Constraction reviews in Encino, California

Had them replace all the windows in the house over a few days. Old frames came out, new ones went in, then they sealed and trimmed everything inside and out. The house is noticeably quieter now and doesn’t get as drafty at night. From the street it just looks cleaner, but inside you really feel the difference.

The crew at Lani construction has done a lot of work for us over the past two years. They first started by correcting the shoddy work of previous contractors who had left our drywall in horrible shape after installing impact windows, and we were really impressed by how beautifully those repairs turned out. Since then, we have used them for many small repairs, fixture installations, tile work, and bathroom remodeling. Most recently, they repaired major leak damage in our owner's suite, which had to be gutted down to the concrete and wall studs. It was a huge job that spanned many months due to mold remediation, air scrubbing, and numerous air quality tests, and we are delighted that they completed the work in time for the holidays. They work long days, are incredibly timely and polite, and we feel like they are part of our family at this point. Their pricing is fair and their work quality is outstanding. I highly recommend Lani Construction for any repair or remodeling work you may need..

I was dreading having a construction site in my backyard while we were actually living here, but the logistics were a total flex. They didn't turn our lawn into a mud pit or a recurring archaeological dig. They knocked out all the trenching at once and actually had a plan for where the heavy equipment went. What really sold me was the foresight they had the plumbing and electrical dialed in before the first stud was even up. It’s super quiet and efficient (the insulation is legit), and it feels like its own independent house, not just a "rental unit" we tacked on. 10/10 for not making my life miserable during the build. We’re in love with our ADU unit!

I meant to post this sooner, but we are extremely happy with our new kitchen. When we moved in, We hated the dark colors and obvious amateur DIY. They made it feel warmer, and bigger by making the counter layout more convenient and more counter space with two lazy Susan’s and a big ole farmers sink. They saved me having to buy a whole new house. Lol. I really appreciated them helping us get in front of tariff issues on the materials, saving us money.

I cook a lot, so I was nervous about letting anyone touch the kitchen. The old setup had weird dead corners and cabinets you had to fight to open. During the remodel they actually mocked up spacing with tape on the floor so we could see how the new layout would feel before anything was installed. That ended up being huge because we adjusted the island size at the last minute. The messy part didn’t last as long as I expected. Once cabinets showed up, things changed fast. They kept pulling doors on and off to fine tune alignment, which I wouldn’t have noticed but apparently matters. Now nothing bangs into anything else, and I can open the fridge, oven, and drawers at the same time without doing a shuffle. It’s not just nicer it works better day to day.

We finally bit the bullet and added a family room off the back, and it’s the best decision we’ve made. The process was super smooth, The coolest part? They tied the new roofline into the old one so seamlessly that it doesn't look "tacked on" at all. Inside, the floors are level with the rest of the house and the trim matches perfectly. It doesn't feel like a new addition; it just feels like the house was always meant to be this way. 5 stars for making the "new" part of our home feel 100% original.

Whole house flooring replacement. Old material out. Subfloor leveled in multiple spots. New planks installed straight through the main living areas without awkward transitions. Baseboards reinstalled and sealed cleanly.

No bounce. No gaps. No squeaks. That’s all I really needed.

We decided to remodel the guest bathroom after a small leak turned into a bigger issue. When they opened the wall, they showed us where the moisture had spread and explained what needed to be replaced before anything new went in. Instead of rushing to cover it back up, they let everything dry out properly and rebuilt that section before starting the tile work. I remember stopping by after work one day and seeing the tile halfway done with spacers still in everything lined up evenly from floor to ceiling. Once it was finished, they installed the fixtures and tested everything before calling it done. We’ve had guests use that bathroom nonstop since then and there haven’t been any drips, loose handles, or cracked grout. Considering how it started, that feels like a win.

We did a full first-floor remodel, which meant kitchen, living room, and a small powder room all at once. They started by gutting everything down to the studs and updating the electrical and plumbing before closing walls back up. Once drywall was in, the house slowly came back together — cabinets, flooring, trim, then paint at the end. The new layout flows way better, especially with the kitchen opened up and the island added. It felt like a construction zone for a while, but the order they followed made sense and nothing had to be redone.

Huge shoutout to the Lani Construction, They handled our garage conversion. I was bracing myself for a headache, but their organization was incredible. The finish work is surprisingly high end sharp corners, flat walls, and solid doors that actually shut properly. They even nailed the electrical details that most people overlook, like perfectly aligned switch plates. It’s rare to find a crew with this much attention to detail. So happy with the result!

We remodeled our entire living room from the framing out. The old drywall had hairline cracks and uneven texture, so they removed damaged sections and re-hung new drywall where needed instead of just skimming over everything. Corners were re-squared before taping, which made a big difference once paint went on.For the flooring, we went with luxury vinyl plank rated for heavy wear. They installed a moisture barrier first, then laid the planks with proper expansion spacing along the perimeter. No hollow spots, no soft sections. The baseboards were replaced with taller MDF trim, caulked at the top seam, and painted after install so everything looks seamless.They also added recessed LED lighting, cutting precise openings and running new wiring through the ceiling without tearing up unnecessary areas. The lights are evenly spaced and sit flush no crooked trims. It’s one of those remodels where the prep and alignment work made the final result look clean and intentional instead of patched together.

Our 90s-style bathroom was long overdue for an intervention and Lani Construction absolutely nailed the transformation. They turned a cramped, dark space into something that feels like a spa. The tile work is flawless (and I’m picky about grout lines!), and the new walk in shower is a total game changer. What I appreciated most was how they handled the little ‘surprises’ that come with old plumbing they just fixed it and kept moving. It wasn’t the cheapest quote we got, but for the quality and lack of stress, it was worth every penny. Seriously obsessed with how it turned out.

Our kitchen remodel started because the layout just didn’t work anymore not enough counter space and everything felt cramped. They demoed the old cabinets and opened things up, then spent time leveling the walls and floors before installing anything new. I didn’t realize how uneven the space was until they started fixing it. Once cabinets went in, you could see the plan come together. The island placement made a huge difference, and they made small adjustments during install so drawers and doors lined up evenly. Countertops were templated and installed a little later, followed by backsplash and final trim. Now everything feels easier to use, and there’s actually room to move around while cooking. It doesn’t feel like a brand new kitchen dropped into an old house it just feels like the space finally makes sense

We just finished updating our guest bedroom and closet. The closet originally had one long rod and wasted a lot of space, so they rebuilt the interior with shelves, drawers, and a second hanging section. While they were there they replaced the old hollow door with a solid one and updated the trim around it. They also repaired some drywall damage and repainted the entire room. Now when guests stay over the room actually feels put together instead of like a leftover space.

We hired them for a kitchen refresh cabinets, counters, and backsplash and the materials are honestly beautiful. The cabinets are heavy, well-built, and close smoothly. The countertop install was clean with no weird gaps or sloppy caulking. Even the hardware feels high quality. The crew worked carefully and didn’t rush. You could see them checking levels, adjusting doors, redoing small things instead of saying “good enough.” That’s rare. Our kitchen feels custom now, not builder grade. If you care about quality and not just speed, these are your people.

A second story addition is basically open heart surgery on your home, but Lani construction handled it perfectly. This was a massive structural feat they had to reinforce the foundation, open up the first floor walls, and install heavy duty beams just to carry the new load. Even when the house was a literal skeleton, it was clear they had every detail under control. The execution was flawless. They ran new plumbing and HVAC vertically without sacrificing any ceiling height downstairs, and the way they tied the new roofline into the original structure is seamless. Now that the drywall is up, you can’t even tell where the original house ends and the addition begins. It doesn’t feel top heavy or awkward, it feels perfectly engineered. If you’re going to trust someone to literally take the roof off your house, hire these guys.

We finally tackled the primary bedroom and bathroom together instead of doing them separately. The bedroom part was mostly reworking the layout they shifted the closet wall a few feet, which meant reframing and moving outlets before drywall went back up. In the bathroom, everything came out down to the studs. New shower, new vanity, new tile. What I remember most is how long they spent waterproofing before any tile was set. It didn’t look exciting, but it made sense. Once finishes went in, the whole suite felt connected instead of pieced together. It’s quieter, brighter, and way more functional than before.

Our basement was basically just wasted space, and we finally decided to turn it into a home office and hangout area. They framed new walls, installed lighting, and even helped with some tricky plumbing for a small wet bar we wanted. The floors are level, the trim fits perfectly, and every corner looks clean and finished. I really appreciated how they stayed organized and didn’t leave a mess behind each day, seeing the space fully usable and actually enjoyable makes it totally worth it.

We were pretty nervous about the mess and stress of building an ADU, but Lani Construction crews made it so easy. They were very thoughtful about how the new building sat on our property, taking the time to plan the drainage and utilities before the 'real' construction even started. It was actually fun to watch it come together because they were so organized. They even made sure the new roof and paint matched our home perfectly so the neighbors wouldn't see an eyesore. It feels like a cozy little home now, not an addition. If you want someone who treats your property like their own, this is the team.

I didn’t care about the tile pattern. I cared about stepping onto a warm floor at 6am. That was the whole reason for remodeling our primary bathroom. They installed an electric radiant heat system beneath porcelain tile and tested it before closing everything up. There’s a separate thermostat just for the floor, which I didn’t even know was a thing.The shower was built with a linear drain instead of a center drain, so the floor slopes in one direction and looks cleaner. They recessed a niche into the wall for shampoo bottles and waterproofed the entire enclosure before tile went in. The glass is thicker than standard and mounted with minimal hardware so it feels solid, not flimsy.The heated floor is honestly the star of the show, but the fact that everything was layered correctly underneath gives me peace of mind

If you want a "backyard shed," look elsewhere. We wanted a legit sibling for our main house, and this crew delivered a ground up masterpiece. We’re talking new foundation, full framing, and a separate electrical sub panel not just some flimsy conversion. The logistics were impressive. They timed the concrete, framing, and plumbing, staging materials so we could actually use our front door without tripping over lumber. The owner even managed the heavy equipment without turning our yard into a mud pit. Rough inspections were a breeze, and once the building was dried in, they hit the gas to finish it out. The best part? It doesn't look like a rental unit, The roof pitch, stucco, and windows match our main house so perfectly that it looks completely intentional. If you want an ADU that actually adds architectural value to your property, hire these guys.