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Empire Builders

Top Spot in Ventura Today 5.00 (21 reviews)(805) 242-5553

Empire Builders

Empire Builders is a general contractor with a branch in Ventura. It handles residential and commercial renovations, remodels and new builds.

Business Highlights
  • Empire Builders describes itself as family-owned and operated.
  • Empire Builders says it is licensed, insured and bonded.
  • Empire Builders lists California contractor license 1066918.

Service Area

Sacramento, Citrus Heights, Folsom, Elk Grove, Wilton, El Dorado Hills, Roseville, Fair Oaks, Orangevale, Rancho Cordova, Carmichael, Rocklin, Granite Bay, Antelope and Lincoln; Ventura County for select kitchen remodeling.

Featured Local Business

Empire Builders is one of 11 renovation contractors ProsGrade lists in Ventura, California.

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Listing details

8 services listed, including Home remodeling, Kitchen remodeling and Bathroom remodeling. Open Monday to Saturday. Rated 5.0 from 21 reviews.

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How This Business Compares

How Empire Builders compares with the other 10 renovation contractors on ProsGrade in Ventura, using public Google ratings and review counts.

  • Ranks in the top half of the 11 Ventura renovation contractors on ProsGrade by Google rating and review volume.
  • Rated 5.0 on Google, at or above the 4.9 average of other Ventura renovation contractors on ProsGrade.
  • One of 7 Ventura renovation contractors on ProsGrade rated 4.7 or higher from at least 10 reviews.

Services Covered

8 services
  • Home remodelingwhole-home and partial renovations, floor-plan updates and design-build remodeling
  • Kitchen remodelingcabinetry, islands, countertops, tile, lighting and appliance integration
  • Bathroom remodelingcustom showers, tub-to-shower conversions and walk-in tubs
  • Home additionsroom and second-story additions
  • Accessory dwelling units (ADUs)detached and attached units, plus garage conversions
  • Commercial remodelingtenant improvements, office renovations and interior build-outs
  • Outdoor living constructiondecks, patios, outdoor kitchens and pergolas
  • Home repairsgeneral home repairs

Reviews

What customers say

Customers appreciate clear updates and clean worksites. One customer describes a 400-square-foot kitchen and office addition and remodel, and says James guided the project from start to finish. Another says the work was completed as agreed and within the committed time.

Customer Reviews

Michael Laubacher

We are extremely pleased with the results of our 400-square-foot kitchen and office addition and remodel completed by Empire Builders, and we would highly recommend them for future projects. We have an older home, and after such a positive experience, we’re already thinking about the next projects we’d like Empire Builders to take on for us. This was the first project of this scope for my wife and me, and we were very fortunate to have James guide us from start to finish. We chose Empire Builders, and James specifically, because of the immediate trust he earned. He truly listened to what we wanted rather than trying to sell us on a different design or vision. Throughout the process, he consistently reaffirmed that he was working for and with us, not against us. James was always forthright and honest with updates, even when the news wasn’t exactly what we were hoping for. That level of transparency is something we came to appreciate more and more as the project progressed. Once construction began, we were consistently impressed by James’s in-house team as well as the subcontractors he brought in. Everyone was professional, clean, friendly, and willing to take the time to educate us so we could make informed, thoughtful decisions along the way. The entire team was outstanding—Vince, Marcus, Aaron, and Dominic could not have been better. At no point during the project did we ever feel taken advantage of, which speaks volumes about the integrity of Empire Builders.
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Meg Bowman

We absolutely loved our experience with Empire Builders. I am a detail oriented perfectionist, and so it takes a lot for me to be happy with contractors in general. We have a 110 year old house, so I'm very particular about who works on it in any restoration projects. I was very impressed with all three of the people I worked with at Empire, and definitely plan to hire them back for many projects in the future!
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Jerry Feingold

We built the house we are now living in five years ago. And since the house was completed we have hired many contractors. Of all the contractors who built the house and all those who worked on additional projects, Empire who just completed a complicated project for us was the BEST contractor who worked on our house. Empire was always here at the committed time and did exactly what was agreed to and always completed in the committed time. In addition to their dependability they are incredibly tidy. Their materials were well organized during construction and neatly put away at the end of every work day. The next time we have a construction project, Empire is the only firm I would consider. Jerry Feingold
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Vanessa Luna

We are impressed with their excellent quality of work, they are highly professional. If you are looking to upgrade or remodel your place, hire James and his crew. They are experienced, trustworthy and maintain the highest standards. James kept us updated and maintained an open line of communication through the whole process. They left the space clean and tidy after each work day. They did a fantastic job and are all very nice guys. We are so pleased with our bathroom remodel and hope to work with James and Empire Builders on future projects. We highly recommend Empire Builders!
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Jerry Carpenter

James & Gabe did an amazing job on our home! We did an extensive remodel, from adding square footage to building an amazing outdoor patio/kitchen and a complete facelift to our exterior and roof. We made the right choice with Empire! Our project to a little over a year to complete and we have no regrets! These guys were simply amazing. If you are looking to hire them and have questions, please feel free to reach out to me directly.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Empire Builders provide free estimates?

It offers complimentary estimates, with estimate details provided during a risk-free consultation. Larger or more complex projects may require a paid preconstruction or design agreement.

How does Empire Builders prepare a project proposal?

It bases an estimate on the rough scope from a preliminary job walk, then schedules an in-person proposal discussion. Fixture costs that are not detailed enough for a firm quote at the job walk can appear as allowances.

Does Empire Builders handle permits?

It takes responsibility for acquiring required permits and approvals and submits applications directly to municipalities and agencies.

How long can an ADU project take?

Most ADU projects can take 4 to 12 months from initial design to final completion. Timing varies with the unit type, design complexity, local permitting and site preparation.