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General Contractor in Calabasas, California
Built to Perfection has been building and remodeling homes in Calabasas since 2001. From kitchen and bathroom remodels in gated communities to custom builds on hillside lots, we bring 25 years of hands-on LA construction experience to every project we take on.
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Calabasas sits at the western edge of the San Fernando Valley, where the terrain shifts from flat residential streets into steep canyon lots and hillside estates. The housing stock is mostly single-family homes built between the mid-1980s and early 2000s, with architectural styles ranging from Mediterranean and Tuscan villas to mid-century modern and contemporary custom builds. Lot sizes go from roughly 6,000 square feet in planned communities to more than an acre in hillside neighborhoods.
The biggest difference between remodeling in Calabasas and most other parts of LA is the gated community factor. Communities like The Oaks, Mountain View Estates, Vista Pointe, Calabasas Park Estates, and Lake Calabasas each have their own HOA with an architectural review committee. Any exterior work, including additions, ADU placement, window changes, new roofing materials, and even exterior paint, typically requires committee approval before the City of Calabasas permit process begins. That means two approval tracks instead of one, and the HOA submission can require a full package: site plans with property lines and setbacks, elevations of all sides, material and finish specs, and sometimes landscape and drainage plans.
We handle both tracks as part of our pre-construction process. The HOA review starts during design, not after plan check submission, so it does not delay the overall project timeline.
Calabasas also sits within or adjacent to wildland-urban interface zones. After the 2018 Woolsey Fire, many homeowners in this area have invested in fire-hardening upgrades: Class A roofing, ember-resistant vents, non-combustible siding or decking, and defensible landscaping. As an IICRC-certified firm, we handle fire-related restoration and rebuilds alongside standard remodeling work.
One more local consideration: the City of Calabasas enforces an Oak Tree Preservation Ordinance that requires permits for removing, transplanting, or encroaching into the protected zone of any healthy oak tree. For projects that involve grading, additions, or outdoor construction, tree surveys and city permits need to happen early in the planning process. We factor this into every Calabasas project scope.
What Remodeling in Calabasas Actually Involves
Remodeling and Construction Services in Calabasas
Full kitchen remodels with 3D design. See your finished kitchen before any cabinets come out. Starting at $35,000.
Complete bathroom remodels from $15,000. We finish one bathroom before starting the next so you always have a working shower.
Garage conversions, detached ADUs, and junior ADUs. Design, permitting, and construction under one team. Starting at $120,000.
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Ground-up construction and tear-down rebuilds. Design-build with in-house project management from concept to move-in.
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Second-story additions, room additions, and primary suite expansions. Structural integration handled in-house.
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Whole-home and multi-room renovations under one project plan. Kitchen, bathrooms, flooring, and structural work coordinated together.
Outdoor living spaces including patios, decks, and hardscape for Calabasas properties with canyon or hillside settings.
What Homeowners Say About Working With Us
"We started working with Shay in September 2021. We appreciate every phone call you took, every question you answered, and for keeping the project running smoothly. Our new outdoor space is beautiful. Thank you for working so hard and being so easy to work with!”
Charlene & Paul U.
Long Beach
"Built to Perfection made my family's home remodel literally a dream come true. The entire team was not only professional and courteous, but just awesome people to work with. The execution of the design was pristine, leaving a finished product that looks exactly like the approved renderings. But what I'm most thankful for is the patience they gave to my wife and I throughout this process.”
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Jerome & Sheonna M.
Sherman Oaks
“Shai had us at "Hello". This company can’t be beat! From the moment we found them to the moment of completion has been nothing but first class. With the minds of extraordinary engineers and the souls of artists every member of this team delivers a remodel that is better than you hoped or dreamed."
Katherine J. & Alan B.
Culver city
"I love my new bathroom! Project manager Shay is professional, friendly, and answered my many questions. He made the remodel process painless and offered design ideas that I didn't even consider. The crews that came in were on time and did a great job. We're happy with the results and they are starting on remodeling our master bath and kitchen. We're happy to recommend them!"
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Kelly T.
Monterey Park
"I am extremely happy with the work that Roi and Asher did for me. From the very beginning, they offered me a great deal and made sure to understand my needs and vision for the project. The quality of the work exceeded my expectations, and I couldn't be more pleased with the final result."
David & Shirin F.
Van Nuys
"We loved working with Shay and Tommer from Built to Perfection for our full house remodel! They were fair on price, had high quality and reliable subcontractors, were very responsive to phone calls and texts throughout the remodel, and the end product is fantastic."
Ilene & Rand D.
Los Angeles
Common Questions About Building in Calabasas
Yes. Many Calabasas projects require HOA architectural review committee approval before city permits can be submitted. In communities like The Oaks and Mountain View Estates, the submission package can include site plans, elevations, material specs, and landscape plans. We handle these submissions as part of our standard pre-construction process so they run parallel to design, not after it.
The City of Calabasas issues building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing permits for work within city limits. Most kitchen and bathroom remodels, ADUs, additions, and structural changes require permits. If your property is in a gated community, you will likely need HOA approval before submitting to the city. We manage the full permit process on every project.
Timeline depends on project scope. Calabasas projects in gated communities can take longer than similar projects elsewhere because HOA architectural review adds a step before city permitting begins. We start that review process early in the design phase to keep the overall timeline on track. During your consultation, we can give you a realistic range based on your specific project.
The minimum for any project is $7,500. Bathroom remodels start at $15,000. Kitchen remodels start at $35,000 (excluding condos). ADUs start at $120,000. These minimums are published upfront so homeowners know whether we are the right fit before scheduling a consultation.
Yes. Many Calabasas lots sit on hillsides or canyon edges, which means grading, drainage, and structural engineering are part of the project from day one. Hillside construction also involves additional city requirements around grading plans and sometimes geotechnical reports. We coordinate the permitting and engineering so the homeowner does not have to manage it separately.
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Serving Calabasas and Surrounding Cities
Built to Perfection works across Los Angeles County and Orange County. In addition to Calabasas, we regularly complete projects in these nearby cities: