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"The remodeling of my guest bath went very smoothly. I had few ideas as to what I wanted, but thanks to Nathan's design help, I was able to select the items that fit my concept. Many reviews talk mainly about the job and the results, but there is one important area that is often neglected: the working crew. Without exception his guys, besides being highly competent, were both respectful and considerate at all times. I strongly recommend this company!"

Edward M on February 2025

General building contractor. Specializing in custom kitchens and bathrooms. Complete interior design and planning. Additions and new construction. Custom carpentry, tile and stone work.

"The remodeling of my guest bath went very smoothly. I had few ideas as to what I wanted, but thanks to Nathan's design help, I was able to select the items that fit my concept. Many reviews talk mainly about the job and the results, but there is one important area that is often neglected: the working crew. Without exception his guys, besides being highly competent, were both respectful and considerate at all times. I strongly recommend this company!"

Edward M on February 2025


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Axe Construction

5.00(
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Axe Construction

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
2019 years of experience

At Axe Construction we pride ourselves in providing a personalized concierge-like approach towards your construction/remodeling projects. Over the years, we are proud to have cemented our identity into Southern California, translating dreams into into reality. From a blueprint to entering your new luxury property, our highly trained staff will be with you each step of the way. Specializes in ground-up construction, condos and design. What sets Axe Construction apart from competitors is that you receive a complete package of construction, design and project management. You will feel at ease through the entire experience and be taken care of.

"I recently purchased a new construction home built by Axe Construction, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. There were a couple of small hiccups during move-in (as with any new build), but Tomer and the Axe team handled everything quickly, professionally, and without hesitation. Their responsiveness and commitment to making sure I was completely satisfied really stood out. The quality of the construction is excellent — thoughtful layout, great finishes, and solid craftsmanship throughout. It’s clear they take pride in their work. I highly recommend Axe Construction to anyone looking for a trustworthy, high-end builder. They stand behind their product and genuinely care about their clients. I’m very happy with my home and grateful for how smoothly everything was ultimately handled."

Shawn W on November 2025

At Axe Construction we pride ourselves in providing a personalized concierge-like approach towards your construction/remodeling projects. Over the years, we are proud to have cemented our identity into Southern California, translating dreams into into reality. From a blueprint to entering your new luxury property, our highly trained staff will be with you each step of the way. Specializes in ground-up construction, condos and design. What sets Axe Construction apart from competitors is that you receive a complete package of construction, design and project management. You will feel at ease through the entire experience and be taken care of.

"I recently purchased a new construction home built by Axe Construction, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. There were a couple of small hiccups during move-in (as with any new build), but Tomer and the Axe team handled everything quickly, professionally, and without hesitation. Their responsiveness and commitment to making sure I was completely satisfied really stood out. The quality of the construction is excellent — thoughtful layout, great finishes, and solid craftsmanship throughout. It’s clear they take pride in their work. I highly recommend Axe Construction to anyone looking for a trustworthy, high-end builder. They stand behind their product and genuinely care about their clients. I’m very happy with my home and grateful for how smoothly everything was ultimately handled."

Shawn W on November 2025


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AGA Construction Inc

4.82(
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AGA Construction Inc

4.82(
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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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Avanti Construction Group, Inc.

5.00(
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Avanti Construction Group, Inc.

5.00(
27
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
2024 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

LOOK NO FURTHER! Avanti Construction Group is a California-based licensed design-build contractor specializing in architectural, engineering, and construction solutions for residential, commercial, and multifamily projects. We combine innovative design with precision construction management to streamline every phase. Our team of designers, builders, and project managers works under one contract to ensure cost efficiency, speed, and quality. With full transparency and sustainability in mind, we transform visions into functional, refined spaces that meet California’s strict building and energy codes. Why Homeowners Choose Us: Experience stress-free construction with daily project updates, clear communication, and on-site accountability. Core Services: Roofing, HVAC Upgrades, Window Installations, Additions & ADUs, Interior Layout Reconfiguration, Decks. Trusted • Licensed • Stress-Free

"????? Our roof replacement was completed ahead of schedule and the quality of the work is outstanding. The team kept everything neat and made the whole process stress-free.Crew did an excellent job, answered all our questions, and left everything spotless. Great experience overall."

Scott C on October 2025

LOOK NO FURTHER! Avanti Construction Group is a California-based licensed design-build contractor specializing in architectural, engineering, and construction solutions for residential, commercial, and multifamily projects. We combine innovative design with precision construction management to streamline every phase. Our team of designers, builders, and project managers works under one contract to ensure cost efficiency, speed, and quality. With full transparency and sustainability in mind, we transform visions into functional, refined spaces that meet California’s strict building and energy codes. Why Homeowners Choose Us: Experience stress-free construction with daily project updates, clear communication, and on-site accountability. Core Services: Roofing, HVAC Upgrades, Window Installations, Additions & ADUs, Interior Layout Reconfiguration, Decks. Trusted • Licensed • Stress-Free

"????? Our roof replacement was completed ahead of schedule and the quality of the work is outstanding. The team kept everything neat and made the whole process stress-free.Crew did an excellent job, answered all our questions, and left everything spotless. Great experience overall."

Scott C on October 2025


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KN Remodeling & Supplies Inc

4.84(
38
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KN Remodeling & Supplies Inc

4.84(
38
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
2012 years of experience

Family owned and operated, KN remodeling is dedicated to the highest customer satisfaction, providing quality home improvement while giving you best value for your money. How? By meeting our goals of personal trust, professional management and quality workmanship in a timely manner. Thanks to a super team of planner and designers, we have what it takes to bring your project from concept to completion in a fashion that insures the in quality, durability and beauty.

"It went very well, thanks to Nathen and his workers. They cleaned up the trash everyday when they finished the work. The work was done in the time frame they gave me with no hold ups at any point. I already recommended to s friend of mine."

PETRA O on May 2021

Family owned and operated, KN remodeling is dedicated to the highest customer satisfaction, providing quality home improvement while giving you best value for your money. How? By meeting our goals of personal trust, professional management and quality workmanship in a timely manner. Thanks to a super team of planner and designers, we have what it takes to bring your project from concept to completion in a fashion that insures the in quality, durability and beauty.

"It went very well, thanks to Nathen and his workers. They cleaned up the trash everyday when they finished the work. The work was done in the time frame they gave me with no hold ups at any point. I already recommended to s friend of mine."

PETRA O on May 2021


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So Cal Builders & Design Inc

4.72(
187
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So Cal Builders & Design Inc

4.72(
187
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
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.

"Very good company . I am very satisfied with their professionalism . Highly recommended this company"

Leta W on December 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.

"Very good company . I am very satisfied with their professionalism . Highly recommended this company"

Leta W on December 2025


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Supreme Remodeling Inc

4.76(
310
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Supreme Remodeling Inc

4.76(
310
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
2000 years of experience

Complete remodeling and new construction general contractors near you, Supreme Remodeling, Inc., will masterfully build from your new construction dream to meet the specifications for your exquisite new construction reality. Licensed, bonded, and insured, please visit supremeremodelinginc.com galleries for great examples in exquisitely realized new construction. Great builders in life begat great buildings of life. Building a safe and responsible structure from the instructions of a well conceived design that has incorporated your needs and wants while conveying your story artfully demands Supreme Remodeling, Inc.’s team of craftsmen that awaken with passion for their craft and care about your project’s success. You will notice your goals are our focus from the first moment you meet us. When it comes to any of your project requests: New Construction; Home Additions; Bathroom Remodeling; Kitchen Remodeling; Garage Conversions; ADUs; Home Construction and beyond. We will build a structure—reinforcing comfort systems reducing and absorbing outdoor and indoor element feedback, enhancing your privacy, forming a more relaxing environment. From paper to reality, soil conditions, climate, your home’s envelope, insulation and air sealing, windows, doors, skylights, daylighting, material thermal conductivity, small to large electrical appliances. We are building your vision with a unique respect for geology and form—establishing a perfect safe foundation. Various colours, textures, and materials, closures and openings such as doors, windows, siding, accents with trim, punctuated by great lighting, elevating your home's tone and positive energy flow —a fulfiling oasis. A business built over decades of hard work and passion for ethical construction is the core of our story. We look forward with pleasure—creating and building your new construction masterpiece that runneth over with fond memories—your space of luxurious function and glorious fulfillment enhanced by your story.

"We did a 3 room kitchen and bath remodel in just under 3 months, and we are over the moon with how well everything came out! Micky and his team are simply superb — every team he brought in did top notch work, including tiles, flooring, plumbing, electrical, countertop, cabinets, glass, stucco, windows, drywall, and more. Micky coordinated everything to perfection, ensuring the project was progressing day to day, sometimes hour by hour. The only “negative” was that we had to work hard to keep up with their impressive pace (in terms of making decisions and ordering needed supplies) and it was well worth it! We are now starting an ADU conversion and we can’t wait for the results."

Gerald C on July 2025

Complete remodeling and new construction general contractors near you, Supreme Remodeling, Inc., will masterfully build from your new construction dream to meet the specifications for your exquisite new construction reality. Licensed, bonded, and insured, please visit supremeremodelinginc.com galleries for great examples in exquisitely realized new construction. Great builders in life begat great buildings of life. Building a safe and responsible structure from the instructions of a well conceived design that has incorporated your needs and wants while conveying your story artfully demands Supreme Remodeling, Inc.’s team of craftsmen that awaken with passion for their craft and care about your project’s success. You will notice your goals are our focus from the first moment you meet us. When it comes to any of your project requests: New Construction; Home Additions; Bathroom Remodeling; Kitchen Remodeling; Garage Conversions; ADUs; Home Construction and beyond. We will build a structure—reinforcing comfort systems reducing and absorbing outdoor and indoor element feedback, enhancing your privacy, forming a more relaxing environment. From paper to reality, soil conditions, climate, your home’s envelope, insulation and air sealing, windows, doors, skylights, daylighting, material thermal conductivity, small to large electrical appliances. We are building your vision with a unique respect for geology and form—establishing a perfect safe foundation. Various colours, textures, and materials, closures and openings such as doors, windows, siding, accents with trim, punctuated by great lighting, elevating your home's tone and positive energy flow —a fulfiling oasis. A business built over decades of hard work and passion for ethical construction is the core of our story. We look forward with pleasure—creating and building your new construction masterpiece that runneth over with fond memories—your space of luxurious function and glorious fulfillment enhanced by your story.

"We did a 3 room kitchen and bath remodel in just under 3 months, and we are over the moon with how well everything came out! Micky and his team are simply superb — every team he brought in did top notch work, including tiles, flooring, plumbing, electrical, countertop, cabinets, glass, stucco, windows, drywall, and more. Micky coordinated everything to perfection, ensuring the project was progressing day to day, sometimes hour by hour. The only “negative” was that we had to work hard to keep up with their impressive pace (in terms of making decisions and ordering needed supplies) and it was well worth it! We are now starting an ADU conversion and we can’t wait for the results."

Gerald C on July 2025


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Smart Eye Construction Inc.

4.95(
19
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Smart Eye Construction Inc.

4.95(
19
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2001 years of experience

We are licensed,bonded,and insured. (WE DO NOT DO REPAIRS) We specialize in a wide range of services including new driveways,new foundations, retaining walls and wonderful in ground swimming pools. We specialze in ADU's, new additiions,total remodels,beautiful kitchens and bathrooms. We work on medium to large projects. With our experienced team, we guarantee the best job at the best price. Our goal is to turn our client’s vision into reality. We get the job done on time and within budget. We are simply the best, we are Smart Eye Construction.

"Excellent professionals for a new driveway."

tammis b on January 2025

We are licensed,bonded,and insured. (WE DO NOT DO REPAIRS) We specialize in a wide range of services including new driveways,new foundations, retaining walls and wonderful in ground swimming pools. We specialze in ADU's, new additiions,total remodels,beautiful kitchens and bathrooms. We work on medium to large projects. With our experienced team, we guarantee the best job at the best price. Our goal is to turn our client’s vision into reality. We get the job done on time and within budget. We are simply the best, we are Smart Eye Construction.

"Excellent professionals for a new driveway."

tammis b on January 2025


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Olympia Construction, Inc.

4.95(
22
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Olympia Construction, Inc.

4.95(
22
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2005 years of experience

Olympia Construction, Inc., we are a privately owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of addition and remodel services that are customizable to each individual project. We are very specialized in room addition , kitchen and bathroom remodeling. Call us today for a free quote!

"With our 350ft new room addition, Olympia Construction did try to sit down with us to work with our budget, give us free rein on what fixtures we would like to put in, and give us input and advice on design, I just wish Ryanâ  s shared more of his expertise in the areas where we unknowledgeable like light fixtures choices before installing. There were some disagreements and unclear objectives which should addressed in the contract. Make sure all the measurements are on point and everything you want is in the contract, including if you want them there at the work site at least every working week day. Lock in your completion date. His foreman was great. Overall it was a nice experience."

Rema C on December 2019

Olympia Construction, Inc., we are a privately owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of addition and remodel services that are customizable to each individual project. We are very specialized in room addition , kitchen and bathroom remodeling. Call us today for a free quote!

"With our 350ft new room addition, Olympia Construction did try to sit down with us to work with our budget, give us free rein on what fixtures we would like to put in, and give us input and advice on design, I just wish Ryanâ  s shared more of his expertise in the areas where we unknowledgeable like light fixtures choices before installing. There were some disagreements and unclear objectives which should addressed in the contract. Make sure all the measurements are on point and everything you want is in the contract, including if you want them there at the work site at least every working week day. Lock in your completion date. His foreman was great. Overall it was a nice experience."

Rema C on December 2019


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HIC Builders, Inc.

5.00(
11
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HIC Builders, Inc.

5.00(
11
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2017 years of experience

HIC ( Home Ideas and Construction ) is a Family owned Business we are construction company. We look forward to coming out to your home and exploring the best, most efficient and budget conscious way we can upgrade you home. Specialize in Remodeling kitchens, bathrooms, pavers, outdoor landscape, patio enclosures, painting and ADU's to garage conversion from blueprinting to city permits we can walk you thru . We know that you are putting your faith and trust in your contractor, we work hard to earn your trust and satisfaction. Our team of experts offers you the latest modern and eco-friendly, materials and aesthetic work that you can imagine.

"ADU construction Plumbing, electrical, drywall, Painting"

Elbia M on February 2025

HIC ( Home Ideas and Construction ) is a Family owned Business we are construction company. We look forward to coming out to your home and exploring the best, most efficient and budget conscious way we can upgrade you home. Specialize in Remodeling kitchens, bathrooms, pavers, outdoor landscape, patio enclosures, painting and ADU's to garage conversion from blueprinting to city permits we can walk you thru . We know that you are putting your faith and trust in your contractor, we work hard to earn your trust and satisfaction. Our team of experts offers you the latest modern and eco-friendly, materials and aesthetic work that you can imagine.

"ADU construction Plumbing, electrical, drywall, Painting"

Elbia M on February 2025

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Home Building questions, answered by experts

The average guest house is between 600 and 1,500 square feet. If you are unsure of how large you should build it, a good basic rule is to have one bedroom for every two occupants, at minimum. Generally, one bedroom for every one to two people is a good ratio. 

As long as you pull the appropriate permits to build your ADU, it will contribute to your property’s total livable square footage. This is even true for basement conversion ADUs despite the living area sitting below grade. Keep in mind that permanent improvements, especially those that add square footage, tend to increase your home value, which can affect your property taxes.

As mentioned above, cupolas are popular for barns to keep hay dry and ventilate smelly air. However, they go back to the 8th century, and you’ll find them across different styles of architecture. For example, you might see them in the Greek Revival style. You can add a cupola to almost any style of house.

An ADU is a section of your home that you can feasibly use to house guests or even tenants. Pool houses can be ADUs if they include a kitchen, a bathroom, and a bedroom, but smaller pool houses and pool sheds are more for the homeowner to get more enjoyment out of their pool than for guests.

Ranch and colonial-style homes are often the most affordable to build. They have a common layout with available designs that are easy to adjust in simple ways without having to spend too much on a structural engineer or architect. Both types of homes' symmetry, simple roofs, and often one or two-story plans mean they often fall in the $150 to $200 square-foot range, putting them right around average.

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