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Dynasty Plumbing Inc
36150 Cherrywood Dr
5.00(
25
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Approved Pro
Dynasty Plumbing Inc
36150 Cherrywood Dr
5.00(
25
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1038 local quotes requested

We are a licensed General Contractors specializing in custom bathroom and kitchen remodels. We are also licensed Plumbing Contractors for all of your plumbing needs including: repairs, re-pipes, new construction, and complete design & build remodels.

"Isaac with Dynasty plumbing was a lifesaver. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and so helpful!! I am so grateful to have found him, and any future plumbing issues, I will go to Isaac first!"

Deanna U on April 2022

We are a licensed General Contractors specializing in custom bathroom and kitchen remodels. We are also licensed Plumbing Contractors for all of your plumbing needs including: repairs, re-pipes, new construction, and complete design & build remodels.

"Isaac with Dynasty plumbing was a lifesaver. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and so helpful!! I am so grateful to have found him, and any future plumbing issues, I will go to Isaac first!"

Deanna U on April 2022


Anderson Plumbing Services
P.O. Box 1110
No reviews
Anderson Plumbing Services
P.O. Box 1110
No reviews
12 years of experience

Family owned and operated. Over 25 years of experience. Discounts for military and seniors.

Family owned and operated. Over 25 years of experience. Discounts for military and seniors.


Auto Transport - United Freight Of America
1844 N Nob Hill Rd
4.82(
941
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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America
1844 N Nob Hill Rd
4.82(
941
)
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021


SunCoast Elevator Co.
10948 Grand Ave
No reviews
SunCoast Elevator Co.
10948 Grand Ave
No reviews
22 years of experience

SunCoast Elevator Company specializes in home & residential elevator manufacturing and installation. With over 45 years experience in four states, we at SunCoast Elevator are accustomed to overcoming nearly every obstacle known to the industry. All technicians are directly employed by SunCoast Elevator, as we never use 1099 subcontract labor. With our primary background originating from the commercial elevator industry, a professional fit and finish to your project is assured. Our focus is to produce and install the highest quality home elevator for your residence. We also offer elevator repair and service for your existing home lifts.

SunCoast Elevator Company specializes in home & residential elevator manufacturing and installation. With over 45 years experience in four states, we at SunCoast Elevator are accustomed to overcoming nearly every obstacle known to the industry. All technicians are directly employed by SunCoast Elevator, as we never use 1099 subcontract labor. With our primary background originating from the commercial elevator industry, a professional fit and finish to your project is assured. Our focus is to produce and install the highest quality home elevator for your residence. We also offer elevator repair and service for your existing home lifts.


MARTINEZ HOME IMPROVEMENT
Unknown
1.00(
1
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MARTINEZ HOME IMPROVEMENT
Unknown
1.00(
1
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27 years of experience

4-5 EMPLOYER

4-5 EMPLOYER


System Pavers
3175 Old Conejo Rd
4.56(
54
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System Pavers
3175 Old Conejo Rd
4.56(
54
)
Customers say: Quality work
33 years of experience

System Pavers is the nation’s leading outdoor remodeling company, thanks to award-winning customer service and more than 30 years of experience behind every install. With every project backed by industry-leading warranties, over 90,000 homeowners have trusted System Pavers to create beautiful, easy-to-maintain outdoor spaces where family and friends can connect for generations. System Pavers’ visionary designers and expert installation teams specialize in hardscapes, patios, driveways, turf, outdoor kitchens, BBQ islands, water features, fire features, decking, and more.

"When I called Rich Daugherty at System Pavers a few weeks ago with a very unusual issue, he sent Harley Waycasy over immediately. Harley assisted in saving my artificial grass from being damaged by a possible action of DWP. Everything has been worked out over time. Harley kept checking in to see what was happening. He returned when appropriate and reinstalled my artificial grass. It looks beautiful. I would have been lost without these two individuals. Much thanks to System Pavers, Rich and Harley. Great job!"

Adriane S on May 2023

System Pavers is the nation’s leading outdoor remodeling company, thanks to award-winning customer service and more than 30 years of experience behind every install. With every project backed by industry-leading warranties, over 90,000 homeowners have trusted System Pavers to create beautiful, easy-to-maintain outdoor spaces where family and friends can connect for generations. System Pavers’ visionary designers and expert installation teams specialize in hardscapes, patios, driveways, turf, outdoor kitchens, BBQ islands, water features, fire features, decking, and more.

"When I called Rich Daugherty at System Pavers a few weeks ago with a very unusual issue, he sent Harley Waycasy over immediately. Harley assisted in saving my artificial grass from being damaged by a possible action of DWP. Everything has been worked out over time. Harley kept checking in to see what was happening. He returned when appropriate and reinstalled my artificial grass. It looks beautiful. I would have been lost without these two individuals. Much thanks to System Pavers, Rich and Harley. Great job!"

Adriane S on May 2023


RMA Home Remodeling Diamond Bar
20955 Pathfinder Rd
No reviews
RMA Home Remodeling Diamond Bar
20955 Pathfinder Rd
No reviews
27 years of experience

RMA Home Remodeling specializes in all types of home improvement and remodeling services in all areas of the home including kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, room addition and much more. Give us a call today and let us beautify your home.

RMA Home Remodeling specializes in all types of home improvement and remodeling services in all areas of the home including kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, room addition and much more. Give us a call today and let us beautify your home.


Big Ben Construction
8940 Holly Place
No reviews
Big Ben Construction
8940 Holly Place
No reviews
31 years of experience

We provide friendly, trustworthy, and exceptional quality remodeling service. THE PROFESSIONALS AT BIG BEN CONSTRUCTION PLEDGE TO LISTEN TO YOUR NEEDS AND WISHES, HELP YOU RECOGNIZE YOUR REALISTIC GOALS, AND PRODUCE UNCOMPROMISING RESULTS.... PROUDLY SERVING THE GREATER LOS ANGELES METRO AREA!

We provide friendly, trustworthy, and exceptional quality remodeling service. THE PROFESSIONALS AT BIG BEN CONSTRUCTION PLEDGE TO LISTEN TO YOUR NEEDS AND WISHES, HELP YOU RECOGNIZE YOUR REALISTIC GOALS, AND PRODUCE UNCOMPROMISING RESULTS.... PROUDLY SERVING THE GREATER LOS ANGELES METRO AREA!


DC STRETZ MASONRY
3752 PETALUMA
4.33(
3
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DC STRETZ MASONRY
3752 PETALUMA
4.33(
3
)
Customers say: Quick response
43 years of experience

Masonry

Masonry


AAA Construction
1.00(
1
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AAA Construction
1.00(
1
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Customers say: Quick response

If your house is falling apart around you and you don t know what to do, give us a call. We can repair your home and keep everyone in it happy.

"Don’t use Triple A Air Conditioning & Construction! Also AAA Construction same company Zee Armand (AKA Zahid Hussain) of Triple A Air Conditioning & Construction took our deposit didn’t do the work and left the siding off our house! We found Zee Armand (AKA Zahid Hussain) on Porch.com and asked him to give us an estimate on removing some dry rot, replacing a shower in our guest bathroom and installing some sheet vinyl in both the guest and master bathrooms. The estimate for the shower seemed reasonable, but for the flooring he was charging over $20 per square foot and we had already purchased the flooring ourselves. From Home Advisor: Installing sheet vinyl costs around $3/sf. Installing luxury vinyl tiles (LVT) or planks (LVP) costs considerably more, hovering at $7 per sq. ft.. Zee was the third contractor we had out to look at the bathroom and so by that point we were stressed and frustrated and after negotiating the flooring price down, we still decided to use his services and paid him a 10% deposit of $500. He was then supposed to come over the next day with his helper to look at the job and determine the tools they would need. He cancelled due to rain and said he would start on Monday instead. He arrived on Monday with his helper, took off a couple pieces of the siding of our house to expose the dry rot and told us that he was going to Home Depot to get supplies and update the estimate. He said he would be back in the afternoon and around 2:00 he still wasn’t back yet, so we contacted him to find out what was going on. At that point he proceeded to tell us that because of the little bit of mold that was there, that if a mold remediation team came out to remove it would cost us over $5000, but that he could do it for $1550. At that point we cancelled the job and demanded that he return our deposit. Long story short, he never gave us our $500 deposit back. Upon further investigation it was found that he has had numerous small claims judgments against him. He is also operating without a Home Improvement certification and isn’t certified to remove mold!"

Amy R on February 2019

If your house is falling apart around you and you don t know what to do, give us a call. We can repair your home and keep everyone in it happy.

"Don’t use Triple A Air Conditioning & Construction! Also AAA Construction same company Zee Armand (AKA Zahid Hussain) of Triple A Air Conditioning & Construction took our deposit didn’t do the work and left the siding off our house! We found Zee Armand (AKA Zahid Hussain) on Porch.com and asked him to give us an estimate on removing some dry rot, replacing a shower in our guest bathroom and installing some sheet vinyl in both the guest and master bathrooms. The estimate for the shower seemed reasonable, but for the flooring he was charging over $20 per square foot and we had already purchased the flooring ourselves. From Home Advisor: Installing sheet vinyl costs around $3/sf. Installing luxury vinyl tiles (LVT) or planks (LVP) costs considerably more, hovering at $7 per sq. ft.. Zee was the third contractor we had out to look at the bathroom and so by that point we were stressed and frustrated and after negotiating the flooring price down, we still decided to use his services and paid him a 10% deposit of $500. He was then supposed to come over the next day with his helper to look at the job and determine the tools they would need. He cancelled due to rain and said he would start on Monday instead. He arrived on Monday with his helper, took off a couple pieces of the siding of our house to expose the dry rot and told us that he was going to Home Depot to get supplies and update the estimate. He said he would be back in the afternoon and around 2:00 he still wasn’t back yet, so we contacted him to find out what was going on. At that point he proceeded to tell us that because of the little bit of mold that was there, that if a mold remediation team came out to remove it would cost us over $5000, but that he could do it for $1550. At that point we cancelled the job and demanded that he return our deposit. Long story short, he never gave us our $500 deposit back. Upon further investigation it was found that he has had numerous small claims judgments against him. He is also operating without a Home Improvement certification and isn’t certified to remove mold!"

Amy R on February 2019

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Second story addition building services FAQs

For many homeowners, building up is worth the expense because it provides the extra bedrooms or living areas that can’t be accommodated within the existing footprint. A larger, updated home often commands a higher resale price, recouping a sizable share of the project cost while allowing you to stay in the neighborhood you love. Run the numbers with a real estate agent and contractor to ensure the expected return and day-to-day benefits align with your goals.

Whether it makes more sense to build up or out depends on your lot, budget, and local code. Building up preserves yard space and involves less foundation work, but you may need to vacate the home during construction. Building out avoids staircases and can proceed while you stay put; however, it encroaches on the yard and may face setback limits. Compare both options with your contractor before making a decision.

A structural engineer will first inspect the existing foundation for cracks, footings, and load capacity. Depending on the findings, the crew may pour new concrete footings, install steel or concrete piers, add reinforced beams, or tie additional rebar into the slab. These upgrades redistribute the weight of the new floor and bring the structure up to code. Your contractor will outline the specific reinforcement plan and timeline once the engineering report is complete.

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