ABOUT US Bella Casa is a Design/Build custom home builder serving the Silicon Valley Area. We take pride in delivering the custom home or remodeling project of your dreams. Unlike other firms, the creative design, management, and project supervision are done by the founder. This ensures that your home will be ready for you on time, on budget, and done beautifully.
"One of the biggest benefits is the fact that they have both the home design and the building aspects of the project. The owner of the business is very creative and even after the design is completed, he still brings improvments to the design as it goes along!"
Homeowner on August 2009
ABOUT US Bella Casa is a Design/Build custom home builder serving the Silicon Valley Area. We take pride in delivering the custom home or remodeling project of your dreams. Unlike other firms, the creative design, management, and project supervision are done by the founder. This ensures that your home will be ready for you on time, on budget, and done beautifully.
"One of the biggest benefits is the fact that they have both the home design and the building aspects of the project. The owner of the business is very creative and even after the design is completed, he still brings improvments to the design as it goes along!"
Homeowner on August 2009
C M BUILDERS GENERAL CONSTRUCTION INCis 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. Please feel free to contact us today!
"The entire team was very professional, kept everything clean and neat, and they met the time frame even though it was an extremely difficult job."
Antonio L on March 2025
C M BUILDERS GENERAL CONSTRUCTION INCis 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. Please feel free to contact us today!
"The entire team was very professional, kept everything clean and neat, and they met the time frame even though it was an extremely difficult job."
Antonio L on March 2025
Phillip Price Construction is a custom home contractor and project management company that has been simplifying the home building process in the Bay Area for 30 years. Our client-first approach and expertise provide an effortless system for building dynamic living spaces with meticulous detail and efficiency. Our philosophy of home construction and remodeling comes from an understanding that your investment is a long-term collaborative partnership that relies on trust and compatibility. We understand the importance of finding a contractor you have the confidence to invite in your home and to navigate the building process. Our balance of flexibility and structure provides a thoughtful and enjoyable experience while building the home of your dreams.
"I was very happy with the work they did. They did an excellent job, were always on top of everything and made sure I was ok with the results."
Mark or Michelle W on March 2016
Phillip Price Construction is a custom home contractor and project management company that has been simplifying the home building process in the Bay Area for 30 years. Our client-first approach and expertise provide an effortless system for building dynamic living spaces with meticulous detail and efficiency. Our philosophy of home construction and remodeling comes from an understanding that your investment is a long-term collaborative partnership that relies on trust and compatibility. We understand the importance of finding a contractor you have the confidence to invite in your home and to navigate the building process. Our balance of flexibility and structure provides a thoughtful and enjoyable experience while building the home of your dreams.
"I was very happy with the work they did. They did an excellent job, were always on top of everything and made sure I was ok with the results."
Mark or Michelle W on March 2016
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"They responded in a timely manner and were able to get the job done quickly to the date we asked with great expertise work. We were very satisfied and will use them again for another project."
Sheri A on October 2019
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"They responded in a timely manner and were able to get the job done quickly to the date we asked with great expertise work. We were very satisfied and will use them again for another project."
Sheri A on October 2019
Darco Construction is a premier full-service construction company, specializing in custom home builds, remodels, and commercial projects. With a commitment to excellence, we bring your vision to life with top-tier craftsmanship, transparent budgeting, and meticulous attention to detail. From architectural design to project completion, our experienced team ensures a seamless process, delivering beautiful and functional spaces that exceed expectations.
"DARCO did a wonderful job on my kitchen/ dining space remodel. It is even more beautiful than I imagined, and everything was done with such high quality. I love sharing how beautiful it is with family, friends and neighbors!"
Judy M on November 2022
Darco Construction is a premier full-service construction company, specializing in custom home builds, remodels, and commercial projects. With a commitment to excellence, we bring your vision to life with top-tier craftsmanship, transparent budgeting, and meticulous attention to detail. From architectural design to project completion, our experienced team ensures a seamless process, delivering beautiful and functional spaces that exceed expectations.
"DARCO did a wonderful job on my kitchen/ dining space remodel. It is even more beautiful than I imagined, and everything was done with such high quality. I love sharing how beautiful it is with family, friends and neighbors!"
Judy M on November 2022
With years of experience in the construction industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from carpentry to doors to decks. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Herman Construction Company a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"We couldn’t be more thrilled with our kitchen remodel by Karol Herman Construction! From the start, Karol was one of the first to respond, and his professionalism stood out immediately. He was respectful of our time, took the time to listen to our needs, and made sure we were always on the same page throughout the process. The remodel was seamless and went exactly as planned. Karol worked around our schedule, always followed up on questions at the end of each day, and ensured everything was on track. His attention to detail is second to none—he is truly a perfectionist at his trade. Plus, he was extremely conscious of our living spaces, keeping everything clean and organized. We are so pleased with the results and highly recommend Karol Herman Construction to anyone looking for a reliable, skilled, and thoughtful contractor! Check out our dream Farmhouse style kitchen!"
Frances N on January 2025
With years of experience in the construction industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from carpentry to doors to decks. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Herman Construction Company a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"We couldn’t be more thrilled with our kitchen remodel by Karol Herman Construction! From the start, Karol was one of the first to respond, and his professionalism stood out immediately. He was respectful of our time, took the time to listen to our needs, and made sure we were always on the same page throughout the process. The remodel was seamless and went exactly as planned. Karol worked around our schedule, always followed up on questions at the end of each day, and ensured everything was on track. His attention to detail is second to none—he is truly a perfectionist at his trade. Plus, he was extremely conscious of our living spaces, keeping everything clean and organized. We are so pleased with the results and highly recommend Karol Herman Construction to anyone looking for a reliable, skilled, and thoughtful contractor! Check out our dream Farmhouse style kitchen!"
Frances N on January 2025
Golden View Renovation Inc. is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our clients. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our clients' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Very pushy Project Managers gave us the creeps. We felt threatened, that if we did the work w/out permits that they would report us. They kept on touting their great s/w for project tracking. So spooked with didn't want them in the house again. In fact, they brag about their military training that helps them manage projects . Perhaps that's how they strategically coerce people...my wife and I certainly felt threatened and wanted nothing further to do with them. Not surprised that Yelp has posted a notice of suspicious reviews."
Gary P on September 2024
Golden View Renovation Inc. is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our clients. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our clients' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Very pushy Project Managers gave us the creeps. We felt threatened, that if we did the work w/out permits that they would report us. They kept on touting their great s/w for project tracking. So spooked with didn't want them in the house again. In fact, they brag about their military training that helps them manage projects . Perhaps that's how they strategically coerce people...my wife and I certainly felt threatened and wanted nothing further to do with them. Not surprised that Yelp has posted a notice of suspicious reviews."
Gary P on September 2024
At Direct Home Remodeling, our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion we work with you until the job is done. We are known for our prompt service and superior attention to detail. Our commitment to quality is evident from the beginning to the completion of your home improvement project. We are here to serve you with the knowledge and quality you deserve and expect. Call our reputable business today, you will be pleased you did. Thank you!
"We recently hired Direct Home Remodeling to transform our outdoor space, and the results exceeded our expectations. Michael and his team installed beautiful hardscaping with pavers and a retaining wall, refinished our deck to look like new, and built a sturdy, attractive fence that perfectly complements the space. Michael was an excellent communicator throughout the project, keeping us informed and addressing all of our questions with patience and professionalism. The quality of the workmanship was top-notch, and we were impressed with how seamlessly everything came together. Additionally, the rate for the work was very competitive, offering incredible value for the exceptional quality delivered. Having had some frustrating experiences with contractors in the past, we were a bit apprehensive going into this project, but Direct Home Remodeling completely changed our perspective. The management team provided outstanding customer service, and the crew worked efficiently without compromi"
Lisa R on November 2024
At Direct Home Remodeling, our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion we work with you until the job is done. We are known for our prompt service and superior attention to detail. Our commitment to quality is evident from the beginning to the completion of your home improvement project. We are here to serve you with the knowledge and quality you deserve and expect. Call our reputable business today, you will be pleased you did. Thank you!
"We recently hired Direct Home Remodeling to transform our outdoor space, and the results exceeded our expectations. Michael and his team installed beautiful hardscaping with pavers and a retaining wall, refinished our deck to look like new, and built a sturdy, attractive fence that perfectly complements the space. Michael was an excellent communicator throughout the project, keeping us informed and addressing all of our questions with patience and professionalism. The quality of the workmanship was top-notch, and we were impressed with how seamlessly everything came together. Additionally, the rate for the work was very competitive, offering incredible value for the exceptional quality delivered. Having had some frustrating experiences with contractors in the past, we were a bit apprehensive going into this project, but Direct Home Remodeling completely changed our perspective. The management team provided outstanding customer service, and the crew worked efficiently without compromi"
Lisa R on November 2024
Future Vision Remodeling, Inc., provides quality service for your home. We sustain our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you 100% Satisfied on your home improvements. Call us today!
"A few years ago we did a simple remodel of two bathrooms in Menlo Park with FVR. By the time we finished the project we just wanted these folks out of the house. After a few years I felt it was necessary to share our negative experience and how poorly much of the work has held up. Specific issues; 1. Substandard workmanship: a. Heating vent under the house was left unconnected--I was heating our crawlspace and not the bathroom for 6 months. This went undetected until I went under the house for something else! b. Looking in my attic, the electrical work to hookup the bathroom fan is clearly not up to code--junction box is not closed and there are multiple exposed wire splices. c. Gang box for the newly installed light switch is clearly not level and out of square. 2. Numerous examples with low quality finish carpentry: a. Gouge on a newly installed sliding door from the aluminum frame--supposedly fixed then recurred. b. Spackle and paste used to patch the casing around the door frame where it contacts the bathroom tile--looks terrible c. A supposedly 'straight' wall that was rebuilt by FVR, clearly bulges with an obvious curve in the baseboard. d. Sloppy work on the plumbing cover plates for one toilet--half smeared with paint and not attached to the wall properly. 3. Low quality of painting: a. Two slightly different colors of white used in one bathroom with sloppy caulking around the trim. b. Numerous blotches of paint on hardwood floors around the hallway baseboard--the kind that would be easily have been avoided by using masking tape. 4. Sloppy personnel and poor cleanliness: a. Folks were working while we were on vacation, and we came home late in the evening to find construction debris scattered in our front yard including razor blades, paint on our front walk (where stains can still be seen). b. For a year afterwards we found trash (food wrappers & empty bottles) behind the bushes or buried in the shrubs. c. I saw workers 'free handing' a circular saw for trim and baseboard--where one guy would hold the boards and another would use the circular saw. For sure not a safe or effective option--just glad nobody was hurt at our house by these substandard practices. Nobody could be bothered to bring a jobsite saw. I will add that we pointed out most of these issues to the company reps while they were happening-- most responses 'Just an honest mistake' and/or 'We will send somebody over to fix that'. At a certain point you stop trusting anyone from the company and just want these 'less-than-competent' folks out of the house. The customer shouldn't have to check all these details--especially about heating/plumbing/electrical work. Would not ever trust this company again to touch our house."
James P on January 2024
Future Vision Remodeling, Inc., provides quality service for your home. We sustain our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you 100% Satisfied on your home improvements. Call us today!
"A few years ago we did a simple remodel of two bathrooms in Menlo Park with FVR. By the time we finished the project we just wanted these folks out of the house. After a few years I felt it was necessary to share our negative experience and how poorly much of the work has held up. Specific issues; 1. Substandard workmanship: a. Heating vent under the house was left unconnected--I was heating our crawlspace and not the bathroom for 6 months. This went undetected until I went under the house for something else! b. Looking in my attic, the electrical work to hookup the bathroom fan is clearly not up to code--junction box is not closed and there are multiple exposed wire splices. c. Gang box for the newly installed light switch is clearly not level and out of square. 2. Numerous examples with low quality finish carpentry: a. Gouge on a newly installed sliding door from the aluminum frame--supposedly fixed then recurred. b. Spackle and paste used to patch the casing around the door frame where it contacts the bathroom tile--looks terrible c. A supposedly 'straight' wall that was rebuilt by FVR, clearly bulges with an obvious curve in the baseboard. d. Sloppy work on the plumbing cover plates for one toilet--half smeared with paint and not attached to the wall properly. 3. Low quality of painting: a. Two slightly different colors of white used in one bathroom with sloppy caulking around the trim. b. Numerous blotches of paint on hardwood floors around the hallway baseboard--the kind that would be easily have been avoided by using masking tape. 4. Sloppy personnel and poor cleanliness: a. Folks were working while we were on vacation, and we came home late in the evening to find construction debris scattered in our front yard including razor blades, paint on our front walk (where stains can still be seen). b. For a year afterwards we found trash (food wrappers & empty bottles) behind the bushes or buried in the shrubs. c. I saw workers 'free handing' a circular saw for trim and baseboard--where one guy would hold the boards and another would use the circular saw. For sure not a safe or effective option--just glad nobody was hurt at our house by these substandard practices. Nobody could be bothered to bring a jobsite saw. I will add that we pointed out most of these issues to the company reps while they were happening-- most responses 'Just an honest mistake' and/or 'We will send somebody over to fix that'. At a certain point you stop trusting anyone from the company and just want these 'less-than-competent' folks out of the house. The customer shouldn't have to check all these details--especially about heating/plumbing/electrical work. Would not ever trust this company again to touch our house."
James P on January 2024
Bark & Build stands as a beacon of quality and innovation in home renovation. Our dedication to excellence is evident in every project, delivering spaces that perfectly balance beauty, functionality, and sustainability. With an eye for modern design and a commitment to using eco-friendly materials, we ensure that your renovation enhances your lifestyle while respecting the planet. Trust in our meticulous attention to detail and our relentless pursuit of perfection. Our seasoned team not only meets industry standards but sets new benchmarks in craftsmanship. Choosing Bark & Build means opting for a seamless experience, superior results, and a home that becomes a haven. Let us bring your vision to life with unmatched expertise and a clear focus on your satisfaction.
"I recently had my bathroom remodeled by Bark and Builders, and I’m beyond impressed with the results. The team was professional, friendly, and kept me updated throughout the entire process. They listened to what I wanted and brought my vision to life better than I imagined. The quality of their work is top-notch, and every detail was done with care. They finished the project on time and made sure everything was clean and perfect before leaving. I highly recommend Bark and Builders to anyone looking to upgrade their bathroom! "
Alexandria W on May 2025
Bark & Build stands as a beacon of quality and innovation in home renovation. Our dedication to excellence is evident in every project, delivering spaces that perfectly balance beauty, functionality, and sustainability. With an eye for modern design and a commitment to using eco-friendly materials, we ensure that your renovation enhances your lifestyle while respecting the planet. Trust in our meticulous attention to detail and our relentless pursuit of perfection. Our seasoned team not only meets industry standards but sets new benchmarks in craftsmanship. Choosing Bark & Build means opting for a seamless experience, superior results, and a home that becomes a haven. Let us bring your vision to life with unmatched expertise and a clear focus on your satisfaction.
"I recently had my bathroom remodeled by Bark and Builders, and I’m beyond impressed with the results. The team was professional, friendly, and kept me updated throughout the entire process. They listened to what I wanted and brought my vision to life better than I imagined. The quality of their work is top-notch, and every detail was done with care. They finished the project on time and made sure everything was clean and perfect before leaving. I highly recommend Bark and Builders to anyone looking to upgrade their bathroom! "
Alexandria W on May 2025
Detached structures generally require more investment than interior conversions due to additional foundation work, independent utility connections, and exterior construction requirements. These standalone offices typically align with addition costs, ranging from $80 to $300 per square foot depending on design complexity and finish quality. Consider additional expenses for separate heating/cooling systems, insulation requirements, and potential zoning restrictions when planning a detached workspace.
Most jurisdictions require permits for structural modifications, electrical work, plumbing installations, and HVAC alterations. Requirements vary significantly between municipalities, making consultation with local building authorities essential before beginning work. Proceeding without proper permits can result in financial penalties, construction delays, or requirements to remove non-compliant installations, potentially increasing your overall project cost substantially.
Converting existing space is typically more economical, with costs ranging from $50 to $200 per square foot compared to $80 to $300 per square foot for new additions. Room conversions avoid expenses associated with foundations, exterior walls, roofing, and additional utility connections. Your decision should consider not only immediate costs but also how repurposing existing space might affect your home's overall functionality and value proposition.
Room conversions typically require between two and six weeks, depending on the extent of modifications. Building an addition generally takes three to four months from initial planning through final inspection. Your project timeline depends on permit processing, contractor availability, material delivery schedules, and any unforeseen complications discovered during construction. Weather conditions and seasonal factors may also influence completion timelines, particularly for exterior construction phases.
Home office expenses related to business activities may qualify for tax deductions, though specific eligibility requirements apply. You'll need to maintain thorough documentation of expenses and use the space exclusively for business purposes to qualify for most deductions. Tax benefits vary based on employment status, space utilization, and current tax regulations. Consulting a qualified tax professional before making renovation decisions can help you understand potential financial advantages specific to your situation.