific Sands after we lost our home in the Eaton Fires in Altadena. We were very happy with their team and the designs they finished for us. Their permitting team was amazing too, so happy they were able to help with that part of the process. too."
6-Plex Aerial view
6-Plex Render
Carlsbad 6-Plex Axo
Response time3 days
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Golden Shore Design and Build, Inc.
5.0(
5
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Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had an Amazon experience We decided to hire them because of the personal customer service and communication skills The team was super professional and we love the results MIT took about 2.5 months for all bathrooms/flooring/kitchen I highly recommend them ! Thanks you Alex and Petra"
Tub to tub (no change of layout)
custom vanity
12x24 tile with texture
design back splash
Two bathrooms remodel

+62

Response time1 day
Response rate99%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Brian Thomas Consulting, Inc.
4.0(
5
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Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Brian Thomas visited our home to survey the required work. He was very knowledgeable, and made good suggestions on how to coordinate his job in the midst of a roof replacement.  Brian Thiessen, Operations Manager, managed the on-site work, and did an outstanding job, especially handling unexpected situations.  He reviewed each stage of the work, and was never satisfied until everything was accomplish to my satisfaction. The job foreman, Mike, was a super guy, who worked tirelessly to get the details done right. I highly recommend these guys for any type of construction and repair work. 
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Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Addition & Kitchen
Kitchen Remodel
Bathroom Remodel

+4

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Marrokal Design & Remodeling, LLC
4.3(
3
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Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Marrokal did a whole house remodel for me. I am very pleased with the design and teamwork. I recently had a plumbing leak due to a stray stucco staple. It was fixed right away and the stucco repaired so nicely you would never know anything happened."
2016
2015 Craftsmen
2015 La Jolla Condo
Coffered Ceiling
Shades of Grey

+26

Response time11 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Left Coast Blueprints, Llc
5.0(
2
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Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Drafting and Engineering. We will provide a complete set of architectural and structural plans to submit to building departments to obtain permits for your project. Custom Homes Room Additions Remodels Fire Damages Water Damages Spec Homes

Response time2 days
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Custom Home Builders questions, answered by experts

Modular homes can be a great investment, especially for those who find the prices of stick-built real estate too high. Modular homes are usually much more affordable because they’re mass-manufactured and then assembled on-site or delivered mostly assembled. If they’re installed properly and by professionals, they can last for between 50 and 100 years, potentially making them an outstanding investment.

Ranch and colonial-style homes are often the most affordable to build. They have a common layout with available designs that are easy to adjust in simple ways without having to spend too much on a structural engineer or architect. Both types of homes' symmetry, simple roofs, and often one or two-story plans mean they often fall in the $150 to $200 square-foot range, putting them right around average.

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

Custom homes can take an average of 18 months to build, mainly due to the lengthy design process, and most projects take somewhere between 12 and 24 months. When you work with the right custom home builders near you, they can help you map the road ahead and understand what can speed up or delay the timeline. Choosing locally available materials, for example, can speed things up without losing that customized touch.

One starting point to find a local home builder is to collect suggestions from friends and neighbors. However, it’s still wise to do some more research before you hire a builder. Read reviews to supplement any word-of-mouth recommendations. Check sources like Angi that have standards and criteria in place to screen the pros it lists can also help you find more reputable local home builders.

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