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We are a complete kitchen and bath remodeling showroom with years of experience in quality residential kitchen remodeling and bathroom remodeling. Along with basement redo’s at low costs, as well as other major home renovation. Our company provides the most comprehensive affordable kitchen and bathroom remodeling services. We are committed to giving our customers a wide range of modern, traditional and classic kitchens and bathroom options and making the process of finding and buying your dream kitchen and bathroom as easy as possible.

We are a complete kitchen and bath remodeling showroom with years of experience in quality residential kitchen remodeling and bathroom remodeling. Along with basement redo’s at low costs, as well as other major home renovation. Our company provides the most comprehensive affordable kitchen and bathroom remodeling services. We are committed to giving our customers a wide range of modern, traditional and classic kitchens and bathroom options and making the process of finding and buying your dream kitchen and bathroom as easy as possible.


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Bridgestone Construction Inc.

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Bridgestone Construction Inc.

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
122 local quotes requested

Bridgestone Construction is a full service construction and remodeling company. We can do everything from ground up development for single family and multi-family, to kitchen remodels, home remodels, roofing, flooring, and more! We offer the most competitive prices in Southern California, but we never sacrifice quality. We have a team of skilled contractors and developers who have been in this space for 30 years.

"Bridgestone Construction just completed our master bathroom remodel and we are thrilled with the experience and final outcome. Our designer was thoughtful to our needs and open to trying new things to make our vision a reality. Jeremiah was our project manager and his communication was exceptional. We were provided a detailed time-line of dates and times of what to expect. He would also stop by in-person or call daily to monitor progress. The team was punctual, kind, professional, detail-oriented and clean. They gave us the bathroom of our dreams! Would recommend Bridgestone Construction."

Judith R on July 2024

Bridgestone Construction is a full service construction and remodeling company. We can do everything from ground up development for single family and multi-family, to kitchen remodels, home remodels, roofing, flooring, and more! We offer the most competitive prices in Southern California, but we never sacrifice quality. We have a team of skilled contractors and developers who have been in this space for 30 years.

"Bridgestone Construction just completed our master bathroom remodel and we are thrilled with the experience and final outcome. Our designer was thoughtful to our needs and open to trying new things to make our vision a reality. Jeremiah was our project manager and his communication was exceptional. We were provided a detailed time-line of dates and times of what to expect. He would also stop by in-person or call daily to monitor progress. The team was punctual, kind, professional, detail-oriented and clean. They gave us the bathroom of our dreams! Would recommend Bridgestone Construction."

Judith R on July 2024


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AMERICAN PROFESSIONAL BUILDER'S INC

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AMERICAN PROFESSIONAL BUILDER'S INC

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Customers say: Quick response
52 local quotes requested
4 years of experience

AMERICAN PROFESSIONAL BUILDER'S is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Contact us for a FREE on-site estimate and inspection via [email protected] or 747-202-1701 (Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.).

"I was totally wrong in thinking that this company would do a good job because in reality they did something spectacular, the entire work team was very kind and attentive to our family, we are a family that does not open the door to anyone but we decided to trust American Professional Builders, Jose was very friendly and understanding with all of our needs, he always tried to adapt the work to each one's style, my children's rooms are comfortable, elegant and at the same time they can play and have fun with the design that Jose created especially for them, our yards are safe for the children and at the same time we can enjoy a weekend with the wonderful Deck with fireplace and kitchen, the pool with games that Jose recommended and that he built is beautiful and fun for the family, the type of tile he used looks luxurious and the pavers he installed with the artificial grass around it were exactly what we dreamed of, we are going to build an ADU soon and we are already working on the pl"

Tiffany G on September 2025

AMERICAN PROFESSIONAL BUILDER'S is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Contact us for a FREE on-site estimate and inspection via [email protected] or 747-202-1701 (Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.).

"I was totally wrong in thinking that this company would do a good job because in reality they did something spectacular, the entire work team was very kind and attentive to our family, we are a family that does not open the door to anyone but we decided to trust American Professional Builders, Jose was very friendly and understanding with all of our needs, he always tried to adapt the work to each one's style, my children's rooms are comfortable, elegant and at the same time they can play and have fun with the design that Jose created especially for them, our yards are safe for the children and at the same time we can enjoy a weekend with the wonderful Deck with fireplace and kitchen, the pool with games that Jose recommended and that he built is beautiful and fun for the family, the type of tile he used looks luxurious and the pavers he installed with the artificial grass around it were exactly what we dreamed of, we are going to build an ADU soon and we are already working on the pl"

Tiffany G on September 2025


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EYE 4 DESIGN

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EYE 4 DESIGN

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
24 local quotes requested

Eye 4 Design and Renovation is a small remodeling company based in Eagle Rock, CA. We pride ourselves on our high level of construction detail and our excellent customer service. Eye 4 covers all of Los Angeles County. We have many project references and some are willing to share our work in person. Our system is set up to maximize quality at realistic pricing. We are fully licensed and carry a 2 million dollar general liability policy. All of our staff are expected to be courteous and easy to communicate with. Our people are our strength. We are highly knowledgeable and experienced in Los Angeles construction. LIC#878235

"I love this crew. Nick, Jake and a rotating cast of experts remodeled my bathroom, attic and did other smaller projects in my house. I work from home, so rapport and trust, while always important, were imperative to such a long scope. The kitchen turned out so well, we felt like we had a thought partner and someone who could think outside of the typical contractor box. It's opened our home up so much and was worth every penny and every extra day."

Beth C on May 2023

Eye 4 Design and Renovation is a small remodeling company based in Eagle Rock, CA. We pride ourselves on our high level of construction detail and our excellent customer service. Eye 4 covers all of Los Angeles County. We have many project references and some are willing to share our work in person. Our system is set up to maximize quality at realistic pricing. We are fully licensed and carry a 2 million dollar general liability policy. All of our staff are expected to be courteous and easy to communicate with. Our people are our strength. We are highly knowledgeable and experienced in Los Angeles construction. LIC#878235

"I love this crew. Nick, Jake and a rotating cast of experts remodeled my bathroom, attic and did other smaller projects in my house. I work from home, so rapport and trust, while always important, were imperative to such a long scope. The kitchen turned out so well, we felt like we had a thought partner and someone who could think outside of the typical contractor box. It's opened our home up so much and was worth every penny and every extra day."

Beth C on May 2023


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TME Construction Inc

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TME Construction Inc

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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
212 local quotes requested

Here at TME Constructuion, bringing dreams to life is our duty, beit in your home, work place, or with our help, your own personal sanctuary. We believe "Nothing is Impossible" and with over 25 years in the business, we know exactly how to make dreams a reality that will serve your needs perfectly. We service all of L.A. County from Malibu to Long Beach to our home town of Santa Clarita. Being family owned and operated, we can easily provide that personal touch while at the same time have a team capable of even the biggest of tasks. No travel fees. No job too small- ask about our handyman services. Additional contact name - Tony Ciaramaglia. Award winning. See website for additional service areas. Alternate Phone: (818) 388-1796 Fax: (661) 283-1405

"Work was performed quickly and professionally."

Bill B on January 2025

Here at TME Constructuion, bringing dreams to life is our duty, beit in your home, work place, or with our help, your own personal sanctuary. We believe "Nothing is Impossible" and with over 25 years in the business, we know exactly how to make dreams a reality that will serve your needs perfectly. We service all of L.A. County from Malibu to Long Beach to our home town of Santa Clarita. Being family owned and operated, we can easily provide that personal touch while at the same time have a team capable of even the biggest of tasks. No travel fees. No job too small- ask about our handyman services. Additional contact name - Tony Ciaramaglia. Award winning. See website for additional service areas. Alternate Phone: (818) 388-1796 Fax: (661) 283-1405

"Work was performed quickly and professionally."

Bill B on January 2025


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getty creative

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getty creative

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Customers say: Quick response
54 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

Getty Creative is an owner operated carpentry company specializing in remodels and custom projects. We have worked on projects from Malibu to Long Beach and many spots between. Let us help you complete your latest renovation or wood working project to upgrade and complete your home.

"I hired Peter to build a structure on the side of our house and add a concrete slab for the floor below it. Total was $4705. I sent him deposit of $2600. $250 more than required. He got the concrete poured but I had to follow up to make sure it got finished cleanly. But it was not properly finished, like sealing it and adding silicone to the seams where it meets the house. We ended up canceling the structure project and had no problem forfeiting the deposit for his time, but he hasn't answered any texts and never came to finish the concrete properly. We gave him $250 more than the deposit required so if he's going to keep it, then he should finish the work that was started right and communicate. I have texted numerous times but no answer. "

Colin B on November 2025

Getty Creative is an owner operated carpentry company specializing in remodels and custom projects. We have worked on projects from Malibu to Long Beach and many spots between. Let us help you complete your latest renovation or wood working project to upgrade and complete your home.

"I hired Peter to build a structure on the side of our house and add a concrete slab for the floor below it. Total was $4705. I sent him deposit of $2600. $250 more than required. He got the concrete poured but I had to follow up to make sure it got finished cleanly. But it was not properly finished, like sealing it and adding silicone to the seams where it meets the house. We ended up canceling the structure project and had no problem forfeiting the deposit for his time, but he hasn't answered any texts and never came to finish the concrete properly. We gave him $250 more than the deposit required so if he's going to keep it, then he should finish the work that was started right and communicate. I have texted numerous times but no answer. "

Colin B on November 2025


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AGA Construction Inc

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AGA Construction Inc

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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
736 local quotes requested

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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Mr. Handyman serving West Los Angeles

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Mr. Handyman serving West Los Angeles

4.65(
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Customers say: Super punctual
226 local quotes requested
25 years of experience

Mr. Handyman provides professional, safe, reliable handyman service for your entire "To Do" list is just one call away. That's why local residents choose our professional handymen, who specialize in ALL major and minor home repairs over an independent handyman. Mr Handyman technicians are insured, background checked and full-time employees. No subs. Our technicians have a minimum of 15 years of experience in the trades. We have a perfect record with the California State License Board. Award winning.

"Paul walked me through what and how project was done. He showed me how he improved attaching the bookshelves over my way."

Ron T on September 2020

Mr. Handyman provides professional, safe, reliable handyman service for your entire "To Do" list is just one call away. That's why local residents choose our professional handymen, who specialize in ALL major and minor home repairs over an independent handyman. Mr Handyman technicians are insured, background checked and full-time employees. No subs. Our technicians have a minimum of 15 years of experience in the trades. We have a perfect record with the California State License Board. Award winning.

"Paul walked me through what and how project was done. He showed me how he improved attaching the bookshelves over my way."

Ron T on September 2020


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Mr. Handyman Serving Beverly Hills & Hollywood

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Mr. Handyman Serving Beverly Hills & Hollywood

4.70(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
209 local quotes requested

Mr. Handyman is a licensed contractor (CA lic #807495) and proud to have a perfect record with the licensing board, a perfect AAA rating with the Better Business Bureau, and the most A ratings in the Handyman category on Angie's List. And we guarantee our work 100%! Our technicians are all full-time employees, with between 15 and 30 years of experience, and fully background-checked. We hire only the best craftsmen in Los Angeles. Mr. Handyman has won over 20 awards for service and we've been family-owned and operating in LA for 12 years. We're at your service!

"Great handyman!"

Kacy F on September 2023

Mr. Handyman is a licensed contractor (CA lic #807495) and proud to have a perfect record with the licensing board, a perfect AAA rating with the Better Business Bureau, and the most A ratings in the Handyman category on Angie's List. And we guarantee our work 100%! Our technicians are all full-time employees, with between 15 and 30 years of experience, and fully background-checked. We hire only the best craftsmen in Los Angeles. Mr. Handyman has won over 20 awards for service and we've been family-owned and operating in LA for 12 years. We're at your service!

"Great handyman!"

Kacy F on September 2023


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Eagle View Remodeling

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Eagle View Remodeling

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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
900 local quotes requested

We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! Specializing in Painting, Flooring and Ceramic Tile services, we guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today! Visit our website at https://eagleviewremodeling.com/.

"I was pleased with Amir and highly recommend him. He responded quickly with quotes and the delivery of professionals to my home to get the work done. The jobs were relatively small but he did not hesitate to help me. The quality of the work was excellent."

Susanne S on September 2025

We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! Specializing in Painting, Flooring and Ceramic Tile services, we guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today! Visit our website at https://eagleviewremodeling.com/.

"I was pleased with Amir and highly recommend him. He responded quickly with quotes and the delivery of professionals to my home to get the work done. The jobs were relatively small but he did not hesitate to help me. The quality of the work was excellent."

Susanne S on September 2025

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Begin by analyzing the blueprints and gathering the proper materials before framing a house. With the prep stages behind you, begin by framing the floor of a house on the newly set foundation. Exterior and interior walls come next, along with rough openings for doors and windows. Contractors will then add ceiling and roof rafters to finish things off. 

Most Cape Cod houses are two stories tall at the peak, although they’re considered one-and-a-half stories tall because the steep roof pitch cuts off a portion of the living space on the second story. Unless you raise the roof on your Cape Cod house to add a dormer, the interior rooms upstairs will lose some usable living space to the sloped ceilings.

Balcony construction or replacement typically requires a building permit from your local permitting authority. Safety and building integrity are the main reasons for the need to obtain a permit and the subsequent inspections. In some cases, especially cantilevered balconies, your municipality may also require the oversight and signature of a structural engineer.

Yes, a one-story house can have a load-bearing wall. The load-bearing walls in a single-story home are usually the exterior walls. If the house has a basement with exposed walls, the arrangement of the beams can help indicate what walls are load-bearing.

A cross brace for a fence gate should stretch from the top corner of the gate’s hinge side to the bottom corner of its latch side at a 45-degree angle to the bottom of the gate. This positioning distributes the bulk of the gate’s weight to the base of the post, taking pressure off the top hinge.

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