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So Cal Builders & Design Inc

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So Cal Builders & Design Inc

4.60(
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Customers say: Quality work
898 local quotes requested
43 years of experience

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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Sentri Homes

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Sentri Homes

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249 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

Sentri Homes is a full-service contractor delivering high-end home additions, whole-home remodels, new custom builds, luxury kitchens, structural framing, roof replacements, and every major renovation. We assign a dedicated project manager to every job, deliver meticulous craftsmanship with clear communication, and back our work with an industry-leading warranty to ensure complete peace of mind on your largest investments. Our in-house team of licensed builders and master craftsmen consistently earns 5-star reviews by turning big visions into stunning, high-value homes—when you need one trusted partner who truly does it all, we’re the proven choice.

Sentri Homes is a full-service contractor delivering high-end home additions, whole-home remodels, new custom builds, luxury kitchens, structural framing, roof replacements, and every major renovation. We assign a dedicated project manager to every job, deliver meticulous craftsmanship with clear communication, and back our work with an industry-leading warranty to ensure complete peace of mind on your largest investments. Our in-house team of licensed builders and master craftsmen consistently earns 5-star reviews by turning big visions into stunning, high-value homes—when you need one trusted partner who truly does it all, we’re the proven choice.


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Drury Architects Inc.

5.00(
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Drury Architects Inc.

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
21 years of experience

At DRURY, passion for creating spaces that are designed specifically for people and communities is the fundamental driver. Robert M Drury, has extensive experience in the fields of architecture, planning and design. His leadership skills lend themselves to the realm of project management from design to construction to bring your vision to life. www.druryarchitects.com

"Exceptional Architect – Highly Recommend Rob Drury, RA Working with Rob Drury, RA, was an absolute pleasure. He did an outstanding job on our deck project and made what could have been a very stressful permitting process feel effortless. Rob is incredibly knowledgeable, highly responsive, and thorough in his work. His professionalism, attention to detail, and calm guidance were invaluable throughout the process. On top of that, his pricing is very reasonable, especially considering the top-tier quality he delivers. We couldn’t be more satisfied and wholeheartedly recommend Rob to anyone in need of an excellent architect."

Dilli T on May 2025

At DRURY, passion for creating spaces that are designed specifically for people and communities is the fundamental driver. Robert M Drury, has extensive experience in the fields of architecture, planning and design. His leadership skills lend themselves to the realm of project management from design to construction to bring your vision to life. www.druryarchitects.com

"Exceptional Architect – Highly Recommend Rob Drury, RA Working with Rob Drury, RA, was an absolute pleasure. He did an outstanding job on our deck project and made what could have been a very stressful permitting process feel effortless. Rob is incredibly knowledgeable, highly responsive, and thorough in his work. His professionalism, attention to detail, and calm guidance were invaluable throughout the process. On top of that, his pricing is very reasonable, especially considering the top-tier quality he delivers. We couldn’t be more satisfied and wholeheartedly recommend Rob to anyone in need of an excellent architect."

Dilli T on May 2025


Drams Architects

4.83(
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Drams Architects

4.83(
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Customers say: Quick response
9 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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!

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Jennifer A on November 2018

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!

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Jennifer A on November 2018


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Kendall Architecture

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Kendall Architecture

4.50(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
28 years of experience

Kendall Architecture is an LA woman-owned company with over 30 years of experience in architecture, planning and green building. Whether you want to build an addition or Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) or new multifamily housing we have the expertise to realize your dreams while saving money, energy, resources and time. We value honesty and integrity, and stand behind our work. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We give free estimates! We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and producing beautiful and energy efficient homes which meet our clients needs, save them money and protect our planet!

"Prompt, responsive, has great suggestions. Work is excellent."

Richard W on June 2016

Kendall Architecture is an LA woman-owned company with over 30 years of experience in architecture, planning and green building. Whether you want to build an addition or Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) or new multifamily housing we have the expertise to realize your dreams while saving money, energy, resources and time. We value honesty and integrity, and stand behind our work. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We give free estimates! We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and producing beautiful and energy efficient homes which meet our clients needs, save them money and protect our planet!

"Prompt, responsive, has great suggestions. Work is excellent."

Richard W on June 2016


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ArchDesignPlus

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ArchDesignPlus

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

At ArchDesignPlus our goal is to bring all of your design dreams to life. We’ll guide you through every stage of the design process, from the concept, planning, drawings, plans, material selections to construction administration. We’ll interpret all of your wants and needs and convert them into your dream house.

"Shelly is a wonderful designer and architect. She has a background in both so she brings so much to the table. I am a general contractor and I collaborate with her on all of my projects. She has a really easy going disposition, sheâ s knowledgeable and she knows how to meet the clients vision. We have many happy clients because of Shelly- highly recommend."

Guy S on September 2022

At ArchDesignPlus our goal is to bring all of your design dreams to life. We’ll guide you through every stage of the design process, from the concept, planning, drawings, plans, material selections to construction administration. We’ll interpret all of your wants and needs and convert them into your dream house.

"Shelly is a wonderful designer and architect. She has a background in both so she brings so much to the table. I am a general contractor and I collaborate with her on all of my projects. She has a really easy going disposition, sheâ s knowledgeable and she knows how to meet the clients vision. We have many happy clients because of Shelly- highly recommend."

Guy S on September 2022


Flomark, Inc.

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Flomark, Inc.

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25 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Welcome to Flomark, Inc! We are committed to exceeding your expectations and as an expert professional, we will handle your needs with the high quality expertise that you and your home deserve. We offer competitive prices and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Call for a free estimate today!

Welcome to Flomark, Inc! We are committed to exceeding your expectations and as an expert professional, we will handle your needs with the high quality expertise that you and your home deserve. We offer competitive prices and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Call for a free estimate today!


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RCS Engineering Services

5.00(
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RCS Engineering Services

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

Our firm provides structural engineering support for all phases in the design and construction process. Our primary function is to create structural plan packages for submission to the governing authority. We are also available to conduct preliminary field visits and structural observations during construction. In whichever service you need, we pride ourselves in carrying out the job professionally, quickly, and for an affordable price.

"I searched many and started off with others and nobody came close in handling what we needed. I found Richard, he came in and took care of it all; it was completed in a timely manner with his accurate thinking. He definitely thought ahead and it saved me a lot of time, grief and money. He got ahead of any issues and resolved potential problems that could arise. He knew exactly what the city would require and did what needed to be done which saved us an untold amount of time and money. I did not know him from Adam, he works at a very different level of ability and knowledge. His pricing for me was the best! He is a gem, get him if you can!"

Constantine P on January 2020

Our firm provides structural engineering support for all phases in the design and construction process. Our primary function is to create structural plan packages for submission to the governing authority. We are also available to conduct preliminary field visits and structural observations during construction. In whichever service you need, we pride ourselves in carrying out the job professionally, quickly, and for an affordable price.

"I searched many and started off with others and nobody came close in handling what we needed. I found Richard, he came in and took care of it all; it was completed in a timely manner with his accurate thinking. He definitely thought ahead and it saved me a lot of time, grief and money. He got ahead of any issues and resolved potential problems that could arise. He knew exactly what the city would require and did what needed to be done which saved us an untold amount of time and money. I did not know him from Adam, he works at a very different level of ability and knowledge. His pricing for me was the best! He is a gem, get him if you can!"

Constantine P on January 2020


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Ronald Chang Architecture

5.00(
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Ronald Chang Architecture

5.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
40 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

I am an architect working from my home office in Beverly Glen. I have worked on custom residence and additions ranging from modern houses or very old traditional homes with a lot of character. I work on both small and large projects with the same enthusiasm. Architecture and space design equate to quality of life. I attempt to allow my clients to be part of the design process and participate in the design decisions from beginning to end while removing the stress from the construction process. I am one member in a time of three that includes the owner, the architect, and the contractor.

"He's super hard-working. Really knows how to get building plans approved. Very experienced & very affordable."

Jeff on July 2022

I am an architect working from my home office in Beverly Glen. I have worked on custom residence and additions ranging from modern houses or very old traditional homes with a lot of character. I work on both small and large projects with the same enthusiasm. Architecture and space design equate to quality of life. I attempt to allow my clients to be part of the design process and participate in the design decisions from beginning to end while removing the stress from the construction process. I am one member in a time of three that includes the owner, the architect, and the contractor.

"He's super hard-working. Really knows how to get building plans approved. Very experienced & very affordable."

Jeff on July 2022


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Gannage Design - Unlicensed Contractor

5.00(
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Gannage Design - Unlicensed Contractor

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

Why pay more for an Architect? When we can design you a luxurious home for a fraction of the cost! We match our creativity with the owner's vision. Services we provide are, *New Home design, * Remodel or Addition * 3D Visualization * Construction Plans for Building Permit * Processing Permits Give us a call today, we look forward to working with you.

"Aaron expeditiously addresses ANY concerns. He is very knowledgeable and professional. I will welcome the opportunity to recommend this company."

BJ M on April 2020

Why pay more for an Architect? When we can design you a luxurious home for a fraction of the cost! We match our creativity with the owner's vision. Services we provide are, *New Home design, * Remodel or Addition * 3D Visualization * Construction Plans for Building Permit * Processing Permits Give us a call today, we look forward to working with you.

"Aaron expeditiously addresses ANY concerns. He is very knowledgeable and professional. I will welcome the opportunity to recommend this company."

BJ M on April 2020

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Architects questions, answered by experts

The biggest upside to hiring an architect is that they will ensure an efficient building process without errors. They will also ensure your home is free from structural issues and that everything is up to building code. Many permitting agencies require architects to draw construction plans and layouts before working, so hiring an architect will also ensure your project is legal. Additionally, architects help homeowners have a clear idea of their project details before the project starts. Hence, they help unify all parties on a shared vision for the project.

Universal design costs can be minimal when you add them during construction; however, adding universal design principles to existing homes can sometimes increase renovation costs. For example, a mid-grade bathroom remodel is estimated to cost around $30,000, while a standard universal design remodel can cost closer to $40,000. Adding accessible design components can include widening hallways ($500 to $2,000), curbless showers ($2,000 to $8,000), and widening doors ($400 to $800). Keep in mind that these increased costs can lead to higher resale values because universal homes may appeal to a wider variety of buyers.

On average, the cost to hire an architect is between $2,200 and $10,500. Hourly rates for professional architects range from $45 to $250 per hour, depending on the architect’s experience level and location.

The cost for architect services vary depending on several factors, including:

  • Location

  • Project type

  • Experience level of the architect

  • Local demand for the architect’s services

  • Overall cost of the project

When conducting space planning, building codes and regulations need to be considered. As long as you are taking them into account and discussing them with the architect, you should be able to do your space planning appropriately.

Open floor plans can come with drawbacks—mainly the lack of privacy and noise dampening. Walls act as an important barrier for traveling sounds, meaning in an open floor plan you could hear your dishwasher running while sitting in your living room. Storage limitations and separation of activities (for example, keeping the kid’s playroom away from the dining room) are other reasons some homeowners are opting out of an open floor plan.

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