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ICO Construction

4.94(
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ICO Construction

4.94(
9
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2011 years of experience

We are proud to be a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in major renovations, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"ICO Construction produced a solidly built, beautiful remodel, adding 1025 sq ft. and a new garage with 325 sq ft. of storage to our existing home. Their staff, including their excellent framer, George, worked through the difficult issues of COVID and all the supply change interruptions that occurred. Jeff Guinta of Innovative Concepts designed our project. We get very positive comments from strangers and neighbors almost daily. We love our new home and highly recommend ICO Construction and its owner Ivan Pinedo and his crew."

Jean L on January 2024

We are proud to be a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in major renovations, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"ICO Construction produced a solidly built, beautiful remodel, adding 1025 sq ft. and a new garage with 325 sq ft. of storage to our existing home. Their staff, including their excellent framer, George, worked through the difficult issues of COVID and all the supply change interruptions that occurred. Jeff Guinta of Innovative Concepts designed our project. We get very positive comments from strangers and neighbors almost daily. We love our new home and highly recommend ICO Construction and its owner Ivan Pinedo and his crew."

Jean L on January 2024


Cardinal Construction

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Cardinal Construction

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2008 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We have been in business for 10 years. We provide excellent craftsmanship at an affordable price. Our projects are completed on time and on budget. Most of our competition is 50% slower and 50% more expensive. Our services include: home building home remodeling basement construction accessory dwelling units

We have been in business for 10 years. We provide excellent craftsmanship at an affordable price. Our projects are completed on time and on budget. Most of our competition is 50% slower and 50% more expensive. Our services include: home building home remodeling basement construction accessory dwelling units


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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.

4.31(
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.

4.31(
21
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Customers say: True professional
2017 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

MCCORMICK HOME BUILDERS INC We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home or business as if it were our own. We are experts in all aspects of roofing projects and our services are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in both installations and replacements. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Leo was very helpful and quick to respond. We’re happy with how our 2 bathrooms turned out. Project was completed within the time promised. Our only complaint is that the workers did not clean up very well. But overall, we’re satisfied and we’ll use them again. "

Yolanda F on October 2025

MCCORMICK HOME BUILDERS INC We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home or business as if it were our own. We are experts in all aspects of roofing projects and our services are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in both installations and replacements. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Leo was very helpful and quick to respond. We’re happy with how our 2 bathrooms turned out. Project was completed within the time promised. Our only complaint is that the workers did not clean up very well. But overall, we’re satisfied and we’ll use them again. "

Yolanda F on October 2025


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DARCO, LLC

4.90(
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DARCO, LLC

4.90(
5
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2019 years of experience

Darco Construction is a premier full-service construction company, specializing in custom home builds, remodels, and commercial projects. With a commitment to excellence, we bring your vision to life with top-tier craftsmanship, transparent budgeting, and meticulous attention to detail. From architectural design to project completion, our experienced team ensures a seamless process, delivering beautiful and functional spaces that exceed expectations.

"DARCO did a wonderful job on my kitchen/ dining space remodel. It is even more beautiful than I imagined, and everything was done with such high quality. I love sharing how beautiful it is with family, friends and neighbors!"

Judy M on November 2022

Darco Construction is a premier full-service construction company, specializing in custom home builds, remodels, and commercial projects. With a commitment to excellence, we bring your vision to life with top-tier craftsmanship, transparent budgeting, and meticulous attention to detail. From architectural design to project completion, our experienced team ensures a seamless process, delivering beautiful and functional spaces that exceed expectations.

"DARCO did a wonderful job on my kitchen/ dining space remodel. It is even more beautiful than I imagined, and everything was done with such high quality. I love sharing how beautiful it is with family, friends and neighbors!"

Judy M on November 2022


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Realty Builders, Inc.

4.67(
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Realty Builders, Inc.

4.67(
6
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2001 years of experience

With over 25 years of experience, Realty Builders is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Call us today!

"professional so far and just right for mr."

Jayson A on March 2023

With over 25 years of experience, Realty Builders is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Call us today!

"professional so far and just right for mr."

Jayson A on March 2023


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Craftsmens Guild, Inc.

4.89(
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Craftsmens Guild, Inc.

4.89(
9
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1986 years of experience

Building or remodeling a home can be an infuriating and stressful process, especially when dealing with multiple contractors for each aspect of construction. We eliminate that stress by combining several contractors into one trusted construction firm. Craftsmen’s Guild is a full service construction firm that designs and builds custom homes, along with remodeling kitchens, baths, and home additions. Craftsmen’s Guild was founded with the goal of improving the process of constructing a home, making it a simpler and more pleasurable experience. We have been building dream homes and performing top-quality remodels in the Bay Area of California for over thirty years.

"Pretty good"

Samuel P on January 2023

Building or remodeling a home can be an infuriating and stressful process, especially when dealing with multiple contractors for each aspect of construction. We eliminate that stress by combining several contractors into one trusted construction firm. Craftsmen’s Guild is a full service construction firm that designs and builds custom homes, along with remodeling kitchens, baths, and home additions. Craftsmen’s Guild was founded with the goal of improving the process of constructing a home, making it a simpler and more pleasurable experience. We have been building dream homes and performing top-quality remodels in the Bay Area of California for over thirty years.

"Pretty good"

Samuel P on January 2023


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Cardinal Custom Construction

5.00(
3
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Cardinal Custom Construction

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2005 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service. We strive to meet our client’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to the completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. We specialize in new home construction, major remodels, as well as ADU construction. Most new homes built in less than 12 months, remodels 3-6 months, ADU is 6 weeks. Please be mindful that building in the Bay Area is expensive. Average building costs for our company START at 300 dollars a square foot for new build or remodel- PLEASE KEEP THIS IN MIND IF YOU WANT TO ENGAGE OUR COMPANY.

"We hired Dave and his crew to build our new home. Dave and his design/engineering team made some wise changes to our plan that saved time and money. His crews were able to build are home ahead of schedule, on budget, while maintaining excellent craftsmanship. Dave was super accomodating and easy to deal with on difficult decisions. I highly recommend Cardinal for your project."

jay m on August 2020

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service. We strive to meet our client’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to the completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. We specialize in new home construction, major remodels, as well as ADU construction. Most new homes built in less than 12 months, remodels 3-6 months, ADU is 6 weeks. Please be mindful that building in the Bay Area is expensive. Average building costs for our company START at 300 dollars a square foot for new build or remodel- PLEASE KEEP THIS IN MIND IF YOU WANT TO ENGAGE OUR COMPANY.

"We hired Dave and his crew to build our new home. Dave and his design/engineering team made some wise changes to our plan that saved time and money. His crews were able to build are home ahead of schedule, on budget, while maintaining excellent craftsmanship. Dave was super accomodating and easy to deal with on difficult decisions. I highly recommend Cardinal for your project."

jay m on August 2020


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DevArt8 Builders

5.00(
3
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DevArt8 Builders

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
2005 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

As a trusted general contractor in San Jose, We specialize in all phases of home building, remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, garages, barns, sheds, and more! We offer a diverse range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of every customer. We take a personalized approach to each project. We work closely with our clients to understand their vision, preferences, and budgetary requirements. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

"Our kitchen always felt too small and cluttered, so we extended it into the unused dining space. DevArt8 Builders guided us through every step, from designing the layout to choosing materials. They added more storage that made the organization so much easier and improved the overall layout of the space. The team was professional, easy to work with, and kept everything on schedule."

Charles Arthur C on February 2025

As a trusted general contractor in San Jose, We specialize in all phases of home building, remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, garages, barns, sheds, and more! We offer a diverse range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of every customer. We take a personalized approach to each project. We work closely with our clients to understand their vision, preferences, and budgetary requirements. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

"Our kitchen always felt too small and cluttered, so we extended it into the unused dining space. DevArt8 Builders guided us through every step, from designing the layout to choosing materials. They added more storage that made the organization so much easier and improved the overall layout of the space. The team was professional, easy to work with, and kept everything on schedule."

Charles Arthur C on February 2025


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Gavasse Construction

4.50(
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Gavasse Construction

4.50(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2021 years of experience

Quality is our Goal! We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and stands behind our work. We specialize in remodeling, decks, roofing, and siding. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"I highly recommend. He's a good guy, does great work, and I'll be using him again for other projects."

Gary L on December 2021

Quality is our Goal! We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and stands behind our work. We specialize in remodeling, decks, roofing, and siding. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"I highly recommend. He's a good guy, does great work, and I'll be using him again for other projects."

Gary L on December 2021


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BNO Builders

5.00(
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BNO Builders

5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2005 years of experience

BNO Builders is a locally owned and operated company with over 20 years industry experience. We are a full service general contractor. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We will treat your home as if it were our own. Workmanship guaranteed. Call us today!

"BNO Builders did a fantastic job on our home renovation. Nestor, our contractor, was a knowledgeable and compassionate professional who walked us through the whole process from the start to finishing the smallest details. He made sure everything was done to a high standard. The workers were all very respectful of us and the property. And they finished our whole townhome faster than any of the other contractors quoted. We would choose BNO over and over again so long as Nestor would be our contractor. We put our full trust in him, and he came through every time."

Dina P on August 2024

BNO Builders is a locally owned and operated company with over 20 years industry experience. We are a full service general contractor. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We will treat your home as if it were our own. Workmanship guaranteed. Call us today!

"BNO Builders did a fantastic job on our home renovation. Nestor, our contractor, was a knowledgeable and compassionate professional who walked us through the whole process from the start to finishing the smallest details. He made sure everything was done to a high standard. The workers were all very respectful of us and the property. And they finished our whole townhome faster than any of the other contractors quoted. We would choose BNO over and over again so long as Nestor would be our contractor. We put our full trust in him, and he came through every time."

Dina P on August 2024

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Home Building questions, answered by experts

Due to the expansion of the tiny house movement, you can usually find tiny houses to buy in your state. Prices range considerably based on size, style, and type. If you’re looking for a tiny home that’s move-in ready, you may be able to find a good deal to buy or a prefab dealer near you. 

Most contractors aim for about a 20% profit on a job, leaving themselves room for unexpected expenses or delays. After accounting for materials, labor, and insurance, the profit margin for most contractors is between 10% and 20%. Fluctuating costs of materials and labor affect the ultimate percentage.

Renovating or remodeling an existing structure is usually less expensive than the cost to build a new house. That’s because you can save on the costs of new building materials, laying a foundation, framing the entire building, and installing new materials and utilities throughout the house. However, if a home is in very poor condition or is incredibly old, you could spend more on upgrades and restoration compared to building from scratch.

When you compare traditional houses to prefab homes, the latter can be more sustainable for many reasons. For example, manufacturers have a more streamlined construction process for modular homes, which means there’s less waste. Additionally, some prefabricated housing manufacturers strive for energy-efficient buildings, and others produce off-the-grid capable homes that produce their own energy. 

Some companies even offer net-zero buildings, which are arguably the most sustainable. So if sustainability is important to you, prefab homes can be a great fit.

The construction stage, which includes pouring the foundation, framing the structure or building the walls if you choose a concrete house, and installing doors, windows, a roof, siding, drywall, and flooring, will almost always take the longest. The planning phase can take just as long if you’re building a custom home, but the finishing process, which includes painting, installing trim, and finishing the interior, will rarely take longer than the previous two phases.

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