- Licensed & Insured
- Encino, CA
- Founded 2016
Home Builderin Encino,Built to Precision
Excel Home Builders delivers design-forward home building and remodeling in Encino and throughout the San Fernando Valley — from kitchen and bathroom renovations to full home remodels, ADUs, and new construction. We manage design and construction under one roof, so you have one team accountable from the first conversation to the final walkthrough. No guesswork. No surprises.
- 5 Star
- Reviewed
- Licensed
- & Insured
- Encino
- & Beyond
Full Home Remodel — Northridge, CA
01 — About
Encino'sDesign-ForwardHome Builder
Excel Home Builders is a licensed, locally-owned home building and remodeling company serving Encino from our headquarters in Northridge. Founded by Brandon Castaneda in 2016, we’ve spent nearly a decade transforming homes across the San Fernando Valley — Encino, Tarzana, Sherman Oaks, and beyond.
What sets us apart is simple: we manage design and construction together. Most contractors hand you a plan and build it blindly. Most designers create drawings without considering what's buildable. We integrate both from day one — fewer surprises, better results, and a calmer process from your first call to your final walkthrough.
Licensed General Contractor — CSLB #1131444
General Liability Insured & Bonded
Founded 2016 — Nearly a Decade of Builds
Permit Management Included
Design + Build Under One Roof
02 — Services
Our Services
From single-room renovations to ground-up construction, we handle every phase of residential building in Encino and the greater San Fernando Valley.
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Home Builder
We bring the same precision and design thinking to custom home builds in Encino as we do to every remodel. One team. One timeline. One point of contact from concept to completion.
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Home Remodel
Whether you're updating a single room or transforming an entire floor plan, our team manages design and construction together — delivering results in Encino that match what you approved.
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Bathroom Remodel
A well-planned bathroom remodel changes how you start and end every day. We handle layout, materials, plumbing coordination, and installation — delivering refined results in 3 to 4 weeks for most Encino projects.
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Kitchen Remodel
Your kitchen is the center of your home. We redesign and rebuild it to match how you actually cook and live — with premium finishes, smart layouts, and clean execution for Encino homeowners.
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New Construction
Building from the ground up in Encino requires a team that manages every phase without losing the design vision. Excel Home Builders coordinates design, permitting, and construction as one accountable partner.
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ADU Builder
An ADU adds income potential, family space, or long-term property value. We handle design, permitting, and construction of ADUs throughout Encino with full knowledge of local codes and requirements.
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Concrete & Paving
From driveways and walkways to retaining walls and outdoor patios, our concrete and paving work in Encino is built for durability and designed to complement your property.
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03 — Portfolio
Our Work
Recent remodels, builds, and additions across the San Fernando Valley and Los Angeles.
04 — Why Choose Us
Why Encino HomeownersChoose Excel Home Builders
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Licensed General Contractor
Excel Home Builders holds a California General Contractor license — every project meets state standards for safety, code compliance, and professional accountability.
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Fully Insured and Bonded
We carry comprehensive general liability insurance and contractor bonds. Your home and investment are protected throughout construction.
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Design + Build Under One Roof
One team manages both design and construction — eliminating the communication failures that derail most remodels. One partner. One timeline. One accountable result.
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Transparent Communication
Clear timelines, written proposals, and honest updates at every stage. No vague answers, no changes you didn't agree to.
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South Valley Local Expertise
Headquartered in Northridge, we’ve spent nearly a decade building across the southern San Fernando Valley — we know the neighborhoods, the building departments, and how to get Encino projects permitted and completed without delays.
05 — Process
How It Works
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Free Consultation
Tell us about your Encino home and your vision. We'll ask the right questions to understand what you need and how you live in your space.
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On-Site Estimate
We come to you. After walking the space, we provide a detailed written proposal covering scope, materials, timeline, and transparent pricing. No hidden fees.
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Design & Planning
We finalize the design, select materials, and pull permits. You're involved in every decision, and you'll know exactly what happens and when.
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Build & Handoff
Our team executes construction with precision — daily site management, quality checks, and consistent communication throughout. Final walkthrough before we close.
06 — Get Started
Ready to Start YourEncino Project?
Reach out today and we'll schedule a free on-site consultation — walk your space, discuss your vision, and give you a detailed written estimate with no pressure and no obligation.
- Free on-site estimates — no obligation
- Licensed and insured — documentation available on request
- Design and construction managed under one roof
- Serving Encino and the San Fernando Valley
07 — FAQ
Common Questions
How long does a typical Encino remodel take?
Timeline depends on scope. Bathroom remodels typically run 3 to 4 weeks. Kitchen remodels: 4 to 6 weeks. Full home remodels: 8 to 16 weeks depending on size and complexity. We provide a detailed timeline during your consultation and keep you updated throughout.
Do you handle permits and inspections?
Yes, entirely. We manage all permit applications, coordinate required inspections, and ensure your project meets City of Los Angeles building codes — the same permitting process that covers Encino. We have working relationships with local building departments.
What areas do you serve?
We’re headquartered in Northridge, a short drive from Encino, and serve the surrounding San Fernando Valley — including Tarzana, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Woodland Hills, and Van Nuys.
How do estimates work?
We start with a free, no-obligation consultation. After visiting your home, we provide a detailed written proposal covering scope, materials, timeline, and pricing. No hidden fees.
What makes Excel Home Builders different from other Encino contractors?
We manage design and construction together. One team accountable for the entire project — not a designer blaming the contractor or a contractor blaming the designer. Every project starts with thoughtful design and ends with precise execution.
Do I need a budget in mind before calling?
Not necessarily. We find it more productive to understand your vision first, then talk through what's realistic. We'll give you honest pricing and work with you to close any gap.
08 — Encino
Your Home Builderin Encino
Encino homeowners looking for a home builder in Encino want a team that shows up daily and delivers to a high standard — that’s been Excel Home Builders’ work since 2016. Our Northridge headquarters is a short drive away, and the South Valley is core territory for our crews.
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Our Experience in Encino
Encino’s established neighborhoods carry some of the Valley’s most ambitious remodels — ranch estates, hillside homes, and long-held family houses ready for a full rethink. We’ve spent nearly a decade running kitchens, bathrooms, ADUs, and complete remodels through City of Los Angeles permitting, and we build to the standard these streets expect.
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Why We Work in Encino
Because Encino projects deserve daily attention, not a crew that visits twice a week. Working a short drive from our own office means responsive teams and consistent site management. Encino falls under the same City of Los Angeles building department we work with every week, so permits and inspections keep moving.
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Dedicated to Encino
As a licensed general contractor (CSLB #1131444) headquartered in the Valley, we treat Encino homeowners as neighbors — because they are. Free on-site estimates, one accountable design-build team, and a finished product built to the same precision standard as the projects in our portfolio.
Full Home Remodel — Los Angeles, CA
09 — Service Area
Serving Encinoand Surrounding Areas
We work with homeowners throughout Encino and the greater San Fernando Valley, with deep familiarity in the permits, codes, and architectural character of each neighborhood. Not in the list? Give us a call.
Encino
Trusted by homeowners in Encino, Tarzana, Sherman Oaks, and across the San Fernando Valley — get your free estimate today.