This is an overdue review, but i wanted to wait at least 6 months to write out a full review!…read more It was my first time renovating anything. I wanted to redo the inside of my entire house (yes, EVERY inch) and didn't know who to work with. I was given quotes that were 3-4x my budget and had a contractor pull out of the project 2 weeks before my scheduled demolition. I got super discouraged until i found Frame Build & Design. They were able to work with what I had and made my experience very enjoyable. They provided me a rendering of what the inside of my house would theoretically look like, and I can confidently say that it looks pretty darn close to the pictures! I'm so pleased with how all my cabinets & fixtures turned out. I appreciate Idan for answering all my questions and dealing with my complaints. He was patient with me and would send a guy over to fix or add things that I wanted (like outlets on the ceiling for my speakers, patching holes, etc). He went above and beyond to get permits for renovating, be there for city inspections, and keeping me posted on progress. I will say however that if you are planning to hire this team, you will need to be hands on. This means being involved in EVERY decision! I had to pick out all my materials on my own to match the rendering provided in the beginning. FB&D provided some locations I could check out, but it required a lot of research on my end. It felt overwhelming as a first time home owner, but this is pretty normal from what I understand. FB&D had an interior designer on this project and she was a HUGE help in decision making. There's no perfect contractor. Yes there were some communication issues and yes there were some imperfections. Yes it took 2x my timeline. What renovation doesn't? But ultimately the FB&D team were very accommodating with my feedback and gave me my DREAM home. And I can say 7 months into living here, everything is still holding up great and nothing has broken! I highly recommend hiring them for your next project! They did a great job. I ultimately went over budget but that's totally expected (and totally on me)! Thank you Frame Build & Design!

When I first met Daniel, he asked me questions about my house project that no one else had. He…read morewanted to know what I was envisioning and the style. He asked me very detailed questions that I hadn't thought about yet. I knew that he was detail-oriented and that he was already invested in my project even though I hadn't given him the go-ahead. I planned to do a room addition, which required an architect and getting those plans approved by the city. He took care of all the back and forth so that my focus could be on other aspects of the project. I had walls knocked down, a window put in, and new walls built. I added some aesthetic upgrades, which he took care of quickly. Daniel always responded quickly anytime I reached out to him. I was never stressed about the project, and he made sure to stop by regularly to look at the work that was done. He even noticed things that I hadn't and made sure the crew came back to correct them. Daniel is the lead that you want handling your project. I highly recommend him and his team and would use him again.

Our condo looks dazzling! Orange Home Builders delivered impressive results with impeccable…read morecraftsmanship! We now have a fully remodeled condo and can't wait to entertain in our brand-new kitchen and dining room. Haim was at the helm as the consistent Project Manager and was able to execute a major project within a short amount of time. The turnaround time was remarkable, and we were able to trust him and his team to do the job with care and precision. They got all the permits that were required. A shout out to German, Gary, Edwin, Victor who worked tirelessly for six weeks! Shawn also did an amazing job with the cabinet renderings within minutes and installation shortly thereafter! Maya, the interior designer, had some great leads on material choices and vendors to check out. We look forward to continuing to work with Orange Home Builders in the future and would highly recommend them to anyone looking to make their dream home a reality!

We recently used Orange Home Builders to remodel our entire home. Their team handled everything…read morefrom architectural drawings and engineering to securing city permits and executed the project from start to finish. We're very grateful for their professionalism. They kept us informed throughout the process, stayed mindful of our budget, and made sure we were satisfied down to the final details. We would definitely use them again.

George and his team did a great job on our shower remodel. The whole project took about three…read moreweeks, communication was great throughout, and the pricing was fair -- especially given the quality of work. I appreciated that George handled all of the permitting work and coordination with the city. George was straight to the point, explained everything clearly, and never tried to upsell us on anything. His team was respectful of our space (I was working from home the whole time), which made a big difference. Honest, professional, and skilled -- would hire them again.

Hired Tixan for a bathroom remodel. We're very pleased with the results. We'd definitely hire…read moreGeorge and Tixan again.

I recently reached out to Laguna Bay Developing for a home renovation project for my primary…read morebathroom and I couldn't be more impressed with their initial consultation period. From the very first phone call, the team was responsive, friendly, and genuinely interested in understanding my vision. They worked with my budget and are competitive in pricing.

Recently, a very extensive project by Laguna Bay Developing was completed. The front o f my house…read moreentrance had to be extended to accommodate my new elevator. I also remodeled two bedrooms, and I can now walk out to new deck over the garage for my ocean view, They also remodeled two bathrooms. It was a lot of work. David was very pleasant. His workers were excellent. I highly recommend!

We needed to have a trench across our driveway filled and pavers replaced, as well as some other…read moremiscellaneous repairs. OCIP did an excellent job on short notice. We especially appreciated the "can-do" attitude by Alex and his workers.

I forget who came to our door, but OCIP was doing work in our neighborhood and we got a quote for…read morework we wanted done. A few months go by and our old backyard fence was in the final stage of falling apart so we contacted Alex (aka turtle) who provided the initial quote for us and he came back out and gave us the final numbers and all. We ended up getting the whole backyard wood fence taken out and a new vinyl fence installed. Chris the project manager was always in communication with us and his foreman Ivan was always on site and answered any questions we had. Couldn't be more pleased with the result, would recommend them to anyone.

We recently worked with OC Builders Group, (particularly Sade, Mike, and Casandra) to build a ~323…read moresq. ft. attached ADU, and we couldn't be happier with the results. From the initial planning phases to the final inspection, the entire team was professional, transparent, and incredibly skilled. Maximizing a smaller footprint (around 320+ sq. ft.) requires smart design, and they nailed it. The craftsmanship is excellent, though the project was delayed (primarily because of additional nuanced city requirements), their communication throughout the construction process kept us at ease. Though not everything went smoothly, they appropriately addressed and rectified any issues that popped up during the construction process. If you are looking to build an ADU in the OC area, save yourself the headache and go with this team. We gladly recommend OC Builders to family and friends. We were incredibly satisfied throughout the build process and of course the results are beautiful, and will definitely go with this team again should another project come up. They deliver high-quality work and true professionalism!

After meeting with several contractors, we selected OC Builders since they offered the complete…read morepackage, provided a thorough outline of what was going to be done, and seemed quite capable handling our scope of work. In short, we had a good overall experience working with them and are happy with the end product. We would definitely work with OC Builders again as well as recommend them to our friends and family. Our Scope of Work (Whole house renovation): Remodel kitchen, bathrooms, added a powder room, took down a couple of walls, replaced all hot/cold water lines, new gas line for the kitchen, replace AC ducts, remove asbestos popcorn ceiling, added storage area to garage, new insulation in the ceiling, upgraded the electrical panel, installed new high efficiency windows, replaced all doors, replaced sliding doors to French doors, new LVF and tile flooring, remodeled the staircase, new landscaping (pavers and privacy wall) in backyard and around the property, new rain drainage, new drip irrigation lines, and complete interior/exterior paint. Working with the team: Sade, our main point of contact, initiated the process and stayed with us throughout the whole project (even when he was on vacation). He was easy to work with, responsive, and offered helpful suggestions for areas that needed troubleshooting. Due to the age of the house and lapse in maintenance there were a few change orders that were required but at each step Sade provided options and explanations, but never gave a hard sell. The work crew led by Robert and Eric did a good job getting all the work done. Both were easy to work, took the time to explained what was going to be done and answered any questions. Both were also quick to return any texts and kept the work moving forward. Quality of Work: We are pleased with the quality of work and final product. When a mistake happened or when something wasn't done correctly, didn't look right, or did not turn out how we wanted the team would repair or replace the item with no fuss. They cared about making sure things were done correctly and to the satisfaction of the customer. The weekly walkthroughs really helped address any problems/concerns early before they became larger problems. What we would've liked done better: Schedule Communication/Coordination was lacking at times. At a couple of stages in the project there was a lack of clear communication on timing of when certain tasks would begin so that various materials would be on order. We had to chase down answers when the schedule indicated one thing but speaking with the crew gave a different answer. We brought up our concerns with Sade who passed it along to the rest of the team and the issue was resolved. Then as the renovation neared completion there was an outstanding item that needed to be addressed and special parts needed to be ordered however we weren't informed of the delay so our initial expectation of when we would be able to start moving in had to be adjusted. A heads up would've been appreciated and allowed us to better accommodate our own schedule. Closing: From initial meeting to final signoff the total project took almost exactly one year. This is quite reasonable considering the scope, approving the drawing plans, meeting with designer/suppliers, pulling permits, demolition, asbestos removal, and actual renovation work (including all city inspections). The interior and exterior of the house look great. The backyard and landscaping look brand new and greatly improved. The home essentially feels like it had a refresh back to day 1 except more modern, efficient, and welcoming. We look forward to enjoying it for many years. Despite some issues that came up we would hire OC Builders again.

We've had the best service and product experience from Inspired Remodel. They help turned our…read moredamage from an unplanned leak emergency into an improvement repair. Their team provided signature service with quality products to restore our bathroom. All the design lines flow perfectly from dry wall, paint, floor to the fixtures. Nothing goes smoothly when working with multiple schedules, but their team had great communication with each other and worked efficiently. We didn't have to worry about the job or micromanage resolution to our concerns. They did awesome work. We look forward to hiring them on our next project. Great Job.

I have been following the Inspired Remodels (IR) Instagram page for years. I knew once we finally…read morebought our home, they would be the first people we called. Joe and his staff are so friendly, professional, and filled with experience. He was able to show me examples from almost 10 years ago. I am so grateful for their support to us, as we are a military family transitioning. They support veterans and understand our needs. Bren and Colin are very responsive with timely communication, and the rest of the crew is clean and professional. We couldn't be more grateful for Joe and the Inspired Remodel team!

I went to Calimingo for design services to envision a pool and accompanying entertaining space for…read moreour backyard. I worked with Steve who came out to the measure the space and to learn about our vision. In addition to our wish list, we sent photos of the kinds of features and aesthetic that we were interested in. His very first design knocked it out of the park -- like a personalized resort. The designs were fully 3D mockups so we could really understand the space. He then worked with us to refine the vision, tweaking and adjusting for cost and layout considerations, down to moving things around a foot or two. The final design includes all our must-haves, and at a construction cost that we can afford. I love that the designs allow for a phased build-out so that we can get our highest priority items now and prepare for features we want down the road (like running a gas line now for a future built-in grill). This gives us an affordable pathway to our full dream yard. Thanks, Steve!

We had a great experience with Calimingo Pools, and Eric Doumani deserves special mention. He came…read moreon board as our project manager mid-project and immediately made a difference. He brought genuinely creative ideas we hadn't considered, kept everything moving on schedule, and made the inspection process smooth and painless. We had remarkably few issues from the moment he stepped in. If you're working with Calimingo Pools, you're in great hands with Eric.

Had to get a tiling job done quickly on an outside patio area. I had done two areas myself and it…read morewas too hard on my aging back, so I decided to have the experts do it. Checked with several places, but Royalty gave what I considered a reasonable quote - others were ridiculous. They picked up the stone and thinset up for me at Floor and Decor, which saved me some considerable effort as well. I bought the grout at Home Depot to match what I had used before. The laying of the tile was perfection, and the grouting was FAR better than I had done in the other areas. I was not able to get enough grout initially, so I found some more and had him come out again the next day to grout the last section. It was a reasonable extra charge that was my fault because two Home Depot's didn't have as much as I wanted to get. I could have done the last section of grout myself, but, really, I it would not have matched the quality and obvious skill of what had already been done - so worth the extra charge! I will hire them again for my next tiling project!

Marcus and team did our master bathroom remodel and it turned out great! He met the quoted budget…read more(which was very reasonable/competitive) and was close to the estimated schedule. Marcus was very responsive whenever we had questions and accommodating whenever we needed to address concerns or ambiguities. We're very happy with the finished product and will ask him to bid future projects!

OK guys this is how it goes... Phoenician Stone is the most…read moreintriguing store in the United Stated! I'm not joking about this, its probably the truth! It all started in the 1940's when their grandpa an ancient art collector started working with the local Grecian and Mediterranean cities on foundation works. He secured foundation contracts with few municipalities there and to this day they still dismantle old RELICS like structures and salvage every artifact inside them. No, this isn't your typical 1900's-1800's antiques those guys have the real things from ancient Villas and Medieval Monasteries!!! YOUR HEAD WILL SPIN like mine did. Fireplaces and fountains from 800 years ago, the whole of structures dating back to the mid-ages, Limestone pavers from the time of the Crusades and even Jesus Christ!!! Those two brother that run their family business in Corona Del Mar know their stuff very well and could give you a full on seminar on history. I ended up buying a Stone mantle for my great room that was newly carved in the style of an older fireplace they had on display. The final result was beyond description and was very well priced. The installer I ended up using has done over 400 of their mantles in already and was very detailed oriented. He even cut out a circular surround piece by hand as if a machine was cutting it! Check out the photo.

IF YOU ARE EXPECTING CUSTOMER SERVICE...FORGET ABOUT IT! I…read moreleft three messages in the last month for Phoenician Stone requesting that they call me back for a question about installing two marble fountains that my client had purchased from them. To date I have not received any call back! Then I decided to email my question as they stated on their website "we will contact you within 24 hours of your e-mail". This didn't happen either and it's been at least a week since I sent it. They might have beautiful wares but their CUSTOMER SERVICE IS NONEXISTENT.