Diamond Certified Remodel & Addition Contractors Monterey & San Benito

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Know What You Want Before Hiring a Monterey County and San Benito County Remodeling Contractor
Establish Your Goals and Requirements for Your Home Addition or Remodel
What to Ask Monterey County and San Benito County Remodeling Contractors and Home Addition Specialists on the Phone
Questions to Ask San Benito and Monterey County Addition and Remodeling Contractors in Person
Find and Hire Good Remodeling Companies and Addition Contractors in Monterey County and San Benito County, Including the Major Cities of Salinas, Marina, Seaside, Monterey, King City, Soledad, Hollister, Pacific Grove, Greenfield and Gonzales
Get the Most Out of Your Remodel and Home Addition from Local Monterey County and San Benito County Contractors
Be a Good Remodeling Company Customer for Remodelers in Monterey and San Benito
Verify the Remodeling Work Against the Invoice
Bay Area Top Requested Services by Remodeling and Additions Customers
Rely on The Diamond Certified Performance Guarantee
Glossary of Terms for Remodeling and Additions Customers
Remodeling and Additions Contractor FAQ
Remodeling and Additions Contractor Consumer Agencies

Monterey & San Benito – Contractors - Remodel & Additions

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D. Cook Construction

1143 Echo Avenue, Suite E
Seaside, CA 93955

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(831) 288-8089

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Serving Monterey, San Benito and Santa Cruz Counties

Services include bedroom additions, master bathroom remodeling, kitchen remodels, bathroom renovation, commercial remodeling and home additions. Brands include Andersen, Velux and GE... License 397220 | DCID8318992532

Bayview Construction & Design, Inc.

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(831) 515-6881

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Serving the Monterey and San Benito Counties including Monterey, Seaside, Salinas, Hollister, Soledad, San Juan Bautista, King City and Marina.

Services include new construction, custom home designs, construction management, remodeling, home additions, fences, concrete and new decks. Brands include Trex, Grohe and Kohler... License 950626 | DCID8319170903

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Cities: Carmel-by-the-Sea, Del Rey Oaks, Gonzales, Greenfield, Hollister, King City, Marina, Monterey, Pacific Grove, Salinas, San Juan Bautista, Sand City, Seaside, Soledad

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Why Trust Diamond Certified Remodeling and Addition Contractors Rated Highest in Quality?

A remodeling contractor completes the framing on a new addition.

You are the customer. If your goal is to choose a remodeling and addition contractor that will deliver high customer satisfaction and quality, you’ll feel confident in choosing a Diamond Certified remodeler and addition builder. Each has been rated Highest in Quality in the most accurate ratings process anywhere. And you’re always backed by the Diamond Certified Performance Guarantee. Here’s why the Diamond Certified ratings and certification process will help you find a top-rated additions and remodeling contractor and is unparalleled in its accuracy, rigor and usefulness:

1) Accuracy: All research is performed by live telephone interviews that verify only real customers are surveyed, so you'll never be fooled by fake reviews.

2) Statistical Reliability: A large random sample of past customers is surveyed on an ongoing basis so the research results you see truly reflect a Diamond Certified company’s top-rated status.

3) Full Disclosure: By clicking the name of a company above you'll see the exact rating results in charts and read verbatim survey responses as well as researched articles on each qualified company.

4) Guaranteed: Your purchase is backed up with mediation and the Diamond Certified Performance Guarantee, so you can choose with confidence.

Click on the name of a Diamond Certified company above to read ratings results, researched articles and verbatim customer survey responses to help you make an informed decision.

More than 200,000 customers of local companies have been interviewed in live telephone calls, and only companies that score Highest in Quality in customer satisfaction–a 90+ on a 100 scale–as well as pass all of the credential-based ratings earn Diamond Certified. By requiring such a high score to qualify, the Diamond Certified program eliminates mediocre and poorly performing companies. Read detailed information about the ratings and certification process.

How to Choose

Know What You Want Before Hiring a Monterey County and San Benito County Remodeling Contractor

Whether you need more living space or you want to bring an outdated kitchen into the modern age, there is a local remodeling and addition contractor in Monterey County and San Benito County that can help.

Research is the key to finding the best remodeling contractors in Monterey County and San Benito County, including those in the major cities of Salinas, Seaside, Monterey, Marina and Soledad, as well as those in the smaller towns and South County.

First, have a clear idea of what type of project you're looking for. Do you want to add a room or build a second story? Do you want to remodel your kitchen and bathroom, or turn your attic or basement into living space? By having clear parameters of the size and scope of your project, you'll help contractors give you a reliable bid and add suggestions for the best use for your existing and new spaces.

Hire Experienced Home Remodeling and Addition Contractors in Monterey County and San Benito County
Most remodeling companies and home addition contractors in Monterey and San Benito counties have experience with a variety of home makeover and home addition services including the following:...

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Home additions
Bathroom remodeling
Kitchen remodeling
Second-story home additions
Room additions
Garage additions
Bedroom additions
Basement remodeling
Sunroom additions
Attic remodeling
Family room additions
Custom remodeling plans
Old house renovations

Experienced remodeling contractors are more likely to give accurate bids, create unique remodeling and addition plans, do a professional job and complete the project on time. So confirm that the Monterey County or San Benito County renovation contractor you're considering has successfully completed several of the type of home addition or remodeling project you are hiring them to perform. Ask to see photos or even visit recent projects they've finished that are similar to yours.

Research Remodeling and Addition Contractors in Monterey County and San Benito County
While it's best to choose a Diamond Certified home remodeling and additions company because they're rated Highest in Quality, that may not always be possible. If you're unable to choose a Diamond Certified remodeling contractor in your area, you can improve your chances of hiring a good home addition company by checking out candidates on the Contractors State License Board website to ensure active license and workers' compensation insurance. Violations will also appear on their license record, so you'll know about recent infractions or serious customer grievances that have been processed by the state.

Then take time to verify company credentials. Remodelers who are members of local remodeling and home addition organizations and national building associations may offer better service, and you'll be able to see their past records, including complaints and legal action.

You'll probably spend weeks and even months dealing with your addition and remodeling contractor, depending on the work you're having done. And as with any working relationship, it's important you work well together. So you'll want to consider the personal and professional qualities you value in a remodeling contractor. Promptness, good communication skills, honesty and cleanliness are important to many consumers, so decide what traits you want in the home addition and remodeling contractor you hire and don't settle for less.

Be aware, though, that with some remodeling companies in Monterey County and San Benito County, including in the larger cities of Soledad, Greenfield, Salinas, Seaside and Marina, the estimator you first deal with might not be part of the construction crew. That means there's a chance the relationship you've built with them and the agreements you've made might not carry through to the rest of the job. If you've been talking with a local remodeling contractor, you may want to confirm with them who will be your contact during the remodeling or addition project and how they can guarantee the promises made during the planning process will be kept by the building crew.

Further Research on Good Remodeling and Home Addition Contractors in Monterey County and San Benito County in These Larger Cities: Salinas, Seaside, Monterey, Soledad, Marina, Pacific Grove, Hollister, Greenfield, King City and Gonzales
Now that you've done some initial research and have a clearer idea of what it is you want in your new remodeling project or home addition and your contractor, talk with a few remodeling companies and home addition specialists in your area of Monterey County and San Benito County. That's easy if you live in one of the larger cities, including Salinas, King City, Seaside, Soledad or Marina. However, many addition and remodeling contractors are willing to travel to other parts of Monterey County and San Benito County, including the smaller towns of Aromas, Posts, Ridgemark, Jamesburg, Harlem, Gabilan Acres, Del Monte Forest, Sand City, Santa Rita and Tassajara Hot Springs.

When interviewing remodelers, remember that many good addition and remodeling companies will not provide estimates over the phone without seeing the job first. Still, don't feel obligated to set an appointment for an in-home estimate if you weren't impressed with your initial contact with the contractor. If the local home addition and remodeling companies you've talked with don't meet your expectations or can't answer your questions satisfactorily, feel free to end the conversation and move on to the next high-quality remodeling contractor on your list.

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Know What You Want

Establish Your Goals and Requirements for Your Home Addition or Remodel

Many homeowners find that it helps to know the scope of their project and their overarching goals before talking to a home addition and remodeling contractor in Monterey County and San Benito County. By knowing what you want to accomplish and the end goal for your project, you're more likely to be happy with the results of your home remodeling project. So before contacting a local remodeling firm, ask yourself:...

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Do I want a Diamond Certified company that is rated best in quality and backed by the Diamond Certified Performance Guarantee?
What is the problem or challenge I want this remodel or home addition to address? (This could include a growing family, in-laws moving in, updating an older home or turning an unused space into a new family room.)
Are there any specific requirements or wishes I have for the project?
What is my budget for home remodeling or home addition costs?
What characteristics and personal and professional qualities am I looking for in a Monterey County and San Benito County remodeling and addition contractor?

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What to Ask on the Phone

What to Ask Monterey County and San Benito County Remodeling Contractors and Home Addition Specialists on the Phone

A thorough phone interview with prospective home remodelers and home addition contractors in Monterey County and San Benito County will help you weed out any less-than-satisfactory contractors and give you a better idea of what local remodelers and addition builders can offer. Here are some questions to get you started:

Has your company earned and maintained a Diamond Certified rating?
Are you a licensed remodeling contractor?
What is your license number?
Do you have liability and workers' compensation insurance?...

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Has your company earned and maintained a Diamond Certified rating?
Are you a licensed remodeling contractor?
What is your license number?
Do you have liability and workers' compensation insurance?
Tell me about your experience with home remodels and home additions. How many projects like mine have you completed in the past year?
Do you charge for estimates? If so, will you put that payment toward the final project payment if I hire your company for my remodel or home addition?
Will my home remodeling/home addition project require a permit? If so, will you take care of that for me? (Beware of contractors who ask you to take out permits. This may be a sign they're not licensed contractors.)
Is your remodeling and home addition company a full-service or specialty firm? (Full-service remodeling and addition firms are generally the best choice for large projects and complex additions and remodels. Smaller jobs are often handled by specialty firms who focus in bathroom remodeling or other more specialized projects.)
Do you have your own remodeling crew, or do you subcontract home additions and remodels here in Monterey County and San Benito County?
Are you personally on site during the construction and remodeling process?
Do you have a designer on staff? Or can you recommend a designer for our home remodel/home addition?
What guarantees and warranties do you offer on home remodels and new additions?
How long have you been a remodeling contractor and addition builder in the Monterey and San Benito area?

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What to Ask in Person

Questions to Ask San Benito and Monterey County Addition and Remodeling Contractors in Person

Once you've narrowed down your choices by interviewing local remodelers via phone, meet with your top choices in person. You may find it beneficial to take notes on your conversations and recording each addition contractor's answers, suggestions and general attitude about the project....

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How much time will the remodel/home addition take, from designing through completion?
What is your approach to a project of this size? (This will help you know what to expect if you hire this company for your remodel or home addition.)
Will I be able to stay in my home during the remodel/home addition?
Will this home addition or remodel add value to my home?
Do you have any recent projects in my area of Monterey County and San Benito County where I can see how the house addition and home remodels look from the street?
Do you have recent customer references I can call?
Do you offer warranties and guarantees on your work? Will you put them in writing?
How would I handle future service issues? Are you responsible for warranty work if there's ever a problem with my home addition/remodeling project?
What can I do to make the remodeling and addition process easier?

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Review Your Options

Find and Hire Good Remodeling Companies and Addition Contractors in Monterey County and San Benito County, Including the Major Cities of Salinas, Marina, Seaside, Monterey, King City, Soledad, Hollister, Pacific Grove, Greenfield and Gonzales

Before signing a contract with a home renovation and remodeling contractor in Monterey County and San Benito County, make one final review of your choices and ask yourself the following questions:

Can the remodeling contractors and addition builders you've interviewed meet your needs in terms of scheduling, design and construction preferences?
Are the Monterey County and San Benito County home renovation companies and remodeling contractors knowledgeable about the scope and details of ...

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Before signing a contract with a home renovation and remodeling contractor in Monterey County and San Benito County, make one final review of your choices and ask yourself the following questions:

Can the remodeling contractors and addition builders you've interviewed meet your needs in terms of scheduling, design and construction preferences?
Are the Monterey County and San Benito County home renovation companies and remodeling contractors knowledgeable about the scope and details of the home remodel/home addition you're considering? Can they tell you which designs and products best suit your needs and why (i.e. whole home renovation, kitchen remodel, bathroom remodel, sunroom addition, basement renovation, attic remodeling, bedroom addition, etc.)?
Is the renovation and remodeling company sensitive to your budget? Can they offer various solutions and finish products that fit your resources? Most home addition contractors will give you bids for Good, Better and Best options that include choices of design and aesthetics, prices, brand names/manufacturers and services.
Do the remodeling and addition contractors in Monterey County and San Benito County offer warranties in the event of a product failure or construction/installation error? Will they put their guarantees in writing?

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How to Work With

Get the Most Out of Your Remodel and Home Addition from Local Monterey County and San Benito County Contractors

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Before interviewing and choosing a good home remodeling company in Monterey County and San Benito County, including those serving the larger cities of Salinas, Soledad, Seaside, Monterey and Marina, decide the type of project you're looking for and the scope of the work you want done. You should also know the budget range you're looking to stay within. This will help you express yourself to the contractors you talk to, and will give each remodeling contractor and home addition builder the chance to bid on the same project. And it will help you define boundaries so that you don't end up gettingand paying formore work than you want or need.

Knowing the scope of your home addition or renovation will give you a good idea of whether you want to stay in your home during the work or relocate while the construction is in process. Home renovations and additions can be loud, dusty and disruptive, but some are more intense than others. Consider the rooms you're having remodeled or the location of the home addition and ask the home remodeling and addition contractors you interview whether you'll be able to stay in your home during the work. You may want to consider moving to another location for the duration of the project if important rooms (like your kitchen and bathrooms) will be under construction, or if the contractor expects major interruptions in electricity or water.

Sign a Contract with a Good Monterey County and San Benito County Remodeling Company
Once you've found the Monterey County and San Benito County remodeling and addition contractor that is best suited to your job, you can move forward by obtaining a detailed estimate and signing a contract. The contract should include the price, start and end dates and any special requests you've agreed upon with your local home renovation contractor. You'll also want to confirm any warrantees or guarantees at this time and make sure they're in writing in the contract.

Read through the estimate and be sure you understand all terms and limitations before you sign the contract. The contract you sign with your Monterey County and San Benito County remodeling company is binding, so for your protection, never sign a blank or incomplete estimate.

Prepare for Your Home Remodel and New Home Addition
Good Monterey County and San Benito County remodeling contractors are professionals, but you can save time and money by planning for your home addition and renovation.

Provide adequate storage space if required. Some remodeling contractors in Monterey County and San Benito County have facilities or travel trailers in which to store remodeling materials and building equipment, but others expect homeowners to provide a clean, dry and accessible storage area for these materials. Ask your home renovation contractor if you'll need to have space for materials and, if so, how much space is needed.

Supply clearance and parking space for work trucks. Construction vehicles are often large and may need special parking consideration depending on the size of your driveway or available street parking. Ask your contractor how many work vehicles will need parking space, and whether trailers or other large vehicles will be on site daily. It may also be wise to walk through your property with your Monterey County and San Benito County remodeling contractor and have them advise you of any clearance issues, lawn ornaments or potential hazards that you can move or minimize before the work begins.

Prepare your home for construction dust. Remodeling and new addition construction is often a dusty job. Many contractors will provide taping and plastic barriers to prevent dust and construction debris from entering areas of your home that aren't being remodeled or renovated, but you may be able to save time and money by preparing your home yourself. Talk with your remodeling contractor about steps you can take before the remodeling begins.

Move and store unnecessary items. Remove furniture, decorations, rugs and other movable objects from the rooms to be remodeled. This will protect them from dust and damage, and will allow your remodeling contractors to move freely and avoid injury. You may also want to temporarily store any heirlooms or expensive items that are located in high traffic areas of your home. Keep in mind that construction can cause items to shift and fall from shelves and walls, and take down any artwork or decorations.

Keep children and pets away from the construction area. Your remodeling and home addition contractors shouldn't be expected to watch out for kids and pets. So for their safety, keep any household pets or children out of the area when your remodeling contractors are working. It's wise to keep everyone away from the construction area even when no remodelers are working as building tools, unfinished construction and exposed wires may pose a safety hazard.

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Be a Good Customer

Be a Good Remodeling Company Customer for Remodelers in Monterey and San Benito

The best local remodelers and home addition contractors in Monterey County and San Benito County will have superior remodeling and building skills that will enable them to do good work and offer a fair value. But you also play a part in the success of your remodel and home addition. Here are a few simple steps you can take to be a good customer when hiring a Monterey County and San Benito County remodeling contractor and home addition company.

Be clear and upfront with the remodeling and renovation specialist. Let them know what you want from your home renovation or room remodel, the long-term outcome you're expecting and specific ways they can meet your expectations.
Remember, a smile goes a long way!
Before you hire a Monterey County and San Benito County remodeler or home addition contractor, restate your expectations and goals, and reiterate to the remodeling company representative your understanding of the agreement. Most problems with local remodelers and home addition contractors occur because of a breakdown in communication. By being clear about your expectations and theirs, you can avoid most conflicts.
Ask your remodeler if you should call to check on the progress or if he will call you with updates on your home addition....

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Be clear and upfront with the remodeling and renovation specialist. Let them know what you want from your home renovation or room remodel, the long-term outcome you're expecting and specific ways they can meet your expectations.
Remember, a smile goes a long way!
Before you hire a Monterey County and San Benito County remodeler or home addition contractor, restate your expectations and goals, and reiterate to the remodeling company representative your understanding of the agreement. Most problems with local remodelers and home addition contractors occur because of a breakdown in communication. By being clear about your expectations and theirs, you can avoid most conflicts.
Ask your remodeler if you should call to check on the progress or if he will call you with updates on your home addition.
Be sure your service representative has a phone number where they can reach you at all times while they're remodeling your home. The addition process will move along more smoothly if your contractor can reach you for any necessary updates, questions or work authorizations.
When your remodeling contractor contacts you, return calls promptly to keep the home addition or remodel on schedule.
Pay your remodeling and addition contractor promptly.

Why would you want to be a good customer? Monterey County and San Benito County home addition and remodeling contractors in the larger cities of Salinas, Soledad, Seaside, Monterey and Marina, and all of the smaller towns appreciate customers who are straightforward, honest and easy to work with. Your good customer behavior sets the tone from your end and creates an environment conducive to a good relationship. Things may very well go smoother and any problems may be more easily resolved.

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Check the Work

Verify the Remodeling Work Against the Invoice

Once the work is completed, walk though your new home addition or remodel with your renovation contractor. Check the work against your invoice and make sure that it stands up to your expectations and is what was promised in your contract.

The invoice from your Monterey County and San Benito County remodeling contractor should include the following:...

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The name, physical address and state license number of the remodeling contractor.
A complete list of all work performed.
An itemized list of all construction materials.
The total cost for your home renovation or home addition, including an itemized amount due for labor.
A written explanation of any warrantees or guarantees provided by the product manufacturers and the home remodeling contractors.

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Top 10 Requests

Bay Area Top Requested Services by Remodeling and Additions Customers

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Kitchen Remodeling
Kitchen remodeling includes renovations of the design, style and structure of a kitchen. A kitchen remodel may comprise new kitchen design plans, kitchen counters, kitchen cabinets, new kitchen appliances, new flooring and new kitchen lighting.

Bathroom Remodeling
A minor bathroom remodel will change the appearance of an existing bathroom, while a larger-scale bath remodel can change the size and usage of an existing bathroom. Most bathroom renovations in Monterey County and San Benito County include new bathroom fixtures, paint, bathroom flooring, bathroom tile, bath cabinets, new showers and bathtubs, new bathroom mirrors and even new bathroom floor plans.

Home Addition Building
Home additions, including master bedroom additions, family room additions, garage additions, in-laws quarters, mud room additions, second-story additions, kitchen extensions, sunroom additions, dormer additions, front porch additions and bonus room additions, are a great way to add value and extra space to existing homes.

Sunroom Addition
Also known as four-season rooms, sunrooms generally cost less than regular home additions. They are a supplemental home addition (rather than a functional or necessary home addition, like that of a bathroom addition, kitchen or bedroom addition) that provide extra space for reading and entertaining. Many sunroom additions come in the form of a prefabricated kit and do not include central heating or cooling systems.

Home Remodeling
Home remodeling, done either as a single-room remodeling project or as an entire home renovation, includes changing the appearance and even the design of the home. Most home remodels in Monterey County and San Benito County include new home floor plans and home improvements such as new flooring, new windows, kitchen and bathroom remodeling, basement remodeling, attic renovations, new paint, new appliances and other home interior renovations.

Basement Remodeling
Basement renovations are a popular home remodeling project. Most basement renovations turn unused basement space into a finished basement with a family room, bedroom, basement bathroom, recreation room (rec room), or other usable space. Monterey County and San Benito County basement remodeling plans may include basement design, the installation of basement walls, new carpeting and flooring, a basement fireplace and a basement bar.

Home Renovations
Like home remodeling, home renovations can change the design, functionality and appearance of your home's interior. Home renovations, whether in the kitchen, bathroom, basement, bedrooms or living rooms, often start with home renovation plans from a qualified Monterey County and San Benito County remodeling contractor and include new house interior designs, new flooring and wall coverings, new countertops and cabinets, construction of new walls and home improvements like new fireplaces and new lighting.

Room Addition
Room addition to homes can be any size and may include bathroom additions, family room additions, modular home additions, sunroom additions and bedroom additions. Room additions are often a complex process. Since the new room addition plans should match your existing home and must correctly connect to the existing structure, it's wise to hire an experienced Monterey County and San Benito County home addition contractor to draw up your room addition plans and complete the new addition.

Garage Addition
Garage additions create more space for vehicles, storage and even future living space. Garage plans can be drawn to add on to existing garages and existing homes, or can be free-standing garages. If you have future plans of adding a bathroom or renovating your garage to create living space, you can have your Monterey County and San Benito County addition builder install plumbing and electrical in your new garage addition.

Custom Remodeling Plans
Home remodeling contractors in Monterey County and San Benito County can create custom remodeling plans based on your existing home and your requirements and wishes for your home remodel or addition.

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If Things Go Wrong

Rely on The Diamond Certified Performance Guarantee

Diamond Certified remodeling contractors are backed by the Diamond Certified Performance Guarantee. If the home addition company is Diamond Certified and you can't resolve the issue by talking with the owner, contact the mediation department at info@diamondcertified.org or call 800-738-1138.

How to End Conflict with Monterey and San Benito Home Addition and Remodeling Contractors
The best way to avoid messy misunderstandings and disagreements with your remodeling and addition contractor is to choose a trustworthy, experienced local addition contractor in Monterey County and San Benito County.

But if a disagreement does occur between you and your home remodeler, the most direct route to solving the problem is talking directly to your contractor. Most local builders are proud of their reputations and are invested in keeping their customers happy.

If your situation requires talking with your remodeler to find a resolution, remember these tips to increase your chances of getting a good result:...

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Meet in person with your contractor immediately when you have a complaint or a concern with the remodeling design, remodeling crew, materials or workmanship. Don't wait until the job is done to bring up your concerns.
Revisit your contract with your remodeling and addition contractor and try to verbally resolve the problem.
Write down your complaint and, if possible, photograph the workmanship or products you're concerned about. Also document the times you contacted your Monterey County and San Benito County remodeling contractor and their response.
Set a deadline with your contractor for resolution of your complaints. Be up front with them that you're willing to work toward a mutually-beneficial solution.
If you do not get an appropriate response from your contractor, you may want to consider calling a local building inspector or hiring a remodeling expert to neutrally evaluate the problem.
You may legally withhold payment until the dispute is resolved.
File serious grievances with the Contractors State License Board and contact your state attorney general if you are considering pressing charges against the remodeling contractor for serious violations.
Fire the contractor as a last resort. Releasing the remodeling company can result in lengthy project delays and costly lawsuits.

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Glossary of Terms

Glossary of Terms for Remodeling and Additions Customers

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Below are some common terms and descriptions associated with remodeling and home additions that will help you navigate your way through your home renovation process.

bathroom remodel
A bathroom remodel will change the size and appearance of an existing bathroom. Most bathroom remodels in Monterey County and San Benito County include new bathroom floor plans, updated bathroom fixtures, flooring, tile, bathroom cabinets and countertops, new bathtubs and shower enclosures.

Also known as: bathroom remodeling, bathroom remodels, bathroom redesigns, basement bathroom remodels, small bathroom remodel, master bathroom remodeling, basement bathroom remodeling, bath remodels

basement renovations
Basement renovations turn unused basement space into finished basements with a family room, extra bedrooms, basement bathroom, recreation room (rec room), game room, or other usable space. Monterey County and San Benito County basement remodeling contractors provide basement design, basement wall installation, new carpet and flooring, basement fireplaces and basement bars.

Also known as: basement remodels, basement remodeling, basement remodeling plans, basement bathroom remodeling, basement finishing, finishing a basement, basement designs, basement remodel design

bedroom addition
Adding a new bedroom to an existing home through the process of a room addition is known as a bedroom addition. Bedroom additions can be added on top of an existing home as a second-story addition, above a garage or alongside the existing structure.

Also known as: bedroom additions, master bedroom addition, master bedroom addition plans

bedroom remodeling
Remodeling an existing bedroom can include new bedroom floor plans, the addition of a master bathroom, new bedroom designs and bedroom redecorating.

Also known as: bedroom renovation, bedroom designs, bedroom renovations, master bedroom remodeling, master bedroom remodel design

change order
Work that is changed during construction and differs from the work contracted for. Change orders require an addendum to the renovation and addition contract and ay result in additional charges.

Also known as: construction change orders, remodeling change order, home renovation change order, change order request, contract change order, remodeling change request

custom remodeling plans
Custom remodeling plans are based on your existing home and your requirements for your new home remodel and home addition. Good Monterey County and San Benito County remodeling and addition contractors can provide customized home remodeling plans for every project.

Also known as: custom home remodeling plans, custom house plans, custom basement remodeling plans, custom home remodeling floor plans, custom kitchen remodeling plans, custom home addition plans, custom home renovations, custom home addition floor plans

estimate
An initial bid that lists the anticipated costs and expenses of a home remodel or home addition. An estimate should include itemized lists for labor and materials. Once signed by the remodeling contractor and homeowner, an estimate is a binding document.

Also known as: home remodeling estimate, home renovation estimates, home addition estimate, kitchen remodeling estimate, home remodeling cost estimate, bathroom remodel estimate

garage addition / garage remodel
Garage additions can add on to existing garages and homes, or can be free-standing. If you have future plans of adding a bathroom or turning your garage into living space, a Monterey County and San Benito County addition builder can install plumbing and additional electrical wiring in your new garage addition. Existing garages can be renovated into living space, additional rooms, mother-in-laws quarters, game rooms or storage space.

green remodeling
Many Monterey County and San Benito County home addition and renovation contractors offer green remodeling services. Green remodeling can be defined as home remodeling with an emphasis on sustainability, maximizing natural resources and efficient and ecologically-responsible design and construction techniques.

Also known as: eco-friendly remodeling, green home remodeling, green building, green remodels, green remodeling designs, green kitchen remodel, green bathroom remodel, sustainable remodeling

home additions
Home additions, including master bedroom additions, second-story additions, kitchen extensions, sunroom additions, family room additions, modular home additions, garage additions, in-laws quarters, mud room additions, dormer additions, front porch additions and bonus room additions, can add value and space to existing homes.

Also known as: room additions, second-story additions, adding-on, add-on home, addition to home, building an addition, addition building

home remodeler
A home remodeler is a remodeling contractor that specializes in renovating existing homes. Many home remodelers in Monterey County and San Benito County are also home addition builders who can add new rooms, second story additions and new garage additions to existing homes.

Also known as: house remodeling contractors, remodelers, home renovation contractors, remodeling construction company, home contractors, home addition contractors, remodel contractors, remodeling construction, remodelling contractor, home improvement contractor

home remodeling
Home remodeling can refer to a single-room remodeling project or an entire home renovation. A full house remodel includes changing the floor plan or design of the home to modify the appearance of the home. Most house remodels in Monterey County and San Benito County include new home floor plans and home improvement renovations such as new flooring and windows, kitchen and bathroom renovations, basement finishing, attic remodeling, fresh paint, new appliances and other home interior changes.

Also known as: home renovation, home makeover, renovations, house remodeling, home additions, remodel a home, home remodel, construction remodeling, home restoration, home remodeling services, room remodeling

kitchen remodel
Kitchen remodeling in Monterey County and San Benito County often involves renovating the design, style and structure of kitchens. A good kitchen remodel may comprise new kitchen design plans, kitchen counters, kitchen cabinets, new kitchen appliances, new flooring and new kitchen lighting. Some remodeling companies in Monterey County and San Benito County specialize in kitchen remodeling and only do kitchen designs and renovations.

Also known as: kitchen remodeling, kitchen designs, remodeling for kitchens, kitchen remodels, remodel kitchen, new kitchen plans, kitchen renovations, kitchen style renovations

room addition
Room additions may include bathroom additions, family room additions, modular home additions, sunroom additions or conservatory additions and bedroom additions. Room additions are often a complex process regardless of the size of the room addition. Since new room addition plans should match the existing home and must correctly connect to the existing structure, it's wise to hire experienced Monterey County and San Benito County home addition contractors to draw up room addition plans and complete new additions.

Also known as: home additions, new room additions, large room additions, small room additions, home addition plans, addition to house, adding on to a house

subcontractors
Subcontractors are construction professionals who are hired by construction companies to perform specific tasks or complete work for the contractor. Some Monterey County and San Benito County home renovation contractors hire subcontractors to complete certain phases of home additions and remodeling projects, including plumbing, heating and cooling, electrical and finish work. Sub-contractors should be qualified and carefully vetted by the remodeling contractors to ensure a quality home renovation or remodel.

Also known as: subs, independent contractors, assisting contractors, general contractor subs, construction workers, individual contractors, sub construction contractors, subcontracting employee

whole house remodel
Whole house remodels are remodeling projects that renovate an entire home rather than just one or a few rooms. Whole house remodels may involve gutting and rebuilding the interior of a home from the subflooring to the ceiling and might include moving, adding or removing walls. Whole house remodels can be a cost-effective way to completely renovate an old house to make it feel like a brand new home.

Also known as: whole house remodeling and addition, whole house remodeling project, entire house remodel, complete house remodel, complete home remodeling, complete home makeover, complete renovation, whole home redesign, top-to-bottom remodel, home renovations, whole home renovating, small home remodeling, small home expansion, large home remodeling

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Frequently Asked Questions

Remodeling and Additions Contractor FAQ

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Q: Why choose a Diamond Certified remodeling contractor and addition builder?
A: Diamond Certified helps you choose a remodeling contractor with confidence by offering a list of top-rated local companies who have passed the country's most in-depth rating process. Only home renovation companies rated Highest in Quality earn the prestigious Diamond Certified award. Most companies can't pass the ratings. American Ratings Corporation also monitors every Diamond Certified company with in-depth and ongoing research and ratings. And your purchase is backed by the Diamond Certified Performance Guarantee. So you'll feel confident choosing a Diamond Certified remodeling contractor and addition builder.

Q: Why would I want to remodel or add to my home?
A: Remodeling can modernize your home, improve energy efficiency, and give you a new sense of pride in your home. Many Monterey County and San Benito County homeowners find that home remodeling projects allow them to upgrade their current home so that they're happier living in their home and increase the resale value of their home. Like home renovations, home additions can add more usable space to a home. Whether you add a sunroom, a new garage or a bedroom addition, home additions add square footage and usability to your house.

Q: Should I hire a remodeling and addition contractor for my project? Can't I just do it myself?
A: DIY stores and home improvement centers may carry many of the tools and materials for your home remodeling and addition project, and some homeowners certainly can take on these projects themselves. However, many homeowners find it saves them time, money and frustration to hire a competent, experienced remodeling contractor for their home renovation. A good remodeling and addition contractor will help you plan, execute and finish the project with much less hassle than you can expect when taking on a project yourself.

Q: How much will my remodeling project/home addition cost?
A: The cost of home renovations depends on the size and scope of your project and the quality of materials used for the addition or remodeling. When getting estimates from local remodeling contractors and home addition builders in Monterey County and San Benito County, make sure you're asking the contractors to big on the exact same scope, size and materials in order to get accurate bids.

Q: How long do home remodels and additions take?
A: Depending on the size and scope of your project, your remodel may take a few weeks to a few months and room additions can take several months. Problems found during demolition, unforeseen challenges and the skill of your contractor can also add to the timeline. It's important to get a clear and reasonable timeframe estimate from your Monterey County and San Benito County remodeling contractor and home addition builder when getting initial cost estimates.

Q: How much value will my addition or renovation add to my home?
A: The amount of value added to your home depends greatly on the renovation you choose and the quality of the workmanship and materials. If you're planning to live in your home long-term, you may find that your room addition and home renovation will add more to your quality of living in your home, even if it doesn't add to the resale value of your home. On the other hand, if you're planning to sell your home soon, you may want to consult with contractors and real estate agents about which home additions and remodeling projects will add the most value to your home. For an idea of the added value of some of the most common remodeling projects, you can visit this site that compares cost and value of remodels.

Q: Do I need to hire an architect, or can my Monterey County and San Benito County remodeling contractor and addition builder draw my home renovation designs?
A: Depending on the size and scope of your project, there are pros and cons to hiring an architect to draw up home remodeling plans and hiring a remodeling contractor who offers design/build services for home renovations. Here are a few to consider:

A general rule of thumb that many builders follow is that if you're tearing down walls or moving walls, or if your project includes an addition and new construction, hire an architect.
Architects are trained to look beyond the outward design and consider the usability of a space, local building codes and zoning regulations, and can draw a complete set of home remodeling and home addition plans.
Some design/build remodeling contractors in Monterey County and San Benito County can offer lower costs and shorter construction timeframes by providing both home designs and building services.
Some Monterey County and San Benito County remodeling contractors prefer to do their own designs in-house and have the ability to draw home remodeling and addition plans in-house.

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Consumer Agencies

Remodeling and Additions Contractor Consumer Agencies

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Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) (http://www.abc.org/)
American Subcontractors Association (ASA) (http://www.assaonline.com/)
American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC) (http://www.ascconline.org/)
Better Business Bureau (BBB) (www.bbb.com)
California Building Industry Association (CBIA) (http://www.cbia.org/)
Contractors State License Board (CSLB) (http://www.cslb.ca.gov/)
California Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA) (www.dca.ca.gov)
Home Builders Association of Northern California (HBANC) (http://www.hbanc.org/)
National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) (http://www.nahb.org/)
National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) (http://www.nari.org/)
North Coast Builders Exchange (NCBE) (http://www.ncbeonline.com/)
National Systems Contractors Association (NSCA) (http://www.nsca.org/)
National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) (www.nkba.org/)

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Industry Information

Monterey County & San Benito County Remodeling & Addition Contractor Information
Types of Remodeling Contractor Services Available in Monterey County & San Benito County	Types of Addition Contractor Services Available in Monterey County & San Benito County	Cities Served	Zip Codes Served
commercial remodeling	second story home additions	Aromas Big Sur Bitterwater Blanco Bolsa Knolls Boronda Bradley Bryson Cottage Corners Dunneville Hollister Camphora Cannery Row Carmel Highlands Carmel Valley Village Carmel Valley Carmel-by-the-Sea Castroville Chualar Coburn Confederate Corners Cooper Del Monte Del Monte Forest Del Monte Heights Del Rey Oaks East Garrison Elkhorn Elsa Fort Romie Gabilan Acres Gonzales Gorda Greenfield Harlem Jamesburg Jolon King City Las Lomas Lockwood Lonoak Lucia Marina Metz Hudner Idria Llanada Logan Morse Millers Ranch Molus Monterey Moss Landing Nacimiento Nashua Natividad Neponset New Monterey Oak Hills Old Hilltown Pacific Grove Pacific Grove Acres Pajaro Parkfield Pebble Beach Penvir Plaskett Pleyto Paicines Panoche Pinnacles Ridgemark River Oaks San Benito San Juan Bautista Tres Pinos Posts Prunedale Robles Del Rio Salinas San Ardo San Lucas Sand City Santa Rita Seaside Soledad Spence Spreckels Spreckels Junction Sycamore Flat Tassajara Hot Springs Valleton Watsonville Junction Welby Wunpost	95023 95024 95043 95045 95045 95075 95004 93920 93426 93922 93923 93921 93924 95012 93925 93926 93927 93928 93930 93932 93933 93940 93942 93943 93944 95039 93950 93953 93901 93902 93905 93906 93907 93908 93912 93915 93450 93954 93955 93960 93962
attic remodeling	family room additions
living room remodeling	mobile home additions
kitchen remodeling	split level home additions
home remodeling	custom home additions
exterior home remodeling	room additions
custom home remodeling	ranch home additions
bathroom remodeling	home additions
split level home remodeling	kitchen additions
basement remodeling	small home additions
shower remodeling	garage additions
residential remodeling	modular home additions
master bathroom remodeling	porch additions
ranch home remodeling	bathroom additions
green home remodeling	sunroom additions
office remodeling	master bath additions
interior remodeling	prefabricated home additions