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DM Building Inc
4.9(
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Serving Valley Center, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Customers say: True professional

"Danny took on our project, which was to build a home on an oddly-shaped, canyon side lot. We hired him as he had experience building on hillsides as well as with working with our architect. Ours was a very difficult project; from Coastal Commission to City approval, as well as with structural engineering. Danny had a plan for how to access and install our caissons into the hillside from day one. Not only that, his crew and sub-contractors showed up everyday, on-time for our year and a 1/2 building period. We communicated nearly every day via text or phone calls; Danny and his supervisor Scott were always VERY responsive. They were also open to alternate ideas in order to cut down construction costs. We've now been in our new home one year, and can honestly say that we are very happy with the craftsmanship and quality of our home. Moreover, the few small issues that we have had (garage door opener; low water pressure), Danny has continued to be responsive and to send his team back out to assist us over this past year. Overall, DM Building is an honest and earnest group of builders who only want the best for your project. I highly recommend DM Building, and would be happy to discuss their work further with anyone who is looking for a custom home builder or looking to embark on a large remodel project. Here are our pix from DM Building's website: [*** Link removed ***] and from our architect's site: [*** Link removed ***] Sincerely, -Susan Spencer [email protected]"
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+9

Response time6 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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C & H Gardens Artistic Landscape & Tree Service
4.5(
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Serving Valley Center, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We recently redid the landscaping in our newly purchased home. Kent Horner spent quite a bit of time w us suggesting creative design elements as part of the bidding process. We chose C and H from the several estimates we received and are happy we did. Kent’s crew was timely, worked very hard, reacted positively to our change requests and thoroughly cleaned up at the end of every day. Kent stopped by most days to make sure all was well! And it was! We love our yard and appreciate the work that Kent and his guys did! Highly recommended. Pete and Mickie"
Del Mar
Del Mar
Del Mar
Del Mar
Encinitas

+19

Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Pac Sands Corp
5.0(
7
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Serving Valley Center, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We did a full remodel of our place, full new kitchen, and expanded our place into the backyard for a new master suite. Pac Sands did a really great job with our designs. Great tools that made the communication easy with the plans and changes we needed. And they handled the engineering and permitting too, which was great. Highly recommend."
6-Plex Aerial view
6-Plex Render
Carlsbad 6-Plex Axo
Response time2 days
72 neighbors recently requested a quote
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.7(
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Serving Valley Center, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Our kitchen remodel exceeded our expectations, providing us with a beautiful and highly efficient space for cooking and gathering. We're thrilled with the results, as the new design seamlessly integrates style and functionality."
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+1

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by15%of homeowners
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Allenbach Architecture
3.5(
7
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Serving Valley Center, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"I wanted to hire, but landlord wanted to use their choice. Allenbach called me immediately and was great about listening to my needs and had great communication."
 Custom Kitchen
 Back Yard
 Kitchen
 After View of Remodel
 Custom Garage for a Gear Head buddy

+5

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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APEX Drafting LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Valley Center, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We have a single mission: Complete Customer Satisfaction! We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress-free experience.\nYou will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details.\nOur reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\nWe look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!\n

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Architects questions, answered by experts

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In most cases, you should get an architect before you hire a builder. An architect will be the one to draw up formal plans for your project, including guidelines and even material lists for your builder to follow during construction. Many architects can even help you find builders, choose one for your project, and negotiate prices. Some are also willing to act as project managers throughout the process, working closely with a builder from start to finish.

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