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Axe Construction

5.00(
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Axe Construction

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

At Axe Construction we pride ourselves in providing a personalized concierge-like approach towards your construction/remodeling projects. Over the years, we are proud to have cemented our identity into Southern California, translating dreams into into reality. From a blueprint to entering your new luxury property, our highly trained staff will be with you each step of the way. Specializes in ground-up construction, condos and design. What sets Axe Construction apart from competitors is that you receive a complete package of construction, design and project management. You will feel at ease through the entire experience and be taken care of.

"I recently purchased a new construction home built by Axe Construction, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. There were a couple of small hiccups during move-in (as with any new build), but Tomer and the Axe team handled everything quickly, professionally, and without hesitation. Their responsiveness and commitment to making sure I was completely satisfied really stood out. The quality of the construction is excellent — thoughtful layout, great finishes, and solid craftsmanship throughout. It’s clear they take pride in their work. I highly recommend Axe Construction to anyone looking for a trustworthy, high-end builder. They stand behind their product and genuinely care about their clients. I’m very happy with my home and grateful for how smoothly everything was ultimately handled."

Shawn W on November 2025

At Axe Construction we pride ourselves in providing a personalized concierge-like approach towards your construction/remodeling projects. Over the years, we are proud to have cemented our identity into Southern California, translating dreams into into reality. From a blueprint to entering your new luxury property, our highly trained staff will be with you each step of the way. Specializes in ground-up construction, condos and design. What sets Axe Construction apart from competitors is that you receive a complete package of construction, design and project management. You will feel at ease through the entire experience and be taken care of.

"I recently purchased a new construction home built by Axe Construction, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. There were a couple of small hiccups during move-in (as with any new build), but Tomer and the Axe team handled everything quickly, professionally, and without hesitation. Their responsiveness and commitment to making sure I was completely satisfied really stood out. The quality of the construction is excellent — thoughtful layout, great finishes, and solid craftsmanship throughout. It’s clear they take pride in their work. I highly recommend Axe Construction to anyone looking for a trustworthy, high-end builder. They stand behind their product and genuinely care about their clients. I’m very happy with my home and grateful for how smoothly everything was ultimately handled."

Shawn W on November 2025


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AGA Construction Inc

4.82(
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AGA Construction Inc

4.82(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 years of experience

FREE estimates and 10% off for Angi's List members! A.G.A Construction, Inc. is a licensed, bonded and insured, full-service construction company. We offer services in both residential and commercial remodeling including, but not limited to, new construction, room additions, kitchen and bathroom remodeling. Our mission at A.G.A Construction is to provide excellent customer satisfaction and top-quality work. We work hard to maintain high standards of exceptional customer service and superiority that has become expected of us over the years. Whatever your remodeling needs are, we take the necessary time to discuss with you the wide variety of options, products, styles, specification and your desired budget available in order to make your vision a reality. When working with our team you can be sure that your remodeling project will exceed your expectations. With any remodeling job, a project is only as good as its foundation. The same is true for our company, which is built on a foundation of trust and strong relationships with our clients. As our saying goes “When we are done, you will be happy, and until you are happy, we are not done.”

"We started the process of building our detached ADU at the beginning of 2022. We hired an Architect, who drew up a plan to build a 1200 sq ft, 3 bedroom 2.5 bathroom house. After 14 months of waiting and addressing revisions required by the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety we got our permit in “Ready to Issue” status. While waiting for city approval, we all started looking for a fair, reliable and honest contractor who would do good/solid construction. We started the process of interviewing contractors and getting bids for the job. After several meetings and several bids, we met Micky Kanian with “AGA Construction”. We found Micky on Yelp. One of his references took us thru an ADU that Micky and team built for his elderly mother-in-law to live in. This family could not say enough good things about Micky and team. They took us thru the property and explained their experience in great detail. We saw another beautiful AGA project, a 5k sq ft + project that was in progress and really knew that day that we’d found our contractor. We weren’t quite ready to pull the trigger for personal reasons, so we put the project on hold. Meanwhile, we continued to collect a couple of other bids that were already in progress. During this process, AGA kept in touch with us. They checked in every few weeks or so, without being pushy or intrusive. After a delay of about 9 months, we decided to move forward with AGA construction. No one is a tougher critic than me. I was dreading this project because of the amount of stress that I knew we’d be under. Both financially and mentally. We’ve all heard and/or lived thru the horror of a construction project gone wrong. I won’t bury the lead any further. We love our ADU!!!!! We started the project on Jan 31st of 2024. We were told that the project would take 6-8 months. We lost the first 6 weeks or so with the heavy rains from last year, but even with that delay, we were mostly done with the project by the middle of August. We ran into the “expected” unknowns and surprises – all dealt with fairly and quickly by Micky and team. I would like to call out Joachin who was amazing. We always felt like we were in the best of qualified hands during this entire process. All inspections were signed off, the last checks were written, and we now have a gorgeous new home behind the main house on that property. We were so happy with the project and trusted Micky and Joachin so much, that we immediately launched a second project of gutting and renovating a very large master bathroom for my In-Laws. That job started on September 23rd and was done the first or second week of November as promised. It would’ve been done sooner, but we had a little “client indecision” that cost us about a week or two. All in all, I would highly recommend Micky and his crew, and we plan to use them for as long as they are in business or until my family and I run out of projects."

howard w on February 2025

FREE estimates and 10% off for Angi's List members! A.G.A Construction, Inc. is a licensed, bonded and insured, full-service construction company. We offer services in both residential and commercial remodeling including, but not limited to, new construction, room additions, kitchen and bathroom remodeling. Our mission at A.G.A Construction is to provide excellent customer satisfaction and top-quality work. We work hard to maintain high standards of exceptional customer service and superiority that has become expected of us over the years. Whatever your remodeling needs are, we take the necessary time to discuss with you the wide variety of options, products, styles, specification and your desired budget available in order to make your vision a reality. When working with our team you can be sure that your remodeling project will exceed your expectations. With any remodeling job, a project is only as good as its foundation. The same is true for our company, which is built on a foundation of trust and strong relationships with our clients. As our saying goes “When we are done, you will be happy, and until you are happy, we are not done.”

"We started the process of building our detached ADU at the beginning of 2022. We hired an Architect, who drew up a plan to build a 1200 sq ft, 3 bedroom 2.5 bathroom house. After 14 months of waiting and addressing revisions required by the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety we got our permit in “Ready to Issue” status. While waiting for city approval, we all started looking for a fair, reliable and honest contractor who would do good/solid construction. We started the process of interviewing contractors and getting bids for the job. After several meetings and several bids, we met Micky Kanian with “AGA Construction”. We found Micky on Yelp. One of his references took us thru an ADU that Micky and team built for his elderly mother-in-law to live in. This family could not say enough good things about Micky and team. They took us thru the property and explained their experience in great detail. We saw another beautiful AGA project, a 5k sq ft + project that was in progress and really knew that day that we’d found our contractor. We weren’t quite ready to pull the trigger for personal reasons, so we put the project on hold. Meanwhile, we continued to collect a couple of other bids that were already in progress. During this process, AGA kept in touch with us. They checked in every few weeks or so, without being pushy or intrusive. After a delay of about 9 months, we decided to move forward with AGA construction. No one is a tougher critic than me. I was dreading this project because of the amount of stress that I knew we’d be under. Both financially and mentally. We’ve all heard and/or lived thru the horror of a construction project gone wrong. I won’t bury the lead any further. We love our ADU!!!!! We started the project on Jan 31st of 2024. We were told that the project would take 6-8 months. We lost the first 6 weeks or so with the heavy rains from last year, but even with that delay, we were mostly done with the project by the middle of August. We ran into the “expected” unknowns and surprises – all dealt with fairly and quickly by Micky and team. I would like to call out Joachin who was amazing. We always felt like we were in the best of qualified hands during this entire process. All inspections were signed off, the last checks were written, and we now have a gorgeous new home behind the main house on that property. We were so happy with the project and trusted Micky and Joachin so much, that we immediately launched a second project of gutting and renovating a very large master bathroom for my In-Laws. That job started on September 23rd and was done the first or second week of November as promised. It would’ve been done sooner, but we had a little “client indecision” that cost us about a week or two. All in all, I would highly recommend Micky and his crew, and we plan to use them for as long as they are in business or until my family and I run out of projects."

howard w on February 2025


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KN Remodeling & Supplies Inc

4.84(
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KN Remodeling & Supplies Inc

4.84(
38
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
13 years of experience

Family owned and operated, KN remodeling is dedicated to the highest customer satisfaction, providing quality home improvement while giving you best value for your money. How? By meeting our goals of personal trust, professional management and quality workmanship in a timely manner. Thanks to a super team of planner and designers, we have what it takes to bring your project from concept to completion in a fashion that insures the in quality, durability and beauty.

"It went very well, thanks to Nathen and his workers. They cleaned up the trash everyday when they finished the work. The work was done in the time frame they gave me with no hold ups at any point. I already recommended to s friend of mine."

PETRA O on May 2021

Family owned and operated, KN remodeling is dedicated to the highest customer satisfaction, providing quality home improvement while giving you best value for your money. How? By meeting our goals of personal trust, professional management and quality workmanship in a timely manner. Thanks to a super team of planner and designers, we have what it takes to bring your project from concept to completion in a fashion that insures the in quality, durability and beauty.

"It went very well, thanks to Nathen and his workers. They cleaned up the trash everyday when they finished the work. The work was done in the time frame they gave me with no hold ups at any point. I already recommended to s friend of mine."

PETRA O on May 2021


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So Cal Builders & Design Inc

4.72(
187
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So Cal Builders & Design Inc

4.72(
187
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Customers say: True professional
43 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

So Cal Builders & Design have been helping the homes throughout California look perfect one nail and brick at a time! With the best prices and highest standard of service, we can deliver the kitchen or bathroom of your dreams on time and on budget! Our staff of trained technicians will build your addition or remodel to your specifications; using only the finest quality materials and the most up-to-date building procedures. We also have in house masonry service as well as perform a number of other services such as plumbing, lighting, painting, patios, and much more. Because we do it all ourselves, we eliminate miscommunication, stress and down time. We don’t use outside contractors or fancy gimmicks to get our customers. We combine new and modern building practices with tried and true hard work to deliver a work of art every time and that is why our customers make us #1. Request Your Free Estimate Voice Star: (888) 284-9122.

"Very good company . I am very satisfied with their professionalism . Highly recommended this company"

Leta W on December 2025

So Cal Builders & Design have been helping the homes throughout California look perfect one nail and brick at a time! With the best prices and highest standard of service, we can deliver the kitchen or bathroom of your dreams on time and on budget! Our staff of trained technicians will build your addition or remodel to your specifications; using only the finest quality materials and the most up-to-date building procedures. We also have in house masonry service as well as perform a number of other services such as plumbing, lighting, painting, patios, and much more. Because we do it all ourselves, we eliminate miscommunication, stress and down time. We don’t use outside contractors or fancy gimmicks to get our customers. We combine new and modern building practices with tried and true hard work to deliver a work of art every time and that is why our customers make us #1. Request Your Free Estimate Voice Star: (888) 284-9122.

"Very good company . I am very satisfied with their professionalism . Highly recommended this company"

Leta W on December 2025


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A.Design

5.00(
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A.Design

5.00(
16
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Customers say: Quick response
13 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

A.Design is a forward-thinking architecture firm led by Andi and Anila, bringing their expertise in both architecture and design to create exceptional residential and commercial projects in Los Angeles and its surrounding areas. Their dedication to innovation, sustainability, and client satisfaction makes them a sought-after firm in the region. A.period is a licensed architecture firm in California, with Andi at the helm as a fully accredited and experienced architect. Andi's California architect license ensures that the firm complies with all relevant regulations and building codes, guaranteeing clients the highest quality and safety in their projects. Anila, on the other hand, holds a background in architecture and a keen eye for design, making her the perfect creative force alongside Andi. The firm has an impressive portfolio of residential projects, ranging from single-family homes to multi-unit developments, whether it's contemporary, traditional, or a fusion of styles.

"I really enjoyed working with Anila and her team on my home remodel. She was very detail-oriented and very hardworking. She made the whole experience feel less hard and more enjoyable. I would definitely recommend working with A.Design and Architecture. "

Antonio K on March 2025

A.Design is a forward-thinking architecture firm led by Andi and Anila, bringing their expertise in both architecture and design to create exceptional residential and commercial projects in Los Angeles and its surrounding areas. Their dedication to innovation, sustainability, and client satisfaction makes them a sought-after firm in the region. A.period is a licensed architecture firm in California, with Andi at the helm as a fully accredited and experienced architect. Andi's California architect license ensures that the firm complies with all relevant regulations and building codes, guaranteeing clients the highest quality and safety in their projects. Anila, on the other hand, holds a background in architecture and a keen eye for design, making her the perfect creative force alongside Andi. The firm has an impressive portfolio of residential projects, ranging from single-family homes to multi-unit developments, whether it's contemporary, traditional, or a fusion of styles.

"I really enjoyed working with Anila and her team on my home remodel. She was very detail-oriented and very hardworking. She made the whole experience feel less hard and more enjoyable. I would definitely recommend working with A.Design and Architecture. "

Antonio K on March 2025


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ESL Designs

4.75(
20
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ESL Designs

4.75(
20
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

15 years of experience in the industry and with the right mixture of name brand products, excellent workmanship, and superior customer service is what allows us to provide our customers with the second-to-none ESL DESIGNS they deserve. ESL DESIGNS’s mission is to lead the residential home improvement industry by providing our customers with superior ESL DESIGNS work, top-notch workmanship, and excellent customer service – all at affordable prices!

"This project is on-going."

Dennis V on October 2022

15 years of experience in the industry and with the right mixture of name brand products, excellent workmanship, and superior customer service is what allows us to provide our customers with the second-to-none ESL DESIGNS they deserve. ESL DESIGNS’s mission is to lead the residential home improvement industry by providing our customers with superior ESL DESIGNS work, top-notch workmanship, and excellent customer service – all at affordable prices!

"This project is on-going."

Dennis V on October 2022


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MF Construction & Design Inc

4.86(
64
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MF Construction & Design Inc

4.86(
64
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
31 years of experience

We are proud of our excellent reviews and Super Service Awards every year. We have no salespersons and you work directly with the contractor and owner. We specialize in kitchens, bathrooms, additions and new home construction. We are a family owned business and our quality and satisfaction is guaranteed. We have serviced the Los Angeles area for over 25 years and have references available upon request. Free estimates are available and remodeled kitchens and homes are available for you to see. Visit our website at www.mfcdesignsite.com or email us at [email protected] for more information.

"Mike remodeled the upstairs of our condo five years ago and did such a great job that he was the only contractor we wanted for our downstairs kitchen and bathroom remodel. Once again he and his crew did a great job"

Ron M on March 2025

We are proud of our excellent reviews and Super Service Awards every year. We have no salespersons and you work directly with the contractor and owner. We specialize in kitchens, bathrooms, additions and new home construction. We are a family owned business and our quality and satisfaction is guaranteed. We have serviced the Los Angeles area for over 25 years and have references available upon request. Free estimates are available and remodeled kitchens and homes are available for you to see. Visit our website at www.mfcdesignsite.com or email us at [email protected] for more information.

"Mike remodeled the upstairs of our condo five years ago and did such a great job that he was the only contractor we wanted for our downstairs kitchen and bathroom remodel. Once again he and his crew did a great job"

Ron M on March 2025


"We had a great experience. Timely and professional company who is willing to work with you on any concerns you may have. Our new shower is stunning!"

Moska M on September 2025

Full service general contractor performing all project big and small

"We had a great experience. Timely and professional company who is willing to work with you on any concerns you may have. Our new shower is stunning!"

Moska M on September 2025


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HIC Builders, Inc.

5.00(
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HIC Builders, Inc.

5.00(
11
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
8 years of experience

HIC ( Home Ideas and Construction ) is a Family owned Business we are construction company. We look forward to coming out to your home and exploring the best, most efficient and budget conscious way we can upgrade you home. Specialize in Remodeling kitchens, bathrooms, pavers, outdoor landscape, patio enclosures, painting and ADU's to garage conversion from blueprinting to city permits we can walk you thru . We know that you are putting your faith and trust in your contractor, we work hard to earn your trust and satisfaction. Our team of experts offers you the latest modern and eco-friendly, materials and aesthetic work that you can imagine.

"ADU construction Plumbing, electrical, drywall, Painting"

Elbia M on February 2025

HIC ( Home Ideas and Construction ) is a Family owned Business we are construction company. We look forward to coming out to your home and exploring the best, most efficient and budget conscious way we can upgrade you home. Specialize in Remodeling kitchens, bathrooms, pavers, outdoor landscape, patio enclosures, painting and ADU's to garage conversion from blueprinting to city permits we can walk you thru . We know that you are putting your faith and trust in your contractor, we work hard to earn your trust and satisfaction. Our team of experts offers you the latest modern and eco-friendly, materials and aesthetic work that you can imagine.

"ADU construction Plumbing, electrical, drywall, Painting"

Elbia M on February 2025


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N & NC Designs

5.00(
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N & NC Designs

5.00(
11
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 years of experience

N&NC Designs is an Architectural Design firm Los Angeles. We take pride our ability to exceed expectations all aspects of business, which puts us among the top firms in Los Angeles. We specialize in Ground Up Homes, Building Additions, Home Remodels, Kitchen Design, Multi-Family Multi-Story Units, and Commercial Tenant Improvements.

"At this time (still early), Nathan has been responsive to all architectural suggestions and ideas we’ve provided. Am looking forward to detail work."

Gabriel L on October 2020

N&NC Designs is an Architectural Design firm Los Angeles. We take pride our ability to exceed expectations all aspects of business, which puts us among the top firms in Los Angeles. We specialize in Ground Up Homes, Building Additions, Home Remodels, Kitchen Design, Multi-Family Multi-Story Units, and Commercial Tenant Improvements.

"At this time (still early), Nathan has been responsive to all architectural suggestions and ideas we’ve provided. Am looking forward to detail work."

Gabriel L on October 2020

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Custom Home Builders questions, answered by experts

Yes, professionals offer mantel and surround customization for aesthetic appeal.

To get a quote from a builder or general contractor, contact them over the phone or online and explain your project. If you already have house plans drawn up, they’ll need to review them to determine the project's scope before providing you with a quote. Ask for your quote in writing and compare quotes from several pros before choosing the best one for your needs.

The term “cottage” is subjective, so there’s no rigid definition, but it generally refers to a small home with simple and purposeful architecture that embraces nature and focuses on charm over everything else. Cottages are typically 1 or 1 1/2-stories tall, usually with gabled roofs, and are built out of natural materials that help make the structure a part of the surrounding nature rather than something that stands out from it. A big part of what makes a cottage a cottage is the decor, which includes natural materials from the nearby area.

Above all, the downside to building a new house is a longer timeline. You need several months to finish the build, depending on the supply chain and labor availability in the meantime. Building a home compared to buying one is also more expensive, both in the building process and when it comes to mortgage rates and property taxes.

In most cases, you should get an architect before you hire a builder. An architect will be the one to draw up formal plans for your project, including guidelines and even material lists for your builder to follow during construction. Many architects can even help you find builders, choose one for your project, and negotiate prices. Some are also willing to act as project managers throughout the process, working closely with a builder from start to finish.

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