Frequently Asked Questions
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Every project is different, but most San Jose kitchen remodels start around $30,000 and bathrooms around $15,000, depending on size, materials, and scope. We give you a free, detailed estimate up front so there are no surprises.
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Keeping plumbing, gas, electrical, and walls in their existing locations is the single biggest way to control cost — moving them is what drives budgets up. We steer clients toward investing in the things that are hard to change later (waterproofing, cabinetry, flooring) and tiering the finishes that are easy to swap, so you get durability where it counts and flexibility where it doesn’t.
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It depends on scope, but a typical bathroom takes about 2–4 weeks, a kitchen 4–8 weeks, and a whole-home remodel a few months. We give you a realistic timeline up front and keep you updated the whole way.
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Yes. We coordinate design, pull permits, and manage every trade, so you have one experienced team and one point of contact from the first drawing to the final walkthrough.
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Just reach out for a free, no-pressure estimate. Call or text (408) 667-4946 or fill out our contact form, and we’ll get back to you within one business day.
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The more we know up front, the faster and more accurate your estimate. It helps to know which spaces are in scope (which bathrooms, the kitchen, any flooring), whether you want to keep the existing layout or move plumbing and walls, your target finish level (standard, premium, or luxury), and a rough budget range. Any plans, inspiration photos, or fixtures you’ve already chosen are a bonus — but don’t worry if you don’t have it all yet; we’ll help you fill in the gaps.
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Absolutely. Design and selections can happen early and remotely, and we can handle permitting before you arrive — so construction can begin right when you’re ready instead of months later. Starting early is a real advantage, especially if the home is vacant before move-in.
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Once we’ve talked through your scope and selections, we can usually turn around a preliminary proposal in about one to two weeks, and a detailed, fixed-price estimate within roughly two to four weeks after your selections are finalized.
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San Jose and the South Bay, including Willow Glen, Almaden, Campbell, Los Gatos, Sunnyvale, and the surrounding communities.
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Yes. We’re fully licensed (CSLB #1050108) and insured, and we pull all required permits and follow local building codes — so your project is done by the book.
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If your remodel involves electrical, plumbing, structural, or layout changes, a permit is required; purely cosmetic updates usually aren’t. We handle the entire San Jose permit process for you. Two California rules commonly apply: Title 24 (the energy code — efficient lighting and ventilation) and SB 407 (updating older water fixtures throughout the home to low-flow standards). We build both into your plan from the start so they’re never a surprise.
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In most cases, yes — San Jose has some of the most ADU-friendly rules in California. Whether a detached ADU, a garage conversion, or a junior ADU (JADU) fits best depends on your lot, budget, and goals. We design, permit, and build all three. See our ADU & Additions page to learn more.
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Look for a licensed and insured contractor (you can verify the license at the CSLB), real local references and reviews, a clear written scope, and a fixed-price contract rather than open-ended billing. Ask who you’ll actually work with day to day. With us, that’s the owners and one experienced team — start to finish.