Bud Remodeling helps residential and commercial clients plan and coordinate remodeling and construction projects across Orange County, from the initial consultation and scope discussion through design decisions and construction.
Bud Remodeling is a Lake Forest-based, licensed California contractor serving residential and commercial clients throughout Orange County. Our team brings more than 25 years of combined hands-on construction and design experience to the planning and coordination of remodeling and construction work.
The right project structure depends on what the property needs. A whole-home remodel may connect decisions across several rooms and building systems, while a kitchen, bathroom, or flooring project requires a more focused scope. Broader construction work may involve additional planning, documentation, scheduling, and coordination among the people responsible for each part of the work.
A general contractor helps define that scope, organize the sequence, coordinate decisions, and keep communication tied to the work being performed. Bud Remodeling begins by reviewing the property, the requested improvements, and the decisions that need to be resolved before construction. This approach gives customers a clearer basis for evaluating layout, materials, priorities, and next steps.
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Whole-home remodeling coordinates decisions across multiple rooms rather than treating each space as an unrelated project. The work may connect kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, storage, finishes, circulation, and related building systems so the completed home functions consistently.
Kitchen remodeling combines layout, storage, cabinetry, surfaces, lighting, appliances, and utility coordination. Planning focuses on how people move through the room, use work areas, access storage, and connect the kitchen to surrounding spaces.
Bathroom remodeling requires close coordination among layout, water management, plumbing locations, ventilation, lighting, storage, tile, and other finishes. Decisions made behind the finished surfaces are as important as the fixtures and materials customers see.
Flooring installation and replacement involves material selection, removal, surface preparation, transitions, and finish details. It may be completed as a focused improvement or sequenced as part of a kitchen, bathroom, or multi-room remodel.
Framing work may support layout changes, wall openings, repairs, and related remodeling scope. Existing conditions and project requirements determine how framing work is planned and coordinated.
Residential electrical work may include repairs, installations, panel upgrades, wiring, lighting, and ventilation-related connections coordinated with the needs of the remodeling or construction project.
Residential plumbing work may include fixtures, faucets, valves, showers, toilets, sinks, drains, water heaters, pressure concerns, and related piping needs coordinated with the surrounding project.
HVAC-related work is coordinated with the broader remodeling or construction scope, including the property’s heating, ventilation, air movement, and comfort requirements.
Completed work gives customers a practical way to evaluate how remodeling decisions come together. Bud Remodeling’s Orange County portfolio includes a Newport Beach kitchen where walls were removed to create an open layout with custom cabinetry, appliances, and improved storage; an Aliso Viejo bathroom with a walk-in shower, double vanity, storage, and updated lighting; an Irvine kitchen with custom cabinetry, a full-wall backsplash, modern finishes, and increased storage; and a Mission Viejo kitchen with custom cabinets, a waterfall countertop, high-end design elements, and improved practicality.
These projects show different relationships among layout, storage, surfaces, finishes, and daily use without suggesting that every property needs the same solution. Explore the completed Orange County remodeling projects.
Bud Remodeling is based in Lake Forest and works with clients across Orange County. Project planning varies with the property, the requested scope, existing conditions, material decisions, and any permits or inspections that apply. Starting with the actual property and a defined scope helps keep recommendations relevant to the work instead of relying on a standard package.
We reached out to Bud Remodeling in hopes of doing some light cosmetic upgrades to our kitchen. Mo and Arman were extremely responsive and came out to our home in... read more
Sheyda A.
Bud Remodeling did an amazing job remodeling our mater bath and shower as well as our guest bathroom and shower. They worked efficiently without compromising the quality of the job.... read more
Sher T.
Mo and team did a great job with half bath remodel. Tile, vanity, toilet, mirror, and lighting replacement.
Leslie C.
My roof on our office bldg was a mess.winds and rain had caused damage right down to the wood. Metal flashing had significant corrosion. Bud Remodeling came out after our... read more
Bob G.
We are very happy with the work that Bud Remodeling did on our guest bathroom. It was a long overdue and necessary remodel and it could not look better or... read more
Shahrzad S.
Bud remodeling was a wonderful experience. I recently bought my dream home in Corona city but it was far from my dream LOL, needed lots of plumbing repairs and kitchen... read more
Sean D.
Absolutely THE BEST GCs a homeowner could have for any project. Proactive, excellent communicators, and no surprises. On-time and on-budget. Will 100% use them on all future projects.
Danielle M.
Bud Remodeling completed a wonderful Kitchen Remodel at our property in San Clemente. Their prices are fair. They are easy to Communicate with and very efficient. They work fast and... read more
Tommy V.
I'm happy to finally be able to review Bud Remodeling. We are so thankful to have completed our first remodeling with them. There are many amazing things about them, but... read more
Cheyenne H.
I've done much remodeling with various contractors over the last four years, and Bud Remodeling has been one of the best experiences. Their prices were fair, they honored their contracts... read more
Ronda B.
Absolutely phenomenal experience with BUD Remodeling!
I found BUD Remodeling after they renovated my sister's kitchen, so I already knew their work was high quality and completed efficiently--and they... read more
Miranda Y.
Incredible experience once again with Bud Remodeling. After their work with my kitchen, we hired them again to fully remodel two bathrooms including changing the bath/shower combo from one restroom... read more
Jonathan G.
Bud remodeling has done a great job on my bathroom remodel. They have fulfilled all the functions that I wanted and it's beautiful. Jamal was great in leading us through... read more
Janne L.
I was so impressed with Bud Remodeling that I am referring them to everyone I know!! Every person, from the designer, cabinet worker, electrician, plumber and painter were very professional,... read more
Gina G.
Mo and Jamal are some of the classiest professionals you will ever meet. They installed new cabinets and counter in our kitchen in 1 week. They didn't go above budget... read more
Lester L.
I recently had the pleasure of working with Bud Remodeling for a complete kitchen and master bath remodel. Jamal was incredibly easy to work with and maintained great communication throughout... read more
Allen L.
Originally set out to change a bathtub - learned that we must gut the entire tub/tiles walls down to the stud to even put a new tub!! we decided to... read more
Sy h.
I had a great experience when they recently remodeled my bathroom shower. They did a great job and the pricing was fair.
Would strongly recommend!
Riley C.
Great experience working with Bud Remodeling for our master bathroom remodel! We replaced an old vanity, redid the shower, replaced the tub with an infrared sauna, and redid the floors... read more
Ann X.
Fantastic experience having Bud Remodeling do our kitchen. We did almost a full remodel with new cabinets, countertops, flooring, sink, lights and painting. Great communication and competitive pricing with Jamal... read more
Genesie D.
We used Bud remodeling to gut and remodel three bathrooms in our home. We are very happy with the results! Beautiful finishes and great workmanship. They don't cut corners and... read more
Cam M.
Project: remodeling of 4 secondary bathrooms, conversion of one to a shower and removal and replacement of large hallway's tile.
Timeframe: October 2024. duration, 4 weeks total
Structural... read more
Mark Gibson
Bud remodeling did a great job! They were fast and clean. The end product looks amazing! Moe and Jamal were easy to work with and truly cared that the job... read more
Michael M.
Bud remodeling truly cares and respects their work. The team listens to our needs and they make sure we are satisfied with the work they delivered. The team is responsible... read more
Kuangyu C.
Great company to work with. Moe and his team turned our old Master Bathroom into our dream bathroom. We got rid of our tub and redesigned the whole bathroom around... read more
Sean S.Bud Remodeling originally did my kitchen, downstairs bathroom, and all the downstairs flooring of my house in April 2024. Once we decided to remodel the primary and guest bathroom upstairs in November 2025, they were the only company I would consider after doing a stellar job for us earlier and then subsequently on my sister's kitchen remodel. Once again, we are so happy with how everything out. Jamal was great to work with on the initial contract, Shawn did a fantastic job managing the project, and all the subcontractors are superb. They accommodated every request we asked, including taking out part of the wall to increase glass, adding a shower ledge foot rest, and adding multiple shampoo boxes. They are highly communicative and transparent. Once they start a project, they don't waste any time. Despite the intricate tile work, these two bathrooms took only a total of six weeks, but they did them back-to-back rather than simultaneously because we needed a working shower at all times and there was about a two week break for the holidays. With 3 for 3 successful jobs in our family so far, I highly recommend this company to everyone!
Hayley Leonard Great professional team, who listens to customer, very much focused on details and delivers impeccable result. We remodeled one of our bathrooms first, and planning to use the same team again for our next project. Highly recommend them! Services Bathroom remodeling
Igor Kirilenko Moe and his crew at Bud Remodeling did an amazing job remodeling my fireplace! They're true professionals – Moe's knowledge really showed, and the crew was always courteous and listened carefully to my ideas. They kept everything clean throughout the project, which was a huge plus. I'm so happy with the final result, and I'll definitely be calling Bud Remodeling again for future projects.
Ehsan Naderi Very professional, on time, and reasonably priced! They finished the project as promised. My floors look amazing. I highly recommend Moe and his team!
Tania Hasanpoor I hired Bud Remodeling to remodel my bathroom and replace the floor carpet with vinyl, and I couldn't be happier with the results. From start to finish, the experience was excellent. Moe and his team were highly professional and attentive to detail. They communicated clearly throughout the project, keeping me informed of progress and any adjustments that needed to be made. The quality of their workmanship is outstanding — my bathroom looks fantastic, and the vinyl flooring installation is flawless. Moreover, they completed the project within the agreed timeframe and budget, which was greatly appreciated.
Maryam Amini We couldn't be happier with the experience we had with Bud Remodeling! They came to the rescue with a total kitchen, powder room, and flooring remodel after a fridge leak destroyed them. Everything was communicated well, they used to high quality materials, the craftsmanship was superior, and most of all, they moved so incredibly fast. Demo to completion was an astonishing 15 days! The process was very easy and stress free and we are thrilled with the end result!
They did an amazing job remodeling our bathrooms. It was such a easy process with them. They gave us a stress-free remodeling experience. Plus, they worked so hard to deliver on time even when it was during the holidays. They make sure that the quality of work is top notch.
Bud Remodeling was the best. During October of 2024, they remodeled two of my bathrooms and did a fantastic job. I liked the fact they had a showroom so we can visualize the outcome and their proposal was fair and set clear expectations, no hidden charges. Most importantly, they earned my trust based on the way they communicated and they way construction issues were resolved. I will be contacting them next year to remodel other rooms in my house. This is the fifth house I owned in my life and by far, they were the best contractors I ever used.
Absolutely phenomenal experience with BUD Remodeling! I found BUD Remodeling after they renovated my sister’s kitchen, so I already knew their work was high quality and completed efficiently—and they still managed to exceed my expectations. From the very first interaction, everything about working with BUD Remodeling was professional, organized, and transparent. We clearly established goals, budget, and timeline—and from the moment the contract was signed, everything stayed right on track. They completed a full house renovation in just four weeks—including demolition, new flooring upstairs and downstairs, interior paint on all walls, doors, and ceilings, plus a brand-new kitchen and powder bathroom. Every detail was handled with care and precision. When unexpected issues came up—like mold in the kitchen or uneven floors—they immediately addressed and resolved them without delay. Mo, Jamal, and Shawn were incredible to work with: communicative, proactive, and always on top of the project’s progress. Every subcontractor they brought in—electricians, cabinet installers, painters, flooring specialists—was punctual, skilled, respectful, and tidy. The team even worked weekends to keep the project on schedule. The results are stunning. Friends and family can’t believe how quickly it was completed or how high the quality is. After eight years of wanting to remodel my home, I couldn’t be happier that I chose BUD Remodeling. Their professionalism, craftsmanship, and dedication exceeded every expectation. I wholeheartedly recommend BUD Remodeling to anyone considering a renovation—you won’t find a better team! Services Home renovations
Miranda Young Fantastic experience having Bud Remodeling do our kitchen. We did almost a full remodel with new cabinets, countertops, flooring, sink, lights and painting. Great communication and competitive pricing with Jamal and Moe throughout the entire process. Their crew did amazing work as well. Will definitely recommend them to friends and family and likely use them again when we do our restrooms.
Genesie Dacanay Incredible experience once again with Bud Remodeling. After their work with my kitchen, we hired them again to fully remodel two bathrooms including changing the bath/shower combo from one restroom to the other and replacing it with a walk in shower. The price was competitive, work was high quality, and communication was excellent. Price assessment Reasonable price Services Tile work installation, Install flooring, Home renovations, Bathroom remodeling, Fan installation, Paint indoors, Painting, Repair water fixtures, Waterproofing, Interior finishing, Remodeling, Drywall installation, Plumbing fixture installation, Drywall repair, Flooring
Jonathan Go Great company to work with. Moe and his team turned our old Master Bathroom into our dream bathroom. We got rid of our tub and redesigned the whole bathroom around a 2 person sauna, whole new shower, and a modern vanity and extra storage. Overall everything came out perfectly! Had a few hiccups here and there but Moe was quick to fix any issue and communicate about updated timelines. Highly recommend!
Yousha Sarmadi Bud remodeling truly cares and respects their work. The team listens to our needs and they make sure we are satisfied with the work they delivered. The team is responsible and they are the contractors you can trust. The bathrooms before and after the remodel tell it all.
Kuangyu Chang Bud remodeling review I’m happy to finally be able to review Bud Remodeling. We are so thankful to have completed our first remodeling with them. There are many amazing things about them, but what I feel sets them aside the most is how honest these people are. You start with Jamal, who is so fun to talk to, is transparent, and always easy to reach. We always appreciated how responsive he was with every little question we had, and how he accompanied us to showrooms when selecting materials and giving us helpful advice. Once you sign and the process starts, Mo, the owner of the company, takes charge and will lead the project. His number one priority is that his customers are happy, and he will do anything for it. Since he has to oversee and coordinate with multiple crews, sometimes things don’t go perfectly smoothly - but he will always do his best to be transparent about it and you can trust him that he will be honest about everything at the end of the day. And now new to the team is Shawn, also a very nice guy with attention to detail and a great communicator. A remodel is definitely a lot of time and work, and things don’t always go as expected, which can get stressful - but the fact that we could trust these guys to always be honest and not hide things from us, and fix things when they made any mistakes, was a huge comforting factor. Another factor that sets them aside is their crew. They are very well connected with a very talented group of engineers, architects, electricians, painters, carpenters etc. and we were very satisfied with most everyone’s quality of work. There was one exception, but once we brought it up they agreed to fix it and the second round was perfect. In addition to the quality of the work, all their crew were friendly and respectful of our house which we really appreciated. I will mention that our remodel was not all perfect all the time, and there were some issues we came across we had to have a discussion with Mo/ Jamal. But, as noted above, they really do care about customer satisfaction and are willing to fix things at the end of the day. We do wish they didn’t happen in the first place, but I imagine no remodel goes without any errors/ issues and appreciate how they fixed everything. Overall we are very happy with our outcome and are very thankful that we found Bud Remodeling. We’re looking forward to our next remodeling project with them in a few years!
I've done much remodeling with various contractors over the last four years, and Bud Remodeling has been one of the best experiences. Their prices were fair, they honored their contracts without any nickel and diming, and their work was quick, efficient, and high quality. They take customer satisfaction seriously, with a refreshing 'customer is always right' mentality. That mentality starts at the top with Jamal and Mo, the owners/cofounders, and permeates through all workers. We remodeled two bathrooms, and Jamal was patient and helpful as we picked out materials in their showroom. Mo oversaw oversaw the construction quality, and Shawn masterfully scheduled work without lags between workers. The end result surpassed our expectations. Price assessment Reasonable price Services General construction
Ronda Broughton Originally set out to change a bathtub we learned that we must gut the entire tub/tiles walls down to stud to put a new tub we decided to go with a standup shower instead ..After meeting with 4 different companies we chose Bud Remodeling - Jamal was the initial sales person who quoted us a price and stuck to it even when I asked for a few extra things. Mo was also very nice and accommodating - though the timeline was extended slightly we were patient as we wanted the job done right.. and the remodel was right between the Xmas Holidays the team did a great job and we are very happy with the results.. before and after photos attached
Working with Bud Remodeling was a great experience. Moe ensured that everything moved quickly, everyone also showed up on time and the project was done very well. I would 100% recommend them and will be using them again in the future for other remodeling work.
Mo and Jamal are some of the classiest professionals you will ever meet. They installed new cabinets and counter in our kitchen in 1 week. They didn't go above budget and they finished everything before the deadline. Thank you guys!!
P G The process begins with a consultation about the property, priorities, and intended scope. Measurements and an existing-condition review provide a basis for layout decisions, 3D design where it is useful, material and finish selections, and a more complete description of the proposed work.
Before construction, related decisions are organized so that ordering, site access, sequencing, and applicable permitting requirements can be considered together. During construction, communication stays connected to the approved scope and the decisions required for the next stage of work. A final review provides an opportunity to examine the completed work and address remaining closeout items.
To discuss a specific property and scope, contact Bud Remodeling.
Visit a renovation expert in person to discuss your needs, have them go over your house, and get a detailed estimate of labour costs for the entire job. We document known scope and selections before construction; unforeseen conditions can still affect the work.
Design guidance and 3D planning are available as part of the remodeling process to help you choose materials, fixtures, and fittings that support your vision.
Where permits are required, the review process is incorporated into project planning and sequencing. Permit and review requirements depend on the project scope and the applicable jurisdiction.
Construction proceeds according to the approved scope and sequence. Schedule expectations are developed around the approved scope, selections, permit requirements, material availability, and site conditions.
The Bud Remodeling team examines each component of the finished renovation project to make sure it satisfies our high standards as well as yours.
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