Remodeling guides & cost insights
In-depth cost guides for California homeowners planning a remodel or build.

Cost guide · Kitchen Remodeling
Kitchen Remodel Cost in California (2026 Guide)
What a kitchen remodel costs in California in 2026: typical price ranges by scope, cost factors, timelines, permits and ways to save.

Cost guide · Bathroom Remodeling
Bathroom Remodel Cost in California (2026 Guide)
California bathroom remodel costs in 2026: typical ranges for refresh, mid-range and high-end remodels, cost drivers, timelines, permits and microcement options.

Cost guide · ADU Construction
ADU Cost in California (2026): Garage Conversions and Detached Units
How much an ADU costs in California in 2026, from garage conversions to detached units, plus permit timelines under state law, cost drivers and financing tips.

Cost guide · Microcement
Microcement vs. Tile: Cost, Durability and Which to Choose
Microcement vs. tile for California bathrooms, kitchens and floors: typical prices per square foot, durability, maintenance, installation time and when each makes sense.

Cost guide · Flooring
Flooring Cost in California (2026): LVP, Hardwood, Tile and Microcement
What new flooring costs in California in 2026: typical per-square-foot ranges for vinyl plank, hardwood, tile and microcement, plus cost factors and timelines.

Cost guide · Roofing
Roof Replacement Cost in California (2026 Guide)
California roof replacement costs in 2026: typical ranges for shingle, concrete tile and clay tile roofs, cost drivers, permits and timelines.
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MDG Builders at a glance
- Who
- My Design Guide Inc dba MDG Builders, a licensed general contractor that sells, designs and manages remodeling and construction projects
- License
- CSLB #1040337, Class B (General Building)
- Where
- Based in Tarzana, CA; serving Southern California (Lancaster to San Diego) and the San Francisco Bay Area
- Phone & email
- (888) 666-8224 · info@mydesignguide.com
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 8:00 AM–5:00 PM · Fri 8:00 AM–2:00 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Rating
- 5.0 from 47 reviews on Houzz