Lumina Builders Inc.

Julie Luke

2024-02

We hired Lumina for a complete master bath remodel after seeing work they did for a friend of ours. Shon was our project manager and was very attentive, was here everyday to inspect project progress, and did everything to ensure we were happy with everything. The crew was great, always courteous, and cleaned up so well at the end of every single day. We LOVE our new bathroom!We would definitely use Lumina for another project and would recommend Lumina to anyone else looking!

Eden Piskhakov

2024-02

We have decided to remodel our 50 years old house in stages and we interviewed a handful of companies. We have decided to hire Lumina builders to begin with our master bathroom due to their expertise and good recommendations.Now after the project is done, we can say that we have made a great decision and we are extremely happy with our new bathroom!!Communication throughout was helpful to us as this was our first remodel. We were on the loop and knew exactly what was going on, on a daily basis.Our project manager, Shon, was great to work with and was very responsive to any questions or concerns we had.We are already planning our next project and we would highly recommend Lumina builders to others!

Michael Bird

2024-03

I worked with Alon to remodel my small condo bathroom, replacing a nasty old plastic prefabbed tub with a beautifully tiled custom shower.It was somewhat challenging to find people willing to take on such a small job, or to do so at a (by San Diego standards) reasonable price, but Lumina took it on and did so in under six weeks from start of work.There were some hiccups along the way, including some minor delays and a couple of minor fit-and finish issues with the work itself, but Alon either identified those errors himself, and promptly informed me of what delay they'd cause, or immediately rectified them when I noticed something myself. There's no such thing as a perfect contractor, but with Alon we had somebody who was straightforward and honest with us. The end result is a beautiful bathroom that we can look forward to using for many years to come.

Christine Bailey

2023-10

We worked with Lumina Builders for a complete remodel of our kitchen, master bath, my daughter's bathroom and our laundry room - as well as an adding on a brand new office to our home - and - new flooring throughout the whole house.  It was an amazing and wonderful experience!  Ron G. managed the entire process and he was just fabulous!!  The attention to detail, professionalism, problem-solving, reliability, industry knowledge and contacts, guidance at every step - Ron was incredible, he made this experience enjoyable!  He kept everyone on task and on schedule; he came up with solutions when we hit any kind of construction road-block. Ron even provided helpful tools to track project expenses and our budget. We have done other remodels on our home - this was by far the very best experience we have had!  I would recommend Lumina Builders without hesitation. Thank you Ron and team!!

Cecilia Hart

2024-02

Not just a good job, but a FANTASTIC job, a dream kitchen is what it is.I never thought i will have a kitchen like that.Shon was my project manager, he was here everyday and make sure everything was done properly, even the small details.All the in-house employees was really excellent on their job, they knew what they are doing.I also did my roof with them in 2 and a half days job between the storms.Thank you shon and lumina builders i will definitely will use you again in the future!

OB

2023-10

We worked with Lumina Builders for a complete remodel of our two bathrooms, which were damaged due to a flood. Our neighbor highly recommended Mr. David Lupu and his company, Lumina, and he provided us with the best estimate. He guided us through the entire process, demonstrating excellent attention to detail, professionalism, problem-solving skills, reliability, and guidance at every step.David and his crew were incredible. All of the Lumina workers were very attentive, polite, and friendly. It was a fantastic experience working with all of them.The two bathrooms turned out beautifully, and the quality of craftsmanship was exceptional. We highly recommend Lumina and plan to use them again for our home improvement needs. Thank you, David, for providing us with such an awesome experience.

jean hoetzl

2023-10

We undertook a major renovation of a house we have had for a while. This involved stripping the house down to the base and doing a full remodel. We had the added challenge of being based in the UK, so it was going to be challenging dealing with different time zones. I have to say working with Ron has been the best experience I have ever had with contractors. He was in constant communication with me throughout the remodel, stuck within budget and was flexible to help when I was not able to pay directly for items due to international boundary issues. It was not a straightforward renovation either and yet he made it seem a much easier renovation than expected. You really do get a truly personalised service and I will be more than happy to recommend Ron and Lumina on to others.Services: Kitchen countertop installation, Tile work installation, Install flooring, Fan installation, Bathtub replacement, Repair water fixtures, Exterior painting, Remodeling, Interior structural repairs, Drywall installation, Kitchen cabinet design, Plumbing fixture installation, Kitchen cabinet installation

Eden Pinhas

2023-12

I had such a good experience working with them! David from Lumina Builders is so professional and I highly recommend working with him! Everything was done on time and in perfect order and quality.He walked us through every step of our renovation and was there to answer any questions or give a solution through the proses. Highly recommend!

Nick Veomett

2023-06

We have our dream kitchen thanks to Lumina! David was so helpful and receptive in scoping the project and helping us understand the process. Our project manager Omer was awesome to work with -- he was on site making sure everything was done efficiently and managing snags as they came up.We came with plans in hand, but of course everything changed as construction started (old house with plenty of surprises) and the Lumina team helped us modify as we went. It turned out beyond our expectations. Highly recommend Lumina!Service: Kitchen design

Nathan Feneis

2024-03

We had a great experience with Lumina Builders. We hired them to do a full exterior remodel (roof, stucco, insulation) and an electrical re-wire. They also did some drywall work, framing repairs, and plumbing repairs. The house turned out great. We are very happy with the final product.Our project manager was Ron. He did a great job. His communication was excellent. He also stopped by the house frequently. He moved things along at a fast pace. He also had good attention to detail. If one of the subcontractors did something wrong, Ron would make sure it got done right. He also just really knows his stuff and was a great resource for us as we made decisions about the project. I would definitely hire Ron and Lumina Builders again.

Pamela Shubert

2024-01

Lumina Builders just completed a condo bedroom redo for me. It looks great and was completed in only 1 week instead of the estimated 2 weeks. They are very professional and know what they are doing using quality materials. Shon was my project manager and kept me up to date on each part. He took my "I want list" and made it happen with beautiful flooring, paint, window shades, shelving, closet doors and lighting. All the workers just came in and went right to the project at hand without wasting any time.Most companies only want to do big jobs and would not even consider such a small request. I am so happy to find Lumina Builders and would recommend them to others. Thank you for a job well done.

Jason Halperin

2024-04

We can not be more happy with our garage to ADU renovation and living room expansion. Our project manager Ron Gauzner exceeded all of our expectations!! He was so professional, creative, design forward and communicative. I could not recommend Lumina and Ron more highly.We chose Lumina Builders after another contractor became ill and could not start the project. Lumina had to save us from an architectural design flaw and worked tirelessly with the original architect who needed frequent coaching from Ron's team. Needless to say, Ron guided us through this project and delivered beyond our expectations. Our family loves our new home! We will only use Lumina Builders for our future projects.

David Kiley

2023-05

We just finished our long-awaited kitchen remodel and could not be happier. We were new to the process, so we contacted several companies for consultation and bids. Many of these companies left us with more questions than we had before and no real direction about where to start. Daniel Dechner of Lumina explained the whole process in detail and made us much more comfortable throughout the project. He and his team were very responsive to any concerns we had along the way. I highly recommend Lumina Builders for your next project. You won’t regret it.

Michael Danino

2023-12

I had the honor of renovating the whole house with lumina, David is a professional, who knows how to give peace of mind during the renovation, the result is perfect and I am so satisfied. Thank you David for making my dream come true

Elisabet Alvarado

2023-12

After contacting many companies, Lumina Builders Inc was the best price competitive for our home project. We hired Lumina Builders Inc for a second story Master bedroom with restroom and closet and a full patio with concrete. Alon R. was our project manager, he was amazing. Alon provided exceptional customer service and professionalism. He guided and explained every step of the process with us. Alon and the entire project crew were professional and great to interact with. All material used in the construction and inside (fixtures) were high-quality; service was quick and reliable; project crew highly skilled; and Alon was trustworthy and professional. In fact, a month later after the project was completed, Alon reached out to us and asked us if we were happy and if everything was okay. What company does that? Outstanding, Thank you Alon for providing us with a fantastic experience.

David Estes

2024-03

Lumina builders helped us out 4 years after our job was completed. They adjusted some flooring that had shifted over time at no charge. They also offered to correct some pealing that happened in a tub that had been resurfaced. Thank you Lumina for going above and beyond!

mimi sells

2021-05

After a year of living in our dated Bird Rock home, we were finally ready to tackle a major renovation. We needed to completely remodel the kitchen, two bathrooms, a bedroom suite, plus new flooring and full interior paint. After consulting with several builders, we chose Lumina Builders.From the start, our project manager Oded Friedman was honest and resourceful in helping us navigate a major remodel and the dozens of design decisions required. He has a strong artistic sense along with deep construction knowledge so we always felt in good hands. Additionally, our construction lead, George, was a perfectionist about detail work so everything was done beautifully.We never experienced the issue of "change orders" jacking up the price. The only time we paid extra was when we discovered that all of our old plumbing was rotting. That wasn't part of the original bid so we paid for that directly to the plumber. With every other unexpected problem, Lumina absorbed the cost.Considering that we did all this work during Covid 19, it's a miracle we finished only a couple months late. To keep us safe, they staged construction so that we could remain in our house. For example, during those scary, early days of Covid, we stayed snugly inside an unused downstairs bedroom/bathroom while work took place upstairs and around us.We are now daily enjoying the beautiful look and modern comforts of our renovated home.Services: Tile work installation, Install flooring, Demolition, Paint indoors, Remodeling, Drywall installation, Plumbing fixture installation, Repair flooring

Chris Bender

2024-03

Lumina completed a whole house reno, and it is absolutely stunning. Amazing.But here's the real reason for a five-star. They didn't disappear after the project was over. There was a rather large issue that came up (unforeseen/unanticipated during the reno) but David stood behind Lumina's work and corrected it - even going out of his way to find the original material that was discontinued.This level of commitment is very hard to find in a builder. Highly recommend!

Chloe Mangold

2023-10

We had a great experience with Ron and Lumina builders. They were helpful, fast and professional.We were able to accomplish so much in a relatively short amount of time. We have a great new bathroom, finished garage, patio, roof, windows, closets & so much more. Ron handled all of the coordinating which helped us navigate the process.Overall, would definitely use them again or recommend to a friend.

Michael Walters

2021-05

David from lumina builders was an absolute pleasure to work with he remodeled my mother's bathroom and it turned out absolutely amazing. His workers were always on time never left a mess.I would highly recommend this company I will definitely use them again in the future.they also came in with the best price.Services: Tile work installation, Install flooring, Design, Tile work replacement, Demolition, Refurbishment, Remodeling, Plumbing fixture installation, Repair flooring, Flooring

Hai Kaner

2023-12

I had my parents home remodelled in La Jolla. A 3bd 2bathDavid the owner worked directly with us and he was super helpful and very professionalWe are very happy with the outcome of this projectWorking with David was a pleasure and easyHighly recommended great job!!!

Roberta Rosenthal

2023-05

Lumina Builders just completed removing a wall between our family & living rooms & we couldn't be more pleased with the process & results. Alon was our project manager & from the moment he stepped into our house for the estimate until the project was completed, he was helpful, knowledgeable & responsive. His communication was beyond all expectations. We weren't sure what direction to go with opening up space in our house, and Alon made great suggestions without being the least bit pushy. He explained the process & associated costs thoroughly. The outcome left our home transformed.The owner, David and the construction team headed by Ros were also fantastic. We highly recommend Lumina without hesitation.

Michele Miller-Ho

2023-05

David and his team completed a kitchen cabinet installation and the quality and responsiveness of his team was impressive. They arrived early, asked questions, did a thorough job in a very reasonable amount of time. They cleaned up and left the space so much better than when they arrived!Highly recommend.Service: Kitchen cabinet installation

steven valdez

2020-05

Our family just had a highly satisfying first time renovation project with Lumina Builders …. Our old kitchen was modernized and the adjacent toilet was converted to a full toilet and bath. Since we are novice in this area, we utilized help to identify a few builders we can choose from.We invited three (3) contractors and David with Lumina builders was outright impressive.He accommodated all the ideas of family members.  His accurate and concrete conceptualization matched our ideas. He verbalized the plans in a very understandable manner with an open mind to suggestions and whims of the homeowner. And the quote was the most fair and reasonable.It is admirable how he orchestrated a pool of workers coming and going.. with synchronized movement. The workers were mostly pleasant and seemed comfy with us hovering sometimes and anxious of the results of the task on hand.The project proceeded well, with minimum lapses. What  helped a lot was the accessibility of David who regularly monitored the site and answered all calls and text messages he was courteous throughout the encounter and his "gift" including his person skills facilitated communication to be open.The project was done within the agreed schedule. Since our kitchen and dining area is our "command center" in the house, the fantastic work of art of Lumina Builders make our every minute stay in the place most satisfying and enjoyable. Our family and friends who visited love it.. especially the backsplash and the wide toilet and bath.We will definitely recommend Davids group to our acquaintances.

Dina Helbig

2021-05

Ron of Lumina Builders was a joy to work with on our master bath remodel! From the day he arrived to give an estimate to the day of completion, Ron was honest, attentive, responsive, and highly competent.Honest because he never once under estimated costs or hid costs. In fact, that first meeting he didn't even give an actual estimate because he went back to the shop to calculate a real estimate of time and materials. He did not ever say, "don't worry about it" instead he said "let me explain it to you." For me personally that is how I like to operate when I am spending thousands of dollars. I prefer to be told everything in order to make a decision, not depend on an "expert" to tell me what I want, that is attention that I require when working on large jobs.But do not get me wrong, Ron is an expert at his job. He learned about us and our wants and then he delivered on those, just as he promised that he would. He was on the job site several days each week to assess, to ask for our input, and to respond. He hired contractors that were efficient, professional, and friendly. Every worry I had (and I shared them all with him), he addressed until I was completely satisfied. Sometimes that involved re-doing work (I did not like the first 2 paint choices) and sometimes that involved re-figuring how to do something (had to move an already moved ceiling fixture because the new shower door was impacted). All because the contractors were highly competent and would not leave until they were sure we felt confident in the final product.Overall, I could not be happier with the remodel and every moment I spend in my new master bath reassures me that we picked the right company for this job.

Ann Mathis

2023-05

Alon was a pleasure to work with! We had a leak in our shower and decided to redo the whole shower. He was faster than promised. Stood by all his words. And we are so happy after finishing the shower, we decided to do a 3D design with Alon for our kitchen to move forward with a kitchen renovation. Alon is super knowledgable and has made the process very easy for us.

Mark B

2018-05

Two years ago, we purchased a house that needed some updating, so we went looking for a reliable contractor. Based on family recommendations, we chose Lumina Builders to help us with the updates in our home. We were looking to have walls moved, bathroom remodeled, convert a laundry room into a wet bar and have some other things done. We worked with Mor who was our project manager. She was very knowledgeable and helpful with our needs. We appreciated that the pricing for what we needed was competitively priced and the quality of work exceeded our expectations. During any of the jobs, the contractors advised us on small improvements to make the overall finished job even better. I cannot express how rare this combination of attributes is. Over multiple projects, we have been very pleased with Lumina Builders. We are fans for life.

Lisa Busalacchi

2021-05

I Can't say enough about Lumina Builders and the owner David and his project managers and the whole team. They came in and made the 60s kitchen I'm living in that was once my grandparents into the most beautiful open kitchen!! They took down a wall, and completely gutted the whole thing and now it's modern, big and open! They're design team was awesome too!! He quoted me about 60 days to do the work and only because it was the holidays so there was down time, it was just a few days more!! They were polite, neat and cleaned up every day before they left! There's nothing in there that I would change!! I've called a few times since to ask questions about things and a few minor adjustments needed to be made and someone came out right away and fixed it, no questions asked! In the beginning I told him my budget and the whole job even came in a little bit under! I highly recommend this company to do whatever remodeling you need some!!

Laura Franzen

2020-05

We contracted Lumina for an extensive remodel on our duplex in San Diego – two kitchens, two bathrooms, hardwood floor work, window installs and outside painting. Lumina Builders acted as our GC and we were very pleased with their work from design through construction, and with the professionalism and technical skill of our Project Manager, Joey Dahan! All of Lumina’s subcontractors were professional, timely, talented craftsmen. Joey’s hands on management style, creative ideas and professional contacts in the city made the job go smoothly and according to spec and contract. We would enthusiastically recommend these builders for any project, large or small.

Michele Riehm

2022-05

Lumina builders did a fabulous job on our master bathroom as you can see by these photos. Omri Motale was wonderful as a project manager. He was always coming by to insure everything went well. He worked closely with us to make sure the design was exactly what we wanted. Omri is highly knowledgeable about all aspects of bathroom remodeling. I would use this company again in a heartbeat.