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Avatar for McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
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Serving Portola Valley, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Throughout our project, their general construction services were consistently professional and reliable. They managed every detail flawlessly, ensuring a smooth and efficient process from start to finish."
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by26%of homeowners
RSF Construction Inc.
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Serving Portola Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

RSF Construction Inc. is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

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Wise Builders
4.8(
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Serving Portola Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

"We learned of Wise Builders from our neighbor down the street who had their kitchen and bathrooms done through Wise Builders. They spoke highly of the company and the results of their remodeling took the word impressive to new heights. We contacted Wise Builders as we needed to have our kitchen redone after a water leak caused some major havoc. We spoke and met with Nathan Weizmann who came out to our house and did a thorough review of our requirements. After a question and answer exchange, we agreed that this was the company we wanted to do our kitchen redo. We have worked with contractors in the past and Wise Builders ranks up with the best of the best. Their attention to customer service and project detail is excellent and if I say anymore, people will think I'm a paid employee disguised as a customer. Bottom line, we recommend them without question, hesitation, or doubt. As a matter of fact, we did"
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Musante Property Development, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Portola Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

An award winning provider, we started our business to build housing in the Sacramento area in 2004, then converted to home maintenance, repair, and remodeling in 2008 in the greater Bay Area. We work out of the Woodside/Redwood City area. We handle all work related to home maintenance and repair from "to do lists" to room additions, but our true passion is in remodeling kitchens and bathrooms.

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Babylon Builders
4.2(
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Serving Portola Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The crew was considerate and hardworking. My deck was built in 3 days out of heart of redwood. It was a tear down and new build with a new layout. It is beautiful! I am more than happy!"
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Response time1 day
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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GoodFellas Construction – Bay Area
4.2(
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Serving Portola Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

"I spoke to a lot of contractors before going with Goodfellas, they were the most organized and their years of experience shows. I had so much work to do on the house and didn't have the time to babysit the project. The project manager was honest and very responsive. They get things done right the first time.
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Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Mega Power Electric, Inc
5.0(
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Serving Portola Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Finally an honest Solar company!! I went through several companies trying to get quotes for one of my properties, either they were ridiculously expensive or they didn't return my calls. A friend of mine referred me to Mega Sun and I have to say I am very pleased. Within a couple days from the initial phone call I already had an estimate and once i decided to go with them the installation was completed in one week. Its been a little over a month since they completed the install and everything is working smoothly.

I was amazed at just how great the customer service was. I just want to say thank you to the whole team who helped out, I really appreciate all your hard work. Now I know you guys are the ones to call for all future jobs."
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Casa Utopia Builders Inc
5.0(
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Serving Portola Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We were looking to remodel our guest bathroom and interview several companies. In the end we chose to go with Casa Utopia. Robert met us at their main office and reviewed options that we had and then we met with Kathia their designer to pick out tiles and hardware. Prices were competitive. But more important - communication was great. Marcos came to our house and did everything from demo to installation. We could have gone cheaper to fix the issues but are way more happier with the final product. If you are looking to do some work on your home I would highly recommend Robert and the crew on your next project. We will plan to use them for our future projects as well"
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate98%
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FAQs for shed, barn or playhouse building service projects in Portola Valley, CA

Most sheds larger than six feet by eight feet require a foundation to remain level and dry. A compact tool shed might get by without one, but anything heavier should sit on at least a 4-inch-thick stone-and-gravel pad that extends two feet past the walls. The gravel protects wood skids and promotes drainage. If you want maximum stability—and your budget allows—a poured concrete slab is the strongest option.

Your ideal shed size hinges on purpose. A common 10-by-12-foot kit gives you 120 square feet—plenty for lawn tools and bikes. Need just a spot for a mower and a few rakes? A compact 4-by-7-foot model should work. If you’re envisioning a workshop or hobby room, look at 12-by-16 feet or larger.

A good rule is to raise the shed floor four to six inches above the surrounding soil. That clearance encourages water to drain away instead of pooling beneath the structure. The simple step is especially important for wood floors and skids, helping deter rot, mold, and insect damage while extending the life of your new outbuilding.

Choose the route that fits your goals. Prefab sheds arrive in standard layouts and go up fast—perfect for basic storage on a tight timeline. Custom builds cost more and take longer, but let you add windows, wiring, plumbing, and unique finishes. Balance budget, features, and timeframe before deciding which type of shed is best for your needs.

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