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Century Bay Builders Inc.
New & Custom Home Builders in Palo Alto
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsApril 23, 2020
“We hired Century Bay Builders to remodel 3 bathrooms and a laundry room. I was impressed with them right off the bat - the office called to confirm my appointment for an estimate and our awesome project manager Ariel arrived on time and was very professional, thorough, detail-oriented, and had a good sense of humor (very important when doing any remodel!). He was very responsive to emails and texts and always reassuring when issues came up. His crew (Carlos, Fredy, and Marcos) were courteous, meticulous, and did beautiful work. We were especially amazed at how quickly and cleanly the demo went and appreciative that they kept the dust to a minimum since we were living in the house during the remodel. Everyone always checked with me regularly to make sure I was happy with everything. The finished bathrooms are magazine-worthy and we couldn't be happier. When I'm ready to do my next project I'll be happy to work with Ariel and Century Bay Builders again.”
Green California Builders Inc.
New & Custom Home Builders in Palo Alto
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsFebruary 20, 2019
“I can't say many wonderful things about Green California Builders. I wanted to built a new home and had no idea where to start in regards to design and construction permits. I heard about these guys because of my friend. I met EZ (the main project manager) after scheduling the appointment. He guided us through the entire process with ideas, advises and material selection. I liked his vision and we agree on the budget. Few days later the project started. After few months, we now have a wonderful new house. I'm so grateful to choose these guys and I recommended them 100%!!!”
HomeTech Construction & Design
New & Custom Home Builders in Palo Alto
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsAugust 26, 2017
“My kitchen now looks beautiful and new again, I hired HomeTech to remodeled my kitchen counter tops and my faucet, they were very helpful and got the work done professionally and fast, they even replaced a piece of wood that the pipe with a leak got very wet and humid. The communication with them was very fast and convenient. I am a very curios person so I asked several questions and they were very open to answered them all. Very satisfied and happy with my new kitchen.”
California Construction Bay Area Inc.
New & Custom Home Builders in Palo Alto
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsJuly 16, 2018
“We planned a big project at first, and then the budget changed, so our plans had to change. California Construction was understanding, responsive, and stayed on schedule for the revised remodel. Excellent work!”
QA Builders
New & Custom Home Builders in Palo Alto
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsMarch 29, 2022
“Sal and his team did a fantastic job on our kitchen! Our kitchen need a full upgrade - new cabinets, floors, countertops, applicances, lighting, etc. QA Builders were always professional and kept the job moving along so that it could be finished in a timely manner. Sal was very responsive and a great communicator when we had questions. Also, the team always showed up on time and left our place clean before they left each day, which we really appreciated. We are thrilled with how beautiful it came out, and definitely would use them again.”
Top Home Builders Inc
New & Custom Home Builders in Palo Alto
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsMay 8, 2021
“Had a great experience with Ofer and his crew. Came as scheduled, completed the job in 5 months. Everything looks great - The work went without a hitch so it ended faster than I imagined it would be too. I have more jobs planned for next year and I will use them again and I highly recommend using them for your next construction work!”
Decor Builders
New & Custom Home Builders in Palo Alto
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsMay 5, 2020
“5 stars to Decor Builders! Thank you so much to Guy and Decor Builders for remodeling my bathroom, I was thinking to do my bathroom for a very long time but I was really nervous about the process and didn’t know any contractor I could trust. Guy made it all look very easy as he explained me every step and was very detailed and patience with me, He helped me choose all the materials and also help me with his contractor discounted prices. I love my new bathroom, if you looking to renovate your home Decor Builders is the right choice.”
Santa Cruz Green Builders
New & Custom Home Builders in Palo Alto
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsMay 22, 2013
“During the 13 month construction our neighbors would comment, "Your contractors are doing a good job on your house and we're impressed that they are respectful of the neighbors. I like it that they don't play loud music and clean up every day." We were happy to hear that. We are even happier with the results. As the first house in Santa Cruz County to be built (technically remodeled) to the Passive House standards, we enjoy a very comfortable temperature throughout the house AND use much less energy than similar houses in the neighborhood. The biggest challenge was the air tightness requirement for Passive House certification. This was tested with a blower door to verify that the house achieve 0.6ACH50 (131 CFM in our case) which is VERY tight. Achieving this level of airtightness in the house that was originally built in 1922, where we kept the original foundation and framing, has not been done before. Santa Cruz Green Builders also installed the first Heat Recovery Ventilator in this area. The professional who came to commission the HRV commented that our installation was one of the better ones he's observed. So, the point of this paragraph is Santa Cruz Green Builders is not afraid to take on new challenges and achieve amazing results. When you hear the words "green building" it may bring the image of a certain contemporary aesthetic to mind. But our house has the curve appeal of a nice old house -- a 1922 bungalow that has the arts and crafts styling with details in the window trims and flared skirt look on the siding. On the interior we are very happy that Santa Cruz Green Builders talked us into keeping the original floors and refinishing them. The tight grains of old fir is appealing and the polished distressed wood brings out the period style. They carefully deconstructed the house so that original base boards, doors, etc. were re-used. We also selected finishes that reflects the old arts and crafts style. When people come to our house they can't tell what's original and what's new. We like that. True to their name, Santa Cruz Green Builders walk their talk. I can continue with other elements like structured plumbing, gray water, insulation, recycling, etc. If you're curious about that please visit my blog http://http://midorihaus.blogspot.com/”
Paul Melish Builder
New & Custom Home Builders in Palo Alto
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsMarch 31, 2014
“I have worked with Paul on many projects over the past four years and have never had a bad experience. Paul is highly knowledgeable about all aspects of construction, but has specialized knowledge relating to the design and construction of modular structures. I first worked with Paul on Michelle Kaufmann modular homes and was struck by the depth of preparation that Paul undertook to ensure that projects flowed as smoothly as possible. He is the only builder that I have ever met who is genuinely loved by his clients. If I was in the market for a new home, Paul Melish is the only builder that I would call.”
REI Homes and ADU Inc.
New & Custom Home Builders in Palo Alto
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsNovember 3, 2023
“REI Homes handled everything from design to permits, to final inspection, we love it! Gary’s team shows up early and works late, even on weekends, he gets the job done!”
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  1. Reach out to the pro(s) you want, then share your vision to get the ball rolling.
  2. Request and compare quotes, then hire the Home Builder that perfectly fits your project and budget limits.

Before choosing a Builder for your residential home project in Palo Alto, there are a few important steps to take:

  • Define your project: Outline your desired home type, features, and layout. Provide specific details and preferences to help the builder understand your vision.
  • Establish a budget: Develop a comprehensive budget, including construction expenses and material costs. Communicate your budgetary constraints to the builder from the beginning.
  • Gather additional information, important for the project in Palo Alto:
    • Timeline: Share your estimated timeline or desired completion date.
    • Site conditions: Inform the builder about any unique site conditions or challenges.
    • Local regulations: Make the builder aware of any building regulations or permits required.

By including these details, the builder can determine if they have the capacity and expertise to meet your n

The most popular Home Builder Services in Palo Alto are:
  • Custom Homes
  • Energy-Efficient Homes
  • Floor Plans
  • Green Building
  • House Framing
  • House Plans
  • Land Surveying
  • New Home Construction
  • Site Planning
There are 1,605 Home Builders, registered on Houzz in Palo Alto.
After planning and permitting work, the actual building of the home in Palo Alto can take anywhere between 6 months and 2 years, depending on size, type of construction, materials, weather conditions, and many other factors. Building a fully customized home generally requires a longer timeframe than a semi-custom or prefab home. If you are short on time, take a look at Prefab Homes or Modular Homes companies in Palo Alto.
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What’s the most important step in building a new house from the ground up? Many people would say it’s choosing the right Palo Alto home builder. Constructing a new custom house is a huge and multifaceted undertaking, so it’s important to find custom house builders in Palo Alto, CA you can trust to bring your vision to life, as well as keep the process under control from start to finish. Although a construction job is never without surprises and challenges, Palo Alto, CA home building services who are a good fit for your specific project will make these far easier to handle.

What do new home building contractors do?


For Palo Alto residential home builders who also act as developers, the job starts well before the first nail is driven. They perform local market research to determine whether the prospective homesites make sense in the Palo Alto, CA market, as well as survey the land on which the custom house will be built to make sure it is suitable for construction. Custom house building companies also obtain the necessary permits.

Good new home builders in Palo Alto, CA have skills that go far beyond construction — he or she must supervise subcontractors and artisans; keep tabs on local zoning regulations, building codes and other legalities; inspect work for problems along the way; and perform dozens of other roles that are essential in construction a quality custom-built home. They also, you guessed it, do the actual construction. From breaking ground to the finishing touches, house building contractors will be involved every step of the way.

House builders are responsible for ensuring that the project sticks as closely as possible to the specified timetable, particularly in the event of change orders. Custom local home builders in Palo Alto, CA also need interpersonal skills to deal with clients of all types, soothe frazzled nerves, negotiate conflicts and resolve problems. It can be daunting to choose from the many home building companies out there, so here are a few things to help you ensure you're finding the right one:

Good local home builders in Palo Alto, CA have skills that go far beyond construction — he or she must supervise subcontractors and artisans; keep tabs on local zoning regulations, building codes and other legalities; inspect work for problems along the way; and perform dozens of other roles that are essential in construction a quality custom built home. They also, you guessed it, do the actual construction. From breaking ground to the finishing touches, house building contractors will be involved every step of the way.

Questions to ask a prospective custom home builder in Palo Alto, CA:


  • How long have you been a licensed house construction company?
  • How many projects like mine have you completed?
  • Who will be working on the project?
  • Are the workers employees or subcontractors of your home building company?
  • Can you provide me with references?
  • May I see a current jobsite?
  • Can you give me the addresses of some custom homes you have built?
  • Are you and your employees licensed and insured?
  • What license(s) do you have?
  • What other training and affiliations do you have?
  • How do you charge, and what does that include?
  • Can you give me a written estimate?
  • What do your services include?
  • How will I be charged for parts and materials?
  • When can your job get done?
  • What is your policy for change orders?
  • What happens when the cost exceeds the budget? What about changes to materials or labor pricing?
  • What will I need to provide?
  • Are there any important considerations or concerns you foresee with this project?

Find custom home builders in Palo Alto, CA on Houzz. Narrow your search in the Professionals section of the website to Palo Alto, CA home construction companies. You can also look through Palo Alto, CA photos to find a house you like, then contact the residential construction company who worked on it.

The cost to build a house can vary significantly based on various factors, including location, size, and design. For specific cost estimates and insights check out our Coust Guide about cost to build a house.

If you search for Home Builders near me you'll be sure to find a business that knows about modern design concepts and innovative technologies to meet the evolving needs of homeowners. With their expertise, Home Builders ensure that renovation projects align with clients' preferences and aspirations, delivering personalized and contemporary living spaces.