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    Element Home Remodeling

    4.8 (95 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

    Services - Element Home Remodeling

    Earthquake retrofitting

    Foundation construction

    Foundation inspection

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    Foundation replacement

    Structural repair

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    A picture that I took of the kitchen, towards the last steps of the project.
    Mark H.

    Working with Element Home Remodeling was an on-track experience. They provided 5-star service the entire time. We had been planning our complete home remodel for a while, we knew exactly what we wanted and we were set on our ideas.  We met with a large number of remodeling contractors and companies. It was very tough to make a decision based only an on online reputation. We decided to ask around and that's when a family member recommended Element Home Remodeling. We dropped by his house and got the chance to see their work firsthand. Rafael who was sent by Element Home Remodeling and who was our main PM took us to a few other projects that he was working on and we loved what we saw. We also spoke with his other clients and they sounded very happy with his management and work ethics. All that together with the good online reputation that this company has is what made us go with them.  Our home remodel included a 200 SF home addition, relocating and remodeling the kitchen, 2 bathrooms, 3 bedrooms and living area. We had Element draw up the plans for the project and worked with their designer on ordering our selected materials. It took the city building department al very long time to approve the plans but Refael and the team kept us updated and followed up with the city once a week to try and push things forward.  Once the permit was approved Refael and his team started the remodel right away. During the process we did not stay at home, we rented a place for almost the entire time which added to our stress on getting things done as soon as possible so we could save money on the rent. Francisco, Jose and the entire team of workers who took part in the remodel were professional and detailed. The communication that we had with them was great. They involved us in the small decisions and made sure that we were part of the process, they stuck to the deadline and passed all the city inspections.  When we had issues with material delivery Element Home Remodeling made sure to contact the vendors and did their best to expedite the delivery even though it wasn't their responsibility. When looking back on it all we could not find any reason to complain whatsoever. We are very happy with the quality of work and the way things turned out. At about 90% progress we moved back home. During that time the remodeling crew put in some extra work and did their best to finish as soon a possible and with minimum disruption.  Our experience with Element Home Remodeling is very positive we are enjoying our new home and thankful to themm for being professional throughout the entire time. We will be more than willing to recommend Element Home Remodeling to our close friends and family.

    On going work, will post finished pictures, can't wait .
    GN G.

    So far so good, working with Refael has been amazing! This is our forever home in Lafayette, California, so this is so important to us. Rafael's main builder, Alexis is doing a great job. Alexis is talented knows what he is doing and does a perfect job. There have been delays due to some plan changes and getting permits modified. My hope is that we end on a good note and both sides, the contractor and us the homeowner are satisfied. As in any big project, good communication and keeping your word and honesty is critical. We have worked with other contractors on two other big projects and always had good results and very satisfactory out come for both sides. We hope for the same here.

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    Following remediation of water damage in my den, I sought a service provider to remodel the interior and redesign the exterior to prevent future water egress. I obtained evaluations and estimates from several handymen and contractors, with a few either ghosting or declining to take on the project. Of those who provided estimates, I chose Element Home Remodeling because they proposed the most comprehensive solution for both the interior and exterior, they projected confidence and enthusiasm about the work to be performed, they indicated that they could complete the project in a timely manner, and they provided an opportunity to visit one of their ongoing projects at a nearby location. My project was overseen by Shalom with significant contributions from Refael. For the interior, after leveling the floor the team installed laminate wood flooring, new dry wall and baseboards, painted the walls, and re-installed my sliding glass door with a proper sill. For the exterior, they regraded the surrounding surface, installed a new drainage system that feeds into my existing system, replaced cracked concrete with pavers running along two of the walls, installed flashing, and repaired and painted the stucco. I have included some before and after pictures of the interior and exterior of the room for reference. Shalom provided excellent communication and coordination throughout the project, the work was completed in a timely manner, and most importantly, the work was performed to a high standard of quality. Shalom was quick to follow up whenever I reached out with a question or concern about the project and showed patience and consideration in listening and responding to my comments. My understanding was that the Element team had multiple projects running in parallel while they were working on mine, but I never felt like my project was being de-prioritized and I think their overall state of "busy-ness" worked to my advantage because it enabled them to mobilize cadres of workers to my location to make rapid progress on my project. I recognize that mine was far from a contractor's "ideal" project because it was on the smaller end of the spectrum and it involved correcting/mitigating design flaws in an existing structure vs. starting from a blank canvas. Given this, and given disappointing experiences I've had with contractors in the past, I am especially grateful to Element Home Remodeling for providing a comprehensive solution with excellent customer service and helping me reclaim my living space where I now feel comfortable and safe. I wholeheartedly recommend Element Home Remodeling for any remodeling or construction project involving interior or exterior work!!!

    Dining area
    Sachin H.

    Got recessed lighting done in my home. Met many electricians and contractors but Refael gave me the best quote. Refael is extremely helpful, always reachable and gets the job done. Roberto the electrician and his crew were very good too. They always cleaned the place and made sure nothing was damaged during the course of their work. I would highly recommend people to work with them. Thanks Refael and Roberto for getting the job done. We got 29 recessed lights in a condominium which required city permit. Everything went smooth and am happy with the outcome.

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    Although it wasn't a long project, it gave us a taste of the communication and workmanship that Rafael offered.

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    Foundation Solutions - Chimney Stabilization repair

    Foundation Solutions

    (155 reviews)

    Excellent service! While working to get our property ready for sale, we had initial foundation…read moreinspections done by another company through our realtor. Based on the report, we engaged Foundation Solutions for the repairs. After a quick call for an appointment, I met with Collin to go over all necessary repairs. He was very professional and explained the scope of the work and details on how each of the repairs will be done. Once the quote was ready, Collin followed-up to see if there were any questions. The quote was very reasonable and I quickly went with them. Scheduling the work was also easy and only took the crew a couple of days to complete the job. Great experience overall!

    We just did a mid size project with them last month. We had them underpin one side of the house and…read morereplace a good amount of posts and repair some cracks in our foundation. Brett came out to do an assessment on our entire foundation and his finding was consistent with our own inspection report. Their recommendation is also on par and we find that Brett is quite knowledgeable about the scope of work. He is also very patient, responsive and respectful throughout the estimating project while we took a long time to decide, a lot of follow ip questions and requests. Not once that I felt rushed, pushed or disrespected. The team kept me informed on the timeline of permit, project starting time, inspection and completion, everything was transparent. They passed inspection without problemsx Our foreman is Humberto who was polite, dependable and kept me well informed on the work they performed the day of, when they finished work and provided needed before and after pictures. I also find their pricing is reasonable compared to other companies that we interviewed with the experience that far exceeds their piers. Overall I had a good experience with the crew. They are polite and really didn't interfere with our life that much while they work. I would recommend them for all foundation repair needs. Be careful because lots of foundation companies will scam you, just because you will not be able to see what they did underneath your crawl space. The last foundation company came out to fix our house they made a bunch of noise for 2 weeks, said they are done and then we hired an independent inspector and confirmed they did nothing. Spend the money on a good company. This one is probably the best one ( we interviewed 6 companies)

    Avalon Structural - Avalon uses its excavator to install deep foundations through thick liquefiable layers of soil.

    Avalon Structural

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    Avalon Structural is a truly professional organization across the board - front office, inspectors,…read moreengineers, and on-site repair staff. If you have a foundation crack, save yourself the time and trouble and call Avalon Structural first. I got multiple estimates for my fairly extensive ~23' horizontal crack. I found there are three types of companies. The first type will do the minimum to chip out the rusted rebar, throw some fresh rebar in there, patch it up with a "band-aid", and charge you handsomely for a quick in-and-out job. The second will glance at your foundation and immediately tell you it has to be replaced, for an even more handsome price, of course. And then there is Avalon Structural. They will perform a comprehensive and highly structurally sound repair, removing all compromised material, charge a fair price, and stand behind their work with a strong warranty. If you visit their website, read the articles, and watch the videos explaining the right and wrong ways to perform foundation repairs, you will be well-equipped to choose the right company for your foundation job. Or, you can save the time and just call them. We couldn't be happier with our repair. The foundation looks great and feathers in perfectly with the undamaged foundation sections. The repair team was amazing and extremely respectful of our property. The city inspector signed off with zero issues, which speaks volumes about the quality of their work. A big thank you to Roger, MJ, and the entire Avalon Structural team!

    Knowledgeable team, but very poor communication experience…read more The response I received was dismissive, overly aggressive, and unprofessional. Instead of explaining their approach constructively, they criticized other bids and ended the conversation abruptly. I'd recommend getting multiple opinions and relying on an independent structural engineer rather than taking any one contractor's claims at face value.

    RSL Structural Inc.

    RSL Structural Inc.

    (16 reviews)

    I had a really great experience working with RSL Structural Inc. and Ricardo, the owner…read more Ricardo completed our earthquake retrofitting, foundation crack repairs, and all related structural work, and I honestly couldn't be happier with how everything went. Ricardo was easy to communicate with, knowledgeable, and very thorough. He took the time to explain the work, answered my questions, and made the whole process feel much less stressful. He also handled all of the city permit paperwork, which was a huge relief and saved me a lot of time and hassle. The work was done as promised, inspections were scheduled smoothly, and everything passed city inspection without any issues. It gave me a lot of confidence knowing the job was done right and up to code. If you're looking for someone reliable and honest for structural or foundation work, I highly recommend RSL Structural Inc. and Ricardo. I would absolutely work with him again.

    Ricardo (RSL) performed work for an earthquake seismic retrofit on my home through the California…read moreEarthquake Brace + Bolt (EBB) program. He and the team were professional, knowledgeable about the EBB requirements, and handled the process smoothly from start to finish. Ricardo handled all the paperwork through the EBB portal, as well as obtaining the permits to perform the work from my city's building department. When it was taking longer than expected to obtain the permits from the city, Ricardo was kind and courteous helping answer my questions and following up on my project's behalf. During the actual retrofit portion of the project the crew arrived on time, worked efficiently, and kept me informed throughout the project. What sets Ricardo apart are his fair & competitive pricing, excellent communication, extensive knowledge, and friendly attitude. The job passed inspection with no issues, and I now feel much more confident about my home's safety in an earthquake. I highly recommend them for anyone considering a retrofit.

    Element Home Remodeling - contractors - Updated May 2026

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