Morinini Construction is a licensed general contractor specializing in custom home building, ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) conversions, home additions, renovations, and kitchen and bathroom remodeling. We handle projects from initial design through final construction

We serve Santa Barbara, Montecito, Goleta, California, as well as San Diego and its surrounding communities.

Look for a licensed, fully insured Class B general contractor with transparent communication and a proven portfolio of local work. Ensure they have direct experience navigating local municipal building departments and a good reputation. Always verify their license status directly with the CSLB before signing any agreements.

Yes. Morinini Construction is a licensed California general contractor (CSLB #1145441). You can verify our license status directly through the California Contractors State License Board (CSLB) website.

Kitchen remodel costs vary widely depending on the scope of work, materials, and layout changes involved. A typical kitchen renovation that does not have any layout changes and uses basic materials will start at approximately $40,000 but can go up to as high as $250,000 for a high-end, luxury transformation. Contact us for a personalized estimate based on your space and goals.

Most kitchen and bathroom remodels take 8 to 16 weeks from demolition to completion, depending on the scope of the project, material lead times, and permitting requirements.

An ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) is a secondary, independent living space on a residential property — sometimes called a granny flat, in-law unit, or backyard cottage. Many California homeowners qualify to add one, whether through new construction, a garage conversion, or converting existing space like a crawl space. We can evaluate your property and help determine what's possible under current local zoning rules.

Yes. Contact us to schedule a consultation and receive a project estimate.

When you work with us, you have one point of contact, start to finish. You work directly with our team throughout your entire project — from initial design through final walkthrough — rather than being passed between multiple project managers or offices. We guarantee constant and consistent communication to all of our clients. We promise customer satisfaction at a fair and competitive price point. Our company has an active membership in the Santa Barbara Contractors Association (SBCA). This keeps us connected to local industry standards, best practices, and the regulatory landscape specific to our service areas. Lastly, as a California-licensed general contractor (CSLB #1145441), we're held to state licensing standards you can independently verify.

We prevent budget surprises through meticulous up-front pre-construction planning. If unforeseen site conditions arise behind walls or under floors, we immediately stop, document the issue, present clear options, and secure your written approval on a transparent change order before any extra work begins.

Yes. Most structural alterations, electrical updates, plumbing reroutes, window/door replacements, and additions require permits from the local building department. Building without permits can trigger severe fines and major hurdles when you try to sell the home later. We handle the entire permitting and plan-check process for you.

As a licensed Class B General Building Contractor, Connor Morinini personally oversees project execution and coordinates directly with your design team and trade partners. You have a direct line of clear communication with your builder throughout the entire project lifecycle.

It's best to bring your contractor in as early as possible, even before finalizing plans with an architect. Your contractor has the clearest picture of real-world construction costs and can help keep your project within budget from the start, while also advising on constructability, so the design that gets drawn up is actually practical and efficient to build.