Southland Remodeling

15021 Ventura Boulevard, 91403, Sherman Oaks, CA
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Southland Remodeling is a Los Angeles ADU contractor offering detached ADUs, garage conversions, and room additions. With 20+ years experience, they handle design, permits, and construction across LA and San Fernando Valley.

Southland Remodeling, Sherman Oaks, CA

About Southland Remodeling

ADU Design and Construction Services in Los Angeles

Southland Remodeling is a Los Angeles-based ADU contractor and architect serving the greater Los Angeles area and San Fernando Valley. The company handles accessory dwelling unit projects from initial design through to completed construction, including permit acquisition and compliance with state law and local ordinances.

As a full-service accessory dwelling unit builder, Southland Remodeling offers both detached ADU and attached ADU construction, as well as garage conversion services. Their team manages the necessary building and zoning documentation on behalf of clients, navigating the requirements set by the City of Los Angeles and surrounding municipalities.

With over 20 years of experience in new construction and renovations across Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley, Southland Remodeling positions itself as a one-stop resource for homeowners looking to add living space to their property.

Understanding ADUs vs. Room Additions

An accessory dwelling unit — sometimes referred to as a granny flat, in-law suite, or mother-in-law house — is a self-contained structure, either attached to or separate from the main residence. It typically includes its own kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, and living area. ADUs can serve a variety of purposes, including use as a guest house, rental unit, home office, or additional living space.

A room addition, by contrast, expands the footprint of the existing main structure. This type of project is commonly used to enlarge a kitchen, add a bedroom or bathroom, or build an additional story onto the home. Southland Remodeling handles both types of projects.

The full scope of services offered by Southland Remodeling for ADU construction includes:

  1. Architectural planning and open floor plan design
  2. Engineering and permit acquisition
  3. Kitchen and bathroom construction
  4. Structural improvements and demolition
  5. Electrical, lighting, and HVAC
  6. Title 24 energy efficiency compliance
  7. Roofing, tilework, plumbing, and flooring
  8. Painting, windows, doors, and solar panels

Pre-Approved ADU Plans and Custom Design Options

Southland Remodeling offers access to nearly 30 ADU floor plans that have been pre-approved by the City of Los Angeles. These plans range from 200 to 1,200 square feet and include studio layouts as well as two-story configurations. Using a pre-approved plan can shorten the permit process by eight weeks or more, which may reduce overall project timelines and costs.

Design features available across these plans include rooftop decks, exterior staircases, expansive patios, and architectural detailing. For homeowners whose needs fall outside the pre-approved options, Southland Remodeling's architectural team can develop a fully custom ADU design tailored to specific preferences and site conditions.

The company serves clients throughout Los Angeles County, including areas such as Sherman Oaks, Beverly Hills, Culver City, Santa Monica, and Calabasas. Southland Remodeling holds a contractor's license and emphasizes timely project completion alongside customer satisfaction as core aspects of their service approach.

For homeowners considering a backyard cottage, Casita, or any other form of accessory dwelling unit, Southland Remodeling offers a free on-site consultation and estimate to help determine the most suitable approach for the property.

Services

Southland Remodeling performs the following services

  • Architecture & Design
  • Permit Specialist
  • Construction
  • Feasibility & Site Assessment
  • Finishing & Fit-out
  • 3D renderings & floor plans
  • HVAC installation

Southland Remodeling Reviews

John L

2026-02-21
"We found South Land Remodeling through Yelp on account of their excellent 4.9 star reviews. We reviewed 8 companies. The estimates for our project ranged in price from 290k 350k. We decided on South Land because Ilan the GC and Oren the owner were very personable; for a 1 year long project, getting along with your contractor is essential. South Land was the lowest cost estimate with the next being Goldenline. It was a toss-up between the two, but in the end, we went with South Land because they were 10k less. Scope The original scope was to 1 knock out 3 exterior facing walls to install a 5, 3, and 2 panel multislider 2 vault the ceiling in the master 3 reconfigure the walls to solve the maze like existing layout 4 replace the doors 5 create a new powder bathroom 6 create 4 closets 7 demo the walk in closet for open concept 8 redo the ceiling recessed lights 9 install a ton of led strips and lights. This was the original scope. The estimated time frame was 4-6 months. As we progressed, certain unexpected changes were added. South Land also convinced us to vault the ceiling in the kitchen and gave us a good price. We also had to redo the floors because of all the open holes from the concrete pads for the support beams. Expect your budget and the timeframe to double. In the end, we spent 450k with South Land and another 300K for other contractors and materials and vendors. Subcontractors As with most contractors, South Land contracts with other subcontractors for which they pay a lower price. Some of these contractors were exceptional. Some, not so much. Jacob was absolutely fantastic. His guys did the framing, supports, concrete pads, I beam supports, insulation. He was an extraordinary problem solver. I drew out the fireplace and he created it to the 18. He knew exactly what needed to be supported, where the shear walls needed to be. He did about 60 of the renovation, all the most challenging parts. I wish his team would have stayed on for the entire project but he was slightly more expensive than other later contractors and South Land decided to use other contractors. This was disappointing as some of the replacement contractors were not quite as good. The electricians were good with some of the workers excellent. The plumber was competent. The painters were an issue. The quality of their work on challenging parts like mudding in the led channels was pretty bad. I had to hire my own painters to redo the work that they did to smooth it out. Drywall was good as were insulators. Floor Tile guys were good also. Positives Communication: I was always able to reach Ilan. Ilan arranged for a lot of the work upon request and was very responsive. The prices quoted were reasonable. Work that I had not planned on was quoted fairly and they were never pushy on scope additions. The work quality overall was good. Negatives The project lasted almost exactly 1 year. For the first 80, South Land was very good. But for the last 20 the quality dropped to good. I dont know if its because they were ready to move on to the next project but we had disagreements on timing of contractors showing up. Also, there was work that I had assumed was included in the paid for scope that I had to pay extra. Much of the last 20, I used my own contractors to complete, including my own painters to correct the poor job the contracted painters did. I also hired my own handyman who took care of a lot of things. Throughout the project, I was very hands on and it felt like I was taking on the main role of GC. In a perfect world, South Land would have solved many of the problems that I had to solve myself such as sourcing materials and figuring out LEDs. Conclusion Overall, we are happy with our experience with South Land. They are honest and reputable and deserve their high rating. We rate them a 4.7 out of 5.0. including before and after photos"

Kara Ford-Martinez

2026-02-19
"This review is long overdue. Thanks to Oren, we have a beautiful new space that we get to enjoy every day. I interviewed 22 contractors, by the way, and I chose Oren because of his experience, honesty, calm demeanor, and good reviews. Oren was excellent at communicating with us, and was always available to take our calls and make our dreams become reality. If youve ever done a large home building or remodeling project, you know how stressful it can be, and I was happy we hired Oren for the job. Hes very hard working and honest. Thank you, Oren!"

James Edge

2026-01-08
"I have a beautiful new ADU in LA, thanks to Ilan, Ever and the team at South Land. They are a pleasure to work with, particularly because of the open communication, the flexibility, and the trust worthiness of the team. I was traveling for multiple weeks of the project, and I knew my house was always in safe hands. They even stepped in to address problems outside the ADU scope, with quick responses and very fair quotes for new work. I highly recommend them and look forward to working with them again."

Chiara Ariè

2025-10-06
"We got our house in Solana Beach about a year ago and met with Eido from Cal Renovation. From the very first meeting, we felt the difference in a really good way! Eido was super detailed, explained everything clearly, and always took the time to answer our questions. We went with a really unique bathroom design that had a lot of porcelain fabrication you can see it in the pictures! and it came out amazing. It wasnt cheap, but totally worth it the results dont lie! 100 recommend working with Cal Renovation."

Rick Johnson

2017-04-17
"We have used South Land Remodeling for at least three or four major projects over the past five years and a few small projects, too. The fact that we keep coming back should tell you a lot. Oren is very honest, responds quickly to any phone call, and their work comes in on time and within the budget. Their estimates are generally in line with other contractors I've contacted. In the past they have done our roof, remodeled our Master Bath, rebuilt our garage door, and resurfaced a small front balcony. South Land just completed their most extensive job for us. Our two-level 1,500 square foot deck was riddled with dry-rot and termite damage. We decided to replace 90 of the support beams, posts, and struts. They also added new concrete footings and improved the support system under our huge two-level deck, and did a fantastic job. We opted to use pressure treated wood for the support struts, and a composite material made of bamboo and recycled plastic for the decking surface. That will avoid any future dry-rot or termite damage, and we'll never have to paint the deck surface again! The work crews always showed up on time, and did excellent work. Milton oversaw the construction and he has amazing skills. The only delays were due to weather, and some delivery issues of the composite decking material. Oren took complete responsibility for dealing with the manufacturer to be sure we got the materials we needed as quickly as possible. We are extremely happy with the finished deck. It is not only beautiful, but so well built and very solid. I often give Oren's contact information to our friends looking for a contractor, and I highly recommend South Land without hesitation."
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