Were a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in Additions and Kitchen Remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
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Debra J on May 2023
Were a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in Additions and Kitchen Remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
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Debra J on May 2023
East Coast Concrete LLC, proudly servicing Pasadena, MD and the surrounding areas. Our goal is to complete your project to perfection. We look forward to building long lasting relationships with the customers that we serve. We look forward to serving you. Call us today! You will not be disappointed.
"I needed the concrete stoop in front of my house re-poured and re-shaped. The job is coming along beautifully. Luke is a pleasure to work with and is managing my project very efficiently. He is friendly and knowledgeable and has answered all my concerns promptly. I look forward to seeing the job completed very soon."
Sharon G on February 2025
East Coast Concrete LLC, proudly servicing Pasadena, MD and the surrounding areas. Our goal is to complete your project to perfection. We look forward to building long lasting relationships with the customers that we serve. We look forward to serving you. Call us today! You will not be disappointed.
"I needed the concrete stoop in front of my house re-poured and re-shaped. The job is coming along beautifully. Luke is a pleasure to work with and is managing my project very efficiently. He is friendly and knowledgeable and has answered all my concerns promptly. I look forward to seeing the job completed very soon."
Sharon G on February 2025
Building since 1972, we are a Design and Build firm dedicated to small and large custom Home Additions, residential and commercial Remodeling, detailed Architectural Design, Complex Structures, and everything in between; including, 3D Architectural Design, Complete Whole-House Remodeling, Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, Kitchens, Bathrooms, Concrete, Masonry, Stone, Roofing, Windows, Doors, Siding, Porches, Decks, Basements, Flooring, Drywall, Painting, Stairs, Built-Ins, Fireplaces and More! We love building and we love helping our Clients create the Home of their dreams. Whether you are in the initial stages of planning your Home Improvement or are ready to begin construction now, we would love to build your idea with our expertise. After over 48 years of building in Maryland, we continue to serve Howard County, Anne Arundel County, Carroll County, Montgomery County, Baltimore County, and Baltimore City.
"Dream Design was a great company to work with! Listened to our needs, and designed a beautiful and functional space for our family! All Workers were prompt, respectable, reliable, and incredibly friendly. Hard workers and got the job done quickly! Thanks for everything! What a great first experience we had and look forward to many more opportunities to work together!"
Elana L on February 2025
Building since 1972, we are a Design and Build firm dedicated to small and large custom Home Additions, residential and commercial Remodeling, detailed Architectural Design, Complex Structures, and everything in between; including, 3D Architectural Design, Complete Whole-House Remodeling, Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, Kitchens, Bathrooms, Concrete, Masonry, Stone, Roofing, Windows, Doors, Siding, Porches, Decks, Basements, Flooring, Drywall, Painting, Stairs, Built-Ins, Fireplaces and More! We love building and we love helping our Clients create the Home of their dreams. Whether you are in the initial stages of planning your Home Improvement or are ready to begin construction now, we would love to build your idea with our expertise. After over 48 years of building in Maryland, we continue to serve Howard County, Anne Arundel County, Carroll County, Montgomery County, Baltimore County, and Baltimore City.
"Dream Design was a great company to work with! Listened to our needs, and designed a beautiful and functional space for our family! All Workers were prompt, respectable, reliable, and incredibly friendly. Hard workers and got the job done quickly! Thanks for everything! What a great first experience we had and look forward to many more opportunities to work together!"
Elana L on February 2025
PRECISION CRAFT CONTRACTORS LLC Is 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. We offer very competitive pricing that is reasonable and fair. 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!
"Cris and his team are incredible. They are so talented and were so helpful in the creation of our basement. Cris built a beautiful kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, and laundry room. It’s so much more than what I thought it could ever be! When I walk through the space now, I’m so thankful for his extensive knowledge and commitment to excellence. The space was created for my elderly parents and they are so calm, peaceful, and happy in the space. Cris is exceptional. He has a zillion years of experience and he and his team are extremely talented. Others have come to the house to see his craftsmanship and they are overjoyed. One couple said, “he has got to do our house:” I am thankful for finding him. I will use him for every project I will do in the house. Amazing work."
Krishina M on May 2025
PRECISION CRAFT CONTRACTORS LLC Is 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. We offer very competitive pricing that is reasonable and fair. 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!
"Cris and his team are incredible. They are so talented and were so helpful in the creation of our basement. Cris built a beautiful kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, and laundry room. It’s so much more than what I thought it could ever be! When I walk through the space now, I’m so thankful for his extensive knowledge and commitment to excellence. The space was created for my elderly parents and they are so calm, peaceful, and happy in the space. Cris is exceptional. He has a zillion years of experience and he and his team are extremely talented. Others have come to the house to see his craftsmanship and they are overjoyed. One couple said, “he has got to do our house:” I am thankful for finding him. I will use him for every project I will do in the house. Amazing work."
Krishina M on May 2025
A & N Contracting, focuses on homeowners with top quality, state-of-the-art home improvements and home remodeling products. Offered at fair prices, our products are number one.
"I just used this as an offer for a mobile thing but it looks professional"
Parker L on December 2022
A & N Contracting, focuses on homeowners with top quality, state-of-the-art home improvements and home remodeling products. Offered at fair prices, our products are number one.
"I just used this as an offer for a mobile thing but it looks professional"
Parker L on December 2022
We are a locally owned and operated company with over 22 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in handyman/carpentry work and a variety of related service and repair projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Great service and good work!"
Franklin F on February 2023
We are a locally owned and operated company with over 22 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in handyman/carpentry work and a variety of related service and repair projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Great service and good work!"
Franklin F on February 2023
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"All the people at Elevate Design and Build were amazing and a pleasure to work with. We doubled the size of our house including tripling the size of the kitchen, knocking out walls to create an open floor plan and added a three car garage with home office over the garage. They even recommended modifications to our original blueprints which were excellent. All their workers friendly and did a first class job. Went totally above and beyond our expectations. One year later we have not had one single problem with any of the work. Total integrity. If any issue came up, the company absorbed the cost - not the customer. Everything they did was done perfectly. We didn't have a single issue or complaint during the entire process. I give them my highest personal recommendation. I would never use anyone else."
Stephen M on August 2024
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"All the people at Elevate Design and Build were amazing and a pleasure to work with. We doubled the size of our house including tripling the size of the kitchen, knocking out walls to create an open floor plan and added a three car garage with home office over the garage. They even recommended modifications to our original blueprints which were excellent. All their workers friendly and did a first class job. Went totally above and beyond our expectations. One year later we have not had one single problem with any of the work. Total integrity. If any issue came up, the company absorbed the cost - not the customer. Everything they did was done perfectly. We didn't have a single issue or complaint during the entire process. I give them my highest personal recommendation. I would never use anyone else."
Stephen M on August 2024
Misha's Home Improvement, Inc., has been in business for more than 16 years and all of our employees are skilled European craftsman. Call us for your entire wood and ceramic tile flooring needs!
"After having gone through four contractors who made big promises of written estimates which never materialized, my expectations of this company were pretty low. But when I reached out to Misha's Home Improvement I received a prompt and courteous reply. We made an appointment to meet at my house. Misha arrived at the appointed time (to which I arrived late) he walked up to meet me, holding a clipboard and measuring tape in hand. We shook hands and I realized right away that I was dealing with someone of a higher caliber. When we walked through the house I stated my requirements only partially whereupon Misha offered ideas and options. Every room. Methodically. Misha took measurements and we parted company. I had no appreciation for how much information he was taking in during our visit. A few days later a detailed estimate landed in my inbox. Room by room. Item by item with materials and labor costs and a detailed drawing of the entire layout of the home with precise measurements. No BS. I was impressed. We agreed upon a start date and a pattern emerged. This guy and his extraordinary team of guys came to the house every day (sometimes on weekends) and proceeded to embark on a Whole House renovation. Craftsmen all. Courteous and respectful to a man. Windows, bathroom reno, kitchen reno, recessed lighting. wiring fixes with attention to code, basement tile, patio doors, drywall repair, custom closets. Change orders written and agreed upon - in advance. No surprises in our agreements or fees. In fact, where warranted Misha refunded me for materialis/labor that were not needed. Misha and the guys have completed the job and I have to say that I will truly miss them. True craftsmen. I will absolutely recommend this company of men and the man who runs this enterprise. I got very very lucky."
Eric M on April 2024
Misha's Home Improvement, Inc., has been in business for more than 16 years and all of our employees are skilled European craftsman. Call us for your entire wood and ceramic tile flooring needs!
"After having gone through four contractors who made big promises of written estimates which never materialized, my expectations of this company were pretty low. But when I reached out to Misha's Home Improvement I received a prompt and courteous reply. We made an appointment to meet at my house. Misha arrived at the appointed time (to which I arrived late) he walked up to meet me, holding a clipboard and measuring tape in hand. We shook hands and I realized right away that I was dealing with someone of a higher caliber. When we walked through the house I stated my requirements only partially whereupon Misha offered ideas and options. Every room. Methodically. Misha took measurements and we parted company. I had no appreciation for how much information he was taking in during our visit. A few days later a detailed estimate landed in my inbox. Room by room. Item by item with materials and labor costs and a detailed drawing of the entire layout of the home with precise measurements. No BS. I was impressed. We agreed upon a start date and a pattern emerged. This guy and his extraordinary team of guys came to the house every day (sometimes on weekends) and proceeded to embark on a Whole House renovation. Craftsmen all. Courteous and respectful to a man. Windows, bathroom reno, kitchen reno, recessed lighting. wiring fixes with attention to code, basement tile, patio doors, drywall repair, custom closets. Change orders written and agreed upon - in advance. No surprises in our agreements or fees. In fact, where warranted Misha refunded me for materialis/labor that were not needed. Misha and the guys have completed the job and I have to say that I will truly miss them. True craftsmen. I will absolutely recommend this company of men and the man who runs this enterprise. I got very very lucky."
Eric M on April 2024
D & R 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 customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business
"We have hired many contractors over the years, and don't recall any who have been nearly as exceptional in every way as Dave and his team. Both my wife and I cannot recommend D&R more highly."
tim o on March 2024
D & R 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 customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business
"We have hired many contractors over the years, and don't recall any who have been nearly as exceptional in every way as Dave and his team. Both my wife and I cannot recommend D&R more highly."
tim o on March 2024
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. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. We look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!
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. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. We look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!
Most ADU projects require several months from initial planning through final inspection. The timeline includes designing plans, securing permits, site preparation, construction, and finishing work.
Factors affecting duration include project complexity, contractor availability, weather conditions, and local permitting processes. Planning for potential delays due to material shortages or inspection scheduling is advisable when establishing your project timeline.
Homeowners can access various funding sources for ADU projects. Home equity loans and lines of credit leverage existing property value, while construction loans provide phased funding specifically for building projects. Some areas offer specialized ADU financing programs with favorable terms.
Personal loans might work for smaller conversions, though they often carry higher interest rates. Your financial situation, credit profile, and project scope will determine which option provides the most advantageous terms.
Adding an ADU often increases your property's assessed value, resulting in higher tax obligations. The specific impact varies by location, as assessment methods and tax rates differ between jurisdictions. Some areas offer temporary exemptions or gradual increases to ease the financial transition.
For accurate projections, consult your local tax assessor before beginning construction to understand how your specific project will affect future tax bills.
Short-term rental regulations vary dramatically between municipalities. Some jurisdictions permit vacation rentals with minimal restrictions, while others impose occupancy limits, licensing requirements, or outright prohibitions, particularly for ADUs. Many areas require owner occupancy of the primary residence when renting an ADU short-term.
Research your local ordinances thoroughly before planning rental income, as non-compliance penalties can be substantial.
The ADU construction process frequently encounters obstacles, including complex permitting requirements, unexpected site conditions requiring additional work, contractor scheduling difficulties, and budget management challenges. Many homeowners underestimate the complexity of coordinating multiple specialized trades.
Additionally, ensuring adequate privacy between the main residence and ADU while maintaining aesthetic cohesion requires careful planning. Thorough preparation and working with experienced professionals can help navigate these common pitfalls.
Identifying qualified ADU contractors requires targeted research. Begin by seeking recommendations from neighbors with completed ADU projects or contacting local builder associations for specialist referrals. Review contractors' portfolios specifically for ADU or small residential projects similar to your vision.
When interviewing potential candidates, assess their familiarity with local ADU regulations, ask about recent similar projects, and request contact information for past clients with comparable projects.