Sovereign Homes, LLC, specializes in residential building. With over 30 years experience in architecture, general contracting and project management, we design and build new construction, additions as well as renovations; managing residential projects from cost estimating, zoning feasibility, to full architectural design and construction completion. Whether it's adding a second level, creating a new family room or building a new home entirely, Sovereign Homes stands ready to serve your needs and assist you in making your vision a reality.
"Sovereign Homes brought our vision to life! We added a primary suite to our home, replacing an existing crawl space attic. Rey helped us step-by-step throughout the project. We appreciated his clear communication and efforts with the town and the contractors. We love the luxurious addition to our home!"
Karl S on March 2025
Sovereign Homes, LLC, specializes in residential building. With over 30 years experience in architecture, general contracting and project management, we design and build new construction, additions as well as renovations; managing residential projects from cost estimating, zoning feasibility, to full architectural design and construction completion. Whether it's adding a second level, creating a new family room or building a new home entirely, Sovereign Homes stands ready to serve your needs and assist you in making your vision a reality.
"Sovereign Homes brought our vision to life! We added a primary suite to our home, replacing an existing crawl space attic. Rey helped us step-by-step throughout the project. We appreciated his clear communication and efforts with the town and the contractors. We love the luxurious addition to our home!"
Karl S on March 2025
With over 5 years experience serving the Caldwell and surrounding areas, Mazepa Group is your solution for all your construction needs. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and superior customer care on every job, satisfaction guaranteed!
"Devin and his crew were extremely efficient and professional. The work was done on-time and within budget. I highly recommend Mazepa Group."
Dawn _ on March 2025
With over 5 years experience serving the Caldwell and surrounding areas, Mazepa Group is your solution for all your construction needs. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and superior customer care on every job, satisfaction guaranteed!
"Devin and his crew were extremely efficient and professional. The work was done on-time and within budget. I highly recommend Mazepa Group."
Dawn _ on March 2025
We are 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 services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"I gave this man $3000 which was 33% of the job upfront. Was supposed to give him 33% at the halfway part And 34% upon completion. But when I went to my bathroom and realized you left drugs in my bathroom and I have small children. Not like that 3000 black and small cleaners caught easy and heâ s lucky he hasnâ t been charged with nothing. Only reason that happened is because I wouldnâ t pursue charges. He obviously is a drug addict and has a problem so maybe he should get help Possibly isnâ t the option maybe rehab is. If you paid for supplies, you got ripped off wait 10 years and it will all fall apart charges for certain stuff but buys different stuff so he can use the extra money to pick himself up drugs without nobody noticing, I am so terribly in grief over this. $3000 he ran off with how is Matt doing in business and not in a jail cell"
Daniel B on July 2024
We are 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 services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"I gave this man $3000 which was 33% of the job upfront. Was supposed to give him 33% at the halfway part And 34% upon completion. But when I went to my bathroom and realized you left drugs in my bathroom and I have small children. Not like that 3000 black and small cleaners caught easy and heâ s lucky he hasnâ t been charged with nothing. Only reason that happened is because I wouldnâ t pursue charges. He obviously is a drug addict and has a problem so maybe he should get help Possibly isnâ t the option maybe rehab is. If you paid for supplies, you got ripped off wait 10 years and it will all fall apart charges for certain stuff but buys different stuff so he can use the extra money to pick himself up drugs without nobody noticing, I am so terribly in grief over this. $3000 he ran off with how is Matt doing in business and not in a jail cell"
Daniel B on July 2024
This company keeps a small crew that is talented in a wide range of projects. Keeping the employees low helps to maintain top quality work and customer satisfaction. We aim to get the job done right the first and to our customers liking. We provide top quality craftsmanship and the highest level of professionalism. Call HMG Construction today!
"My kitchen renovation went very well. They always showed up when they said they would. Very easy to work with and I would hire them again."
Diane P on September 2024
This company keeps a small crew that is talented in a wide range of projects. Keeping the employees low helps to maintain top quality work and customer satisfaction. We aim to get the job done right the first and to our customers liking. We provide top quality craftsmanship and the highest level of professionalism. Call HMG Construction today!
"My kitchen renovation went very well. They always showed up when they said they would. Very easy to work with and I would hire them again."
Diane P on September 2024
We are 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!
"Pleasure working with Rob and his team at Johannemann & Sons General Contracting. They are very professional and are thorough with their work. Highly recommend!!"
Brennen R on May 2025
We are 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!
"Pleasure working with Rob and his team at Johannemann & Sons General Contracting. They are very professional and are thorough with their work. Highly recommend!!"
Brennen R on May 2025
We are a trusted locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals has over 14 years of 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! Integrity in creation, trust in every build.
"Amazing work on my second floor addition. Professionals , fast, and great quality work and clean finishes! Everything came out as discussed and the process was very smooth and clean. Reliable company and I recommend them for any home project! Best of luck!"
David R on January 2025
We are a trusted locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals has over 14 years of 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! Integrity in creation, trust in every build.
"Amazing work on my second floor addition. Professionals , fast, and great quality work and clean finishes! Everything came out as discussed and the process was very smooth and clean. Reliable company and I recommend them for any home project! Best of luck!"
David R on January 2025
Carrillo Home Improvements offers the best in residential home improvement services in Northern Virginia. We would appreciate the opportunity to serve you. If you are looking for a remodeling company to deliver high quality work and attention to details, feel free to contact us as we can help you with your project.
"They are extremely prompt and timely, they finished on time, I have not seen that level of dedication on any contractor, they do quality work, if something is not ok, they will come back and fix it, they are knowledgeable, and customer oriented."
Deepti S on March 2023
Carrillo Home Improvements offers the best in residential home improvement services in Northern Virginia. We would appreciate the opportunity to serve you. If you are looking for a remodeling company to deliver high quality work and attention to details, feel free to contact us as we can help you with your project.
"They are extremely prompt and timely, they finished on time, I have not seen that level of dedication on any contractor, they do quality work, if something is not ok, they will come back and fix it, they are knowledgeable, and customer oriented."
Deepti S on March 2023
ZJ's Construction LLC. provides home improvement services with many years of experience. The owner, Luis Stalin Rivera, delivers only the finest work and is well known for his efficiency, honesty and competence. All of our employees come with experience of over a decade. Our company provides quality and professional services to exceed our customers' expectations. We provide 100% satisfaction leaving our customers proud of choosing our services. We can only guarantee the best!
"Perfect and friendly service. Clear information and fair price. Very good and clean work. Working on a new project, will hire him again."
Peter T on March 2025
ZJ's Construction LLC. provides home improvement services with many years of experience. The owner, Luis Stalin Rivera, delivers only the finest work and is well known for his efficiency, honesty and competence. All of our employees come with experience of over a decade. Our company provides quality and professional services to exceed our customers' expectations. We provide 100% satisfaction leaving our customers proud of choosing our services. We can only guarantee the best!
"Perfect and friendly service. Clear information and fair price. Very good and clean work. Working on a new project, will hire him again."
Peter T on March 2025
Technically and creatively gifted, possesses high craft, design and organizational skills, continually improving and successfully solving a variety of problems. Remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, and more! Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!
Technically and creatively gifted, possesses high craft, design and organizational skills, continually improving and successfully solving a variety of problems. Remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, and more! Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!
Pepe Paving is a highly reputable Mason Contractor, specializing in the design and installation of paving stones and concrete for residential homes and commercial properties throughout North Jersey. If you choose to have us work on your next home improvement project please mention you found us on Angie's List and we will take 5% off the cost of the project. Contact us today!
"It was a wonderful service. They came on time, were professional and they did a great job."
Jessica T on January 2023
Pepe Paving is a highly reputable Mason Contractor, specializing in the design and installation of paving stones and concrete for residential homes and commercial properties throughout North Jersey. If you choose to have us work on your next home improvement project please mention you found us on Angie's List and we will take 5% off the cost of the project. Contact us today!
"It was a wonderful service. They came on time, were professional and they did a great job."
Jessica T on January 2023
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.