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Brightwood Construction
9530 Hageman Rd
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
Brightwood Construction
9530 Hageman Rd
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
157 local quotes requested

We continually strive to exceed expectations by ensuring that each home addition or remodeling project is completed on time and under budget. Our commitment to assuring the full satisfaction of our clients is something that we take great pride in. When planning your next home improvement project, rely on a company that offers unparalleled knowledge, experience and expertise. Contact us today to learn more about what sets us apart from the competition.

"I like working with them. They did everything I asked for. They were responsive."

Ted M on March 2023

We continually strive to exceed expectations by ensuring that each home addition or remodeling project is completed on time and under budget. Our commitment to assuring the full satisfaction of our clients is something that we take great pride in. When planning your next home improvement project, rely on a company that offers unparalleled knowledge, experience and expertise. Contact us today to learn more about what sets us apart from the competition.

"I like working with them. They did everything I asked for. They were responsive."

Ted M on March 2023


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


Goodman & Daughters
2316 Gosford Rd
No reviews
Goodman & Daughters
2316 Gosford Rd
No reviews
39 years of experience

We are a general A Engineering and B Building contractor. We offer a long history of hands on experience that expresses itself in high quality craftsmanship and finesse. Goodman & Daughters, in addition to a strong commitment and understanding of the trade, also incorporates detailed project controls that include scheduling, cost tracking and progress reporting. These trade and business practices provide for a well informed customer and a successful job regardless of size or scope

We are a general A Engineering and B Building contractor. We offer a long history of hands on experience that expresses itself in high quality craftsmanship and finesse. Goodman & Daughters, in addition to a strong commitment and understanding of the trade, also incorporates detailed project controls that include scheduling, cost tracking and progress reporting. These trade and business practices provide for a well informed customer and a successful job regardless of size or scope


LS England Designs Four Seasons
6600 District Blvd
5.00(
1
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LS England Designs Four Seasons
6600 District Blvd
5.00(
1
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Lance and Sue are the owners of LS England Designs,Inc. Honesty and hard work is the belief we live by. Lance is a licensed general contractor and has been in the building trade for over 35 years. Sue has been in the construction field for over 15 years. Customer satisfaction and building with perfection are our priorities.

Lance and Sue are the owners of LS England Designs,Inc. Honesty and hard work is the belief we live by. Lance is a licensed general contractor and has been in the building trade for over 35 years. Sue has been in the construction field for over 15 years. Customer satisfaction and building with perfection are our priorities.


Americal Awnings and Patios
2122 "Q" Street
4.50(
8
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Americal Awnings and Patios
2122 "Q" Street
4.50(
8
)
Customers say: Quick response
41 years of experience

WHY CHOOSE US? EXPERIENCE – We have built 1000’s of awnings, carports, canopies and patio covers since 1984. INSTALLATION –100% in house installation team; friendly, licensed, insured and bonded – Well marked vehicles and uniformed employees. WARRANTY – Kern County’s exclusive Elitewood Ultra Dealer providing the industries best products. FREE ESTIMATES –Our professional staff will come to your home with product samples and our estimates are always free!

"I've been calling them since July. I talked to The owner said he would come out in 2 weeks, he was able to give me a quote but never came out. I was ok with the quote and said he could do it sometime in September. I've called 5 more times and he finally called me back 3 weeks ago and said he be out. Guess what no call no appearance. I guess they don't want my business. To bad I was looking forward to setting out on my patio enjoying the shade."

Rick G on September 2020

WHY CHOOSE US? EXPERIENCE – We have built 1000’s of awnings, carports, canopies and patio covers since 1984. INSTALLATION –100% in house installation team; friendly, licensed, insured and bonded – Well marked vehicles and uniformed employees. WARRANTY – Kern County’s exclusive Elitewood Ultra Dealer providing the industries best products. FREE ESTIMATES –Our professional staff will come to your home with product samples and our estimates are always free!

"I've been calling them since July. I talked to The owner said he would come out in 2 weeks, he was able to give me a quote but never came out. I was ok with the quote and said he could do it sometime in September. I've called 5 more times and he finally called me back 3 weeks ago and said he be out. Guess what no call no appearance. I guess they don't want my business. To bad I was looking forward to setting out on my patio enjoying the shade."

Rick G on September 2020


Color Your Carpet
9800 Beach Blvd
4.36(
11
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Color Your Carpet
9800 Beach Blvd
4.36(
11
)
Customers say: Quick response
37 years of experience

Our unique "Carpet Color Care" services are providing residential and commercial property owners with a cost-effective alternative to costly and usually unnecessary carpet replacement. Savings of 50% to 85% compared to carpet replacements costs. Faded, stained, wrong color, outdated color, wrong color or just plain ugly carpet- we are the original and only complete on-site carpet dyeing and color restoration service company in the USA. Certified Carpet Dyemasters and Colorists perform our services in more than 200 locations worldwide. Color restoration of Oriental rugs and all fine rugs are our specialty, Design dyeing services offered on wall-to-wall or area rugs. No obligation inspections and proposal performed by appointment. Dyes are safe, MSDS on hand, flawless safety record for 25+ years. Educational and informative information about anything and everything concerning all aspects of carpet and rugs are provided on Color Your Carpet websites.

Our unique "Carpet Color Care" services are providing residential and commercial property owners with a cost-effective alternative to costly and usually unnecessary carpet replacement. Savings of 50% to 85% compared to carpet replacements costs. Faded, stained, wrong color, outdated color, wrong color or just plain ugly carpet- we are the original and only complete on-site carpet dyeing and color restoration service company in the USA. Certified Carpet Dyemasters and Colorists perform our services in more than 200 locations worldwide. Color restoration of Oriental rugs and all fine rugs are our specialty, Design dyeing services offered on wall-to-wall or area rugs. No obligation inspections and proposal performed by appointment. Dyes are safe, MSDS on hand, flawless safety record for 25+ years. Educational and informative information about anything and everything concerning all aspects of carpet and rugs are provided on Color Your Carpet websites.


Alpha Omega Discount Plumbing & Drain Services
P.O.Box 9633
3.40(
5
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Alpha Omega Discount Plumbing & Drain Services
P.O.Box 9633
3.40(
5
)
Customers say: Super punctual
17 years of experience

We are a full service drain and plumbing repair/replacement company locally owned and operated we specialize in but not limited to: leak detections, color camera line locating, faucet repairs, garbage disposals, mainline root cutting, grease cutting, hydro jetting, water heaters, trenchless sewerline, repipe pex certified, mobile home repair/replacements,all types of drain stoppages,remodels,gas lines, water lines,septic tanks, leachlines,residential,commercial,tankless water heaters,ao smith,bradford white, vertex, moen, kohler,american standard,pfister,grohe,gastite, any and all kinds of weird old style we work on them all. same day call outs bbb accreditted, trusted by most insurances.

We are a full service drain and plumbing repair/replacement company locally owned and operated we specialize in but not limited to: leak detections, color camera line locating, faucet repairs, garbage disposals, mainline root cutting, grease cutting, hydro jetting, water heaters, trenchless sewerline, repipe pex certified, mobile home repair/replacements,all types of drain stoppages,remodels,gas lines, water lines,septic tanks, leachlines,residential,commercial,tankless water heaters,ao smith,bradford white, vertex, moen, kohler,american standard,pfister,grohe,gastite, any and all kinds of weird old style we work on them all. same day call outs bbb accreditted, trusted by most insurances.


Hill Plastering
4505 Sun Devils Ave
4.71(
7
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Hill Plastering
4505 Sun Devils Ave
4.71(
7
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

lathing and Plastering, re-stuccoing, Acrylic finishes on houses, additions and buildings.replacing popcorn ceiling with a smooth texture finish.

"Hill Plastering re-stuccoed our home with acrylic plaster. We are very happy with the results. The color is beautiful as well as the quality of work. Barachel Hill's years of experience is evident. He is super nice and and a pleasure to do business with. All of the crew is professional and hard working. I would highly recommend Hill Plastering."

Jeanne C on May 2018

lathing and Plastering, re-stuccoing, Acrylic finishes on houses, additions and buildings.replacing popcorn ceiling with a smooth texture finish.

"Hill Plastering re-stuccoed our home with acrylic plaster. We are very happy with the results. The color is beautiful as well as the quality of work. Barachel Hill's years of experience is evident. He is super nice and and a pleasure to do business with. All of the crew is professional and hard working. I would highly recommend Hill Plastering."

Jeanne C on May 2018


MWF Construction
9011 Autumn Sunset Dr
No reviews
MWF Construction
9011 Autumn Sunset Dr
No reviews
11 years of experience

Residential/Commercial Construction

Residential/Commercial Construction


Cabinets.com
701 S Howard Ave
4.36(
44
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Cabinets.com
701 S Howard Ave
4.36(
44
)
Customers say: Terrific value
16 years of experience

Welcome to Cabinets.com, the largest online retailer of assembled discount kitchen cabinets. Purchasing kitchen cabinets online is something new to a lot of home owners and renovators. At Cabinets.com, our team strives to build trust over the internet, provide the best quality service and products, as well as care for our community and environment. Cabinets.com was started in 2009 as Kitchen Resource Direct, one of the first companies to sell assembled kitchen cabinets online. Since then, we have been growing, extending our product offerings and services. We were recognized in both 2014 and 2015 by Inc. Magazine as one of the fastest growing private companies in America.

"We worked with a designer named Carrie and she is the reason I can sleep at night after ordering cabinets. She was so helpful navigating their site and helped us avoid pitfalls in our selections. She was friendly and professional through many design changes. The best thing was she helped us fulfill OUR vision instead of trying to impose hers. It was a comfortable experience and she was such a blessing."

Mary C on April 2025

Welcome to Cabinets.com, the largest online retailer of assembled discount kitchen cabinets. Purchasing kitchen cabinets online is something new to a lot of home owners and renovators. At Cabinets.com, our team strives to build trust over the internet, provide the best quality service and products, as well as care for our community and environment. Cabinets.com was started in 2009 as Kitchen Resource Direct, one of the first companies to sell assembled kitchen cabinets online. Since then, we have been growing, extending our product offerings and services. We were recognized in both 2014 and 2015 by Inc. Magazine as one of the fastest growing private companies in America.

"We worked with a designer named Carrie and she is the reason I can sleep at night after ordering cabinets. She was so helpful navigating their site and helped us avoid pitfalls in our selections. She was friendly and professional through many design changes. The best thing was she helped us fulfill OUR vision instead of trying to impose hers. It was a comfortable experience and she was such a blessing."

Mary C on April 2025

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Guest house building services FAQs

In most states, yes—you can build a guest house, but every city or county sets its own zoning rules and building codes. Before breaking ground, check local ordinances, confirm lot setbacks, and secure the right permits. A local contractor or design-build firm can walk you through the paperwork and site requirements so your project starts on solid legal footing.

Yes—homeowners often tap a few different financing tools. A home-equity line of credit (HELOC) lets you borrow against your equity as you need funds. If you prefer a lump sum tied directly to the project, a short-term construction loan can roll into a second mortgage once the build is complete. Cash-out refinancing is another option: you replace your current mortgage with a larger one and use the difference to cover construction costs.

When you build a guest house, you’re creating a separate structure for hosting visitors without the full amenities needed for permanent living. An accessory dwelling unit, however, includes a complete kitchen and bathroom, meeting building codes for a long-term residence. This key difference makes an ADU ideal for long-term occupancy or rental income, adding enduring value to your property.

How many rooms you need depends on how you plan to use the space. Aim for one bedroom per every one or two occupants to make sure everyone has enough privacy and comfort. Added living and dining areas give you extra functionality, especially for rental use or long-term stays.

Most homeowners pick somewhere between 600 and 1,500 square feet to fit all the essentials. Make sure your design supports one to two occupants per bedroom and includes enough common areas for comfortable daily living. A well-proportioned layout boosts both functionality and property value.

No—a guest house isn’t just a bump-out on your main home. A bump-out is a small extension within an existing room for extra seating or storage. In contrast, you build a guest house as a standalone building with its own foundation and amenities, giving you a fully separate living area that can boost your property’s versatility and value.

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