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!

Looking for the right contractor is tough but I am glad that I went with abi and his team. Abi was…read moregreat at giving explanations about the process which gave me a better understanding and he was very respectful. I really appreciated his honesty and breakdown of the pricing which allowed me to think on which contractor to choose. Even his detailed proposals were well written compared to the others I have received. We had other contractors that quoted us for less but I definitely did not want to cut corners for a project for my parents house. His team did amazing work and they were also respectful to our property! Would definitely go back to him for future home projects.

I had a rotted floor underneath the tub and toilet and outdated bathroom and had to remodel my…read morebathroom, and with 9 working days the job had been done and working with Avi was easy. He was the best quote after 5 quotes, and his team was very conscious of the other areas of my home not getting dusty. I will use them again when I have another improvement for my home.

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.

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 Ray and his crew to remodel our backyard. We had some issues with standing water, so the…read moreproject included installing drainage, new paving, fixing an old pergola and a non-retaining wall, and running an electric line for a hot tub and lighting. For the hot tub area, we wanted something special--a custom deck built around it. I shared my idea with Ray, and together we came up with a design that turned out even better than I had imagined! Overall, Ray is very easy to work with. He's a "yes man" in the best way--always positive, solution-oriented, and focused on making the customer happy. He truly cares about the quality of his work and stands behind it. I'd absolutely recommend him and call him again for my next work.

Ray and Co. were very professional thru the whole process. The craftsmanship is quality. And Ray is…read morewilling to work within your budget. Highly recommended.

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.

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.

Pride Construction and Remodeling has enabled my wife and I to have the most beautiful remodel that…read morewe could have ever imagined. We remodeled two bathrooms, three bedrooms, and a stairway. Alon helped us with all the decision making including choice of flooring, cabinets, wall tiles, and perhaps most importantly colors. Alon became a valuable consultant and a person we could really upon to be at our home on a regular basis and when we needed him. All of the people who worked on our project were professional, courteous, and dedicated to making our dreams come true. For example the remodel of our stairway was in the hands of a true artist who would not end his days at our home until every detail was completed to both his and our satisfactions. With out any hesitation I highly recommend Alon and Pride Construction and Remodeling. We are already planning our next project!

Summary = DO NOT WORK WITH THIS COMPANY! We worked with Alon during the pandemic on a home remodel…read moreof our kitchen, 2 baths, plumbing and electrical improvements, and paint. Alon was friendly and nice and the work was eventually completed after a roller coaster of a process that took 6 months. I had been sitting on this review after living with the remodel for over a year. I finally decided to post this review due to some recent upsetting discoveries. I hire a general contractor to manage coordination with sub contractors and to check on their quality. There were issues with both management and quality! Minor consolidation was that they at least finished. On the management side, they subcontracted the structural work, plumbing, and electrical. Something happened with the plumbing/structural contractor part way through and was replaced and we were warned not to engage with them if they come to me for payment (strange). Then they fired a sub contractor to the electrical sub contractor (who damaged a lot of the new electrical wires). They had a payment dispute with the electrical subcontractor, who later tried to put a lein on my home. To their credit, they did take care of it. Quality and attention to detail was not great. After dry wall and paint, I found lots of little divots in the wall because of poor patch work. Paint kept on peeling off the repainted doors and required several repairs. After several rounds of getting them to come back to fix things, we got gave up. A part was not installed correctly on our new pocket doors; instead of taking off the trim and installing things correctly, they installed an ugly fix on top of the trim. I was looking around the attic recently and was shocked to find hidden issues. Many of the electric wires that they fixed with twisted wires and electrical tape not enclosed in boxes. Some electrical boxes were not attached. Some nuturals were twisted together without a wire nut and it got loose at some point causing open nuturals and broken outlets. None of my my bathroom vents were connected even though I explicitly asked before it they can double check. The vent duct work was laying next to the fan. One of the fan duct flaps still had the factory stickers to remind the installer to remove before installing the duct! I will not trust them ever again.

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!

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!