Lars Remodeling & Design
About us
Visit our new showroom in Kearny Mesa located at 5925 Kearny Villa Rd.
Business highlights
34 years of experience
Services we offer
Residential remodeling, design and build, kitchen & bathroom remodeling & outdoor living., room additions
Amenities
Free Estimates
Yes
Accepted Payment Methods
- CreditCard
Reviews
4.816 Reviews
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Ron D.
Feb 2017
Fantastic.
Disney put it best - "A wish is a dream your heart makes". Well - We looked around our house and had wishes to modify it to our needs.
Enter reality - A wish is fine, but you have to make it happen, right? So - When you have a dream for your home - LARS is where to go.
First the dream is laid out in their design room - Then their MASTER DESIGNER (and I mean MASTER - Brandon is AWESOME) looks over your needs and makes suggestions. Usually (I've done about 5 projects with them) things you never would have thought of are discussed with you.
THEN - A few months later - Brandon and crew show up for a final walk-through where you get to show them that all the stuff you drew on paper - IS REAL. IT'S FRICKING REAL!!!!
A dream is a wish your heart makes. When it comes to remodeling, LARS is the company that turns dreams into reality.
- Ron Donofero
Disney put it best - "A wish is a dream your heart makes". Well - We looked around our house and had wishes to modify it to our needs.
Enter reality - A wish is fine, but you have to make it happen, right? So - When you have a dream for your home - LARS is where to go.
First the dream is laid out in their design room - Then their MASTER DESIGNER (and I mean MASTER - Brandon is AWESOME) looks over your needs and makes suggestions. Usually (I've done about 5 projects with them) things you never would have thought of are discussed with you.
THEN - A few months later - Brandon and crew show up for a final walk-through where you get to show them that all the stuff you drew on paper - IS REAL. IT'S FRICKING REAL!!!!
A dream is a wish your heart makes. When it comes to remodeling, LARS is the company that turns dreams into reality.
- Ron Donofero
Michael P.
Aug 2016
EXCELLENT! After moving into my families 1974 ranch home just outside of El Cajon, my wife and I decided to remodel the home since it still retained most of it's 1974 features. Members of our family had previously worked with Jason and Lars Construction so we asked to have them come out for a visit. Everything went great and within a short time, demo and construction begain. The design team worked tirelessly to make the features we wanted (and could afford) come true. This was my families home and I was glad to trust the work to Lars.
Harvey R.
Aug 2014
The job went fairly well. Our original project manager was not moving things along systematically enough (scheduling trades that overlapped, or in the wrong order). When I reported this to Lars, the project manager was replaced and our job got back on track. Communication between the salesperson (Lori Drake) , designer (Yvette Travers) and new project manager (Bryan Loorya) was excellent. All of the tradesmen sent by Lars were very professional and the quality of the work was excellent. The scheduling system on-line kept me informed on who was going to be in the house each day. Although our job was delayed somewhat by the first project manager, we were very pleased by the end product. Although I hated to see a person get fired it was good to know that Lars addressed the problem and got us back on track.
We spent more on the project than we originally planned. However the expensive items that went over budget were my choice and I am glad now that it's done that we spent a little extra.
We spent more on the project than we originally planned. However the expensive items that went over budget were my choice and I am glad now that it's done that we spent a little extra.
L K.
Jul 2014
We did a major home addition and remodel of our kitchen through Lars, adding almost 600 square feet (extending our dining area and adding a room upstairs). Jason Larson (who owns the company) is genuine, honest, and down to earth. These qualities really reflect in his business and ethics. Our house was only about 10 years old but we wanted it to be more functional. We wanted a remodel where no one could tell where the old house stopped and the additions/changes began. And this is exactly what we got. We love the end product of our remodel. And we have received so many compliments from our neighbors on how the house really fits into the existing scheme of the neighborhood. While no major remodel is going to be without bumps, Jason and his team worked hard to make sure we were ultimately satisfied. I am very grateful for Jason’s involvement with our project.
We are going to enjoy many years of enjoyment from our investment.
We are going to enjoy many years of enjoyment from our investment.
Response from Lars Remodeling & Design
"Thank you for your kind words. I will be sure and share them with the rest of the Lars staff. We were very excited to see the finished photos. We will be sure to forward you the copies. I appreciate the opportunity to remodel for you and will stay in touch. Sincerely, Jason Larson"
Marsha M.
Jun 2014
See above.
Response from Lars Remodeling & Design
"Thank you for the kind words. We are delighted that you are loving your new kitchen. Let us know if there is anything we can do for you in the future. Please stay in touch and we will as well. Sincerely, Jason Larson"
Delano L.
Apr 2014
My wife and I were very impressed with whole Lars team. Their customer service level is outstanding. We added a bedroom, repainted both the interior and exterior, as well as replaced much of the flooring throughout the house. Their design team was a pleasure to work with. They were very patient and did all they could to insure we were comfortable and happy at every turn. Every member of their team respected our home as though it was theirs. And they insured that their sub-contractors acted the same way. Never before had I seen a contractor be so thorough in it's selection and management of it's subs. I would highly recommend that you include Lars on your list of potential contractors. They did an outstanding job.
Response from Lars Remodeling & Design
"Thank you for your comments. It was a pleasure having lunch together and getting to know one another. We understand that you have many choices in choosing a remodeler and appreciate you putting your trust in our firm. Sincerely, Jason Larson"
Trudy R.
Apr 2014
We had an awesome experience with Lars Remodeling and Design. We were very nervous about a remodel. The Lars team put our minds at ease and walked us through the project every step of the way. Our designer Chih took our ideas and made our space beautiful and just what we were looking for. All the employees and the owner of the company, Jason Larson were
very knowledge and always there to answer any questions or concerns. We had an issue with tile installation and they made sure it was completed to our satisfaction and in a timely manner. We just love our new space and enjoy showing it off to our friends and family. Even a few neighbors have stopped by to take a peek. If your looking for company that cares and goes the extra mile to make sure their clients are very happy with their remodel, Lars is it! On our final walk through they made sure even the smallest things had met our expectations. We would highly recommend Lars to friends-family and anyone looking for a company that truely cares and provides exceptional quality !
very knowledge and always there to answer any questions or concerns. We had an issue with tile installation and they made sure it was completed to our satisfaction and in a timely manner. We just love our new space and enjoy showing it off to our friends and family. Even a few neighbors have stopped by to take a peek. If your looking for company that cares and goes the extra mile to make sure their clients are very happy with their remodel, Lars is it! On our final walk through they made sure even the smallest things had met our expectations. We would highly recommend Lars to friends-family and anyone looking for a company that truely cares and provides exceptional quality !
Response from Lars Remodeling & Design
"It was truly a pleasure remodeling for you and so pleased we beat the holiday deadline. I am very happy the way the addition tied into the existing home. Know we are here, if you need anything in the future. See you soon! Sincerely, Jason Larson"
LISA K.
Apr 2014
Brandon is a guy of the utmost integrity, and as a bonus, he's a veritable library of useless movie quotes. He and the rest of our team made the long, arduous process of remodeling completely bearable. You might get a cheaper quote from someone else, but you won't get better service. Given the nightmares we've heard from others whose contractors have bailed on them toward the end of their projects, we considered going with a reputable contractor a no-brainer. When people walk into our newly remodeled house, they are blown away. Everyone says the same thing: "It's like a whole new house." We agree. Thanks, Lars!
Response from Lars Remodeling & Design
"Wow!! Thank you for such nice words. I agree with your comments about Brandon. He is truly one-of-a-kind and so proud to have him on our team. I appreciate the opportunity to remodel for you. Stop by the office when you have time to check in. Sincerely, Jason Larson"
Maureen K.
Apr 2014
Lars Remodeling and Design is a fantastic company to use for any remodel big or small. We had a WHOLE house remodel both inside and out completed by Lars which included 3 bathrooms, gourmet kitchen, 4 bedrooms with built in cabinetry, crown moldings, new doors, room addition, roofing and much, much more. We worked with Brandon Spann and John Klacka who made the design process fun and the end results very rewarding. Our ideas and desires were incorporated into the design so as not to have just a ?cookie cutter?remodel. Our dream house became a reality for us. The subcontractors Lars used were always professional and respectful of our home. We also had a great project manager who met with us weekly (and really pretty much on a daily basis!!) Weekly meetings are a staple of LARS. If any problems arose they were taken care of immediately. Our project manager was a great problem solver and was able to fix and/or address any glitches that occurred. The quality of the work and materials used are absolutely the gold standard of the industry. Lars also has taken care of any problems that occur without hesitation and have done so for us even after our warranty had expired. I highly recommend Lars Remodeling and Design for any project.
Response from Lars Remodeling & Design
"Such a nice review to read. your home is still one of the nicest projects as I am very proud of the many, many details that came together. Having you available to ensure we were hitting your vision was paramount to the success. Thank you for the opportunity to remodel for you. Sincerely, Jason Larson"
Fred T.
Mar 2013
It has been 8 or 9 months since the “end” of my kitchen / family room remodel by Lars Remodeling and Construction Company; I feel I’ve had time to give the work a fair evaluation.
My experience with the remodel did not go as I had hoped or anticipated and was very disappointing. I didn’t realize that I had paid top dollar for “industry standard” quality until I was well into the “finish work” of the project.
Because of the high cost, numerous problems and the final result of my remodel - I would not recommend Lars Remodeling and Construction Company --- caveat emptor.
My experience with the remodel did not go as I had hoped or anticipated and was very disappointing. I didn’t realize that I had paid top dollar for “industry standard” quality until I was well into the “finish work” of the project.
Because of the high cost, numerous problems and the final result of my remodel - I would not recommend Lars Remodeling and Construction Company --- caveat emptor.
Response from Lars Remodeling & Design
"Our firm performed a remodel for [member name removed] located in El Cajon. To our knowledge, all of his concerns were satisfied at the closing of the project. As the remodeling process may be challenging at times, Lars Remodeling & Design prides itself on seeing the project through to the very end and delivering on our promises. We are proud of the finished kitchen remodeling project that we provided for [member name removed] and respect the right to his opinion. As the owner of Lars Remodeling & Design, I like to know that our company has left our clients feeling very satisfied and am saddened upon hearing that any client has been left disappointed. Since this review, I have reached out to [member name removed] and have left the door open for him to call on us at any time he feels the need. [member name removed] will always remain our good client and we will continue our efforts in cultivating our relationship. Jason R. Larson, CR Lars Remodeling & Design"
Jan K.
Apr 2011
I loved them. They were very professional and not pushy. They responded properly. The man who designed and sold me the program was very caring and helpful. The project director did a good job of managing it all and getting it done. They responded to any problems that popped up or changes that had to be made. They were right here on top of things.
Jamie G.
Oct 2010
Mike Larsen and his crew (Leland and Mike) are great. They were able to install our doors sooner than expected and worked superfast - in the rain, even! They were able to correct a problem with one of the doors within a day and they still completed the install ahead of schedule. They communicated very well with us through the process and left the place sparkling clean. We would definitely work with Lars Construction again.
Jeanne S.
Sep 2010
The experience went very well. We were very pleased. They had a project manager that oversaw and coordinated everything. We had a designer that helped us design how we wanted the kitchen to be. He worked with us all through the project, and helped us make all of our selections. You get what you pay for with them. I was very pleased with them, but don't expect them to just do everything. You have to be very interactive while working with them. There were often questions or little changes that had to be made. It was good that someone was always home while they were here. They are very good about communicating with you. One minor thing that we didn't like is when they installed our appliances, the plumber that they had hired some people that did a terrible job installing appliances. They apologized.
CAROL B.
Nov 2008
Project went very smoothly and was completed ahead of schedule. The project manager was always on top of things making sure every thing was done right. The crew and workers were always friendly, polite and did not leave a mess around. The designer thought of a great design we are very pleased with. The overall experience was great and now we getting our kitchen and bath done with this company.
Ted C.
Jun 2008
Work was to be done on a tight time schedule due to our leaving for an extended trip. Work was done on time, workmanship by in-house staff was excellent. Workmanship of sub-contractors was generally good, unsatisfactory work was corrected. Excellent coordination between project foreman/supervisor and clients. Change orders were discussed and approved in advance; no real surprises beyond the usual you run into when you open up an older house. Not inexpensive, but I feel the general quality of the work, their cooperation in hitting a tight schedule, made it worth the price. Contractor declined to install cabinets I had purchased from another source, I had to hire another contractor to do this.
SETH L.
Apr 2006
The overall experience was fantastic. We have heard from others that remodeling in general is a very trying experience; however, Lars Construction was on our team from the beginning. From the Design Phase until the end when they polished the last window, Lars always kept us informed and exceeded our expectations. We especially liked when they spent 3 hours at the project walk through, informing us of what was going to take place and what we should expect during the construction process. From Brandon the Designer, Mike the Project Manager, Teresa in the office and all of the Trade contractors, we felt like we were all on the same page and almost like family! I have referred this company to many of my friends, family and neighbors and will continue to do so.
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FAQ
Lars Remodeling & Design is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.
Lars Remodeling & Design accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard
Yes, Lars Remodeling & Design offers free project estimates.
No, Lars Remodeling & Design does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Lars Remodeling & Design does not offer a senior discount.
No, Lars Remodeling & Design does not offer emergency services.
No, Lars Remodeling & Design does not offer warranties.