I've been wanting to post this review for a while. I am so grateful for the sincere guidance and…read morehelp I have continued getting from Ben and his team.  We have been on the search for a good lot to purchase and build our dream home on, and the path has been challenging at times.  We finally had spotted the lot that we felt was the right for us.  After extensive research, Ben with help of his team and his engineers helped uncover issues associated with development of this lot related to utilities (particularly sewer), and potential foundation development complications which was going to put us well over our desired budget.  I am grateful to have support from such a dedicated and knowledgeable team in this process and know that there are people who actually care and have our back! I was disappointed that this lot didn't work out but very happy to have managed cancelling, getting our full deposit back and continue our search for a project and/or property that meets our family needs and doesn't put us in a challenging predicament.  Thank you Paymun team and Ben for your knowledge & dedication to your profession!!!

From the owner: PAYMUN is a full-service real estate and design-build firm serving the Bay Area. We bring beauty,…read morefunction, and your dream together—designing and building spaces that reflect your vision and personality with care, creativity, and an eye for inspired daily living.

Had the opportunity to attend an open house at Roof & Realm and was very impressed with the…read moreprofessionalism of the entire organization. Everyone from from the executive leadership team to support staff were on point and knowledgeable. From manufacturing standpoint, the attention to detail of these ADU's was too notch! Quality management clearly spares no expense to produce only high quality product for its customers. I enjoyed hearing from the executive team about the vision for the organization, this company is going to be one to watch. From every indicator, customer service is their utmost priority. Very impressed I have ti say, it's no wonder why they are a market leader in ADU's. I'll absolutely be working with them VERY SOON!

Paid them to do a site evaluation and they ended up wasting my time. They placed the ADU on an…read moreeasement where I cannot even build. I gave them my easement map from title so they should have known there was an easement in that spot. They obviously didn't even bother to look at it... they're not about helping the customer. They're more about helping themselves and taking your money. Ang. This is not a fake review. I will be contacting you for a refund.

Not sure if this company is real business or just another pretty website in the cyberspace???…read moreCalled the 866-887-7997 which is listed as the company phone number and the number is no longer in service!!! Buyer beware before giving your money to a company that you can't even reach by phone or by email and doesn't respond to any inquiry.

Blu Homes has merged with Dvele Homes…read more Same high quality build, energy efficient, and modern design. Now with more smart features and enhanced healthy home upgrades!

Overall, I'd recommend BuildZig. They helped us with a small project and were very easy to work…read morewith. The pricing was reasonable and the work was well done. Communication could have been a bit more consistent, but it didn't stop the project from being a success. Happy to give them five stars!

We are so grateful we got to work with BuildZig for our remodel and addition for our home in…read moreOakland. We first met Carlos and the BuildZig team years ago through our architect. We really liked their love for Oakland, and we stayed in contact as we prepared for the project. Laura was key in helping finally get our permit, and once we had that in hand and were able to move forward, BuildZig was incredible!! Here are some of the glows I share with people all the time about how unique and special BuildZig is as General Contractors: 1) High Integrity. All the way through the process, Carlos and his team were trustworthy and consistent in letting us know each step in the process. 2) Impeccable work. The crew took real pride in their work and added touches we would not have even thought of related to the aesthetics and lasting quality. 3) Stayed on budget & schedule!! Honestly -- these are two things that no one can believe when I tell them. Budget and schedule were really important to us. Our budget was tight. They met our goal of finishing our whole project in time for us to move back in after only three months! The expenses were predictable and easy to track. 4) Great communication. We had weekly meetings to track the project and troubleshoot any questions. 5) Values aligned. Carlos comes from a background in community organizing and it shows in the practice of the work. They care about the well being of all of the workers, our neighbors, the broader community in Oakland, and the environment. We can't recommend them enough. They are Gem in Oakland for sure.

Simon at Sasco and his team did a great job on our small commercial building at a fair price…read more We had them replace some large support beams that had dry rot and replace two stairways. They did the work in record time and did such a good job cleaning up after themselves that I almost did not notice they had been there (other than everything looked brand new and freshly painted!) Simon has a masters degree in civil engineering, unlike most of the contractors that I have worked with in the past, and their estimation was very professional and accurate. When they came in on budget, we were thrilled. We are a small 14-owner office condo association, so that was much appreciated! I am sure they can handle very large commercial projects, but we were glad to have their capable group on our smaller project.

I'm an architect practicing in the Bay area for 20+ years. We've worked with Simon as a general…read morecontractor for house remodel/addition projects for the last few years. He has been very professional, patient, trustworthy and personable. Clients have been very happy with his work and appreciate his attention to detail. I highly recommend Simon and his staff for any remodel/addition or new house construction.

Michael did a great job renovating our house in Los Altos. For us, Michael was not only a general…read morecontractor, but also a designer and consultant. We had no experience in renovating houses, but Michael guided us through the whole process. He took the time to understand our needs and make great recommendations. For example, Michael designed our kitchen skylight which was dated, and it turned out amazing. We love the modern look and the auto open/close feature recommended by Michael. We had a designer for our master bathroom in the beginning but decided we didn't need one for the rest of the house because Michael was like one. We loved all of his ideas and he also let us know when we had terrible ideas. Michael was also great at helping us manage the budget. Our house was a fixer upper, but not everything needed to be redone. For example, we didn't like the windows and were considering replacing them. But Michael recommended a fresh paint instead, which saved us a lot of money. Even after the house was done and we paid in full, Michael was still very responsible and came back a few times to make sure everything was perfect. We highly recommend Michael for your renovation projects. If you're looking for a general contractor who does amazing work and requires minimal supervision, Michael is the one!

Zume Builders did a great job managing a major renovation and expansion of our Palo Alto home. We…read moreenjoyed working with them and we love the end result! Our initial contact was with Zume's sales manager Alan. He prepared a detailed quote explaining the scope of work and expected timetable. Zume provided more information and on a quicker basis than several other contractors we interviewed. For the project itself, we worked with Michael and Aaron. They both did a terrific job managing the construction. It was very important to us that the project progress quickly and efficiently, and they really came through! Michael was the overall GC. It's obvious he has lots of experience with construction in the Bay Area. He had great recommendations for outside vendors: for everything from lighting, to bathroom fixtures, to flooring and appliances. We also appreciated that he could handle the Title24 process (which allowed us to avoid dealing with another outside consultant). Aaron oversaw the day-to-day site management. We were a demanding client! He was very patient and responsive with the questions we sent on an almost daily basis. A major construction project is always stressful, and Zume's professionalism reassured us that we were in good hands. Michael and Aaron also did a great job coordinating with the city to ensure that the project was never held up because of failed inspections. Also, the buildertrend.com project management portal that Zume uses is a very convenient way to understand the status of the project and the schedule of progress payments. We are very happy with Zume's work on our project. We love the beautiful renovated home they helped us achieve!

Overall well made house. The problem is totally mismatched single-stage HVAC equipment for a 2 zone…read morehouse. After 6 years of occupancy both the Carrier furnace and A/C had to be replaced - big bucks. A single stage with a one phase zoned system would have worked perfectly. Many neighbors have found leaking roofs, drains and cracks in their new homes. Buyer Beware. Make sure you totally check the functionality of your equipment with competent 3rd party company - even with a new house check everything.

Bad service with their warranties, these new homes are a joke, not all and cheap materials used…read moreand appliances, things do not last long, It is not worth the price we paid for 4 years ago when it was new...they charge every upgrade...I will be surprised if the house last long esp. the fence, and HVAC systems,,had issues already and few other homes have same issues.....besides paying the Mello Roos, HOA and property tax it is a expensive place..The neighborhood is ok...if I had a choice I would not live here...people are not all friendly they mind their own business...not all but most of them...I try to be friendly say hello.. You are basically 4ft from house to neighbors fence we share. You can hear everyone and their conversations if the windows are open or outside in yard or front...noise carried throughout...each to its own...this is not a place I want to raise a family or live...but I am here I just how to deal with it...

For my bathroom remodel, I hired a company named Eano Home Renovation, which is listed as a General…read moreContractor on Yelp. It turns out that Eano isn't actually the contractor; they hire a contractor to do the work. Lucky for me, they hired Arch General Construction. As I was working with both these companies at the same time, initially it made it confusing to judge who was responsible for what; however, as time went on, I grew to rely on my Arch team. Knowing what I now know, I wish I'd known of Arch and hired them directly for my project. I enjoyed everyone on their team who I worked with. They did great work and I really trusted them. My bathroom turned out better than I could have hoped for. It's like I'm staying at a fancy hotel :) I'm not able to comment about their pricing due to my working through Eano, but it's common sense that anytime you've got a middle person, you're going to pay more. I'm guessing that their pricing is reasonable. A special shout out to their employee CY for his high quality work!

I can't say enough great things about Arch General Construction and the incredible job they did…read moreremodeling my three bathrooms! From start to finish, they exceeded all expectations. Sandy led this remodeling project so professionally. She and her team were incredibly mindful of our time, working flexibly around our busy schedules, which made the entire process smooth and stress-free. What truly stood out was how personable the whole team was. They genuinely cared about our vision and made sure we were involved in every aspect of the design whenever our input was needed. They took care of everything, including handling all the city dealings to ensure things ran smoothly, which was a huge relief. We never had to worry about a thing! Sandy, in particular, was amazing. She was so thorough in ordering and double-checking that every part was exactly what we wanted, ensuring both the quality and design matched our vision perfectly. Her attention to detail and willingness to listen made all the difference. Her team led by Tan was so attentive to details and we felt went above and beyond to see everything was done to high standards. I highly recommend Arch General Construction to anyone who values high-quality work, great communication, and a truly dedicated team. I'm beyond thrilled I chose Sandy and her amazing team for this project! I will choose them again, hands down. Also, the best part is the value. We shopped around a lot and their prices are so very reasonable considering the outstanding workmanship they offer. Thank you Sandy and team Arch General Construction!