5 stars so far, and I hope to come back and update this review when our ADU is complete!…read more This review reflects our experience through the signing of our ADU contract. Construction has not started yet, so I cannot speak to the building process or the finished product. But everything we have experienced so far has been so positive that I felt Preferred Home Builders truly deserves five stars at this stage. After an extremely frustrating experience with a different contractor, I feel compelled to share what we learned for anyone embarking on the ADU journey: do not fall for charlatans, empty promises, lousy sketches, or requests for too much money upfront. Take your time, ask questions, and look for a professional who is willing to invest the time and expertise needed to understand your project before asking you to commit. That is exactly what we found in Nir at Preferred Home Builders. From our very first meeting, Nir has been professional, punctual, courteous, knowledgeable, and incredibly patient. Before we signed a contract, and before he even knew whether he would get our business, he invested more than 10 hours of in person meetings with us, in addition to extensive email communication. That level of commitment made a huge impression on us. Our ADU site presents some challenges because of the hilly terrain. Nir took the time to understand those challenges, assess them carefully, and come back to us with thoughtful options rather than making unrealistic promises or glossing over potential complications. Another thing that really impressed us was the level of detail that went into the budgeting process. We completed an extensive questionnaire covering everything from major decisions such as windows and doors to seemingly tiny details, such as how many sconces we wanted by the entrance and whether they should be on the left or right. The result was a remarkably detailed budget that leaves very little, if anything, to be figured out later. After our previous experience, the difference has been night and day. So, at this stage of the process, I cannot recommend Preferred Home Builders highly enough. Nir is clearly at the top of his game, and we are very happy to be working with him. I look forward to coming back to update this review once the ADU is completed, hopefully with another five stars and plenty of pictures to share!

We hired this team for a major structural renovation--adding a loft in our high-ceiling living…read moreroom, building a wet bar underneath it, and replacing our kitchen's back door and window with a beautiful bifold door. (Note: The furniture bar cabinets and library were added later on and were not part of this contractor's project). From start to finish, the entire team was extremely professional, dedicated, and highly skilled. On the very first day we met, Nir helped design a 3D view of the project that perfectly captured exactly what we had envisioned. Throughout the build, we had a weekly walkthrough with Nir to check if we had any questions or concerns, which kept communication incredibly clear. Elba was also an excellent project coordinator who was always available to answer our questions and keep everything on track daily. The construction crew themselves were clearly very experienced and knowledgeable; they followed our approved plans meticulously and were happy to accommodate extra requests along the way. You can truly gauge the quality of their work by the fact that every single city inspector visit passed on the first try--nothing ever had to be rescheduled or redone because everything was built perfectly to plan. Additionally, all of the finishes--from the drywalling to the trim work and paint--were done with high-quality materials and top-tier craftsmanship. Overall, it was a great experience, and we highly recommend them!

Had a wonderful experience with Cavalier doing a pretty big kitchen renovation. Cabinet refacing,…read morenew counters, and all new appliances. Needed to rewire gas lines and run more electricity as well. Sharon and his whole team were great! They are very easy to work with and everything was low stress. I received multiple quotes to do everything in pieces, and Sharon came in and was more affordable and more knowledgeable. He was always there to answer every question and someone from the team was always able to walk me through every process and give great design and construction advice. They were incredibly fast, while keeping it clean. Any minor hiccup was addressed quickly and smoothly, and most importantly on budget. Already recommended them to friends who inquired about a renovation. A great choice to feel supported through the whole renovation process. Love them!

Cavalier Builders did a beautiful job on my JADU. These guys really go above and beyond. Their…read moreprofessionalism, quality of work, and the materials they choose are excellent. You can tell they take great pride in what they do and actually care about their clients. I like that they're a family-run business as well. This was my first attempt at investing in a rental income property and was very nervous about finding the right contractors to do the job well, for a fair price. I received several other quotes, but so glad I chose CB. David Moshe was my main contact there. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and straightforward about what needed to be done and where potential problems might be. From day one, everything went smoothly and efficiently. I was given a clear work timeline and payment schedule. Was informed about each step as they progressed. It was a tremendous amount of work to be completed in 3 months, which they did. David was patient and understanding with my many requests and questions, and immediately solved any issues that came up. Wish I knew all the names of the crew as well. They were all highly skilled, professional, and respectful of my property. I wouldn't hesitate to use Cavalier Builders for future projects and highly recommend them as well.

We hired Way To Go Builders to do a backyard and pool remodel -- new pavers, pool resurfacing with…read moremini-pebble, new coping and tile, a curved stucco seat wall to hide our pool shed, pathway makeover with stepping stones and turf, and landscape lighting throughout. Couldn't be happier with how it turned out. Our project manager Tamir was exceptional -- responsive, organized, and clearly invested in the quality of the work. He kept the job moving at a surprisingly fast pace and promptly resolved issues as they arose. Pricing was competitive -- we got multiple estimates and Way To Go came in reasonable without cutting corners. You can see it in the finish quality: the stonework is clean, the tile on the curved bench is precise, and the side yard pathway turned out better than we imagined. Our pool cleaner gave high praise on the resurfacing work when he arrived for the first cleaning! Highly recommend for anyone looking to transform their outdoor space -- quality work, fair pricing, and a timeline that'll surprise you.

Way to Go Builders revamped our driveway, replastered our pool and built for us a stunning bench…read moreand fire pit. We enjoyed working with their creative team to design a space for us; Gadi and his crew were professional, knowledgable, kind and available. Way to go brought our vision to life in a timely fashion and for that we are very grateful.

We first hired Eden Builders for a remodel about 11 years ago (reviewed on Yelp). Oren was our…read moreproject lead then, and we made sure he was our lead this time around too. This remodel was bigger than the first job. It wasn't easy because there were many funny little issues in addition to the significant problems needing to be fixed. From the start, they made sure to go over every single detail and explain what each choice would mean. We weren't the easiest clients this time around because we changed our minds so many times, but it was never a problem. They were kind and patient throughout, and always had good workarounds for every issue, just like with the project 11 years ago. The job just concluded last week, and the work is top notch. I cannot express how much I hate doing this kind of project, but Oren and Eden Builders made this as tolerable as can be. Hopefully, it's not going to be anytime soon, but the next project will be with Eden Builders too. Thanks Oren and team for another amazing job.

Oren and his crew did a fantastic job on the extensive remodel of our home in Santa Monica! They…read morewere highly skilled, hard working, and stuck to the schedule. We recommend them highly and would use them again for any future projects.

Fair, honest, and trustworthy. They showed up on time, explained the plan, and stuck to it. The…read moreprice matched the estimate, no surprises. Communication was clear the whole way. The work area was left clean. You can tell they take pride in what they do and stand behind it. I would hire them again and recommend them to neighbors who want solid work and straight answers. Good people who really do the job right

We had a great experience with Goldenline's installation of steps along our driveway. They are very…read moreeasy to work with, accept changes well and discuss each stage of the project thoroughly. This is our second project with Goldenline and will easily consider them for our next project.

The Pure Energy Construction company was highly recommended to us by a trusted friend after they…read morehad an incredible experience working with them on a home renovation project. We can see why! While going about scheduling our consultation, their communication was quick and efficient. Tom came prepared and was incredibly detailed and thoughtful in his evaluation of our space. I had no idea what would be feasible or make sense in terms of converting a home addition from a previous owner into a master suite. And Tom provided live sketches of the space for me to conceptualize, which was so helpful. Tom was transparent and responsive to questions. Really grateful for his expertise. No surprise that Pure Energy Construction has garnered so many 5 star reviews.

They never answered my last question. They just moved on, so if I were checking them out I'd move…read moreon from seeking there services. Here is the proof

Avi and his team were wonderful to work with. From planning the design to executing the plan, they…read morewere able to give us exactly what we were looking for within our budget and timeline. We would not hesitate to work with Avi again on another project!

It was a pleasure to have Pearl handle my remodeling needs! Avi was knowledgeable, friendly, and…read moreincredible. He laid out all the options for us and ran the project as smooth as could be. When we hit a few snags along the way as any project does, he pivoted quickly in the best most efficient manner, and gave detailed explanations why things would or wouldn't work. The crews were all complete professionals. Hardworking, efficient and friendly. They did great work and weren't shy about asking questions if they needed clarification. They cleaned up after themselves and left everything in great condition. I would be very happy to recommend hire Pearl Remodeling and Avi for any and all future remodeling needs!

We had a vision, and Mike brought it to life!…read more We've tackled our fair share of remodel projects over the years, but nothing quite prepared us for the leap into a complete, ground-up ADU build. We knew this wasn't a project to hand off to just anyone, we needed a true expert, someone who could steer us through every twist and turn with confidence. That's exactly what we found in Mike. From our very first meeting, Mike had a calm, reassuring presence that told us we were in good hands. He listened closely to our vision, asked the right questions, and laid out a clear path forward that immediately put our minds at ease. And trust us, our minds needed easing, we came to him with a steady stream of nervous, sometimes repetitive questions, and he never once made us feel like a burden. He answered every single one with patience, warmth, and genuine reassurance. Communication was a true highlight of working with Mike. He kept us updated at every stage, so we always knew exactly where things stood. What could have been an incredibly stressful, all-consuming process instead felt manageable, even exciting. He also took the reins on coordinating with city inspectors throughout the entire build, handling all the back-and-forth so we didn't have to lift a finger. That alone lifted a massive weight off our shoulders. And the icing on the cake? He finished the entire project ahead of the estimated timeline, without ever cutting corners on quality or care. If you're on the fence about a big build like this, let us save you the trouble: call Mike. He turned what could have been an overwhelming experience into one we're genuinely grateful for, and the final result speaks for itself. We couldn't recommend him more highly.

I reached out to MDM back in early 2025 and met with Mike right away so he could look at my…read moreproperty and walk me through what my wife and I wanted for our project. Throughout the entire process, Mike was very professional and the level of expertise he exhibited was obvious. Before Mike, I had met with 3 other contractors to compare services and quotes but what sealed the deal for me was the 3D render service Mike offered. It was affordable and it would be free if you end up going with MDM for your remodel. Mike was able to get the renderings to me very quickly and made adjustments whenever we wanted to change something. Seeing the details of the renderings really brought what we were envisioning to life and helped with the design process. Fast forward to beginning of demo/construction, Mike's employees were impressively fast and efficient at their jobs, but what really impressed me was how clean they kept our property after each day of work. And that stated true throughout the entire process of our 7 month renovation. During construction, if there were any last minute changes, Mike would always try to cater to our needs whenever possible. Even if subcontractors made mistakes with anything, Mike would make sure it is fixed and perfect right away. Keep in mind, you can't rely on Mike for everything (as much as you might want to). You really do have to do your research (in terms of design, finishing materials, sourcing those materials, and getting them delivered on time) and know exactly what you want and how you want it, that way, Mike can plan and put into action what needs to be done. After this entire process, we are extremely happy we got this project completed with MDM. What really sets them apart is the quality of work, dependability, and the great people that work for MDM. Shoutout to Mario! They really respected our home and were very considerate of us during construction. Even after everything was finished, they guaranteed that they would come back and fix anything that needed fixing. Cannot recommend them enough if you want to improve or build your new home!

Tom was very professional definitely knew what he was talking about and we knew after he explained…read moreeverything that we would have no hidden costs or surprises

Tom is very knowledgeable about ADUs and floor planning. He guided us through every step of our ADU…read moreproject and was always responsive and available when we had questions. He never hesitated to jump on a call to discuss important matters and make sure everything was moving in the right direction. I would definitely recommend this company!

A crack about 1.5 feet long in the concrete slab appeared in my garage. Over the year, the crack…read moreextended to 3 feet. I was worried it might be foundation problem. Solomon came over and made the inspection and gave me an honest report - not foundation problem, it's the water that leaked to the floor from the sink caused it. Solomon was well mannered, good communication skills, explained the issue clearly, and the inspection was free! I am so relieved and greatly impressed with his honesty and kind spirit. Thank you Sunshine Foundation Repairs! I will definitely recommend you to my friends.

Wow, I can't say how relieved I am to have contacted Sunshine Foundation. I was purchasing a…read moreproperty and noticed some of the floors were caved in and bowed, so I reached out to them. They came out the very next day, and Golan was the inspector. He walked me through the entire process and explained everything in detail, including the good and bad things he found, the pros and cons, and what actually needed attention. The house definitely needs some work, but he made it clear that there are solutions and gave me a much better understanding of what the repairs would involve. He also pointed out the good things about the property, which I really appreciated because it wasn't just focused on the negatives. I feel much more confident moving forward with the purchase now that I know what I'm getting into, what can be fixed, and roughly what the repairs may cost. Very grateful for how thorough and helpful he was.