Waves Remodeling
Home Remodeling · Sunnyvale, CA

Home Remodeling Contractors in Sunnyvale, CA

Every project starts as a 3D model you approve before anything gets built. Kitchens, baths, room additions, ADUs, decks, and whole-home renovations, from a design-build team headquartered right here in Sunnyvale.

Licensed & insured · CSLB #1068557 · Headquartered in Sunnyvale, building across the Bay Area

Your Design-Build Remodeling Team in Sunnyvale

Our office is on Lakeway Drive, so Sunnyvale isn’t a market we drive out to. It’s home. We’ve been remodeling Bay Area homes since 2012, family-owned the whole way, licensed and insured. Look up our CSLB number before you hire us, or anyone else.

You’ll see the finished space before we build it. Cabinet fronts, tile, where the afternoon light lands: it all gets modeled in 3D, and nothing gets ordered until you’ve looked at it and said yes. Our designers and our crews work for the same company, so when a detail needs sorting out, there’s nobody to chase and nobody to blame.

Family-Owned Since 2012 3D Renderings on Every Project Free, Itemized Estimates

Why Sunnyvale Homeowners Hire Us

What you get when the contractor’s office is in your own city.

One Contract, One Team

You hire us once. We draw it, permit it, and build it. No coordinating between an architect, a designer, and a builder who each blame the other two when the schedule slips.

Your Remodel in 3D First

A realistic model of the room you’re paying for, before we order a cabinet or open a wall. Change the tile. Move the island. Try the darker floor. At that stage it costs you nothing.

One Room or the Whole House

A single bathroom, a kitchen, a second story, a detached ADU, or a renovation that touches every room in the place. Same crew, same standard, either way.

Based in Sunnyvale

We’re in town, not a call center in another county with a local number pointed at it. Most of our projects sit in the South Bay, close enough that showing up isn’t a logistics problem.

A Project Manager Who Stays

One manager runs your job from the first consultation through the punch list. One name, one number, and someone who already knows your project’s history when you call.

Licensed, Bonded, Insured

CSLB #1068557, Class B general building contractor. California requires a license for any job over $500 in labor and materials. Ask every contractor you’re considering for theirs.

What We Do

Remodeling Services We Offer in Sunnyvale

What we build for Sunnyvale homeowners, indoors and out.

Kitchen Remodeling

Kitchen Remodeling

Cabinets, counters, islands, and a layout built around how you cook and who’s standing in the room while you do it. Kitchens are our forte.

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Bathroom Remodeling

Bathroom Remodeling

Curbless showers, double vanities, tub-to-shower conversions, and tile that still looks right ten years in. Primary baths and powder rooms both.

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Room Additions

Room Additions

An extra bedroom, a home office with a door that closes, more living space, or a full second story. We start with what your lot and your foundation will carry.

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Home Remodeling

Home Remodeling

Whole-house renovations, including the parts nobody photographs: rewiring, repiping, structural work, and the permits that come attached to all of it.

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Deck Builders

Deck Builders

Decks, patios, and outdoor rooms. Built for a climate that lets you use the backyard most of the year, out of materials that hold up to being outside in it.

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ADU Construction

ADU Construction

Detached ADUs and junior ADUs under 500 square feet. Rental income, a relative who needs their own front door, or an office that isn’t the spare bedroom. City paperwork is ours.

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Service Area

Sunnyvale and the Cities Around It

We work all over Sunnyvale, and the crews range wider than that, across the South Bay and up the Peninsula. We take work throughout the greater Bay Area.

Areas served

Sunnyvale Mountain View Santa Clara Cupertino Los Altos Palo Alto San Jose Campbell Saratoga Los Gatos Milpitas Menlo Park Redwood City

Headquartered at 710 Lakeway Drive, Sunnyvale, building across Santa Clara and San Mateo counties.

Remodeling Built for Sunnyvale Homes

What It Takes to Remodel a Sunnyvale Home

Most houses here are postwar ranch: three bedrooms, twelve hundred square feet, a kitchen with a wall around it. That wall is usually the first thing we take out.

The Eichlers are the exception. Sunnyvale has about 1,100 of them across sixteen tracts, including Fairbrae, Rancho Verde, Fairwood, and pockets of Cherry Chase. Those neighborhoods carry city design guidelines covering rooflines and windows, and we design inside them.

Cherry Chase Ponderosa Park Birdland Fairbrae Rancho Verde Fairwood Ortega Park Sunnyvale Manor

How It Works

What Happens After You Call Us

1

Consultation

We come to the house, measure, listen, and give you a straight read on what your budget covers. Costs nothing.

2

Design & Planning

Layouts, materials, fixtures, and a scope written down in enough detail that nobody argues about it in month three.

3

3D Rendering

We model the space and hand it to you. This is the cheapest point in the whole project to change your mind, so use it.

4

Permits & Construction

We file with the city, pull the permits, and build. You get a schedule and a project manager who keeps it current.

5

Final Walkthrough

We go through the finished job together and write down anything that isn’t right. Then we fix it, and only then is it done.

Recent Remodels, Before and After

Two of these sit in Sunnyvale and Cupertino. The third is up the Peninsula in Burlingame. Photographed as they were, before and after.

Sunnyvale Bathroom Remodel

Sunnyvale Bathroom Remodel

An oversized drop-in tub was eating half the floor. It’s gone. In its place: a glass-walled walk-in shower, a floating wood vanity under a quartz counter, an LED mirror, and large-format gray tile that keeps the grout lines to a minimum.

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Cupertino Kitchen Remodel

Cupertino Kitchen Remodel

A dated kitchen stripped back and rebuilt: new cabinetry, new counters, new lighting, and a much brighter room at the end of it.

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Burlingame Home Addition

Burlingame Home Addition

More square footage on an existing house, with the new framing, roofline, and exterior finished to match what was already standing.

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Reviews From Sunnyvale and Around the Bay

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We did our kitchen remodel with Waves Remodeling, and Eli was our project manager. He was easy to work with, super approachable, and kept things simple the whole way through. He checked in often, made sure everything stayed on track, and handled any small issues quickly without making it a big deal. The team did solid work, and you can see it in the details. Our kitchen looks clean, modern, and feels much more functional now. The whole experience was smooth and not stressful, which we really appreciated. Overall, really happy we went with them and with Eli managing the project.
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We worked with Ben from Waves Remodeling to turn our kitchen into an open concept space, and honestly it came out better than we expected. He helped us figure out what walls to remove and how to make everything feel connected without overcomplicating it. The whole process felt pretty straightforward, no stress, no confusion. His crew showed up on time, kept things clean, and just got it done right. The space now feels bigger, brighter, and way more usable for everyday life. You can tell they know what they’re doing. Super happy with how it turned out. Would definitely work with Ben again.
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We had a great experience working with Ben, Tom, and the team at Waves Remodeling on building our ADU in Palo Alto. From start to finish, the process felt organized, professional, and well-managed. Tom, the project manager, was excellent to work with. He was always on top of things, responsive, and made sure everything kept moving forward smoothly. Any time we had questions or needed clarification, he was quick to respond and explain things in a clear, simple way. It made a big difference having someone reliable managing the day-to-day. Ben and the team helped guide us through the entire process—from planning and design to permits and construction. They were very knowledgeable about the city requirements in Palo Alto, which helped avoid delays and made the process much easier for us. The quality of work really shows. The ADU came out beautiful, clean, and well-built. Everything feels solid and thoughtfully done, from the layout to the finishes. You can tell they care about the details and don’t cut corners. Overall, it was a smooth and positive experience. We’re very happy with the result and would definitely recommend Ben, Tom, and Waves Remodeling to anyone looking to build an ADU or take on a serious home project.
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We hired Waves Remodeling for a second story addition and worked directly with the Ben .overall really good experience. It’s the biggest project we ever did . Ben was involved the whole time and easy to communicate with any time we had questions or something came up. it was available explaining things in a simple way the call showed up kept the work moving. Of course, there were a few bumps along the way they can handle a construction job, but nothing crazy and everything got handled Would definitely recommend Waves Remodeling if you’re doing a big project like this
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The full remodel completed by Ben and the Waves Remodeling team was handled with a level of organization and care that made a complex project feel manageable. From early planning through final details, every phase was approached thoughtfully and with clear intent. Structural work, systems, finishes, and layouts were all coordinated seamlessly, avoiding the common disconnects that often happen in large remodels. Communication remained consistent, expectations were set realistically, and decisions were made with both functionality and longevity in mind. The team maintained a clean, respectful job site and took pride in the quality of execution at every step. What stands out most is how cohesive the final result feels — nothing appears rushed or pieced together. The home now feels refined, balanced, and purposefully redesigned, reflecting a remodel done right from the inside out.
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The planning and design process with Ben and the Waves Remodeling team was one of the strongest parts of the project. From the start, there was a clear effort to truly understand how we live and how the space needed to function, not just how it should look. Ideas were thoughtfully developed, refined, and translated into practical, buildable plans. Design decisions were guided by experience, budget awareness, and long-term value, which made the entire process feel grounded and intentional. Communication was clear, and every option was explained with pros, cons, and implications. Nothing felt rushed or pushed. By the time construction began, the vision was fully aligned, which avoided surprises and unnecessary changes. The result reflects careful planning, smart design choices, and a level of foresight that made the entire project smoother and more successful.
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The landscape project completed by Ben and the Waves Remodeling team completely reshaped the way our property looks and feels. From the earliest conversations, it was clear that the approach was thoughtful and grounded in long-term performance, not just visual impact. Every element — grading, drainage, hardscape, planting, and lighting — was planned to work together as a single system rather than as separate features. Execution was methodical and well organized. The site remained clean, progress was clearly communicated, and decisions were discussed before work moved forward. What stood out most was the attention given to details that are often hidden, such as proper base preparation, water management, and transitions between materials. These choices make the space feel solid and intentional, not rushed or decorative. The finished landscape feels natural and balanced, with a strong sense of flow between the house and the outdoor areas. It’s a space that invites daily use, not just occasional enjoyment. Beyond aesthetics, the work added real functionality and long-term value to the property. The result reflects craftsmanship, experience, and a genuine respect for how outdoor spaces should be built to last.
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The stucco, roof, and backyard work done by Ben and the Waves Remodeling team was handled with a high level of care and professionalism. The scope required coordination between multiple trades, and everything was executed cleanly and efficiently. The stucco finish is smooth and consistent, the roof work feels solid and well detailed, and the backyard now feels intentional rather than pieced together. Communication throughout the process was clear, and issues were addressed quickly without shortcuts. The end result feels durable, cohesive, and thoughtfully built, not rushed or cosmetic.
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I had a wonderful experience with my kitchen remodeling job from start to finish. I usually find this kind of project to be especially daunting, but Tom was there at every step to help me understand the process, choose the right materials, and plan for the work. He has a great eye for design and I am very please with all of his suggestions for color, texture and layout. Tom and all the workers who did the construction were very efficient and professional. The quality of the work was excellent and it was done much more quickly than I expected.
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I had an initial call with Tom to discover the possibilities of building an ADU. They explained different scenarios, constraints and the approximate cost range. He went above and beyond explaining the different stages and if it makes sense to build an ADU. He is customer focused and thinks from their perspective.

FAQ

Do I need a permit to remodel my kitchen in Sunnyvale?

Not for countertops or cabinet refacing. You do need one to replace the cabinets themselves, and moving a wall or window sends the plans through the One-Stop Permit Center at City Hall. We file either way.

Can I build an ADU on my lot in Sunnyvale?

That comes down to your lot size, your setbacks, and how much is already built on it. We check what the property allows before drawing anything, then carry the permits and code compliance.

Can you remodel an Eichler?

Sunnyvale has about 1,100 of them across sixteen tracts. They come with radiant heat in the slab, post-and-beam framing, and city design guidelines covering rooflines and window replacements. We price all of that in before we start.

How long will my remodel take?

Depends on scope. A full-home renovation usually runs three to six months of construction, and a single bathroom is far shorter. City plan review comes first either way.

How much do you take up front?

California caps it at $1,000 or 10% of the contract price, whichever is less. We don’t ask for more. Everything after that tracks work completed, on a schedule written into your contract.

How do I get started?

Call (408) 637-6142, email info@wavesremodelingca.com, or pick a time on our online calendar. Bring photos if you’ve been saving them.

Thinking About a Sunnyvale Remodel?

Call, and we’ll come look at the space, tell you what it takes, and put real numbers on it. The estimate is free and itemized, and it’s yours to keep whether you hire us or not.