We had a good remodel experience with Forever Builders. We worked with Dawn and he did a great job…read moremanaging the whole process end to end. He coordinated all the different tasks (tiling, countertop fabrication, painting, inspections, etc.) and we are very happy with the finished quality of the remodel. He made the process easy and answered all of our questions; we are happy that we worked with him and Forever Builders.

02/13/2026 Ben…read morecontinues to say their "inspection" found no active leak and claims the water must be coming from an exterior outlet or prior waterproofing. Based on that storyline, they're refusing to take responsibility for the flooring damage. The windows were installed without permits. I brought in four independent inspections, including three licensed general contractors and one home inspector. All confirmed active water intrusion and pointed to the window installation as the likely source. Despite that, Forever Builders continues to deny, redirect, and avoid addressing the actual installation. The floors never had water intrusion before the remodel. The problem started after their work. Instead of owning it and fixing it, they've chosen to argue technicalities and wait for CSLB to force the issue. For a company that promotes itself as 5-star, this has been anything but. When serious defects surface, there's no urgency, no accountability, and no effort to stand behind the work. Just excuses. That is not 5-star service. That is not what integrity looks like.

I hired Rummy from IL Total Design for a major three-story remodel permit that included adding…read moresignificant square footage, and she exceeded expectations in every way! This was not a simple cosmetic project -- it was a complex build with structural changes, multiple levels, and a lot of moving parts in a coastal zone. Throughout the process, Rummy was incredibly resilient. Whenever challenges came up (and with a project this size, they always do), she stayed solution-oriented and kept the project moving forward without hesitation. She was also extremely responsive. Calls were returned, questions were answered quickly, and updates were consistent. I never had to chase her down ever! Communication was clear and direct, which makes a huge difference on a large remodel. What stands out most is her "get it done" mentality. She doesn't give up no matter what the city says -- takes ownership and executes. She handled everything with professionalism and confidence. If you're looking for an architect/design team that is dependable, responsive, resilient, and truly delivers results -- IL Total Design is the perfect choice!

I met Rummy Dechner, owner and lead architect with IL Total, via a design/build firm last year for…read morean ADU project. Eventually, I fired the firm (read my other review), but Rummy stayed with us to help us move forward. Without a city approved design we already sunk $25k into (most of which she probably didn't make) we depended on her almost daily for the first few months after the mess with not one but a second builders as well. We were going solo through the toughest part of the ADU process. I mean we really, really depended on her. Rummy drove this to the end for the permit to finally be granted to us. Through thick and thin she'd be there with updates and keeping us in the loop about forms, payments, and any changes she was forced to make, etc. The design itself is beautiful. She's not only talented but honest and dependable. Answers all questions. Rummy knows ADUs and the ins and outs of city permitting headaches and most of all she's loyal to her clients. I didn't know her firm also does builds as well. If only I met them at the beginning I could have saved myself a ton of time and heartache. Highly recommend! Look at her YouTube channel for all of the ADUs she has designed throughout San Diego. https://youtube.com/@iltotaldesign?si=Lh4BJ_pdmOK5OFG9

Illegal Practices…read more Will not stop robo-calling me, even after being asked to take me off their contact list. This is illegal and obnoxious behavior. I could not imagine doing business with a company that employs this aggressive tactic. Filed complaint with FCC https://consumercomplaints.fcc.gov/hc/en-us/requests

In 2016 we were on our way to an open house and made a wrong turn onto a street that had the most…read morebeautiful house that was under construction. We quickly called our realtor and she made arrangements to see the inside the next day. As soon as my husband and I walked in we both knew this was the house we were going to buy and we did! With most houses there are always pros and cons and compromises, but not with this house. California Builders thought of everything and there is nothing we would change. We highly recommend California Builders. Whether it's a new house or a remodel -- you will be in excellent hands with Sean and his team! Carla and Bill White

Although we decided not to proceed with our ADU project for personal reasons, working with the…read moreSnapADU team was a great experience. They were super comprehensive, thoughtful, responsive, and clearly very experienced with the process. It gave us a lot of confidence in their approach, and we wouldn't hesitate to point others their way if they're considering an ADU. The possibilities are endless, and we appreciated all of the hard work the team put in thus far.

Working with Snap ADU to build in my yard has worked out so great. I trust them ( despite having…read moretrust issues). I honestly feel lucky working with them. They did a great job on my ADU. I respect this company. Good job!

I worked with Kimberly recently when I bought my first condo. She was extremely welcoming and…read moreinformative, and made the intimidating experience of buying my first place a very pleasant one. I felt she advocated for me at all the right points of the process, and educated me on many important aspects of buying a home and home ownership in general. She got me a great deal on a really cute condo in Mission Hills, and I still feel very satisfied with the whole process and with my new home! I would definitely recommend hiring Kimberly to help you buy or sell your home. Five Stars!

Kimberly Schmidt is hands down the best realtor I've ever worked with. She was more than an agent…read more-- she was a strategic partner who had my back the entire time. She had answers for everything, made the process seamless, and got my condo sold fast (I had 2 offers in a few days!) with zero hiccups. I'm incredibly grateful to have had her on my side. Highly recommend!

great work highly recomended easy to work with and quality work would use them again for any future…read moreproject

"I'm about 95% done with my ADU project and I had to take a moment to share my experience working…read morewith Gary and his team. They have been nothing short of amazing--fast, hard-working, and incredibly detail-oriented. Throughout the project, Gary was very transparent, always taking the time to discuss price options and ensuring everything was clear. One thing that really stood out recently: months ago, during some electrical work, a bit of stucco on the main house was chipped. It was so minor that I never even mentioned it. Today, while the stucco company was working on the ADU, Gary's team had them repair that tiny damage without me ever having to ask. This level of care and attention to detail is why I'd give them six stars if I could. They consistently cleaned up after themselves and were considerate the entire time. I would 100% recommend Gary for any project and will definitely hire him again in the future."

Do not buy a home here. I just bought a townhome here and had a huge leak coming from the ceiling…read more My 3 year old daughter woke me up in the middle of the night and was frightened. I emailed customer service and they didn't respond. They could care less since I already closed escrow. They just want your money so be careful

Absolutely pathetic. Hands down the worst experience. They installed the water heater without a…read morebypass for the scale cutter or even a union--pure incompetence. Now it's impossible to fix a single leak without tearing the entire setup apart. Even the screws that secure the scale cutter to the wall are missing. Unbelievable. The worst of the worst.

This company is expert at getting the most income per square inch when they build. You're think…read morethey have someone from the Coastal Commission and San Diego City Zoning in their pocket, but I'm not sure. You'd be amazed at what they get approved. Not too concerned with the neighbours or the neighbourhood. Primarily concerned with squeezing as many renters into a space and keeping Pacific Beach as crowded as possible. It's business I guess. I understand the owner is a man of his word, that's commendable...It would be nice if they cared what others in the neighbourhood thought...

We bought in early 2000's and had expressed concern about leak on new property. They supposedly…read morefixed it and due to drought did not know it was slowly leaking and cause mold in my daughters room. They did not honor any work and caused my daughter to become sick. Don't trust them.

My wife and I couldn't be happier with our experience with Kitchen & Bath Beyond. From start to…read morefinish, the entire process was handled with professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine care for doing the job right. A special thank you goes to Dave, who was an absolute pleasure to work with. He was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and professional throughout the entire project. No matter what came up, he never gave up and always made sure everything was completed correctly. His communication was excellent, and he consistently went above and beyond to ensure we were completely satisfied. The quality of the workmanship exceeded our expectations, and the finished shower looks absolutely beautiful. It's refreshing to work with a company that truly takes pride in its work and stands behind what it does. I highly recommend Kitchen & Bath Beyond to anyone looking for a trustworthy, professional, and customer-focused remodeling company. Thank you for making our vision a reality! Glass to be added to the pony wall later.

they did a great job, casual but professional, quick but complete and well done. I've asked him for…read moreEstimates on some more work I'm so happy.