Quality First Builders Inc.

Kitchen & Bath Remodelers

About Us

Quality First Builders is a construction company, renovator, and licensed residential general contractor offering home remodeling and renovations based out of Woodland Hills, CA. Being different from many construction companies we offer top notch quality work at reasonable prices. With the unique ideas and expertise of the contractor Eli, we can make all your remodeling wishes and dreams come true. We specialize in kitchen remodel, bathrooms remodel, room additions, new construction, and much more. We offer free in home estimates with interior design plans. Your satisfaction is our goal! We provide top quality work within a budget and are always on time. Eli and Donna started this company because of their passion to make peoples dream homes come true. Eli a general contractor, and Donna an interior designer, built this company to ensure that every client gets the best service and doesn’t have to worry about a thing. They have expanded their business and added only the best of the best to be on their team, to ensure that you are in the right hands! WE ARE HERE FOR YOU With nearly 20 years of experience between us, we streamline your project to bring the job in on time, within budget, and to your complete satisfaction. We know that everyone has diverse styles which is why we ensure that you are assisted with your project from the beginning to the end and offer you free in-house interior design when you choose us. IT’S ALL IN THE DETAILS We put ourselves in your shoes! We think of everything when it comes to your project to ensure that you will be happy with the results. For every project, we ask ourselves: “Knowing what I know, what would I do if I were spending my own money on this project?” “What is the most functional and efficient way to spend my money?” WE REACH OUT We work with homeowners, architects and designers to ensure that each project is a success! We believe that a collaborative approach built on trust and open communication, results in the greatest value outcome of all. FROM THE HEART Integrity is at the heart of the way we conduct business. Whether in the field or in the office, integrity is the first and foremost when working with clients, subcontractors, and the entire project team. We listen to you and aim for your satisfaction in everything we do.

Services Provided

3D Rendering, Bathroom Remodeling, Custom Bathroom Vanities, Custom Cabinets, Custom Kitchen Cabinets, Home Additions, Home Extensions, Home Remodeling, Kitchen Remodeling, Wood Floor Installation, Bathroom Design, Kitchen Design

Areas Served

Agoura, Agoura Hills, Bel Air, Brentwood Los Angeles, Calabasas, Canoga Park, Chatsworth, Encino, Granada Hills, Hidden Hills, Lake Balboa, Los Angeles, Malibu, Mission Hills, North Hills, Northridge, Oak Park, Pacific Palisades, Porter Ranch, Reseda, San Fernando, Santa Monica, Sherman Oaks, Simi Valley, Tarzana, Topanga, Van Nuys, West Hills, Winnetka, Woodland Hills

7 Projects

Westlake Contemporary complete remodel

Kitchen - mid-century modern kitchen idea in Los Angeles

Business Details

Business Name

Quality First Builders Inc.

Phone Number

(888) 368-1666

Website

quality-first-builders.com/

Address

Woodland hills, CA 91364

Typical Job Cost

$10,000 - 2 million

License Number

990316

Followers

36 Followers

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31 Reviews for Quality First Builders Inc.

Newest first

5.0|31 reviews

Work Quality

5.0

Communication

4.8

Value

4.7

Chris Pearson

We had a pipe break and flood our downstairs. Essentially half our house had to be gutted and redone. On top of all that my husband and I were expecting our first baby. As work began we discovered a tremendous number of things which were not up to code or were on the verge of even more disaster (our whole house needed to be re-plumbed because the original pipes from the 60’s were disintegrating) To say this was a stressful situation is a wild understatement. But Eli and everyone at Quality 1st are absolutely amazing and made this process SO MUCH EASIER. Every single member of their team are excellent at what they do and the communication was constant. We always knew what was going on, what we needed to take care of, and when the next steps were coming. When I say I am absolutely stunned at the speed and quality of their work I don’t know if it really conveys how much I mean that. We are so, so grateful to Eli and the team for pulling off what I consider a miracle. When we were first dealing with the damage we heard so many stories about people being out of their homes for over a year while things got repaired. We were back in our home, with our baby, after just three months because Eli wanted us and our newborn daughter back home ASAP. They aren’t inexpensive, however I believe that is because they are honest and upfront about the ACTUAL costs of projects and don’t spring charges on you later. Also, Donna does a wonderful job giving you options for the finishing and fixtures in a variety of price points and designs. Aside from being truly excellent at what they do, they are also exceptionally wonderful people. When we finally get around to replacing the rest of our drafty original windows, and for ANY home project we have after that, Quality 1st will be the team I call.

February 19, 2024

Nate Whitaker

I had the pleasure of working with GC Eli and his talented interior designer partner, Donna, on the construction of our 1200 sqft ADU, and I couldn't be more thrilled with the results. From the very beginning, Eli showcased an impressive level of knowledge and expertise in the field. He approached every aspect of the project with a solutions-oriented mindset and helped make the process really smooth from start to finish. Eli's reliability, trustworthiness, and professionalism were crucial for helping make the entire construction process go smoothly. We built during the pandemic, which created all kinds of issues outside of our control (supply chain issues, delays from the city, etc.) but he handled them all like a champ. He consistently exceeded our expectations with his attention to detail and commitment to quality work. Donna, Eli's interior designer partner, was an invaluable resource in helping us select the perfect finishes for our ADU. Her keen eye for design and ability to understand our vision ensured that our living space turned out even better than we had imagined. Together, Eli and Donna make an great team, and their dedication to our project was evident every step of the way. I also want to give a shout out to Carlos, who was a rockstar foreman. He was reliable on site and had impeccable attention to detail. We are absolutely thrilled with the end result, and I wholeheartedly endorse Eli and Donna for anyone looking to undertake a construction project. They delivered on their promised timeline and high level of quality, and we couldn't be happier with our beautiful finished project.

November 1, 2023

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In December of 2021, we had a house fire that did an extensive amount of damage to our home. After the house was ready to be rebuilt, we decided to interview multiple contractors. From recommendations from friends and family to reach outs to some well-reviewed people in our area, we had no shortage of people to go with. When we met with Eli and Donna, we immediately felt like they understood what they were dealing with. Both from a house and a personality standpoint. Both of us are extremely picky people but very strong in our convictions of what we wanted our remodel to look like. They handled both of us with ease, helping to explain certain unforeseen situations and extra costs that come with renovation a fire-damaged 90 year-old home. Not only does the house look great, but the speed of the construction from start to finish was almost unbelievable. When we first met with Eli he told us we’d be back in our home before the end of the year and I scoffed. Our insurance had told us that they estimated this being an almost two year long repair. They had the house ready in just about seven months. After our plans were approved, the rebuild went smoothly minus a few hiccups including extra damage and remediation that had been previously overlooked by our insurance. Their attention to detail and thoughtful design really helped us transform our home back to a place we wanted to be in after the trauma of our house fire. Donna was so helpful in walking us through our floorplan options and working with us on the design details to make our home feel like ours. She sourced vendors that had similar furnishings to what we were looking for and at price points we were comfortable with. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to anyone, even if you’re worried about being a little on the more high maintenance side like we are.

January 13, 2023

Scott Silverman

It has been a pleasure working with Eli and Quality First Builders. We converted our garage into an ADU and the process was better than we could have imagined. Eli was very professional, trustworthy and communicative from the beginning of the project through the end. It was evident that he has great crews and subcontractors that work for him. I've already referred Quality First Builders to a friend and will continue to do so. I would definitely recommend giving Eli and his team the opportunity to work on your project.

August 4, 2022

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We hired Quality First Builders to renovate our galley kitchen, install a beverage bar, install an extensive built-in media center with an electric fireplace and hidden bookcase door (very cool!), and install new flooring, trim, doors, lighting and paint throughout our home. Overall, we are very pleased with the process and the work that was done. They stuck to the timeline originally discussed and even finished work a week earlier than expected. Communication throughout the process was good and the crew they brought in was super professional and helpful. Eli and Donna always responded to my questions within a timely manner and were happy to explain things. Donna was very helpful during the design stage, and helped make the process of choosing finishes way less daunting, and fun! Unanticipated costs did of course come up over the course of the project, which is to be expected. Some costs, however, we felt should have been anticipated and discussed earlier, however they were mostly minor given the scope of the work being done. Though most of the execution was very smooth, there were some things we wished were planned for better. For instance we ended up with an extra door we didn’t need because the media center hadn’t been fully planned out earlier in the process. There are a lot of moving parts during renovation, and I encourage anyone, especially first time renovators, to ask a lot of questions throughout. As I said, Eli and Donna were both always happy to explain things further. Eli clearly laid out how the pay installments would work from the start, and was clear about what was included and excluded in the pricing. I did wish some costs were itemized further, as some of the pricing seemed more generalized, but overall we were happy with the convenient payment process. Despite some tiny bumps, we would absolutely recommend Quality First Builders! We have heard of nightmare scenarios from others about working with unreliable contractors and renovations going way over schedule. That was not the case with Quality First. Eli and Donna are great people and very pleasant to work with, they answered our questions, worked hard to deliver a quality product on time, and responded to last minute fixes in a timely manner. We’re very happy with the finished result!

July 29, 2022

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We found Eli and Donna from a friend who highly recommended them. We had them total remodel our master bathroom and it turned out great!!! All of the workers and craftsmen they used were top notch! Everyone was very nice and did a great job. Even about a month after the job is done, we are still admiring all of the great attention to detail they put in. We would definitely recommend them and will be calling them again when it comes time for our next project.

May 13, 2022

Rosemarie Whitaker

Quality First Builders Built us a new construction 2 story ADU with 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths & a full kitchen with an island. We filled in an existing pool we had, and redesigned the backyard to allow space for the ADU. We initially found Eli through BuildZoom, and also met with several other contractors. What we appreciated Eli's honesty--he provided a detailed quote with line items broken down. It was very clear what was included and what was not. Everything was done on time and he kept us in the loop of what was going on. We were told in advance what was needed and when it was needed by so it made the process much more smooth. Knowing what finishes we wanted and having a timeline made purchasing things easier. Eli and his workers were very professional and always left the job site clean and orderly at the end of every day. The result is beautiful, and the process was great! I would definitely work with them again in the future and refer them to future friends and colleagues.

March 13, 2022

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We suffered a major leak last year, causing an immediate need to remodel our kitchen. We interviewed six general contractors prior to making our selection, asking nearly every question we could think of to ensure we made the right choice. From the very first meeting, we knew Quality First Builders was the right fit for us. Whereas each of the other 5 candidates gave various (sometimes opposing) solutions for the soffit in our kitchen, Eli was the first to get his hands dirty to find out what was feasible and cost-effective. He was a straight-shooter, set proper expectations and followed through during the entirety of our project. His subcontractors were all top notch and worked hard to ensure we were happy with the final product. Our entire kitchen remodel took 5 weeks from start to finish (including Christmas and New Years). The teams were clean, courteous, and detailed. Donna was a great help on the design aspect of the project. She joined us on our shopping trips to find countertops, flooring, and backsplash and provided helpful recommendations for hardware and other finishing touches. Her eye for design was spot on and her connections in the trade made the entire process so much easier than had we tried to wade through on our own. We love our new kitchen and had a great experience with Quality First Builders. We highly recommend them to anyone looking for high quality home renovations and plan to use them again in the future for our next set of projects.

February 17, 2022

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Eli and Donna were great to work with! We converted our garage into a two-story ADU with an office. Their architect came up with a great modern design that fit our needs. Eli and his workers were very professional and always left the job site clean and orderly at the end of every day. Donna has a great eye for design and helped us to pick the materials and finishes for the project. The process took longer than expected because of issues with the DWP and building inspectors, but Eli took it all in stride and helped to make the process as smooth as possible. We love our new ADU and office and would definitely work with them again in the future!

April 27, 2021

Sheryl Schott

We recently finished a kitchen and pantry remodel with Eli and his crew. The work was completed exactly on time as Eli predicted in 5 weeks. His wife, an interior decorator, Donna's assistance with not only her superb taste in picking out all fixtures, tiles, flooring, countertops, handles and in finding the best deals with either appliance stores or in online stores was incredibly helpful. Eli's crew was totally professional in their work and quality. If anything was not exactly to our satisfaction, the changes, rarely needed, were quickly implemented. All subcontractors for the work, of which there were few, luckily, were equally of an excellent caliber. All workers left our home as clean as could be possible given the circumstances. All in all, we are so very happy with our results and our new kitchen. We have shown it to many friends and family who are equally impressed, not only by the quality of the work, craftsmanship and time involved.

March 15, 2020

Ken A

We had overall quite a positive experience with Eli and Donna doing an extensive remodel (starting with gutting): we redid the kitchen/dining room and a bathroom in a contemporary style, and created of a small laundry room, in our 60-year-old home. Quality First is far from the cheapest, so not for everyone, but the service level is high, and the quality seems to be as well. Anything that isn't quite right will be fixed. Donna has a great eye for design but she generally provides well-thought-out options and lets the customer specify, unless her preference is explicitly requested. Communication between designer and general contractor is good because they're a couple! Things were generally done right the first time, and on the rare occasions they weren't, it was fixed promptly. Eli has a forceful personality which one might have to resist occasionally, but always trustworthy and honest. We are very happy with our beautiful new kitchen, bath, and laundry!

March 11, 2020

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We are very happy with the design and renovation services! Their help making finish selections always perfect. They were on time and on budget (had a tight schedule). The 1920’s house was a tricky project. The floor replacement pieces matched wonderfully. They accommodated adds to the scope smoothly! I’m very happy we hired QB! Quality work and quality workers.

October 13, 2019

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How is Quality First Builders Inc. rated?

Quality First Builders Inc. is currently rated 5 overall out of 5

What services does Quality First Builders Inc. provide?

Quality First Builders Inc. provides the following services: 3D Rendering, Bathroom Remodeling, Custom Bathroom Vanities, Custom Cabinets, Custom Kitchen Cabinets, Home Additions, Home Extensions, Home Remodeling, Kitchen Remodeling, Wood Floor Installation, Bathroom Design, Kitchen Design

Where does Quality First Builders Inc. provide services?

Quality First Builders Inc. provides services in the following areas: Agoura, Agoura Hills, Bel Air, Brentwood Los Angeles, Calabasas, Canoga Park, Chatsworth, Encino, Granada Hills, Hidden Hills, Lake Balboa, Los Angeles, Malibu, Mission Hills, North Hills, Northridge, Oak Park, Pacific Palisades, Porter Ranch, Reseda, San Fernando, Santa Monica, Sherman Oaks, Simi Valley, Tarzana, Topanga, Van Nuys, West Hills, Winnetka, Woodland Hills

Quality First Builders Inc.