Cali First Remodel

(29 reviews)

I was looking to remodel my kitchen area, I met with Yoti…read morefrom Js remodeling. In the first meeting, he came and sat with me for hours. He was very professional and informed, A few days after he started the job, and a week later, they had already finished. They leave everything clean. I love my kitchen now more than ever!

Thank you, Js Remodeling team! Couldn't be happier with the final results of my master bathroom…read moretransformation. Yoti and Jonathan were so patient and helpful from start to finish. I appreciated the guidance and professional guidance along the way. Highly recommend this local and professional company!

Elite Builders & Design

(31 reviews)

This August we had the pleasure of working with Elite Home Builders, specifically with Gabriel. He…read morewas great to work with, he had great ideas and was always available to go over any questions I had. Initially we hired him to paint our home and to replace a number of rotting fascia boards. He also helped me select a beautiful front door to update the look of our home, as well as replace an exterior side door and repainted and changed the hardware of our kitchen/garage fire door. When we had issues with some of the work done, Gabriel was right on it to make sure it was taken care of immediately. This type of attention is not always given with other people we've dealt with before. Gabe takes pride in his company to do an excellent job for his clients. After a month and a half since the job was completed, Gabe came over to assess the job, after we had a week of steady rain, to make sure we didn't have any other questions for him. We would definitely recommend him and his company to do a great job!

We had our bathroom & kitchen & windows fully renovated by Elite Builders & Design. Gabriel walked…read moreus through the process, was attentive and quick to reply, and his years of experience was invaluable. Additionally, the foreman Santiago was a pleasure to work with. We're happy with how the work turned out. We asked for something nice and simple and modern, and that's exactly what we got. Recommended -- we'd work with Gabriel again.

Quick Response Plumbing

(6 reviews)

Gary's people did the deglazing of the bathtub. They did a…read moreperfect work. Every thing was as he promised. I recommend wholeheartedly.

I just moved and needed my fridge connected to the water line, Gerardo and his guy came the day of…read moremy request and did the job. For an emergency (same day) request, he charged us less than what others charged us in the past for a regular request. Got him again a few days later to fix the waterflow on our toilets, he came by himself and did the job himself in less than half an hour. Again, didn't charge anything crazy like others would. Would recommend!

Sequoia Flooring

(69 reviews)

Eder was our PM and the crew was Mario, Jesus, and Tito. They did a great job. Right from the…read morestart, Eder did an evaluation on our 100 year old house and as best he could, described what he may find as issues and offered suggestions to mitigate them. He continued to communicate effectively throughout the project and was able to overcome almost all the issues the project presented. We ended up with a great product. The crew was friendly and they took great care to protect the rest of the house and our outdoor landscaping. Highly recommend this company.

I only contacted them for an estimate on a repair I needed done on my property. They didn't confirm…read morethe appointment, and the contractor showed up at 7:30 AM for an appointment between 12-2. I explicitly outlined what I needed done and the gentleman was in other rooms that I didn't ask for and gave us an estimate 3 times what everyone else was offering. It was an inconvenience and a poor experience and we will definitely be using someone else who knows the value of communication and listening to what the customer is asking for.

Letter Four

(25 reviews)

Letter Four totally dropped the ball on my project! Almost…read moregot to the final approval stage just to find out that it was not worth doing due to section 8. After spending $200,000, the project was scrapped! THE DID NOT TAKE RESPONSIBILITY AND I LOST ALL MY INVESTMENT IN THE PLANS! $200,000 DOWN THE DRAIN! They didn't offer any reimbursement at all for their mistake!!! Good luck if you use them, and I hope they don't mess it up like my plans if you use them. But I wouldn'trecommend them after what happened to me!!!! BeWare

Found Letter Four online and read glowing reviews like the ones here... I should have looked…read morecloser. Having worked with them for 2 years, I now realize most of these reviews are either (1) 5+ years old or (2) from people who work there - Alex S, J M, etc. I spent about $120k and the last 2 years on a 4-bedroom remodel with Letter Four. I have *nothing* to show for it. No plans, no permits, nothing. Just a home that I cannot live in with some holes in the walls and ceilings (they just enough minor demo that I can't live there and then they disappeared - fun!) What I do have are shady invoices (they pad their invoices, double-charge you, refuse to send you receipts even after you ask 5x, charge you for everything they can with a 20% markup - Ubers, printing fees, software fees, etc). What really bothered me is that they pay their Project Managers almost nothing and then they charge you $200/hr for those PMs work. When I tried to do calls with them to understand the invoicing, instead of listening and admitting their mistakes when they very clearly double-charged me for the same things - they yelled at me. The owner Jeremy talked over me the entire call. (To his credit, he did apologize for not letting me get a single word in - he said something like "I've been told I do this to women"). If you want to work with two really arrogant people who want to talk a lot about how great they are and how right they are but won't listen - by all means, sign up to work with these folks. The work itself isn't just subpar and sloppy - it's actually unusable. They were constantly making mistakes - you'd send them measurements and then get the plans and everything would be the wrong size. I never got a window schedule that had windows that matched the plans. They never got approval for a permit for the plans they created. They made so many mistakes, it's laughable. I hired a new Engineer and Contractor who both can't stop cracking up about Letter Four's work. "This isn't even to scale! Look, they have the downspouts at the highest points of the roof! Look at this - that part must be a joke, right?!" For the prices they charge and how arrogant they are about their experience, they deliver really sub-optimal work. They claim their high hourly fees and high-end rates will make your remodel easy for you - but I found that working with them is 5x more work than with my new contractor. (Message me if you want his info - he's *amazing*). Finally, their design aesthetic is really cheesy. It doesn't match any of the photos in their portfolio. All their design proposals felt something you'd see in a cheap flip. It was a total waste of money to pay for a "design + build" firm because I ended up designing every inch of it myself. Another reviewer called them "awkward" and I 100% found that to be the case. Their online portfolio is great, but actually working with them is a total nightmare on every level. Most people don't love their contractors - but you will LOATHE these people. I guess if you want some cool horror stories about your remodel, this is the company for you!

Pro Handyman Service

4.8

(138 reviews)

We highly recommend Pro Handyman Service!…read more I wanted to write this review because we had a request that, while not unique, wasn't that easily categorized under a common household repair category, so we decided we would look for a general handyman that would be able to do it all. We have a sliding barn door for a guest bathroom, and because there was a bit of a gap from the wall to the door, it wasn't very private for our guests, and there was also no latch on the barn door. It's a strange choice for a bathroom, but we also didn't have the budget to change the entire door. I reached out to a few pros to get their assessments, and Pro Handyman Service was not the cheapest option for this job, but they had great reviews and I appreciated that they gave me an upfront quote. The quote actually helped me to budget accordingly, and I didn't feel like there were going to be a bunch of hidden charges that I wouldn't be able to plan for. I also felt that Pro Handyman Service was easy to communicate with and they responded to my questions very quickly over Yelp messages. They are busy, by the way, so try to schedule early so you can get a time slot. Denis arrived at our home promptly and on time, and was very careful to keep the home clean by wearing booties to cover his shoes. He listened and reviewed the situation, then gave us several options based on his opinions and experience. For example, he said he could use either wood or plastic paneling to add a "privacy edge" to the sliding door, and we ultimately settled on wood for the sides and plastic for the top of the door. He had everything needed for the job and just needed to leave to purchase the wood paneling and returned promptly to do the install. He also painted and caulked the new wooden privacy edge on each side of the door. We had already purchased a latch, which he also installed while accommodating the added privacy edge to the door. Denis worked very quickly and efficiently, leaving no mess behind. As you can see from the photos, the installation looks quite neat and clean, and almost looks as if the door came that way. It was nice that he was able to cut the privacy edge to accommodate the baseboard, too. Overall, this was a very positive experience with Pro Handyman Service and we think you'll be pleased with them as well! Hopefully this review will be helpful to anyone else who is looking for someone who needs a handyman (and especially if they have a specific request that might be similar to ours)!

5 stars all the way around. Very easy to work with, very direct, professional, and took the time to…read morekeep me updated. I had a very odd issue of an extremely shakey washing machine, which after several repair attempts led me to inspect the floor. Denis his colleague showed up to move the washer/dryer and inspect the floor, and determined it was not level (it was VERY uneven). Denis gave me several options for how to proceed. They took the time to show me the support frame under the floor and explain why it wasn't level, and what they could do to level it as much as possible. I had hired Pro Handyman Service to address the floor only, but after they were finished and placed everything back the way it was, Denis asked to see a wash cycle on the washing machine to see if the floor fixed the machine as well - it worked great, no more intense shaking! Highly recommend, and will definitely be using their services again in the future.

AHI Kitchen & Bath Remodel

(39 reviews)

This past year I hired American to remodel both of our upstairs bathrooms, including a full demo of…read morethe master bath where we removed the tub and extended the shower. My project manager Jack was in constant contact from the design phase through the final punch list. He answered materials questions, kept me updated on timelines, and even picked up some materials for me. The contractors were just as friendly and easy to work with, even when I made a few changes mid remodel. The finished master bath came out remarkably close to the 3D rendering they showed me before any work started. I was very pleased with the results and would encourage anyone getting bids to include AHI.

Recommend this company! The ambassador was very friendly and will be recommending to my friendly in…read moregeneral! They gave advice about kitchen remodeling and more. My family loves project involving housing so super excited to see the works they do from here on out!

La Gates

(36 reviews)

Highly recommend Eli from LA Gates. For any gate needs - parking, intercom, home…read more Eli is very responsive, funny, reasonably priced, punctual and honest. He knows his stuff and has a sense of humor.

La Gate and Eli are professional. They did a great job installing the lock, the mesh, and…read morerepainting the gate. Such a great job, no hassles, and inexpensive. After searching many vendors, Eli answered all my questions and was always available. Unheard of. We live in LA and we know how it goes when dealing with contractors. And I bet if I went with someone that was double the price I would not get the same quality nor service. Yes, I recommend LA Gate, highly.

BD Home Renovation

4.6

(9 reviews)

Working with them to remodel our patio was a great experience. The foreman, Bar, was incredibly…read morepolite and easy to communicate with, which I think is very rare in the construction industry. I highly recommend him. The crews they brought in were also fantastic. We had many different workers for various parts of the project, and almost all of them were very polite and friendly, even if their English wasn't perfect. This was a much better experience than many of my past renovations for both my business and home. I can't recommend them enough. Communication is crucial in renovation projects, and there are bound to be times when expectations don't quite match reality. There were also times when we wanted to change something after it had already been installed. During these typically stressful situations, Bar was always patient and kind. He would explain things to us and discuss solutions. I'm truly grateful for their work and would definitely hire them again for future renovations.

This was extremely disappointing experience. We requested a quote weeks ago....the project manager…read morefinally showed up and did all the measurements and took notes to detail out scope. We were clear we wanted a quote and their understanding of the project, costs etc. Waited for several days and finally got an incomplete quote with several items missing for scope of work. I contacted the project manager....he apologized and said he will go back and detail out the remaining items....after another 2 days, we got an even shorter quote with many items missing and price went down by $17K. The updated quote included kitchen cabinets which surprised me how with inclusion of cabinets, the price of entire project will go down by almost $30K+. I do not trust this company and doesn't seem like a reliable company to deal with.

Construction Hub

(8 reviews)

I highly recommend Sergey! We recently hired him and his team to fix up our screen doors, and he…read morewas awesome to work with. Responsive, punctual, kind and honest. His work was also great, reasonably priced and quickly executed. He gave us council on the project and answered all of our questions. We will definitely be working with Sergey again.

Best choice ever hiring construction Hub. They responded right away with a very reasonable quote…read more No fluff just straight to the point. They did an excellent job and finished the removal of two large sliding glass doors and patching in one day. Would highly recommend and will use them for future projects.

The Rain Gutter Specialists

(793 reviews)

Had The Rain Gutter Specialists come out and got the straightest assessment from anyone…read more I asked about gutter covers, fully expecting the pitch. Johnny thought cleaning and repair would be a better use of the money and that my gutters were in decent enough shape overall. He even referred me to someone else for cleaning instead of keeping everything in house. No scare tactics, no inflated list of problems, no upsell. Just a clear read on my gutters and what he would do if it was his home. Really appreciate it, we will see how this winter goes, First chance I get I will come back to Rain Gutter Specialists and refer others. Felt rare enough that I wanted to say something. If you want an honest opinion, call these guys.

Best best best company I ever worked with ! They replaced…read morethe gutters in the front of the house, removed the 38 years old ones, that did not look too good... All and all - Perfect workmanship !! thank you !!

Tom Adams Woodworking

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(1 review)

Happy with the craftsmanship and the service. Tom was easy to work with. We were converting a desk…read moreinto a coffee table and weren't sure if the size would work. Tom said if it ended up feeling too large, we could bring it back.

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Sandra A.

1 year ago

This company, and Mia especially, appear to be predators. This is based on an experience involving me and my parents. Mia of CaliFirst Remodel texted me, "Hi Alexander, this is Mia from Cali First Remodel and I am with your mom and dad who have a leak in their living room and we are looking at the option of helping them out with a roof repair. I do however need you to be aware that I am here. Can you please give me a call on this number as soon as you get the chance, they explained to me that you are a doctor, so I understand that you might be working now" I call her. She is with my parents. Jumping ahead, I learned that the company's licensing requires them to involve a witness when the client is 64+ years old. My parents called Mia to look at replacing windows. She proceeds to identify areas of leak from the roof that my parents hadn't gotten around to fixing yet, and she told me she went on the roof and took photos and video clips of areas requiring repair. She was trying to convince me to give the OK for my parents to sign a contract and provided me very little detail up-front, which was the first red flag. I asked about cost, and she focused on a $5000 grant that my parents could sign up for within California and stressed the time-limited urgency of the offer. I pressed her further on total price, to which she said about $200/month. Not specifying the total timeframe of this was the next . Eventually, after much more discussion, she eventually told me that the total price would be over $30,000.00, and I did a quick google search which estimates the average year 2023 cost of this to be 8k-20k. I told her based on this discrepancy, I needed more time to be able to do some research to help my parents come to a decision. Her response? "But your parents are fine with it so I don't see what the problem is!" Another . Now fortunately, my parents and I have already had to deal with them getting scammed by others for smaller amounts that they now know to involve me prior to signing on something costly. The next couple of minutes of this phone call consisted of Mia insisting they had the "lowest price" and saying "trust me", but when I said what I believe to be a reasonable "I need to be able to research this more and would like to get a few other estimates for comparison and also ask their roommate who does a lot of handiwork about his impression," she proceeded to try to discredit the value of their roommate weighing in, insisted they had the best price, and emphasized the time-sensitive nature of being able to apply for a grant that we could not take the time to do our research. Huge red flags off this one. I told her that we did not want to work with her at this time, and I advised my parents who were on speakerphone to not sign a contact until I could do my research. She became very defensive, saying things like, "this is a family company!" And "I have parents too!" And "I am licensed - do you not trust the group that licenses me?!" I discussed this interaction with other staffmembers at CaliFirst Remodel who confirmed to me repeatedly that there is no specific licensure that she holds as an individual to do the work she does, and rather, the licensing pertains to the company as a whole, so she was making up lies to try to persuade me. Now, the worst part is how she responds to me asking her to let me talk to my parents without interruption. I think it a simple request, but after MULTIPLE times of repeating it to her, she did not seem to want to comply with this request. This culminated in me becoming more upset with her and telling her to leave my parents alone. She then proceeds to say that she apologizes for me and my behavior, and that she feels sorry for my patients as a doctor and for my parents and called me terrible. My dad said that her saying this made my mom cry. I tried to bring this up with the company, they refuse to provide me Mia's last name to lodge a formal complaint. They claimed they would launch an internal investigation but have not yet followed through. 3/4/25 Edit: After making this post two days ago, Mia called me from a private number multiple times on my cell phone, stated she had my hospital work address, and was going to reach out to them and tell them that I committed sexual abuse if I did not remove this post within three hours. I will now be involving the police. read more

Irma V.

6 months ago

Amazing service! Cali First Remodel was very professional from start to finish. The team was organized, responsive, and delivered exactly what they promised. The quality of the work exceeded my expectations and the whole process felt smooth and stress-free. Shimi was incredible -- attentive, knowledgeable, and always available to answer questions. You can tell he truly cares about the customers and the final result. I'm very happy with the job and would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable remodeling company! I had such a great experience with Cali First Remodel. From the first meeting to the final walkthrough, everything was handled professionally and efficiently. The communication was clear, the timeline was respected, and the quality of work really shows. Shimi was outstanding throughout the entire project. He was patient, detail-oriented, and made sure everything was done right. It's rare to find someone who truly takes pride in their work the way he does. I'm extremely happy with the results and wouldn't hesitate to use them again in the future! I don't usually write reviews, but Cali First Remodel truly deserves it. The entire experience was smooth and professional from day one. They showed up on time, kept everything clean, and delivered exactly what they promised. The quality of the work speaks for itself -- you can tell they really care about what they do. Shimi was amazing to work with. Super responsive, honest, and always made sure we were happy every step of the way. He went above and beyond to make sure everything came out perfect. If you're looking for a reliable remodeling company that actually delivers, I highly recommend them! read more

Noelani L.

6 months ago

Drake P.

6 months ago

I don't write reviews often, but Cali First absolutely deserves this. If you live in Los Angeles and you're even thinking about remodeling, fixing a roof, or dealing with mold stop searching and call them. I went through a stressful situation with roof damage that led to mold issues (which, if you've ever dealt with mold in LA, you know how overwhelming that can be). [[HIGHLIGHT]]From the first call, Cali First made the entire process feel manageable.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They didn't just patch things up they did it the right way. They replaced my roof properly, handled the mold remediation thoroughly, and made sure everything was sealed, safe, and done to code. No shortcuts. No vague answers. Total transparency. Their team was professional, clean, on time, and genuinely cared about doing quality work. In a city like Los Angeles where it can be hard to find contractors you truly trust, Cali First stands out. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They communicated clearly, showed up when they said they would, and delivered results that gave me real peace of mind.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My home feels safe again. That alone is priceless. If you want a company that treats your home like it's their own, handles mold the right way, and delivers high-quality remodeling work in California Cali First is it. 10/10. Would recommend to anyone in LA. read more

Steven G.

11 months ago

I had an amazing experience working with Califirst Remodel. Haim and Hody were absolutely incredible throughout the entire project. From start to finish, they were professional, reliable, and always went the extra mile to make sure everything was done perfectly. The quality of the work is outstanding -- they truly turned our vision into reality. Beyond the craftsmanship, what stood out most was their honesty, clear communication, and genuine care for us as clients. It's rare to find a team that combines skill, integrity, and such a personal touch. If you're considering a remodel or any home improvement project, don't think twice -- go with Haim, Udi, and the Califirst Remodel team. You won't just get great results, you'll enjoy the entire process knowing you're in the best hands. Highly recommended! read more

Kev

1 month ago

Absolutely thrilled with my experience working with Cali First Remodel! From start to finish, Frank was incredibly responsive and professional--he kept me informed at every step of the process, which made the whole roof work stress-free. Communication was clear and prompt, and I always felt like my questions and concerns were taken seriously. The quality of work delivered by Frank's team was outstanding. Isaac, in particular, deserves mention for his craftsmanship and attention to detail. Every aspect of the project was completed to the highest standard, and the final result exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend Cali First Remodel to anyone looking for a top-notch, reliable, and trustworthy remodeling company. Thank you, Frank and Isaac, for a job exceptionally well done! read more

Lori D.

7 months ago

Jordan Munis is absolutely amazing. From the very first visit, I felt listened to, respected, and genuinely cared for. Jordan is professional, knowledgeable, and takes the time to explain things clearly instead of rushing you through. You can tell he truly cares about helping people feel better, not just getting through appointments. The experience was comfortable, loving, calming, and effective -- I noticed a real difference and felt confident I was in good hands. It's rare to find someone who combines skill, patience, and kindness so effortlessly. If you're looking for someone you can trust and feel comfortable with, Jordan Munis is the one. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to friends and family. Jordan is truly an Angel to our family. read more

Lynda L.

2 years ago

I just want to say that I have had a lot of companies come through to do my landscaping project. but when Sly and Mia came from CaliFirst remodel i felt safe more than anything. the work was extremely professional and done according to plan and beyond amazing. but mostly, in a world full of people and companies that will take advantage of you, sly and Mia and Cali first as a whole made me feel safety and that I'm in good hands and made me feel that they care beyond the project we have together. they made sure I was ok after a medical procedure and even made sure I got to the hospital safely and they made me feel like I have someone to help me. I could not recommend them enough. top notch all the way and most of all good human beings read more

Anika C.

3 years ago

My parents were looking to get their roof and kitchen redone. They didn't know where to start since it's their first time doing anything like that. We received a few calls from different companies, but this one is racist. The girl that called realized thatparents were Indian immigrants. She refused service. I believe she (Angie) thought she put us on hold or mute and told somone "these people are Indian. We avoid Indian. They are cheap" then she proceeded to tell my father that she would call back to let us know a time to make an appointment. What was the point of the call then. RACIST !! They were willing to spend their hard earned money , but this company. If you can even call them that. They lost out. read more

Vanessa B.

1 year ago

Excellent, Excellent, Excellent!!!! Ms. Gigi thank you sooo very much!!!!!! The commination and guidance thru the process was top notch!!!! My mother and I had been searching for the best fit for our roof project. We went thru so many but when Ms. GIGI came thru , we knew Cal Firat was the choice!!! The work is excellent and looks amazing and beautiful !! Gigi has helped my mother with getting us a new roof and fixing everything that wasn't safe or correct. I'm extremely grateful to Gigi and Cal First Remodel for doing such a wonderful and excellent work on our NEW ROOF!!! My mother & I already looking forward to working with Cal First Remodel & Gigi read more

Lucy G.

4 months ago

Sly and Ray are the perfect team, they are reliable, hardworking, and great at communication! A leaky skylight, courtesy of last December's rain, put a damper on my holiday plans. With no prior experience in roof repairs, I was more than apprehensive. Seeking solace in multiple estimates, I discovered CaliFirst Remodel. Sly's no-nonsense approach and willingness to incorporate my existing skylight into the repair plan sealed the deal. Two other companies said I will need to get rid of the skylight all together. Thank you to Cali First Remodel for making my experience stress and hassle free. I would definitely recommend to family and friends! read more

Hector Leticia S.

1 year ago

Jordan is hand down of the best contractors I've ever worked with. He helped me with full exterior renovation - We did the roof, Paint, Windows, HVAC and the landscaping - and everything turned out amazing. Jordan is professional, Honest, And takes real pride in his work. He stayed on schedule, Communicated Clearly throughout The process, And paid attention to every detail. It's rare to find someone so reliable and easy to work with in This industry. I highly recommended Jordan And Cali first remodel To anyone looking for high quality results And a contractor you can truly trust. - leticia Salceda read more

Mike H.

6 months ago

Had a bathroom remodel done. Bella and her team are the best. From demo to completion. Such clean work, everything in the house on the way to the work area was covered. All demo was done with attention to making a clean undamaged blank space. As for the finished product so much attention was paid to the details. Several trips to Home Depot to do extra work not even discussed in the estimate. I was very impressed with the desire to make things as perfect as the could. A 1-2 day project turned into a 3-4 day with no added cost. The installers would say "If you're happy we're happy. Next is the roof ! read more

Roiles G.

1 year ago

I was looking for good company to do my roof I got several estimate until Bella came and give me the best price and they perform the best work I ever saw Amazing communication with the company and especially Bella she was very professional and she helped me also with financing They did an Professional work on my roof With permit and everything even all my neighbor's Wants them to do their roof I highly recommend on this company Cali First remodel and highly recommend to work with Bella So professional I'm looking forward to do extra work in my house with this company 10 out of 10 experience read more

Deby T.

1 year ago

We are very pleased with our beautiful new windows. Jordan the project manager truly cares and tries to help in anyway possible so that you can achieve your dreams. Both owners have cared enough to actually come to our home, They e made suggestions, listened to ours and have done whatever possible so that are vision comes alive. I'm looking forward to when our new bathroom remodel will be complete! We highly recommend this companion. The moment we met Jordan he felt like part of the family he will do whatever is in his power to assist you in obtaining what you need read more

Kristin W.

4 months ago

awesome kitchen! bella was really sweet and helpful and they had a really nice selection. I got exactly what I wanted, and it looks fantastic! the countertop cuts are so impressive. I couidjt even imagine how they'd do it. but they got it done perfectly. The whole team worked very efficiently, especially Albert with the cabinets. phenomenal job, and such quality work. Totally appreciated that especially the attention to detail and getting it all done in such a timely manner. Really amazed at that. very happy! read more

Barbara M.

8 months ago

I am happy and satisfied from Caifirst Remodel for doing my bathroom was amaze how it made a huge difference from the cabinets and open space and the lighting and the color of my bathroom is my happy place and Califist Remodel with Mia on board made my bathroom a Happy place for me to Relax and refresh and retreat and say they really did a great job in every detail from all angles a bathroom worth being in it I am full of gratitdude to everyone that played a part in making my bathroom until my reality read more

Nettie W.

1 year ago

I had great pleasure to work with Bella she did my roof she gave me the best price from all the other contractor that I got estimate. after that I let her doing multiple projects in my house she helped me with everything she was so kind and the company performed amazing work, great communication I'm so happy that I had the chance to work with her and the company I'm highly recommend them for everything you need in your house if I could give him more style I will do it 10 out of 10 read more

Ted H.

1 year ago

We were very happy with the overall customer service and the contractor's willingness to address any concerns.. I have been totally satisfied with the product and installation . Ray, Project Manager thank you for all of your hard work and professional dedication to help us walk through each and every step along the way. Cali first Thank you for a job well done! Thanks for the great bathroom job .. Loved the team!! Very respectful and conscientious. Appreciate it! Ted 7/25/25 read more

Christine H.

6 months ago

I had a rewarding experience with our bathroom remodel roof tile reset, and attic clean out. The work was handled professionally and and start to finish, and the quality of the work was awesome. Management with Mia was excellent, helping me make the right remodeling decisions and offering me the best benefits for my projects. Her communication was very good and responsive and very easy to work with. Highly recommend this team, thank you for great work! read more

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4.8

(105 reviews)

Being very meticulous and particular, I spent 2 months interviewing multiple companies before…read moredeciding to go with Alpha One Construction. They were referred to me by a friend who had her roofing done by them. What impressed her the most was the extra-mile they took to make her happy. Surprisingly, one of the biggest challenges during my numerous interviews, was finding a company who actually knew how to install heated flooring underneath travertine tiles. So I was pleased to learn that Alpha One Construction is experienced in this. It was an extensive project that took 2 months to complete. If you've ever watched HGTV, you'll learn that with any construction projects, obstacles are bound to surface. Nothing ever goes 100% as anticipated. Key, however, is how the company goes about to resolve these issues. I can genuinely say, Alpha One Construction went above and beyond to make sure I was satisfied. I will give one illustration of how Alpha One Construction went above their call of duty. In an effort to reduce my expenses, I opted to paint my existing kitchen cabinets instead of replacing them. Unfortunately, the brackets that were initially installed prior to my moving in were cheap quality. A year after my renovation was complete, a couple of these cheaper brackets broke. Alpha One Construction sent out a couple of their workers, who not only replaced the broken brackets, but proactively changed out all of the cheap quality brackets with the sturdier ones I purchased, in an effort to ensure that this does not happen again. This act alone is why I'm loyal to them. They take pride in their work and that's important. There are "love them and leave them" companies who will ignore you should a problem surface once they collect the final payment. Then there is Alpha One Construction who knows that reputation is everything. This is why I will refer anyone who is considering renovation work on their homes to them. I trust that they have their client's best interest at heart.

Gal,Love, and Oscar were awesome! I will most definitely rehire for our next project…read more Alpha One listened to EVERY concern we had! We were informed of every step of the process. Their quote was very competitive with the others we received! Work was completed on time and we had the same workers each time! Make sure to get a quote from these guys!!

US Home Developers

(101 reviews)

This is the second time we've worked with US Home Developers…read more We recently moved into a new home and asked them for a new kitchen. Avi came to meet us and, just like the first time, he was full of great ideas and helped us design a kitchen that not only looks amazing but also saved us quite a bit on costs. Once again, we're very happy with the experience and highly recommend working with Avi and US Home Developers. Professional, creative, and truly customer-focused.

Working with this company was a two-year nightmare I never thought I would wake up from. The CSLB…read morehad to get involved and brought in multiple experts, who found that 11 out of 12 parts of their work failed to meet basic industry standards. Only after a 1.5 years long fight were we finally reimbursed to fix the mess they left behind. Here's what we dealt with: * They changed the design of our roof without permission, not only that it looked terrible (photos for reference), but it also leaked. * The floors they installed are extremely uneven - in some spots over an inch off. * Drywall was so poorly done that you can see the tape lines through the paint. * They destroyed a perfectly good sliding door that was supposed to be preserved (and was in the contract). * Used second-hand roof shingles full of holes. * Demolished a wall in the presence of my family and my newborn, without any dust barrier to protect the rest of the house * Flooded our home twice, which flooded our flooring (that they never replaced) and destroyed the ceiling drywall (and tried to cover with paint) * When they tried to cover the roof from leaking, they left sandbags on the roof, which eventually melted into one giant block of sand on the roof edge, creating a safety hazard for kids. When we asked them to come remove them, because it could literally kill our kids, they refused. God forbid you question the quality of their work - they will tell you you're asking for free stuff, they will call you racist, they will call you all sorts of names and insults. The owner Jeff (whose real name is not Jeff, but Meir instead), would call my husband in attempts to strike deals, but then when he communicated with me, he would remove my husband from copy of the emails. Extremely unpleasant, disgusting human being, who clearly thinks he can intimidate women It took two years of stress, intimidation, and fighting, but CSLB finally forced them to pay for repairs or lose their license, which I am extremely grateful for. We were awarded just short of ~$16k, so that should serve you as a guide on how bad things actually are. This review doesn't cover 5% of the experience we have had, possibly the worst decision we have ever made in our life. They weren't the cheapest, supposedly very reputable, but absolutely atrocious experience - most of the work they subcontracted to third party that possibly gave them the cheapest price, and it shows. Save yourself the nightmare - do not hire this company, ever.

Wise Designs

3.4

(30 reviews)

Amazing!!! When Danny Mabari knocked on my door, it was truly a miracle, a Godsend. My goal of…read morecreating 2 perm rentals (house & ADU) went from impossible, to a realistic plan which is now underway. We're perm disabled seniors, living on grandpa's condemned property w/2 other perm disabled ppl. For 23 yrs, I'd tried to overhaul the land. Finally, in 2019, I got a HELOC loan... just in time for CV-19, during which my house dbld in value, as did my loan bal due. I was beyond hopeless & discouraged. Then, Danny knocked on my door & said, "No T, it can be done, step by step, by accessing these govt programs (which IDK about)". "First, elec - ASAP! Yours is the worst I've seen (recording it). We'll pull equity, put new panel & wiring; have 3 inspections, new outlets (we only had 3 good sockets), walls (which were missing) & paint; pull more equity, new plumbing to detached garage, & build ADU; then rent it out, pull more equity & finish the main house." I've heard a lot of exp'd ppl quote projects over the decades, & not 1 had the comprehensive approach, knowledge, positive reassuring attitude, compassion & empathy of Danny. His crew have all been very respectful, kind & efficient, & they positively reflect on him, & also the company. My panel wiring & walls are beautiful. They've answered any questions I've had, & even worked around our unexpected hospice situation for my father-in-law, & his probate, which caused major delays - they never one nagged me, but rather checked in, to finish. My project's very long & comprehensive, & Danny's treated me like family, very respectful knowledgeable, reassuring, confident, transparent & flexible. I'm grateful & looking fwd to finishing this massive project together. I believe our paths crossed on the last hour of the last day of 2025 for a Divine reason. I highly recommend them. TYSVM team

No Wise Choice on this one. I was quoted 39k for a kitchen remodel got billed for 49k. I was told…read moreplumbing and electrical was all included. I was charged 9k for electrical and plumbing. And they did not finish the job I had to buy paint to finish painting out of pocket I had to buy electric plate because it wasn't done the sink and faucet leaked the refrigerator was connected with hot water, I was promised a double pane window got a single pane. They started in December and in April I finished for them. I refused to let them back to finish. But it is a nice kitchen, but they didn't finish. .

RODO Development

(28 reviews)

We did a whole house remodel with RODO this year and we had a great experience working with Sean,…read moreDavid and their team. We needed some seismic work done as well as full electrical and plumbing redone, took out a wall to expand the kitchen into the living room, and rearranged the bathrooms to make them more usable and add a dedicated laundry space. They worked with us to find a plan that made better use of our space than we'd thought possible, and we really love how bright and usable everything is now. Sean and David were fantastic about communicating with us at every step and explaining how everything worked. We're glad we chose them and would happily work with them again for future projects.

We had our house remodeled and the experience was great from start to finish. The team was…read moreprofessional, on time, and communicated clearly throughout the project. They really listened to what we wanted and made sure everything turned out beautifully. Sean especially made everything simple and stress free. He was always on top of every detail, punctual, and consistently kept us informed. Working with him was a great experience. Highly recommend!

C&L Construction

4.6

(60 reviews)

I was dreading the construction process, but C&L made building my ADU a total breeze. What…read moreimpressed me most wasn't just the final product (which is beautiful and high-quality), but the constant communication. I never had to chase them down for an update; they were always one step ahead. The project was completed on time and at the estimated cost, which gave me so much peace of mind. It's rare to find a team that respects your time and your wallet as much as they do. 10/10 would hire them again for my next project! Thank you Eli, Oren, and Juan for everything. I don't miss the construction, but I do miss the chats with Eli... loved the positive energy and passion for the job.

I had a great experience working with Eli . He built our home quickly, professionally, and paid…read moreattention to every single detail we asked for. He was easy to communicate with, always responsive, and made sure everything was done the right way. If you're looking for a reliable general contractor in Sherman oaks Los Angeles, I highly recommend Ayeley. The quality of the work, the professionalism, and the smooth construction process made the entire experience stress-free. We couldn't be happier with our new home.

Simple Choice Construction

4.4

(32 reviews)

I contacted simple choice construction a few months ago to get an estimate to redo My kitchen, the…read morefloor and to paint the first floor. The previous contractors that I contacted were a bit cheaper but what impressed me the most and why I ended up going with simple choice was the amount of knowledge and customer service that they provide. They asked all the right questions. They had plenty of examples for all the finished material and they really listened to my needs. I had a tile floor which was hideous and the whole kitchen was very outdated and kind of depressing. They helped me to think of a new layout that would complement the space and would fit my needs. The new floor that I got was for the whole house and it looks amazing. The paint was done quickly with no major mess around the house. I want to point out Guy and Peter that did everything in their power so this will be done quickly at the highest level. If you're looking for someone that is professional and that will actually listen to you and answer your needs, I would recommend giving them a chance. I have attached photos of my kitchen before and after so you can see for yourself.

I contacted Simple Choice Construction after seeing their Instagram advertising. I already had a…read morecomplete set of plans that were essentially ready to issue--over 1,600 pages including architectural, structural, engineering, and all construction details. Instead of reviewing the plans and providing a proposal, they repeatedly pushed to schedule phone calls and an on-site visit. In my situation, I felt those requests were unnecessary because all of the information needed to prepare an estimate had already been provided. Based on my experience, the communication was inefficient and did not give me confidence that the company was prepared to review a complete construction package professionally. I decided not to move forward and would not recommend them if you're looking for a contractor who can efficiently evaluate a fully developed set of plans.

Quality First Builders Inc.

4.8

(109 reviews)

Going into this huge project in home renovation was a big task. I was not familiar with anything…read more Eli and Donna made it easy for me to understand. I had many questions and concerns which they guided me from interior, exterior, and hardscaping. They have an awesome team of people working with them. Eli, is no joke he is on point with efficiency, quality and professionalism. Donna, is so sweet and kind with her advice in interior design. Maria, receptionist is helpful and available when I needed her. I am looking forward in the future to work with them again. Quality First Builders I highly recommend for your next project in renovation.

Working with Eli and Donna was an outstanding experience from start to finish. Their attention to…read moredetail and their commitment to quality truly set them apart. Eli delivered the project on time and handled every phase of construction with professionalism and care. The entire team was respectful and punctual. There was always a big team working from Monday-Saturday. Donna brought our vision to life with creativity and expertise. The final result was not only beautiful but also functional and tailored perfectly to our needs. She was patient and guided me throughout the entire process. Couldn't have picked out my gorgeous backsplash and countertops without her! We couldn't be happier with the outcome and would highly recommend Eli and Donna to anyone looking for a reliable, talented team to bring their home or project to life.

Top Pros Construction

4.2

(42 reviews)

We do not recommend Top Pros for these reasons: -pushy sales…read moretactics -poor communication throughout project -even worse communication post-project while trying to get various issues fixed/resolved (we are still awaiting responses on several issues despite repeated calls, texts, emails) -final job cost nearly twice original quote -lack of transparency related to mold test results and mold remediation process -we had to check work at every step and request fixes on incomplete and/or faulty work at various stages -failure to abide by various contract language & provisions -failure to reimburse us for surplus materials that were returned to manufacturer, which we had paid for -several problems with work following completion of project, including a pipe leaking in the wall, cracks in the grout, and an intermittent but pervasive smell of sewage in the bathroom.

The overall project looks fantastic! However, I'm disappointed with the lack of support and…read moreattention I received after the project was completed. During the recent storms, I inspected my amazing patio for leaks and found a few. I contacted my project manager on November 15, 2025, and was told that someone would come to address my concerns about the workmanship. Needless to say, I'm still waiting. There are things that can go unnoticed, but once a customer brings them up, the company should prioritize keeping them satisfied.

EcoStar Remodeling & Construction

4.2

(255 reviews)

We are in the middle of a big job in our master bathroom and these guys are AMAZING to say the…read moreleast. We are in our third week and workers are here every day from 8am to almost 6pm.The supervisors, the foremen, even inspectors come to check every other day. I am finally getting excited and can't wait for final work to be done!!!! This company is unlike any company I have experienced in the past. Good Job ECO STAR!!!!!!! of course the best has been Michael our very favorite the project manager. PS they also did our beautiful white fence. More to come later.

ECO Star deserves an auditing of business practices--DESERVES 0 stars!!…read moreWe called to get a quote to replace a bathroom exhaust fan and replace 3 other fixtures. Set up free consultation only to be told that it would cost $250 for an electrical inspection. If that wasn't already ridiculous--they asked me in front of my tenants if they would like me to have them get their "mold detector" since the fan had not been operational. After doing so they scared my tenants by stating there was mold both in the bathroom and the adjacent closet. A $350 test--(each additional room would then be $100) would confirm which kind of mold an then there would be another fee for the application of products to kill the mold and then another fee for demolition assessment and another fee for "rebuild" team assessment--this does not even include any work or the ORIGINAL REASON FOR SETTING THE APPOINTMENT--to find out how much it would be to replace my bathroom exhaust fan and switch out 3 other fixtures!!! THANK GOODNESS FOR PROFESSIONALS LIKE SERVPRO who came out the very next day and who couldn't find any mold or moisture and who explained to me the there is no such apparatus that shoots through walls and find mold but rather explained to us what we were shown was a machine that detected temperature variations in the wall and found the whole "mold scare" was due to the reading of my ductwork in the attic!!! Seriously?!?!!! Glad I called SERVPRO before being duped into spending thousands of dollars for nothing! SCARE tactics are NOT PROFESSIONAL and EXTREMELY DISHONEST. What a DISGUSTING way to do business!!! Shame on you ECOSTAR!!!

Jacob Construction