- Licensed & Insured
- Van Nuys, CA
- Founded 2016
Home Builderin Van Nuys,Built to Precision
Excel Home Builders delivers design-forward home building and remodeling in Van Nuys 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
- Van Nuys
- & Beyond
Full Home Remodel — Northridge, CA
01 — About
Van Nuys'sDesign-ForwardHome Builder
Excel Home Builders is a licensed, locally-owned home building and remodeling company serving Van Nuys from our headquarters in Northridge. Founded by Brandon Castaneda in 2016, we’ve spent nearly a decade transforming homes across the San Fernando Valley — Van Nuys, Sherman Oaks, Reseda, 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 Van Nuys 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 Van Nuys 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 Van Nuys 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 Van Nuys 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 Van Nuys homeowners.
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New Construction
Building from the ground up in Van Nuys 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 Van Nuys 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 Van Nuys 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 Van Nuys 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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Central Valley Local Expertise
Headquartered in Northridge, we’ve spent nearly a decade building across the central San Fernando Valley — we know the neighborhoods, the building departments, and how to get Van Nuys projects permitted and completed without delays.
05 — Process
How It Works
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Free Consultation
Tell us about your Van Nuys 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 YourVan Nuys 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 Van Nuys and the San Fernando Valley
07 — FAQ
Common Questions
How long does a typical Van Nuys 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 Van Nuys. We have working relationships with local building departments.
What areas do you serve?
We’re headquartered in Northridge, a short drive from Van Nuys, and serve the surrounding San Fernando Valley — including Sherman Oaks, Reseda, Studio City, Encino, and Granada Hills.
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 Van Nuys 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 — Van Nuys
Your Home Builderin Van Nuys
If you’re looking for a home builder in Van Nuys, Excel Home Builders is just up the road — our Northridge headquarters is a short drive from anywhere in Van Nuys, and the central Valley is standing territory for our crews: same teams, same daily oversight, same standards we hold on our own street.
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Our Experience in Van Nuys
Van Nuys carries some of the Valley’s classic postwar housing — tract homes and ranch houses from the boom decades that reward smart remodeling today. Since 2016 we’ve been opening up these floor plans, rebuilding kitchens and bathrooms, adding ADUs, and taking full remodels through City of Los Angeles permitting properly.
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Why We Work in Van Nuys
Because it’s core service territory, minutes from our office — and it’s where the Valley’s own LADBS branch office sits, the same building department counter we work with week in and week out. That familiarity keeps Van Nuys permits and inspections moving without the delays that stall out-of-area contractors.
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Dedicated to Van Nuys
As a licensed general contractor (CSLB #1131444) headquartered in the Valley, we treat Van Nuys 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 Van Nuysand Surrounding Areas
We work with homeowners throughout Van Nuys 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.
Van Nuys
Trusted by homeowners in Van Nuys, Sherman Oaks, Reseda, and across the San Fernando Valley — get your free estimate today.