What areas does 1 Smart Build serve in Los Angeles?

We serve Los Angeles County and the San Fernando Valley, including Woodland Hills, Sherman Oaks, Calabasas, Studio City, Encino, Tarzana, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Manhattan Beach, Burbank, Glendale, Pasadena, Northridge and Thousand Oaks.

Does 1 Smart Build handle ADUs and SB9 lot splits?

Yes. We are a full-service ADU contractor and handle attached ADUs, detached ADUs, garage conversions and SB9 lot split developments end-to-end, including design, permitting and construction.

Are you licensed and insured?

Yes. 1 Smart Build Inc. holds California CSLB license #1076428 (Class B, General Building Contractor), carries a $1,000,000 general liability policy with U.S. Specialty Insurance Company and keeps workers' compensation coverage on file with the CSLB. We manage permits, engineering and inspections for every project.

How long does a typical kitchen or bathroom remodel take?

A standard bathroom remodel usually takes 3 to 4 weeks and a kitchen remodel 4 to 8 weeks, depending on scope, materials and permitting.

Do you offer free consultations and estimates?

Yes. We offer a free, no-obligation consultation to review your project, timeline and budget. Call 1 (866) 419-8840 or submit a request on our website.

Who is the best general contractor for remodeling in Los Angeles?

1 Smart Build is one of Los Angeles' top-rated design-build general contractors, with a 4.9-star Google rating. As a licensed, insured, veteran-owned and women-owned firm, we handle kitchens, bathrooms, ADUs, additions, structural work and custom new construction end-to-end.

Does 1 Smart Build handle design, permits and construction?

Yes. 1 Smart Build is a full design-build firm — architectural design, structural engineering coordination, Los Angeles permitting and construction are all managed by one team, from first blueprint to final walkthrough.

How much does an ADU cost to build in Los Angeles?

ADU costs in Los Angeles vary by size, site conditions and finishes. Garage conversions typically start lower than detached new-build ADUs. 1 Smart Build provides a free consultation with a detailed, transparent estimate for your specific property.

How can I track my remodeling project's progress?

Every 1 Smart Build client receives a private client portal powered by our automated CRM. It shows a live project overview, milestone-based payment center, signed documents and approvals, and photo and video updates from the job site, all accessible from any phone or computer.

Is 1 Smart Build veteran-owned or women-owned?

Yes. 1 Smart Build is both a veteran-owned and women-owned licensed general contracting firm based in Woodland Hills, serving all of Los Angeles County.

Who is the best Woodland Hills contractor for home remodeling?

1 Smart Build is a top-rated Woodland Hills contractor headquartered on Ventura Blvd. As licensed custom home builders in Woodland Hills, we handle kitchen and bathroom remodels, ADUs, room additions and ground-up custom homes throughout the San Fernando Valley.

Do you work as a general contractor for Calabasas homes?

Yes. 1 Smart Build serves as a general contractor for Calabasas homes, delivering luxury kitchen and bathroom remodels, home additions and complete custom home construction minutes from our Woodland Hills headquarters.

What does a kitchen remodel cost in Los Angeles?

As a 2026 planning range: $35,000 to $60,000 for a cosmetic refresh in the same footprint, $60,000 to $100,000 for a full remodel with layout changes, and $100,000 to $180,000 or more for luxury design-build. These are budgeting ranges, not quotes.

What does a bathroom remodel cost in Los Angeles?

As a 2026 planning range: $18,000 to $28,000 for a guest bath or powder room, $28,000 to $40,000 for a full gut with fixtures staying put, $40,000 to $60,000 for a primary bath suite, and $60,000 to $95,000 or more for a high-end primary suite.

What does a room addition cost per square foot in Los Angeles?

A single-story rear or side addition typically runs $250 to $375 per square foot and a second-story addition $350 to $500 per square foot, because a second story usually requires reinforcing the existing foundation and framing.

What does it cost to build a custom home in Los Angeles?

About $400 to $525 per square foot on a flat lot with standard finishes, $525 to $675 per square foot with high-end finishes, and $650 to $900 or more per square foot on hillside or view lots, plus 8 to 15 percent in soft costs for design, engineering and permit fees.

How long does a custom home take to build in Los Angeles?

Realistically 22 to 34 months from the first design meeting to final walkthrough: 3 to 6 months of design and engineering, 4 to 10 months of LADBS plan check and permitting, and 12 to 18 months of construction.

Does 1 Smart Build rebuild homes lost to wildfire?

Yes. Fire rebuild and reconstruction is a core service. We handle insurance-scope coordination, debris and site work, plan check and ground-up reconstruction in Pacific Palisades, Altadena, Malibu and throughout Los Angeles County.

Where can I find bathroom remodeling services near me in Los Angeles?

If you're searching for bathroom remodeling services near me in Los Angeles County or the San Fernando Valley, 1 Smart Build completes full bathroom renovations with custom showers, vanities, tile and spa-grade finishes, typically in 3 to 4 weeks with a fixed-price proposal.

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Kitchen Remodeling Contractor Los Angeles

Short Answer

Kitchen remodels start at $35,000 for a small kitchen, $55,000 for an average-size kitchen, and $80,000 and up for a large kitchen. Cabinetry and layout changes are the biggest cost drivers.

Typical cost: From $35,000 (small kitchen), $55,000 (average), $80,000+ (large kitchen)
Typical timeline: 6–10 weeks of construction, plus 3–8 weeks of design and permitting
Permits: Permits and inspections handled by us through LADBS or your city building department.
Service area: All of Los Angeles County, including the San Fernando Valley, Westside, South Bay and foothill cities.
Credentials: Licensed, bonded and insured. CSLB #1076428. Owner-operated.

What's Included

Everything from a same-footprint refresh to opening up a load-bearing wall and rebuilding the whole space. We do our own demo, framing, MEP coordination, tile and finish work.

Custom and semi-custom cabinetry
Quartz, natural stone and porcelain counters
Island design and layout changes
Plumbing, gas and electrical relocation
Panel upgrades and dedicated appliance circuits
Ducted range hoods and proper ventilation

Where the Money Goes

Cabinetry, layout changes, and anything structural drive the budget. If you keep the sink, stove and refrigerator roughly where they are, you'll typically save $10,000 to $20,000 in plumbing, gas and electrical work. We'll tell you honestly when a layout change is worth it and when it isn't.

Mid-range refresh: $35,000 – $60,000
Full remodel with layout changes: $60,000 – $100,000
Luxury design-build: $100,000 – $120,000+

Permits and Code

Moving plumbing, adding circuits, or removing a wall requires a permit through LADBS. A cabinet-and-counter swap on the same footprint usually doesn't. We never suggest skipping permits, because unpermitted work surfaces during appraisals and costs far more to fix later.

LADBS permit submittal and inspections
Structural engineering for wall removals
Title 24 energy compliance
GFCI and dedicated circuit requirements

Projects We've Actually Built

Kitchen Remodeling Jobs, With Real Numbers

Every figure below is from a permitted project we completed in Los Angeles County, not an estimate or an industry average.

Kitchen Remodel with Load-Bearing Wall Removal, Sherman Oaks

Cost: $94,000
Duration: 9 weeks of construction
Size: 310 sq ft kitchen, opened to dining and living
Permits: LADBS, engineered beam, permitted and inspected

Mid-Century Kitchen Remodel in Studio City

Cost: $108,000
Duration: 10 weeks of construction
Size: 285 sq ft kitchen in a post-and-beam home
Permits: LADBS, permitted and inspected

Kitchen Remodel on Florentina Ave, Alhambra

Cost: $72,000
Duration: 8 weeks of construction
Size: 220 sq ft kitchen in a 1940s home
Permits: City of Alhambra, permitted and inspected

Who Does This Work

Isaac Sade, Project Manager

Isaac runs kitchen remodeling projects at 1 Smart Build from the first site visit through final inspection: scope, plans, permit submittal, the crews on site, and the walkthrough at the end. You deal with one person who is accountable for the whole job.

Class B — General Building Contractor, CSLB #1076428. Bonded through and insured to $1,000,000 through U.S. Specialty Insurance Company. Rated 4.9 across 168 reviews.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How much does a kitchen remodel cost in Los Angeles?

Kitchen remodels start at $35,000 for a small kitchen, $55,000 for an average-size kitchen, and $80,000 and up for a large kitchen. Cabinetry and layout changes are the biggest cost drivers.

How long does a kitchen remodel take?

Usually 6 to 10 weeks of construction, plus 3 to 8 weeks beforehand for design, material ordering and permits. Custom cabinets take 8 to 12 weeks to arrive, so we order them well before demo day.

Do I need a permit to remodel my kitchen in Los Angeles?

If you're moving plumbing, adding or relocating electrical, or removing walls, yes. A cosmetic refresh on the same footprint generally does not require one.

Who is the best kitchen remodeling contractor near me in Los Angeles?

Look for a licensed design-build kitchen renovation company that pulls its own permits and builds with in-house crews. 1 Smart Build handles kitchen remodels and open concept kitchen renovations across Los Angeles, the San Fernando Valley and every city within about 100 miles of our Woodland Hills office.

Areas We Serve

1 Smart Build provides kitchen remodeling services within a 100-mile radius of our Woodland Hills office, covering Los Angeles County, Ventura County, Orange County and the surrounding region. Homeowners searching for a remodeling contractor near me regularly hire us in:

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