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So Cal Builders & Design Inc

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So Cal Builders & Design Inc

4.60(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
4872 local quotes requested
43 years of experience

So Cal Builders & Design have been helping the homes throughout California look perfect one nail and brick at a time! With the best prices and highest standard of service, we can deliver the kitchen or bathroom of your dreams on time and on budget! Our staff of trained technicians will build your addition or remodel to your specifications; using only the finest quality materials and the most up-to-date building procedures. We also have in house masonry service as well as perform a number of other services such as plumbing, lighting, painting, patios, and much more. Because we do it all ourselves, we eliminate miscommunication, stress and down time. We don’t use outside contractors or fancy gimmicks to get our customers. We combine new and modern building practices with tried and true hard work to deliver a work of art every time and that is why our customers make us #1. Request Your Free Estimate Voice Star: (888) 284-9122.

"I was hired to assist this business with improving their Yelp profile and successfully helped remove a negative review as requested. After completing the work, the client stopped responding and has not released the agreed payment. I put in full effort and delivered what was promised. I hope they will do the right thing and complete their commitment."

Asjad A on November 2025

So Cal Builders & Design have been helping the homes throughout California look perfect one nail and brick at a time! With the best prices and highest standard of service, we can deliver the kitchen or bathroom of your dreams on time and on budget! Our staff of trained technicians will build your addition or remodel to your specifications; using only the finest quality materials and the most up-to-date building procedures. We also have in house masonry service as well as perform a number of other services such as plumbing, lighting, painting, patios, and much more. Because we do it all ourselves, we eliminate miscommunication, stress and down time. We don’t use outside contractors or fancy gimmicks to get our customers. We combine new and modern building practices with tried and true hard work to deliver a work of art every time and that is why our customers make us #1. Request Your Free Estimate Voice Star: (888) 284-9122.

"I was hired to assist this business with improving their Yelp profile and successfully helped remove a negative review as requested. After completing the work, the client stopped responding and has not released the agreed payment. I put in full effort and delivered what was promised. I hope they will do the right thing and complete their commitment."

Asjad A on November 2025


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Sentri Homes

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Sentri Homes

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1134 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

Sentri Homes is a full-service contractor delivering high-end home additions, whole-home remodels, new custom builds, luxury kitchens, structural framing, roof replacements, and every major renovation. We assign a dedicated project manager to every job, deliver meticulous craftsmanship with clear communication, and back our work with an industry-leading warranty to ensure complete peace of mind on your largest investments. Our in-house team of licensed builders and master craftsmen consistently earns 5-star reviews by turning big visions into stunning, high-value homes—when you need one trusted partner who truly does it all, we’re the proven choice.

Sentri Homes is a full-service contractor delivering high-end home additions, whole-home remodels, new custom builds, luxury kitchens, structural framing, roof replacements, and every major renovation. We assign a dedicated project manager to every job, deliver meticulous craftsmanship with clear communication, and back our work with an industry-leading warranty to ensure complete peace of mind on your largest investments. Our in-house team of licensed builders and master craftsmen consistently earns 5-star reviews by turning big visions into stunning, high-value homes—when you need one trusted partner who truly does it all, we’re the proven choice.


Pacific Rim Construction Group

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Pacific Rim Construction Group

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Pacific Rim Construction Group is license and bonded.

Pacific Rim Construction Group is license and bonded.


Branko’s Construction Company

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Branko’s Construction Company

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45 years of experience

General Contractor/ General contractors license. Having a full staff of professionals designated to their trade. Estimate recommended, and price agreed upon over the phone. After negotiating what is to be repaired, a contract, and all of it's terms will be stipulated.

General Contractor/ General contractors license. Having a full staff of professionals designated to their trade. Estimate recommended, and price agreed upon over the phone. After negotiating what is to be repaired, a contract, and all of it's terms will be stipulated.


Hugs Construction

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Hugs Construction

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Hugs Construction, which stands for home up grade services, has over 20 years of experience and is a full service construction company in the San Fernando Valley and surrounding Los Angeles area. They work on projects of all sizes, such as kitchen and bath remodeling, wiring and electric work, soundproofing, installing windows and doors, specialty projects and new constructions. Hugs Construction prides itself on utilizing green products to sustain the environment. They strive to maintain high customer satisfaction with every job, making sure that their work lasts for many years to come.

Hugs Construction, which stands for home up grade services, has over 20 years of experience and is a full service construction company in the San Fernando Valley and surrounding Los Angeles area. They work on projects of all sizes, such as kitchen and bath remodeling, wiring and electric work, soundproofing, installing windows and doors, specialty projects and new constructions. Hugs Construction prides itself on utilizing green products to sustain the environment. They strive to maintain high customer satisfaction with every job, making sure that their work lasts for many years to come.


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System Pavers

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System Pavers

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

System Pavers is the nation’s leading outdoor remodeling company, thanks to award-winning customer service and more than 30 years of experience behind every install. With every project backed by industry-leading warranties, over 90,000 homeowners have trusted System Pavers to create beautiful, easy-to-maintain outdoor spaces where family and friends can connect for generations. System Pavers’ visionary designers and expert installation teams specialize in hardscapes, patios, driveways, turf, outdoor kitchens, BBQ islands, water features, fire features, decking, and more.

"Very fast and extremely well done. The crew was punctual, courteous, careful, highly skilled and worked every day, all day, until the job was finished. I would definitely hire them again."

Tim Q on November 2021

System Pavers is the nation’s leading outdoor remodeling company, thanks to award-winning customer service and more than 30 years of experience behind every install. With every project backed by industry-leading warranties, over 90,000 homeowners have trusted System Pavers to create beautiful, easy-to-maintain outdoor spaces where family and friends can connect for generations. System Pavers’ visionary designers and expert installation teams specialize in hardscapes, patios, driveways, turf, outdoor kitchens, BBQ islands, water features, fire features, decking, and more.

"Very fast and extremely well done. The crew was punctual, courteous, careful, highly skilled and worked every day, all day, until the job was finished. I would definitely hire them again."

Tim Q on November 2021


AK PRO CONSTRUCTION

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AK PRO CONSTRUCTION

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18 years of experience

WE ARE WORKING SPECIALTY JAPANESE DESIGN AND QUALITY CONSTRUCTION SERVICE AK PRO CONSTRUCTION, INC. is a trustworthy company and offers customers an honest, reliable and affordable service. We pride ourselves in providing high quality workmanship with the highest level of customer service at an economical price. Try our Japanese quality service. We work hard.

WE ARE WORKING SPECIALTY JAPANESE DESIGN AND QUALITY CONSTRUCTION SERVICE AK PRO CONSTRUCTION, INC. is a trustworthy company and offers customers an honest, reliable and affordable service. We pride ourselves in providing high quality workmanship with the highest level of customer service at an economical price. Try our Japanese quality service. We work hard.


Big Ben Construction

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Big Ben Construction

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31 years of experience

We provide friendly, trustworthy, and exceptional quality remodeling service. THE PROFESSIONALS AT BIG BEN CONSTRUCTION PLEDGE TO LISTEN TO YOUR NEEDS AND WISHES, HELP YOU RECOGNIZE YOUR REALISTIC GOALS, AND PRODUCE UNCOMPROMISING RESULTS.... PROUDLY SERVING THE GREATER LOS ANGELES METRO AREA!

We provide friendly, trustworthy, and exceptional quality remodeling service. THE PROFESSIONALS AT BIG BEN CONSTRUCTION PLEDGE TO LISTEN TO YOUR NEEDS AND WISHES, HELP YOU RECOGNIZE YOUR REALISTIC GOALS, AND PRODUCE UNCOMPROMISING RESULTS.... PROUDLY SERVING THE GREATER LOS ANGELES METRO AREA!


E&J CONSTRUCTION LANDSCAPE Inc

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E&J CONSTRUCTION LANDSCAPE Inc

2.50(
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28 years of experience

E&J is a family owned and operated licensed contracting company. We have been in business for over ten years. We are small company that will pay attention to detail and provide excellent customer satisfaction. No job is too small or too big. We do 95% of the work in house and only use highly qualified and licensed subs when we need to. Our estimates are free of charge and we provide in house design services for your projects. We accept most major credit cards and offer financing for qualified clients. Our highest priority is customer satisfaciton.

"Do NOT use these guys! They are terrible. Hugo has abandoned my project, and we are about to begin the litigation them. Hugo is a terrible communicator to his clients and employees. The pool itself looks amazing (My wife and I designed it, not them). And the work, for the most part, was good! But there are things to finish (Correct the panel location, set up the pool panel and programming, set up our app on our phones to control the panel, pass gas test and final inspection) that he did not complete after daily messaging. Pool project started on 10/3/17...we signed a contract agreeing to 90days (Jan 3, 2018)...well here we are, April 25, 2018 with out the entire project completed. Hugo showed up yesterday (4/24/18) since is was the last day for him to complete the project before he breached it, and it was the first time he actually SAW THE POOL, and it was the first time that he has set foot here since November 14th, 2017, which also happens to be the last time he collected a check!! (weird, right?!) Over 5 months ago!!!!! He'll tell you that his crew showing up for the first time in over 8-weeks is his company “continuing to work on your property”. It's the second time his company disappeared for over 2 months during this project. All the problems we had here were directly from Hugo not being here and it was on me to do his job and make sure his employees he sent did the right thing. Perfect set-up for him, Right?! Here you are, paying him tens of thousands of dollars for a project he agreed to, and you end up having to hound him and beg him to finish it! He's unapologetic about everything. There were only 2-3 inspections that I wasn't here alone to do. That's not what i signed up for! I paid full price, I paid every time I was supposed to, and now I'm the one who has to sit and wait for the inspection?! In fact, today we failed our final inspection (for the 3rd time) because we failed the gas test, and the location of the pool panel isnt to code, and some of the pool equipment will have to be moved to provide the required "working space" around our main electrical panel. We'll we have a new contractor that will finish this up. And we'll do everything we can legally to collect what is owed to us by Hugo and his company. Word of advice: Make sure that final payment in the contract is AT LEAST 20% or more...or you wont see your project finished...for sure not by these guys. But the best advice would be DON'T USE THESE GUYS!"

Nicholas M on April 2018

E&J is a family owned and operated licensed contracting company. We have been in business for over ten years. We are small company that will pay attention to detail and provide excellent customer satisfaction. No job is too small or too big. We do 95% of the work in house and only use highly qualified and licensed subs when we need to. Our estimates are free of charge and we provide in house design services for your projects. We accept most major credit cards and offer financing for qualified clients. Our highest priority is customer satisfaciton.

"Do NOT use these guys! They are terrible. Hugo has abandoned my project, and we are about to begin the litigation them. Hugo is a terrible communicator to his clients and employees. The pool itself looks amazing (My wife and I designed it, not them). And the work, for the most part, was good! But there are things to finish (Correct the panel location, set up the pool panel and programming, set up our app on our phones to control the panel, pass gas test and final inspection) that he did not complete after daily messaging. Pool project started on 10/3/17...we signed a contract agreeing to 90days (Jan 3, 2018)...well here we are, April 25, 2018 with out the entire project completed. Hugo showed up yesterday (4/24/18) since is was the last day for him to complete the project before he breached it, and it was the first time he actually SAW THE POOL, and it was the first time that he has set foot here since November 14th, 2017, which also happens to be the last time he collected a check!! (weird, right?!) Over 5 months ago!!!!! He'll tell you that his crew showing up for the first time in over 8-weeks is his company “continuing to work on your property”. It's the second time his company disappeared for over 2 months during this project. All the problems we had here were directly from Hugo not being here and it was on me to do his job and make sure his employees he sent did the right thing. Perfect set-up for him, Right?! Here you are, paying him tens of thousands of dollars for a project he agreed to, and you end up having to hound him and beg him to finish it! He's unapologetic about everything. There were only 2-3 inspections that I wasn't here alone to do. That's not what i signed up for! I paid full price, I paid every time I was supposed to, and now I'm the one who has to sit and wait for the inspection?! In fact, today we failed our final inspection (for the 3rd time) because we failed the gas test, and the location of the pool panel isnt to code, and some of the pool equipment will have to be moved to provide the required "working space" around our main electrical panel. We'll we have a new contractor that will finish this up. And we'll do everything we can legally to collect what is owed to us by Hugo and his company. Word of advice: Make sure that final payment in the contract is AT LEAST 20% or more...or you wont see your project finished...for sure not by these guys. But the best advice would be DON'T USE THESE GUYS!"

Nicholas M on April 2018


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Othniel Design Realty

4.67(
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Othniel Design Realty

4.67(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Othniel Design Realty (ODR) has been service for 13 years and specializes in design and inspections with certified home inspectors, general building contractors, and registered engineers that can offer you the most comprehensive drawings and reports for your home. For design, our main focus are on Accessory Dwelling Unit, Single Family Residence, Multi Family Residence, Coffee Shop, Restaurant, Office, Gas Station, and Food Mart; for inspections either you are Home Buying needing a home inspection for your lender transaction, Home Selling wanting a home inspection for your broker to increase the sales price, or Home Owning needing a home inspection for you to find repair options, ODR will provide for you with the best solutions for the most affordable design and inspection fees. For other services, we also provide forensic and construction consultations to help with your home improvement projects. We serve Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, and San Jose Counties and able to travel to other counties with the right price. If you found what you need with ODR in making your dream home a reality, book with us today by directly contacting our hotlines at 8052356191 or pijcabasag@gmail.com.

"Great service, they were kind enough to accommodate me on my schedule. Pleasure dy business with."

Gabriella G on December 2024

Othniel Design Realty (ODR) has been service for 13 years and specializes in design and inspections with certified home inspectors, general building contractors, and registered engineers that can offer you the most comprehensive drawings and reports for your home. For design, our main focus are on Accessory Dwelling Unit, Single Family Residence, Multi Family Residence, Coffee Shop, Restaurant, Office, Gas Station, and Food Mart; for inspections either you are Home Buying needing a home inspection for your lender transaction, Home Selling wanting a home inspection for your broker to increase the sales price, or Home Owning needing a home inspection for you to find repair options, ODR will provide for you with the best solutions for the most affordable design and inspection fees. For other services, we also provide forensic and construction consultations to help with your home improvement projects. We serve Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, and San Jose Counties and able to travel to other counties with the right price. If you found what you need with ODR in making your dream home a reality, book with us today by directly contacting our hotlines at 8052356191 or pijcabasag@gmail.com.

"Great service, they were kind enough to accommodate me on my schedule. Pleasure dy business with."

Gabriella G on December 2024

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FAQs for second story addition building service projects in Van Nuys, CA

For many homeowners, building up is worth the expense because it provides the extra bedrooms or living areas that can’t be accommodated within the existing footprint. A larger, updated home often commands a higher resale price, recouping a sizable share of the project cost while allowing you to stay in the neighborhood you love. Run the numbers with a real estate agent and contractor to ensure the expected return and day-to-day benefits align with your goals.

Whether it makes more sense to build up or out depends on your lot, budget, and local code. Building up preserves yard space and involves less foundation work, but you may need to vacate the home during construction. Building out avoids staircases and can proceed while you stay put; however, it encroaches on the yard and may face setback limits. Compare both options with your contractor before making a decision.

A structural engineer will first inspect the existing foundation for cracks, footings, and load capacity. Depending on the findings, the crew may pour new concrete footings, install steel or concrete piers, add reinforced beams, or tie additional rebar into the slab. These upgrades redistribute the weight of the new floor and bring the structure up to code. Your contractor will outline the specific reinforcement plan and timeline once the engineering report is complete.

The Van Nuys, CA homeowners’ guide to second story addition building services

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