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Finding the Best Remodeling Contractors of Napa County

With all of the complexities of remodeling or adding on to an existing structure, it is important to find remodeling contractors in Napa Valley that meet your vision for home remodels or room additions, as well as your budget. Several home improvement companies in Napa County have shown expertise in home additions, home or office remodeling, repairs, patio covers, sun rooms, screen rooms, carports and more.

The following research by The Prime Buyer's Report identifies the best remodeling contractors in Napa County and issues related to hiring them.

Updated May 10, 2013

Top 10 Remodeling Contractors & Addition Builders in Napa County

Vintage Builders
(707) 815-0717
2225 Third Street
Napa, CA 94559
State Contractor's License #685291
   Prime Buyer's Report TOP 10

Areas Served: North Bay & Napa County incl. Napa CA, St Helena CA, Rutherford CA, Yountville CA, ...
Services: remodeling, residential & commercial, additions, home remodels

Nor Cal Builders, Inc
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(415) 898-2027
PO Box 1544
Novato, CA 94948
State Contractor's License #863120 (B)
   Prime Buyer's Report TOP 10  Better Business Bureau NARI (National Association of The Remodeling Industry) Build It Green-Certified Professional

Areas Served: Bay Area & Napa County
Services: remodeling contractors for home remodels, commercial remodels, home repair, additions
Key Brands: Andersen Windows, Uponor Plumbing, Trex Decking

RDG
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(415) 888-8716
775 E Blithedale Ave Ste 526
Mill Valley, CA 94941
State Contractor's License #906202 (B)
   Prime Buyer's Report TOP 10  Better Business Bureau Rotary Club Habitat for Humanity Tiburon Yacht Club

Areas Served: Bay Area including Napa County
Services: remodeling & additions

Vantage Construction Inc
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(707) 921-9098
PO Box 988
Cobb, CA 95426
State Contractor's License #939005 (B)
   Prime Buyer's Report TOP 10 NCBE (North Coast Builders Exchange) OSHA Certification

Areas Served: North Bay incl. Napa Valley
Services: home remodelers, addition builders, commercial remodeling

Finding the Best Remodeling Contractors of Napa County 


Home remodelers are legally required to be licensed by the state to do any remodeling work over $500.00 as protection for the consumer.   If the remodeling contractor has employees, they're required to have workers' compensation insurance for your protection because if their worker is injured on your property and the company doesn't have worker's comp, you could be liable to pay for the injuries.

Contractors licensed for remodeling in Napa County are not required by law to have general liability insurance; however, all those bearing The Prime Buyer's Report—TOP 10 designation have general liability insurance coverage which reimburses their client in the event of any damages, in addition to passing all other requirements for certification as Prime Buyer's Report—TOP 10 such as our research phone calls to their previous clients, hiring only documented workers, verified license and workers' comp insurance, clean complaint record, and more.





Remodeling Contractors in Napa County Add Value
Remodeling contractors in Napa County perform many aspects of home repair or specialized remodeling. A relatively simple way to add value to and update your home is to remodel areas where dated technology and style are most evident.

Not only are home improvement companies in Napa County able to make an existing space larger, they can also create space by adding square footage to existing rooms or adding an addition your existing structure. Finishing a basement with the style of the rest of your home is a great way to get extra living space without a home additions, or perhaps a wine cellar is the only thing your home needs.

Other remodeling contractors specialize in just certain facets of home improvement like patio covers and carports, screen rooms and sunrooms in Napa County. But even contractors building patio covers or sun rooms in Napa County must be fully competant state-licensed contractors.

Whether it's a larger family room with a new fireplace or a new guest room, office, granny unit, garage, sunroom, patio cover, patio enclosure, screen room, carport, wine cellar, or even a complete reconstruction of an older home, use our list of qualified home remodeling companies in Napa County.


Increased Popularity of Patio Covers, Patio Enclosures, & Sunrooms in Napa County

Modifications to more comfortably enjoy one's outdoor space or to bring elements of the outdoors to an inside space are growing in popularity. Patio cover companies and sunroom contractors in Napa County are an increasingly frequent choice.

A sunroom, sun lounge, sun porch or sun parlor is a portion of the home to allow enjoyment of the view and the sun while avoiding adverse elements such as wind and rain. They also go by the name patio room, solarium, conservatory , patio enclosure or Florida room. Some sunrooms are designed with the view as the priority, others to collect sunlight for light and warmth.

 

 

 

Patio covers and patio enclosures are another option. Patio cover companies build a roof with supports to cover a patio. Patio covers provide shade and protection from rain. If such an area is also walled in by screens, it may be referred to as a screen room. 

 

 

 

 


Some Home Remodeling Contractors in Napa County Are Better Than Others
The Prime Buyer's Report lists these remodeling contractors in Napa County: Vintage Builders, Nor Cal Builders, Inc, RDG, Vantage Construction Inc, Hughes William H Construction, Cooney & Co, Dunne Right Remodeling, Meyers Emil Construction Inc. Other home remodeling contractors in Napa County that might still serve the Napa Valley areas include: County Lines Construction, Marsey Brothers Construction, Sutton Construction, Four Star Electric, Steve A Scott Construction, Landmark Builders, JS Design + Build. Didn't find what you wanted with the TOP 10 Remodeling Contractors & Addition Builders in Napa County? Then click here to see additional companies in this category.

 

 

Questions to Ask Remodeling Contractors in Napa County 

The following are questions to ask remodeling companies before hiring them.

 

• Do they specialize in the type of home remodel work you've described? The particular expertise needed to build a sunroom or screen enclosed patio can be different than that for finishing a basement or adding a room on your house.

• Can they provide some examples of work similar to what you're asking for that they've completed.

• Can the remodelers give you names and numbers of clients that you can call as references? (All remodeling companies bearing the Prime Buyer's Report—TOP 10 symbol have already had their client references called  by research staff at The Prime Buyer's Report so you don't have to.)

• What is project timeframe from estimate to completion?

• Do they carry workers' compensation and liability insurance? (All remodelers in Napa County bearing the Prime Buyer's Report—TOP 10 symbol have already shown proof of insurance to research staff at The Prime Buyer's Report.)

• Will they provide a written estimates with complete detail of the exact materials and brands to be used?

• Can they prove that all their workers sent to your property are legally allowed to work in the U.S.? (All remodelers in Napa County bearing The Prime Buyer's Report—TOP 10 symbol have already signed an agreement to only hire documented workers.)

• What type of warranty will the home remodeling contractors provide? Will each warranty cover all aspects of the home addition or renovation?

• Will permits be needed for the home remodeling? If so, who will be responsible for getting the remodeling permits?

• Do the remodeling companies have their own employees do the home remodel or do they hire subcontractors? If so, what are the names of those companies?

• How long have they been in business?

• How and when do the home remodelers and addition builders clean up after a home renovation or addition?

• Will the home improvement remodelers provide written contracts for their remodeling projects?

• What processes do they use to price the project?

 

When you've chosen the best remodeling company in Napa County for your specific needs and priorities, make sure they are still licensed in good standing with the state. (All remodeling companies in Napa County bearing the Prime Buyer's Report—TOP 10 symbol have already had their license verified by research staff at The Prime Buyer's Report.)

 

 

Remodeling Contractors in Napa County Use Many Material Brands 

Remodeling contractors and home addition builders in Napa County can provide many popular brands of home and business products. The following is a partial list of the brands that can be supplied locally: Nevamar, Corian, CHI Overhead Door, Owens Corning, Grohe, Master Halco, Heat-N-Glo, Pergo, Wilsonart, Hartco, Tyvek (Dupont), Lennox, Thermador, Wausau Tile, Hanson Roof Tiles, Plops, US Gypsum.

 

 

Resources About Home Remodelers and Additions in Napa Valley 


Licensing & Trade Associatioins Related to Remodelers in Napa County
ABC Associated Builders and Contractors (http://www.abc.org/)
ASA American Subcontractors Association (http://www.assaonline.com/)
BBB Better Business Bureau (www.bbb.com)
CSLB Contractors State License Board (http://www.cslb.ca.gov/)
DCA California Department of Consumer Affairs (www.dca.ca.gov)
Diamond Certified www.diamondcertified.org
NARI National Association of the Remodeling Industry (http://www.nari.org/)


Media & Web Resources for Remodelers in Napa County
California Home & Design
CONTRACTOR Magazine
Dwell
Home
Homebuilding & Renovating Magazine
Home & Design
HOUSE Magazine
Luxury Home
New Old House
Old House Journal
This Old House


The Prime Buyer's Report provides information for the TOP 10 Remodeling Contractors in Napa County within the following zip codes:

94503, 94508, 94515, 94558, 94559, 94562, 94567, 94573, 94574, 94576, 94581 and 94599

 


Remodeling Contractors American Canyon CA

Northern Contractors American Canyon CA 94503

Remodeling Contractors Calistoga CA

Bill Nance & Co Calistoga CA 94515

 

Remodeling Contractors Napa CA

Home Buyers Service Napa CA 94559
Greenwood Home Inspection Napa CA 94558
Dale Knight Napa CA 94558
Craftsmen Napa CA 94558
County Lines Napa CA 94558
Chinberg Napa CA 94558
Carl Home Repair Napa CA 94558
Carl Burris Napa CA 94558
Michal's Home Improvement Napa CA 94559
JZ Napa CA 94581
Tracy Hersom Napa CA 94559
Dunne Right Remodeling Napa CA 94559
Coffman Napa CA 94559
Precision Remodeling Napa CA 94558
WIN Home Inspection Napa CA 94559
Sutton Napa CA 94559
Steve A Scott Napa CA 94559
Oak Knoll Sidewall Napa CA 94581
Lowrey Custom Innovations Napa CA 94581
A&G Handyman & Home Repair Napa CA 94558

 

Remodeling Contractors Oakville CA

Ernest Greer Oakville CA 94562