San Luis Obispo County · Design-Build Additions & ADUs
San Luis Obispo County · Design-Build Additions & ADUs
ADDITIONS AND ADUS IN SAN LUIS OBISPO
ADDITIONS AND ADUS IN SAN LUIS OBISPO
ADDITIONS AND ADUS IN SAN LUIS OBISPO
Slobispo Remodelers is a residential design-build firm serving SLO County and the Central Coast. We design and build home additions, second-story expansions, detached and junior ADUs, and garage conversions. From permitting through construction, our in-house team handles every step.
Serving Arroyo Grande, San Luis Obispo, Pismo Beach, Shell Beach, Atascadero, Paso Robles & all surrounding areas.
Slobispo Remodelers is a residential design-build firm serving SLO County and the Central Coast. We design and build home additions, second-story expansions, detached and junior ADUs, and garage conversions. From permitting through construction, our in-house team handles every step.
Serving Arroyo Grande, San Luis Obispo, Pismo Beach, Shell Beach, Atascadero, Paso Robles & all surrounding areas.
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San Luis Obispo County · Design-Build Additions & ADUs
ADDITIONS AND ADUS IN SAN LUIS OBISPO
Slobispo Remodelers is a residential design-build firm serving SLO County and the Central Coast. We design and build home additions, second-story expansions, detached and junior ADUs, and garage conversions. From permitting through construction, our in-house team handles every step.
Serving Arroyo Grande, San Luis Obispo, Pismo Beach, Shell Beach, Atascadero, Paso Robles & all surrounding areas.
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Houzz Recommended | Nextdoor Neighborhood Favorite | Licensed & Insured · CSLB #1114943
Houzz Recommended | Nextdoor Neighborhood Favorite | Licensed & Insured · CSLB #1114943
Houzz Recommended | Nextdoor Neighborhood Favorite | Licensed & Insured · CSLB #1114943
Houzz Recommended | Nextdoor Neighborhood Favorite | Licensed & Insured · CSLB #1114943
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One Team, Start to Finish
One Team, Start to Finish
One Team, Start to Finish
MEET THE TEAM BEHIND EVERY SLOBISPO PROJECT
MEET THE TEAM BEHIND EVERY SLOBISPO PROJECT
MEET THE TEAM BEHIND EVERY SLOBISPO PROJECT
When you hire SLObispo Remodelers, you're not handing your home off to a rotating cast of subs. The same in-house team handles your project from the first phone call through the final walkthrough: co-owners, project lead, interior designer, project manager, and crew.
We've built our team around reliability and accountability. One designer making your selections, one project manager running your jobsite, one point of contact keeping you in the loop. That's why our projects finish on schedule, on budget, and without the surprises homeowners have come to expect from remodeling.
When you hire SLObispo Remodelers, you're not handing your home off to a rotating cast of subs. The same in-house team handles your project from the first phone call through the final walkthrough: co-owners, project lead, interior designer, project manager, and crew.
We've built our team around reliability and accountability. One designer making your selections, one project manager running your jobsite, one point of contact keeping you in the loop. That's why our projects finish on schedule, on budget, and without the surprises homeowners have come to expect from remodeling.
A fifth-generation Arroyo Grande local, Nate co-founded SLObispo Remodelers with Manuel Sousa. He has a diverse background in Christian education, ministry, and mission work, combined with over six years of journeyman-level experience in residential construction. Nate is passionate about building both homes and relationships. He and his wife Kate are raising their four children here in the community.
CO-OWNER & LEAD ESTIMATOR
NATE RUNELS
CO-OWNER & LEAD ESTIMATOR
NATE RUNELS
With over 40 years of hands-on construction experience, Manuel is a master of the trades known for solving complex challenges with skill and precision. A lifelong general contractor, he leads custom home builds, remodels, and crew training to ensure quality craftsmanship. Having lived in Half Moon Bay and now San Luis Obispo County with his wife and daughter, Manuel is originally from the Azores Islands off the coast of Portugal.
CO-OWNER & MASTER BUILDER
MANUEL SOUSA
CO-OWNER & MASTER BUILDER
MANUEL SOUSA
With experience in both residential and commercial construction, Issac’s background covers all phases of the building process. His knowledge of code compliance and permitting, combined with experience under multiple general contractors, allows him to support projects from start to finish. Currently studying civil engineering, Issac adds a technical, detail-oriented approach to every project.
PROJECT MANAGER
ISSAC SMITH
PROJECT MANAGER
ISSAC SMITH
With a strong artistic background and a passion for thoughtful, functional spaces, Gina brings creativity and attention to detail to every project. Currently enrolled in the New York Institute of Art and Design interior design program, she draws inspiration from music, ceramics, and the outdoors, bringing a warm and thoughtful perspective to each space she helps create. In her time off, you’ll likely find her hiking in the foothills or strolling the beach with a guitar.
INTERIOR DESIGNER
GINA HUSS
INTERIOR DESIGNER
GINA HUSS
Garrett has a heart for serving others, drawing on his many years of home construction experience to help clients make confident, well-informed decisions on their remodeling project. He focuses on educating clients and reducing stress as we work together through the many questions and challenges that come up when considering a construction project. Garrett is known and loved by all for his friendly spirit and helpfulness.
ESTIMATOR
GARRETT KLEEVE
ESTIMATOR
GARRETT KLEEVE
With seven years of business management experience, Ben has a passion for efficient systems and clear communication. Ben grew up in Zambia, Africa and comes from a family of builders and innovators. He previously helped run a construction education YouTube channel in San Jose. On the weekend, there’s a good chance you’ll catch Ben riding his bike out on the beautiful backroads of the Central Coast.
ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGER
BEN FERGUSON
ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGER
BEN FERGUSON
The SLObispo Remodelers Difference
The SLObispo Remodelers Difference
WHY CHOOSE US
WHY CHOOSE US
A Full In-House Team
A Full In-House Team
You're not hiring a solo contractor. SLObispo Remodelers runs an in-house team: co-owners, project lead, interior designer, project manager, and crew, with each of our project leads having extensive trade-specific experience. Finish carpentry, tile, electrical, plumbing - you name it, our team can get it done with a high standard of craftsmanship.
You're not hiring a solo contractor. SLObispo Remodelers runs an in-house team: co-owners, project lead, interior designer, project manager, and crew, with each of our project leads having extensive trade-specific experience. Finish carpentry, tile, electrical, plumbing - you name it, our team can get it done with a high standard of craftsmanship.
You're not hiring a solo contractor. SLObispo Remodelers runs an in-house team: co-owners, project lead, interior designer, project manager, and crew, with each of our project leads having extensive trade-specific experience. Finish carpentry, tile, electrical, plumbing - you name it, our team can get it done with a high standard of craftsmanship.
In-House Design-Build
In-House Design-Build
Our in-house interior designer handles layouts, selections, mood boards, and 3D renderings. We coordinate directly with our architect and engineering partners on permit-ready drawings. You get a true design-build experience from one team.
Our in-house interior designer handles layouts, selections, mood boards, and 3D renderings. We coordinate directly with our architect and engineering partners on permit-ready drawings. You get a true design-build experience from one team.
Our in-house interior designer handles layouts, selections, mood boards, and 3D renderings. We coordinate directly with our architect and engineering partners on permit-ready drawings. You get a true design-build experience from one team.
Transparent Pre-Construction
Transparent Pre-Construction
Before construction begins, we run a structured pre-construction phase: architectural plans, engineering, interior design, selections, and accurate pricing. The estimate you approve is the price we build to. If unforeseen delays or added structural work comes up during the project, our manager will talk you through the situation and come up with a game plan for how to best reduce any added costs and delays. Our team's goal is to keep your project on budget and on time.
Before construction begins, we run a structured pre-construction phase: architectural plans, engineering, interior design, selections, and accurate pricing. The estimate you approve is the price we build to. If unforeseen delays or added structural work comes up during the project, our manager will talk you through the situation and come up with a game plan for how to best reduce any added costs and delays. Our team's goal is to keep your project on budget and on time.
Before construction begins, we run a structured pre-construction phase: architectural plans, engineering, interior design, selections, and accurate pricing. The estimate you approve is the price we build to. If unforeseen delays or added structural work comes up during the project, our manager will talk you through the situation and come up with a game plan for how to best reduce any added costs and delays. Our team's goal is to keep your project on budget and on time.
Our Services
Our Services
Our Services
Our Services
WHAT WE BUILD
WHAT WE BUILD
WHAT WE BUILD
WHAT WE BUILD
We specialize in these residential remodeling projects across SLO County.
We specialize in these residential remodeling projects across SLO County.
We specialize in these residential remodeling projects across SLO County.
Second-Story Builds
Second-Story Builds
Second-Story Builds
Adding square footage by building up instead of out. Second-story additions involve significant structural engineering and planning department review. We manage every step, from architectural drawings through final inspection, while keeping your home as livable as possible during the build.
Adding square footage by building up instead of out. Second-story additions involve significant structural engineering and planning department review. We manage every step, from architectural drawings through final inspection, while keeping your home as livable as possible during the build.
Adding square footage by building up instead of out. Second-story additions involve significant structural engineering and planning department review. We manage every step, from architectural drawings through final inspection, while keeping your home as livable as possible during the build.
Home Additions
Home Additions
Home Additions
Single-story additions that expand your existing footprint. Whether you're adding a primary suite, home office, family room, or in-law space, we coordinate every detail of design, permitting, and construction so the new space feels like it was always part of the home.
Single-story additions that expand your existing footprint. Whether you're adding a primary suite, home office, family room, or in-law space, we coordinate every detail of design, permitting, and construction so the new space feels like it was always part of the home.
Single-story additions that expand your existing footprint. Whether you're adding a primary suite, home office, family room, or in-law space, we coordinate every detail of design, permitting, and construction so the new space feels like it was always part of the home.
ADUs & Garage Conversions
ADUs & Garage Conversions
Detached ADUs, junior ADUs (JADUs), and garage conversions. Whether you're building for family, rental income, or future flexibility, we handle the full permit process with the city and county, including planning department review for any project that adds square footage.
Detached ADUs, junior ADUs (JADUs), and garage conversions. Whether you're building for family, rental income, or future flexibility, we handle the full permit process with the city and county, including planning department review for any project that adds square footage.
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Our Process
Our Process
Our Process
FROM FIRST CALL TO FINAL WALKTHROUGH
FROM FIRST CALL TO FINAL WALKTHROUGH
FROM FIRST CALL TO FINAL WALKTHROUGH
Every project we take on follows the same four-phase process. It's how we deliver on time, on budget, and without surprises.
Phase One
Phase One
CONSULTATION & IN-HOME ASSESSMENT
We start with a phone call to understand your scope, timeline, and budget, then schedule an in-home visit. Our estimator walks the space with you, assesses the site, and provides a working price range so you know what to expect before committing to design.
Phase Two
Phase Two
PRE-CONSTRUCTION PACKAGE
Once you're ready to move forward, we open the pre-construction phase: architectural plans, engineering, interior design, material selections, layouts, and 3D renderings. By the end of this phase, you have a complete design and an accurate construction estimate. For projects that require permits, we manage the full submission and approval process with the city and county.
Phase Three
Phase Three
PERMITTING & CONSTRUCTION
Additions and ADUs almost always require permits. We manage the full submission and approval process with the city and county, including planning department review. Once permits clear, our in-house crew handles the build, coordinating every trade, managing all inspections, and keeping your home as livable as possible throughout the project.
Phase Four
Phase Four
FINAL WALKTHROUGH
We walk the finished space together, address every item on the punch list, complete final permit sign-off where applicable, and document the finished project. You get the home you signed up for, fully built, fully cleaned, fully done.
Trusted Brands
Trusted Brands
Trusted Brands
Trusted Brands
BUILT WITH BRANDS YOU TRUST
BUILT WITH BRANDS YOU TRUST
BUILT WITH BRANDS YOU TRUST
BUILT WITH BRANDS YOU TRUST
Every product we install is chosen for performance, durability, and a track record you can count on
Every product we install is chosen for performance, durability, and a track record you can count on
Common Questions, Answered.
Common Questions, Answered.
QUESTIONS HOMEOWNERS ASK US
QUESTIONS HOMEOWNERS ASK US
QUESTIONS HOMEOWNERS ASK US
How long does an addition take?
How long does a whole home
remodel take?
How long does an addition take?
How long does an addition take?
Construction for an addition typically runs 4 to 8 months depending on scope. Add 8 to 12 weeks of pre-construction (design, selections, engineering), with the permit timeline in addition to this (usually 6-12 weeks). We'll give you a realistic timeline before you sign anything.
Construction for an addition typically runs 4 to 8 months depending on scope. Add 8 to 12 weeks of pre-construction (design, selections, engineering), with the permit timeline in addition to this (usually 6-12 weeks). We'll give you a realistic timeline before you sign anything.
Do you offer free estimates?
Do you offer free estimates?
Yes. The initial phone consultation and in-home assessment are both free. After the assessment, we provide a preliminary quote so you can decide whether to move into the pre-construction phase.
What areas do you serve?
What areas do you serve?
What areas do you serve?
What areas do you serve?
We serve all of San Luis Obispo County and the Central Coast, from San Luis Obispo and Pismo Beach down through Nipomo, and from Atascadero through Paso Robles. See the service area section above for a full list.
We serve all of San Luis Obispo County and the Central Coast, from San Luis Obispo and Pismo Beach down through Nipomo, and from Atascadero through Paso Robles. See the service area section above for a full list.
What's the typical investment for an addition or ADU?
What's the typical investment
for a project like this?
What's the typical investment for an addition or ADU?
What's the typical investment for an addition or ADU?
Home additions typically range from $150K through $400K+ depending on size, scope, and finish level. Second-story builds typically range from $250K through $600K+. ADUs typically range from $200K through $500K+. We'll give you a working range during your in-home assessment and an accurate estimate at the end of pre-construction.
Home additions typically range from $150K through $400K+ depending on size, scope, and finish level. Second-story builds typically range from $250K through $600K+. ADUs typically range from $200K through $500K+. We'll give you a working range during your in-home assessment and an accurate estimate at the end of pre-construction.
Are you licensed and insured?
Are you licensed and insured?
Are you licensed and insured?
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. SLObispo Remodelers is fully licensed in California (CSLB #1114943) and insured. Our team manages all permit submissions and city inspections as part of our process.
Yes. SLObispo Remodelers is fully licensed in California (CSLB #1114943) and insured. Our team manages all permit submissions and city inspections as part of our process.
Yes. SLObispo Remodelers is fully licensed in California (CSLB #1114943) and insured. Our team manages all permit submissions and city inspections as part of our process.
Do you handle the design phase?
Do you handle the design phase?
Yes, SLObispo is a design-build firm with an in-house interior designer. Layouts, selections, mood boards, and 3D renderings are all done by our team. For projects that need architectural drawings or engineering, we coordinate directly with our long-standing partners; you don't have to manage three separate firms.
What if I'm still figuring out what I want?
What if I'm still figuring out what I want?
What if I'm still figuring out what I want?
What if I'm still figuring out what I want?
That's normal. Most of our clients start with an idea, not a finished plan. The pre-construction phase is where we turn that vision into a real, priced project, before any walls come down.
That's normal. Most of our clients start with an idea, not a finished plan. The pre-construction phase is where we turn that vision into a real, priced project, before any walls come down.
That's normal. Most of our clients start with an idea, not a finished plan. The pre-construction phase is where we turn that vision into a real, priced project, before any walls come down.
Let's Talk
Let's Talk
Let's Talk
READY TO START YOUR PROJECT?
Tell us a bit about your project and we'll reach out within one business day to schedule your free consultation. There's no pressure and no obligation, just a conversation to understand what you're planning and see if we're the right fit. If we are, we'll walk you through the next steps. If we're not, we'll point you in the right direction.
Tell us a bit about your project and we'll reach out within one business day to schedule your free consultation. There's no pressure and no obligation, just a conversation to understand what you're planning and see if we're the right fit. If we are, we'll walk you through the next steps. If we're not, we'll point you in the right direction.
Your Trusted Local Contractor
General Contracting License #1114943
© 2026 SLObispo Remodelers, All Right Reserved |
Your Trusted Local Contractor
General Contracting License #1114943
© 2026 SLObispo Remodelers, All Right Reserved |
Your Trusted
Local Contractor
General Contracting License #1114943
© 2026 SLObispo Remodelers, All Right Reserved
Your Trusted Local Contractor
General Contracting License #1114943
© 2026 SLObispo Remodelers, All Right Reserved |