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AGA Construction Inc

4.82(
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AGA Construction Inc

4.82(
108
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
2006 years of experience

FREE estimates and 10% off for Angi's List members! A.G.A Construction, Inc. is a licensed, bonded and insured, full-service construction company. We offer services in both residential and commercial remodeling including, but not limited to, new construction, room additions, kitchen and bathroom remodeling. Our mission at A.G.A Construction is to provide excellent customer satisfaction and top-quality work. We work hard to maintain high standards of exceptional customer service and superiority that has become expected of us over the years. Whatever your remodeling needs are, we take the necessary time to discuss with you the wide variety of options, products, styles, specification and your desired budget available in order to make your vision a reality. When working with our team you can be sure that your remodeling project will exceed your expectations. With any remodeling job, a project is only as good as its foundation. The same is true for our company, which is built on a foundation of trust and strong relationships with our clients. As our saying goes “When we are done, you will be happy, and until you are happy, we are not done.”

"We started the process of building our detached ADU at the beginning of 2022. We hired an Architect, who drew up a plan to build a 1200 sq ft, 3 bedroom 2.5 bathroom house. After 14 months of waiting and addressing revisions required by the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety we got our permit in “Ready to Issue” status. While waiting for city approval, we all started looking for a fair, reliable and honest contractor who would do good/solid construction. We started the process of interviewing contractors and getting bids for the job. After several meetings and several bids, we met Micky Kanian with “AGA Construction”. We found Micky on Yelp. One of his references took us thru an ADU that Micky and team built for his elderly mother-in-law to live in. This family could not say enough good things about Micky and team. They took us thru the property and explained their experience in great detail. We saw another beautiful AGA project, a 5k sq ft + project that was in progress and really knew that day that we’d found our contractor. We weren’t quite ready to pull the trigger for personal reasons, so we put the project on hold. Meanwhile, we continued to collect a couple of other bids that were already in progress. During this process, AGA kept in touch with us. They checked in every few weeks or so, without being pushy or intrusive. After a delay of about 9 months, we decided to move forward with AGA construction. No one is a tougher critic than me. I was dreading this project because of the amount of stress that I knew we’d be under. Both financially and mentally. We’ve all heard and/or lived thru the horror of a construction project gone wrong. I won’t bury the lead any further. We love our ADU!!!!! We started the project on Jan 31st of 2024. We were told that the project would take 6-8 months. We lost the first 6 weeks or so with the heavy rains from last year, but even with that delay, we were mostly done with the project by the middle of August. We ran into the “expected” unknowns and surprises – all dealt with fairly and quickly by Micky and team. I would like to call out Joachin who was amazing. We always felt like we were in the best of qualified hands during this entire process. All inspections were signed off, the last checks were written, and we now have a gorgeous new home behind the main house on that property. We were so happy with the project and trusted Micky and Joachin so much, that we immediately launched a second project of gutting and renovating a very large master bathroom for my In-Laws. That job started on September 23rd and was done the first or second week of November as promised. It would’ve been done sooner, but we had a little “client indecision” that cost us about a week or two. All in all, I would highly recommend Micky and his crew, and we plan to use them for as long as they are in business or until my family and I run out of projects."

howard w on February 2025

FREE estimates and 10% off for Angi's List members! A.G.A Construction, Inc. is a licensed, bonded and insured, full-service construction company. We offer services in both residential and commercial remodeling including, but not limited to, new construction, room additions, kitchen and bathroom remodeling. Our mission at A.G.A Construction is to provide excellent customer satisfaction and top-quality work. We work hard to maintain high standards of exceptional customer service and superiority that has become expected of us over the years. Whatever your remodeling needs are, we take the necessary time to discuss with you the wide variety of options, products, styles, specification and your desired budget available in order to make your vision a reality. When working with our team you can be sure that your remodeling project will exceed your expectations. With any remodeling job, a project is only as good as its foundation. The same is true for our company, which is built on a foundation of trust and strong relationships with our clients. As our saying goes “When we are done, you will be happy, and until you are happy, we are not done.”

"We started the process of building our detached ADU at the beginning of 2022. We hired an Architect, who drew up a plan to build a 1200 sq ft, 3 bedroom 2.5 bathroom house. After 14 months of waiting and addressing revisions required by the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety we got our permit in “Ready to Issue” status. While waiting for city approval, we all started looking for a fair, reliable and honest contractor who would do good/solid construction. We started the process of interviewing contractors and getting bids for the job. After several meetings and several bids, we met Micky Kanian with “AGA Construction”. We found Micky on Yelp. One of his references took us thru an ADU that Micky and team built for his elderly mother-in-law to live in. This family could not say enough good things about Micky and team. They took us thru the property and explained their experience in great detail. We saw another beautiful AGA project, a 5k sq ft + project that was in progress and really knew that day that we’d found our contractor. We weren’t quite ready to pull the trigger for personal reasons, so we put the project on hold. Meanwhile, we continued to collect a couple of other bids that were already in progress. During this process, AGA kept in touch with us. They checked in every few weeks or so, without being pushy or intrusive. After a delay of about 9 months, we decided to move forward with AGA construction. No one is a tougher critic than me. I was dreading this project because of the amount of stress that I knew we’d be under. Both financially and mentally. We’ve all heard and/or lived thru the horror of a construction project gone wrong. I won’t bury the lead any further. We love our ADU!!!!! We started the project on Jan 31st of 2024. We were told that the project would take 6-8 months. We lost the first 6 weeks or so with the heavy rains from last year, but even with that delay, we were mostly done with the project by the middle of August. We ran into the “expected” unknowns and surprises – all dealt with fairly and quickly by Micky and team. I would like to call out Joachin who was amazing. We always felt like we were in the best of qualified hands during this entire process. All inspections were signed off, the last checks were written, and we now have a gorgeous new home behind the main house on that property. We were so happy with the project and trusted Micky and Joachin so much, that we immediately launched a second project of gutting and renovating a very large master bathroom for my In-Laws. That job started on September 23rd and was done the first or second week of November as promised. It would’ve been done sooner, but we had a little “client indecision” that cost us about a week or two. All in all, I would highly recommend Micky and his crew, and we plan to use them for as long as they are in business or until my family and I run out of projects."

howard w on February 2025


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Pacific Coast Termite Inc

4.63(
199
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Pacific Coast Termite Inc

4.63(
199
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Customers say: Super punctual
2007 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Pacific Coast Termite was formed in 2007 by Co-Owners Dennis Wilson and James Grande. The Company was started in Tustin California, and has expanded to cover the entire state. During this time the company has grown each and every year, propelling Pacific Coast Termite to one of the top termite and pest control Company's in the Nation. We built this company with the goal of helping Californians eliminate termite problems without going through the inconveniences of tent fumigation. Pacific Coast Termite has successfully treated over 20,000 homes, businesses, and commercial properties throughout California. By using Orange Oil and other similar products while our customers stayed home.

"The introductory meeting went very well. The representative, Stephan, was very professional, arrived on time and had a professional appearance. He asked good questions , so to understand the extent of our rodent house mates and wanted to see all areas of the house inside and out. He completed a thorough inspection and educated me with his findings and clearly proposed what his company could do to remove the mice. We signed up and are looking forward to being mouse free!"

Shavon C on August 2020

Pacific Coast Termite was formed in 2007 by Co-Owners Dennis Wilson and James Grande. The Company was started in Tustin California, and has expanded to cover the entire state. During this time the company has grown each and every year, propelling Pacific Coast Termite to one of the top termite and pest control Company's in the Nation. We built this company with the goal of helping Californians eliminate termite problems without going through the inconveniences of tent fumigation. Pacific Coast Termite has successfully treated over 20,000 homes, businesses, and commercial properties throughout California. By using Orange Oil and other similar products while our customers stayed home.

"The introductory meeting went very well. The representative, Stephan, was very professional, arrived on time and had a professional appearance. He asked good questions , so to understand the extent of our rodent house mates and wanted to see all areas of the house inside and out. He completed a thorough inspection and educated me with his findings and clearly proposed what his company could do to remove the mice. We signed up and are looking forward to being mouse free!"

Shavon C on August 2020


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So Cal Builders & Design Inc

4.60(
222
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So Cal Builders & Design Inc

4.60(
222
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
1982 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

So Cal Builders & Design have been helping the homes throughout California look perfect one nail and brick at a time! With the best prices and highest standard of service, we can deliver the kitchen or bathroom of your dreams on time and on budget! Our staff of trained technicians will build your addition or remodel to your specifications; using only the finest quality materials and the most up-to-date building procedures. We also have in house masonry service as well as perform a number of other services such as plumbing, lighting, painting, patios, and much more. Because we do it all ourselves, we eliminate miscommunication, stress and down time. We don’t use outside contractors or fancy gimmicks to get our customers. We combine new and modern building practices with tried and true hard work to deliver a work of art every time and that is why our customers make us #1. Request Your Free Estimate Voice Star: (888) 284-9122.

"I was hired to assist this business with improving their Yelp profile and successfully helped remove a negative review as requested. After completing the work, the client stopped responding and has not released the agreed payment. I put in full effort and delivered what was promised. I hope they will do the right thing and complete their commitment."

Asjad A on November 2025

So Cal Builders & Design have been helping the homes throughout California look perfect one nail and brick at a time! With the best prices and highest standard of service, we can deliver the kitchen or bathroom of your dreams on time and on budget! Our staff of trained technicians will build your addition or remodel to your specifications; using only the finest quality materials and the most up-to-date building procedures. We also have in house masonry service as well as perform a number of other services such as plumbing, lighting, painting, patios, and much more. Because we do it all ourselves, we eliminate miscommunication, stress and down time. We don’t use outside contractors or fancy gimmicks to get our customers. We combine new and modern building practices with tried and true hard work to deliver a work of art every time and that is why our customers make us #1. Request Your Free Estimate Voice Star: (888) 284-9122.

"I was hired to assist this business with improving their Yelp profile and successfully helped remove a negative review as requested. After completing the work, the client stopped responding and has not released the agreed payment. I put in full effort and delivered what was promised. I hope they will do the right thing and complete their commitment."

Asjad A on November 2025


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Legacy Builders & Design, Inc.

4.76(
21
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Legacy Builders & Design, Inc.

4.76(
21
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
2017 years of experience

Our Promise to You: Our team will create your dream space in a timely, honest, and cost effective way. Our projects to show the pride we take in our company- this is what sets us apart. In addition to bathroom and kitchen remodels, we specialize in: 1.) Additions and ADU's: Add that much needed square footage to your home, building a better functioning design for you family. Additions and Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) can be a great investment to create equity and get more bang for your buck. Let us help you navigate the process. 2.) Whole Home Remodels: Create a space you love to retreat to. Don’t love your kitchen? Need extra storage? Want to invest in a “Fixer Upper”? We are here to help. 3.) Custom Builds: When you are ready to build your dream home, we are ready to be there every step of the way. Take the stress and pressure off of ground up builds and let us turn it into an exciting and fun process. We welcome you to become part of our Legacy family!

"Jon Whitner stole over $300,000 from us, left our house destroyed, and sent us a text saying he would not be coming back? After talking to a lawyer, they said it would be years of legal battle and wed pay the lawyer more than wed make back. "

Brandon L on January 2025

Our Promise to You: Our team will create your dream space in a timely, honest, and cost effective way. Our projects to show the pride we take in our company- this is what sets us apart. In addition to bathroom and kitchen remodels, we specialize in: 1.) Additions and ADU's: Add that much needed square footage to your home, building a better functioning design for you family. Additions and Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) can be a great investment to create equity and get more bang for your buck. Let us help you navigate the process. 2.) Whole Home Remodels: Create a space you love to retreat to. Don’t love your kitchen? Need extra storage? Want to invest in a “Fixer Upper”? We are here to help. 3.) Custom Builds: When you are ready to build your dream home, we are ready to be there every step of the way. Take the stress and pressure off of ground up builds and let us turn it into an exciting and fun process. We welcome you to become part of our Legacy family!

"Jon Whitner stole over $300,000 from us, left our house destroyed, and sent us a text saying he would not be coming back? After talking to a lawyer, they said it would be years of legal battle and wed pay the lawyer more than wed make back. "

Brandon L on January 2025


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Prosper Construction Development, Inc.

4.88(
38
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Prosper Construction Development, Inc.

4.88(
38
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
2013 years of experience

We are 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 services that are customizable to each individual project. 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 look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Fast response and clear communication throughout the process."

Marco T on April 2025

We are 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 services that are customizable to each individual project. 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 look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Fast response and clear communication throughout the process."

Marco T on April 2025


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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.

4.31(
21
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.

4.31(
21
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Approved Pro
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


"Great job, very tidy and respectful. Love our new shower."

Tammy H on October 2023

Associated Construction is a family owned and operated, third generation construction company. We do all general construction and use sub-contractors as necessary. Please visit our website www.associatedsb.com

"Great job, very tidy and respectful. Love our new shower."

Tammy H on October 2023


Tristan Real Estate Services, Inc.

5.00(
4
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Tristan Real Estate Services, Inc.

5.00(
4
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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

Tristan Construction has been in business since 2011, providing excellent quality work. We do great remodels and additions. We are efficient and on time, and always friendly and pleasant. We're there when you need us, and finished when we say we will be. Call now for the best work in Simi Valley CA. We look forward to making your hopes and dreams a reality.

"Work scheduled less than 24 hours after initial call. Fast, expert installation. Price was great."

Jeff W on May 2017

Tristan Construction has been in business since 2011, providing excellent quality work. We do great remodels and additions. We are efficient and on time, and always friendly and pleasant. We're there when you need us, and finished when we say we will be. Call now for the best work in Simi Valley CA. We look forward to making your hopes and dreams a reality.

"Work scheduled less than 24 hours after initial call. Fast, expert installation. Price was great."

Jeff W on May 2017


"Very respectful, pleased on how clean the team worked and how they kept us updated on job progress. Definitely will hire again for future projects."

Emilia A on April 2023

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Very respectful, pleased on how clean the team worked and how they kept us updated on job progress. Definitely will hire again for future projects."

Emilia A on April 2023


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Basnett Construction

5.00(
5
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Basnett Construction

5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
2020 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With several years experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

"He did a great job. His billing was transparent."

Daniel A on August 2025

With several years experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

"He did a great job. His billing was transparent."

Daniel A on August 2025

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Bump-out additions can add some space to a closet without requiring any significant structural work. This entails pushing back the existing rear or side of the closet, simply moving the wall into either an adjacent room or unused space. For ground-floor closets, this could even be extended to the exterior of the home, but that has its own complications. Bump-outs are a good discussion to have with your contractor if you’re just looking to increase the space a little—not renovate the entire closet space.

Professionals ensure precise alignment and durability, critical for structural integrity.

When hanging a door frame, it’s recommended that you use screws, not nails. Screws are more secure, easier to tighten, and easier to remove if you need to adjust the frame. On average, the cost to replace a door frame is about $400, but you can save on labor costs if you’re confident in your ability to DIY the project. 

For maximum stability, install grab bars on wall studs, as this will adequately support the weight. However, if you don't have access to studs, you can get by with wall anchors. If opting for the latter, choose specialty hollow wall anchors. 

You can use a nail to find ceiling joists, but it’s not as reliable as a stud finder, and you’ll end up with lots of small holes in your ceiling. If the nail hits a joist, you'll feel increased resistance. Mark the spot with a pencil. Repeat this process regularly along the ceiling, 16 or 24 inches apart, until you've mapped out the joist locations.

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