Orange County's trusted general contractor for kitchens, baths and home additions
Benitez Contractors is a full service general contracting and remodeling company based in Orange, California. We handle design, permitting and construction under one contract, with one project manager and a written scope before anything starts.
- Licensed and insured
- 15+ years experience
- All 35 Orange County cities
- Written scope before work begins
Licensed and insured
California general contractor, current COI on request
Weekly written updates
Progress and photos every week, no chasing
Written change orders
Nothing added to your bill without approval
One project manager
A single named contact for your whole project
Who we are
Benitez Contractors is a licensed general contracting and home remodeling company headquartered at 11252 S Espanita St in Orange, CA. We specialize in kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, home additions, accessory dwelling units, seismic retrofits, outdoor living and whole home renovations for homeowners across Orange County, California. What separates us is process discipline rather than sales pitch: a written scope before construction, a dedicated project manager, weekly photo updates, signed change orders for any addition to scope, and a formal punch list you sign off before final payment.
What we do
Full service general contracting across Orange County
Fifteen service categories and more than 150 individual services, all delivered under one contract and one schedule.
Kitchen Remodeling
Full kitchen remodels, custom cabinetry, countertops and open concept conversions.
20 servicesBathroom Remodeling
Master baths, walk-in showers, custom vanities and accessible upgrades.
20 servicesHome Additions
Room additions, second stories, master suites, in-law suites and conversions.
17 servicesAccessory Dwelling Units
Detached, attached and junior ADUs, garage conversions, design and permitting.
10 servicesSeismic Retrofits and Structural
Foundation bolting, cripple wall bracing, shear walls and soft-story retrofits.
12 servicesOutdoor Living
Decks, patios, outdoor kitchens, pergolas, fire features and outdoor lighting.
18 servicesWhole Home Renovations
Coordinated top-to-bottom renovations under one contract and one schedule.
3 servicesCommercial Construction
Office and retail build-outs, tenant improvements and commercial kitchens.
6 services
Why Benitez
Why Orange County homeowners choose us
Most remodeling complaints are not about craftsmanship. They are about communication, surprise costs and unfinished work. We built our process specifically around those three.
- Clear communication and weekly updates: A written progress update with photos every week, without you having to chase anyone for it.
- Transparent pricing and written change orders: Nothing gets added to your invoice without a change order you approved in writing first.
- Licensed, insured and locally established: Fifteen plus years working in Orange County, with the permit and code knowledge that comes from it.
- Craftsmanship that holds up: Proper substrates, correct waterproofing, and finish work that still looks right in year ten.
- One dedicated project manager: A single named contact who knows your project, from first walkthrough through final punch list.
- Clean sites and respect for your home: Daily cleanup, dust containment, protected floors, and crews who treat the house as somebody lives there.
Our work
Recent Orange County projects
Real projects, real scopes, real timelines. Filter the full gallery by service or by city.
Kitchen remodel
Scope, city, timeline and before and after photography will be published here as project documentation is finalized.
Primary bathroom remodel
Scope, city, timeline and before and after photography will be published here as project documentation is finalized.
Covered patio and outdoor kitchen
Scope, city, timeline and before and after photography will be published here as project documentation is finalized.
How it works
Our process, start to finish
The same six steps on every project, so you always know what happens next and who to call.
Free consultation
We walk the space, listen to what you actually need, and talk through what is realistic.
Detailed proposal and scope
A written scope with line item pricing, allowances stated plainly, and a real schedule.
Permitting and preparation
Drawings, plan check submittal, corrections, material ordering and site protection.
Professional construction
Sequenced trades, weekly photo updates, daily cleanup, and inspections at every stage.
Walkthrough and punch list
We walk it together, write down every item, and finish them before final payment.
Support and warranty
A written workmanship warranty, plus 30 day and 11 month follow up check ins.
Free tools
Get a ballpark before you call anyone
Nine free calculators built on real Orange County pricing. No email required to see your estimate.
Common questions
Questions Orange County homeowners ask us
Short, direct answers. The full FAQ hub covers more than 45 questions across every service.
How much does a kitchen remodel cost in Orange County?
Most full kitchen remodels in Orange County land between $45,000 and $110,000, depending on size, cabinetry grade, countertop material, and whether layout or plumbing changes. Cosmetic refreshes that keep the existing footprint run lower. We give you a written, itemized number after walking the space.
How long does a typical bathroom remodel take?
A standard hall bathroom usually takes three to five weeks of active construction. A primary bathroom with a custom tile shower, relocated fixtures, or heated floors typically runs five to eight weeks. Permit review and material lead times sit on top of that and are the most common source of delay.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. Benitez Contractors is a licensed California general contractor carrying general liability and workers compensation coverage. You can verify any California contractor license directly through the CSLB website, and we provide current certificates of insurance on request before work begins.
Do you handle permits and inspections?
Yes. We prepare the drawings, submit to your city building department, respond to plan check corrections, and schedule every inspection through final sign off. Orange County has 34 separate jurisdictions with their own requirements, and knowing each one is a large part of keeping a schedule realistic.
What areas of Orange County do you serve?
We work throughout Orange County, including Anaheim, Santa Ana, Irvine, Huntington Beach, Garden Grove, Fullerton, Orange, Costa Mesa, Newport Beach, Mission Viejo and 25 more cities. Our office is in Orange, which keeps us within a reasonable drive of every job we take.
Do I need a seismic retrofit on my home?
Most likely if your house was built before 1980 and sits on a raised foundation with a crawl space. The two classic weaknesses are a mudsill that was never bolted to the foundation and cripple walls that were never braced. Both are fixable, and we can tell you after a crawl space inspection.
Where we work
Proudly serving all of Orange County
Our office is in Orange, which keeps us close to every job we take. Each city page covers local permit requirements, common housing stock and neighborhood specifics.
- Anaheim
- Santa Ana
- Irvine
- Huntington Beach
- Garden Grove
- Fullerton
- Orange
- Costa Mesa
- Mission Viejo
- Westminster
- Newport Beach
- Buena Park
- Lake Forest
- Tustin
- Yorba Linda
- Fountain Valley
- Laguna Niguel
- San Clemente
- La Habra
- Cypress
- Rancho Santa Margarita
- Seal Beach
- Placentia
- Brea
- Stanton
- San Juan Capistrano
- Laguna Hills
- Laguna Beach
- Aliso Viejo
- Villa Park
- Laguna Woods
- Dana Point
- Los Alamitos
- La Palma
Benitez Contractors
11252 S Espanita St, Orange, CA 92869
(714) 400-2204 | Mon to Fri, 8AM to 5PM
Near SR-55, SR-22, I-5 and SR-91
Client feedback
What our clients say
Verified client testimonials are being collected and will be published here with the client name, city and project type.
Testimonials pending publication
We publish reviews only after a client has confirmed they are satisfied and signed off on their punch list, and we do not publish a star rating we have not verified. Real testimonials with names, cities and project types will appear here.
See our review policyWho we help
Built around what you actually need
Different households need different things from a remodel. These are the situations we see most across Orange County.
Growing families
Needing a real fourth bedroom, a second bathroom, or a kitchen that works when four people are in it.
Homeowners ready for a refresh
Living with original 1970s finishes and finally deciding to fix the whole thing properly.
Aging-in-place clients
Planning zero threshold showers, grab bar blocking, and wider doorways before they are needed.
Multigenerational households
Adding an ADU or in-law suite so three generations can share a property without sharing a bathroom.
Real estate investors
Needing predictable scope, firm numbers, and a schedule that actually holds for a resale or rental.
Owners concerned about earthquake safety
Wanting foundation bolting and cripple wall bracing done to standard, with permits and inspection.
Let's talk about what your home could be
Free consultation, written scope, honest numbers. If a project is not the right move right now, we will tell you that too.
Licensed and Insured. Serving all of Orange County. Mon to Fri, 8AM to 5PM.
What happens next: we reply the same business day, schedule a walkthrough, then send your written proposal.