Quick answer: A licensed general contractor in Los Angeles typically costs $15,000–$65,000 for a bathroom remodel, $30,000–$150,000 for a kitchen remodel, $90,000–$180,000 for a room addition, and $80,000–$320,000 for an ADU — GC fees (10-20%) are already included in these ranges. APLA Construction (CA Lic #1136359) provides free itemized estimates for any project size in Greater Los Angeles.
Finding a dependable general contractor in Los Angeles is one of the most important decisions a property owner can make. APLA Construction Group Inc. (CA Lic #1136359) has completed hundreds of residential and small commercial projects throughout Greater Los Angeles – from Malibu and the San Fernando Valley to Long Beach, Pasadena, and everything in between. We handle every phase of your project: design coordination, permits, construction, inspections, and final walkthrough.
General contractor costs in Los Angeles depend on the type and scope of work. Here are realistic cost ranges for the most common project types in the LA market in 2026:
| Project Type | Typical Cost Range | Notes |
| Kitchen remodel | $30,000–$150,000 | Mid-range remodel averages $45,000–$75,000 |
| Bathroom remodel | $15,000–$65,000 | Full primary bath renovation averages $30,000–$50,000 |
| Room addition (400 sq ft) | $90,000–$180,000 | Includes permits, foundation, framing, electrical, plumbing, finishes |
| Second story addition | $220,000–$500,000+ | Depends on existing home size and structural complexity |
| ADU – garage conversion | $80,000–$150,000 | Studio or 1-bedroom unit |
| ADU – detached new construction | $150,000–$320,000 | 400–1,200 sq ft standalone unit |
| Whole house remodel | $180,000–$500,000+ | Depends on square footage and scope |
| New home construction | $350,000–$700,000+ | Ground-up build in Los Angeles |
| Small commercial build-out | $50,000–$250,000 | Depends on size and use type |
General contractor fees in Los Angeles typically run 10-20% of the total project cost, which is included in the all-in estimates above. APLA Construction provides free, itemized estimates so you know exactly what you are paying for before any work begins.
APLA Construction serves all of Greater Los Angeles including the San Fernando Valley (Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Encino, Tarzana, Woodland Hills, Northridge, Chatsworth, Granada Hills, Porter Ranch), West LA (Santa Monica, Culver City, Mar Vista, Brentwood, Venice, Marina del Rey, Westwood, Pacific Palisades), South Bay (Torrance, Redondo Beach, Manhattan Beach, Hawthorne, Gardena, El Segundo, Hermosa Beach), and communities including Pasadena, Glendale, Burbank, Malibu, Long Beach, Koreatown, Highland Park, Silver Lake, Atwater Village, and Echo Park.
Beyond Los Angeles County: APLA also works throughout Ventura County (Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley, Camarillo, Oxnard, Ventura, Moorpark) and Orange County (Irvine, Anaheim, Huntington Beach, Newport Beach, Santa Ana, Costa Mesa). A California contractor’s license is valid statewide — what changes between counties is the permit path, which we handle as part of the project.
Every project follows the same proven process:
Visit cslb.ca.gov and search by license number or company name. APLA Construction holds CA Lic #1136359 – active and in good standing. Always verify before signing any contract, and require certificates of insurance for general liability and workers compensation.
A general contractor manages the entire project – permits, scheduling, subcontractors, quality control, and client communication. Subcontractors are specialty tradespeople (electricians, plumbers, framers) hired by the GC to complete specific scopes. When you work with APLA, you have one point of contact for everything.
Yes – most structural, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work in Los Angeles requires permits from LADBS (the LA Department of Building and Safety). This includes kitchen remodels with plumbing changes, bathroom additions, room additions, ADUs, and new construction. APLA Construction manages all permit applications and inspector coordination. Unpermitted work creates serious problems at resale and with insurance.
Project costs vary by type: kitchen remodels run $30,000-$150,000; bathroom remodels $15,000-$65,000; room additions $90,000-$180,000; ADUs $80,000-$320,000 depending on type; and whole house remodels $180,000-$500,000+. GC fees (10-20% of project cost) are built into these figures. APLA provides free detailed estimates so you know the full cost before committing.
Timelines vary by project type. Kitchen remodels typically take 6-10 weeks. Bathroom remodels take 4-8 weeks. Room additions take 4-7 months including permitting. ADUs take 8-16 months from consultation to move-in. New construction can take 12-24 months. APLA provides a written project schedule before work begins.
Yes. APLA Construction serves homeowners (remodels, ADUs, additions, new builds) and small business owners (retail build-outs, office renovations, tenant improvements). We focus on residential and small commercial projects throughout greater Los Angeles.
Ready to start your Los Angeles construction project? APLA Construction Group Inc. offers free, no-obligation on-site consultations throughout greater LA. We respond within 24 hours and provide a detailed written estimate within one week of your site visit.
Call: (818) 818-4419
Email: info@aplaconstruction.com
CA Lic #1136359 | Serving all of Greater Los Angeles
Alongside kitchens, additions and ADUs, APLA handles the exterior work that keeps a Los Angeles home weather-tight. Cracked or spalling stucco is the most common call — the stucco repair cost guide for Los Angeles covers 2026 pricing by crack type and wall area. Once patching has cured, fresh paint is what makes the repair disappear; the exterior house painting cost guide for Los Angeles breaks pricing down by home size, surface and coastal exposure.
APLA Construction Group Inc. (CA Lic #1136359) builds across greater Los Angeles. Explore our core services and popular service areas:
Popular areas we serve: Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Pasadena, Brentwood, Malibu, and Studio City. Beyond Los Angeles County we also build throughout Ventura County and Orange County.
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