Steve and his team took our 80-year old home and brought new life to it. The integration from the…read moreold into the new is seamless. His knowledge of finished carpentry made all the difference. We had rooms and rooms of molding that couldn't be found anymore. Steve did lots of research for us and we came up with solutions that match so close you wouldn't know they were not built at the same time. We had to stay within the guidelines of the historical society and Steve's knowledge of those guidelines and made our home still look like it was built 80 years ago with upgrades of course. We couldn't have done it without him. Steve did a full house remodel for us and when we've added on porches and awnings he has come back out and made them look they came with the house originally. He stays on schedule, he has comprised his team with knowledgable professionals and tradespeople. We will definitely us SJB construction for our next remodel. Snyders - Point Loma

I have posted many pictures with captions. Highly suggest reviewing them. All of the below are my…read moreopinions based on work performed at my residence. DO. NOT. HIRE. THIS. MAN. OR. COMPANY. He has basically destroyed my confidence in my home. I am currently in the process of gathering estimates to correct 10s of thousands of dollars of poor workmanship that does not follow accepted trade practices. Had a window consultant, a licenced glazing and general building contractor out to look at the windows. Result? All windows need pulled out, framing fixed, and reinstalled correctly. SJB also installed a window in my son's bedroom that violates fire egress code. The window only opens 18". Minimum is 20". So I need a new window there now. I have told Steve about the windows. He is ignoring me. Steve's only response to my concerns was to ask for more money, for me to sign a gag order so that I cannot review him, and to exempt him from any liability. Not. a. chance. I have attached pictures of Steve's attempt to ask me for more money and to relinquish all of my rights. Is this why I have posted the first bad review? Have others signed their rights away to make Steve go away? Not me. Steve claims I am grading "unfinished work". Tile, floors, and windows are straightened out later at the end of project? Right. So he was going to pull baseboards off and pull the planks out of the drywall? Then put the baseboards back on? He was going to magically correct the tile work? He was going to correct the window framing with the windows completely installed and all finishes complete? Makes sense. If you are reading this and had SJB do any work at your home in the past, I HIGHLY recommend inspecting the work. Also - often he said he is doing work for "free" or "part of the project". Be careful.

See review by Leah T. After much trial and error with contractors, I finally found Builders Now…read more 110% recommended!

Joining the "wild west" frontier of ADU construction in Southern California has been fraught with…read morecountless, never-ending, stress-filled, unexpected, and costly challenges along the way. This has been my personal experience since March 2024, when I first started my journey into the world of ADU building. Within one year, I had fired two contractors and wasted thousands of dollars (see my other review for the full story) on re-design and re-engineering--all while navigating the bureaucratic world of the City of San Diego Development Services Department. At that point, I was pretty much ready to give up, but I was in too deep to turn back. After learning from these costly mistakes, I finally found Chris Riha, founder and CEO of Builders Now. He was the 10th contractor I interviewed after I was left with no contractor by the spring of 2025.Builders Now is a breath of fresh air. It is a small but growing business done the right way: built on trust, honesty, and integrity. The level of thoroughness in the bidding process was unlike any other contractor I had met; Chris asked us questions we had never considered and, most importantly, made sure there was a clear plan and a mutual understanding of expectations all clearly laid out and explained. He was always available for questions, not just only after he won our business. Chris has built a strong team, with Brad Hibbard, our Project Manager, taking the lead on handling scheduling, inspections, and subcontractors with precision and close attention to every detail. Simon and Galen bring decades of experience and fine craftsmanship to their work, which really shone through when we got down to the finishes.As with any major construction project, there were a few hiccups along the way, but that is to be expected. What makes a company not just good but great is when they remain accountable and take the time to make things right. Construction is a competitive field, but the businesses that last are the ones like Builders NOW. It's not fun being the guinea pig, but hopefully, this review can help others save a ton of time and heartache. 110% recommended!

We recently hired Bentov Builders for a complete backyard paver project, and we couldn't be happier…read morewith the results. From the initial design to the final installation, the entire process was professional, efficient, and well organized. The team helped us create a beautiful backyard design that completely transformed our outdoor space. They provided great ideas for the paver layout and made sure every detail was done correctly. The quality of the paver installation and the final workmanship exceeded our expectations. We were also very impressed with how quickly Bentov Builders completed the project without sacrificing quality. Communication throughout the entire project was excellent, and we always knew what to expect and what was happening next. One thing we especially appreciated was how respectful and professional the crew was with our neighbors. They communicated when necessary, kept the work area clean and organized, and made every effort to minimize disruption to the surrounding homes. If you are looking for a reliable contractor for backyard remodeling, paver installation, or outdoor living projects in San Diego, we highly recommend Bentov Builders. Great design, excellent communication, fast service, and high-quality work. Our backyard looks amazing, and we would definitely hire them again!

I met with Sagi regarding a front yard and deck project, and even though we decided not to move…read moreforward with construction at this time, I still wanted to leave a review because the experience was excellent. From the first meeting, Sagi was professional, knowledgeable, honest, and easy to talk to. He took the time to understand what I was looking for, answered all my questions patiently, and gave thoughtful recommendations without any pressure. You can tell he genuinely cares about helping people and building trust, not just closing deals. It's rare to meet contractors who make you feel comfortable and confident throughout the process, even before a project begins. I would absolutely consider working with him in the future and would recommend reaching out to him if you're looking for someone reliable and professional. - Ron Kincaid

We had Apex replace the tile roof, all the windows and paint the outside of the house. Big job and…read morehonestly we were not looking forward to dealing with all of it. The roof came first and they did find some bad wood once the old tile was off, which of course nobody wants to hear. But they showed us everything and it made sense. No weird surprise bill with no explanation. The windows came out really nice too. House is quieter now and the front looks much cleaner than before. Paint was the last part and we went back and forth on the color more than we probably should have. They were patient with us. There were a few messy days, thats just part of it, but overall they did a really good job and the house looks like a different place now. Glad we did everything at once.

Apex team built a 1050 sq ft ADU for me in Oceanside. Due to work I have to travel quite a bit and…read moremost of communication had to be done remote. Igor and his team delivered beyond my expectations. I was getting consistent updates throughout all the stages of the built, inspections and milestones. I never had to disrupt any of my work or personal plans, and I always knew what was happening. They also finished much faster than I was expecting. Build took less time than plans approval process. Definitely recommend Igor and his crew.

We can't recommend Luis and Urias Contracting Inc. enough. Luis is honestly one of the most…read morehardworking and trustworthy contractors we've ever met. We were hesitant about moving forward with the EBB seismic retrofit at first, but after meeting Luis, we felt much more comfortable with the process. He was professional, knowledgeable, straightforward, and very reasonable compared to the other contractors we spoke with. He completed all of the work carefully, cleanly, and the right way without cutting corners. What impressed us most, though, was how he handled the issues we had with the EBB reimbursement process. Once the work was completed, he could have easily taken his payment and moved on, but he didn't. He stayed involved, helped us through every step, and made sure everything was handled properly so that we ultimately received our reimbursement. That kind of honesty and follow-through is hard to find. Luis truly cares about his work and his customers. If you're considering an EBB retrofit or just working with Urias Contracting Inc., don't hesitate. A+++ experience and highly recommended!

Luis came out and inspected the house for one of my buyers and the service was amazing. They…read moreexplained everything very well and were communicative during the whole process. Definitely recommend. Their expertise is definitely appreciated.

We had a wonderful experience with Sorrento Remodeling. They remodeled our ADU, tore down a wall,…read moreinstalled new carpet, completed the interior paint, and renovated our pantry into a mini office. The transformation was incredible. What once felt like a small unit now looks and feels like a condo. Their initial work was excellent, but what impressed us even more was their follow-up. It has been first class. Throughout the entire process, their communication, support, and guidance were clear, consistent, and professional. We are truly grateful for the care they put into our home and the impact they made on our space. We look forward to working with Sorrento Remodeling again on future home projects.

We hired Sorrento Remodeling for our kitchen remodel and had a really good experience overall. The…read moreteam was easy to communicate with, showed up when they said they would, and kept everything organized throughout the project. They helped us make a few layout changes that actually made the kitchen feel much bigger and more functional. The quality of the work came out great, cabinets, lighting, and finishes all look clean and well done. Nothing felt rushed, and they were quick to address small details we pointed out. The space finally feels like the center of our home now. Would definitely recommend them.

Our build consisted of installing an L-shaped outdoor kitchen with a cement top, and pavers that…read morereplaced an old concrete walkway. The finished product looks phenomenal. Ofek and his team did an outstanding job and communicated effectively. Carlos and Carlos Jr's workmanship and attention to detail produced a high quality outdoor kitchen that my family and I will enjoy for years to come.

We had a vision for our backyard (modern, serene, minimal) and Evy and Ofek truly brought it to…read morelife. From beginning to end, you could tell they really cared about our project than others we quoted from, were talented with design, very easy to communicate with and gave us the most reasonable price out of all quotes we got. We got exactly what we wanted, the best quality for the best price. I also have to mention, they work really fast. Our yard had a lot of details in the design-pavers, retaining wall, about 70 plants, an extended driveway, spa deck, lighting, new stairs, turf) and it was amazing to see it come together so quickly. We are constantly getting compliments on our yard and could not be thankful enough for going with them would 10/10 recommend.

We purchased our home not even a year ago and I had a decision to make when it came to a home…read morerenovation to make it our own and I'm glad I chose to work with Bela Development. Throughout the process Eric was constantly in communication with me and flexible to my particular needs and changes to scope as the products progressed towards the finish line. Bela Development took our 100 year old San Diego mission revival home that was looking a little rough around the edges and cleaned it up, modernizing our kitchen, upgrading ancient electrical & plumbing, improving our HVAC design, & completing a whole home re-stucco. They even returned our 1980s fireplace back to a spanish-style fireplace with a upgraded twist. There was a bit of every trade involved in my scope and Eric knew who to call about it. I am not ashamed to say that I was a very particular client to work with and they did an excellent job getting our home across the finish line because Eric had the same attention to detail that I did. It was great working with Bela Development, and I'd recommend them to any of my family or friends.

We chose Bela after reviewing 3 GC's, it was a very easy decision , Ben was extremely transparent…read moreand with no any sales maneuvers , we wanted to know exactly how much things going to cost , he broke it down for pre construction (design + materials) and than the actual construction, with budget sheets and construction schedule, the guys were extremely friendly and clean which is very important for me. Looking forward for my next home improvement project