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Is it crazy to uproot your family and travel thousands of miles in search of a new state? Some might think so, but not Ricardo Rodriquez and his wife Amber. They thought it was a great idea. And after a year of living in South Carolina, they still do. BUILDING TRUST BLOG COMING FROM FAR People from all over the country want to live in South Carolina. < Back Will Cord 2023-10-12 Is it crazy to uproot your family and travel thousands of miles in search of a new state? Some might think so, but not Ricardo Rodriquez and his wife Amber. They thought it was a great idea. And after a year of living in South Carolina, they still do. Two years ago they were living in Bakersfield, CA. Amber convinced Ricardo that farm livin' is the life for them. So they loaded up the fifth wheel and embarked on some massive road trips. Texas, Tennessee, Florida, and South Carolina were explored in search of acreage to live out their agrarian vision. They eventually landed on plot of land in Pendleton, South Carolina. It's an intriguing and increasingly common story. People from all over the country want to live in South Carolina. Ricardo explains the appeal , and what they learned since arriving. Turns out this major move wasn't crazy at all. Is someone you know moving to the upstate of South Carolina? Maybe they found a house but want to transform it into a place they love. Speak with a Daniel Builders project guide by calling 864.506.5546 and discuss the best path forward for your custom renovation or get your renovation started here! Previous Post Next Post Back to Blog SEE OUR WORK LET'S TALK We’d love to hear from you! Whether you’re ready to start a major remodel, or simply learn more about our process, we’re ready to assist. How can Daniel Builders renovate for you? GET STARTED

Are you a trade contractor? Would your company like to partner with a team that values family, honesty, and integrity? We're currently accepting applications. PARTNER WITH US Daniel Builders partners with trade contractors and vendors who demonstrate a track record of excellence, trustworthiness, accountability, and safety. For partnership opportunities, please read the Daniel Builders Trade Contractor Agreement , and fill out the application below. We'll reach out to confirm mutual interest. Company Name Primary Contact Division/Trade Email Street Address Cell Phone City Business Phone State Please select an option Zipcode Website (if applicable) Are you insured? Please select an option Reference (Builder) Do you offer workers' comp? Please select an option Reference (Client) How did you hear about us? Please select an option Reference (Other) Link to Your Portfolio of Work Our company has read and agrees to abide by the Daniel Builders Trade Contractor agreement. SUBMIT An error occurred. Please ensure URLs include https:// by copying and pasting from your browser.

Daniel Builders receives 2020 Bridge Award for Best Kitchen and Remodeler of Year! BUILDING TRUST BLOG AWARDED Daniel Builders receives 2020 Bridge Award for Best Kitchen and Remodeler of Year! < Back Will Cord 2020-10-29 Daniel Builders receives 2020 Bridge Award for Best Kitchen and Remodeler of Year! It’s been an action-packed Fall! And we collected some big honors. Best Kitchen and Remodeler of Year Thanks for helping us Build Trust. Are you contemplating a major home renovation? Speak with a Daniel Builders project guide by calling 864.506.5546 and discuss the best path forward for your custom renovation or get your renovation started here! Previous Post Next Post Back to Blog SEE OUR WORK LET'S TALK We’d love to hear from you! Whether you’re ready to start a major remodel, or simply learn more about our process, we’re ready to assist. How can Daniel Builders renovate for you? GET STARTED

Our renovation six advantages are designed to guide you through your custom renovation. Communication, craftsmanship, clean and safe job site, a fixed custom price quote, satisfaction guaranteed, and lifetime workmanship warranty. OUR 6 ADVANTAGES What distinguishes us from other renovation contractors? To be clear there's no complicated, secret formula. Instead, our team brings unique value to the renovation process in six simple ways. Simple yes, but uncharacteristic of many in our industry. Here are the Six Advantages of Daniel Builders. Advantage #1 PROMPT & CLEAR COMMUNICATION We’re eager to hear from you. You can expect a warm and friendly tone from the moment we begin communicating. You can expect all voice mail, email, and texts to receive a response within hours, not days. We’re committed to this level of communication before, during, and after the sale. Advantage #2 EXCELLENCE IN DESIGN & CRAFTSMANSHIP A successful remodel doesn’t just happen. True harmony must exist between designing and building. We realize the design must match your desires precisely. So we’re willing to patiently walk through that process with you. Once we begin to build, you can expect us to stick to the plan. We take care of everything from ordering the right materials to scheduling every phase, so you don’t have to. Advantage #3 A CLEAN AND SAFE JOB SITE We promise to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area to minimize disruption to your family’s routine. We use tarps, covers and dust barriers extensively. No smoking on the job site is allowed, and materials and tools are stored neatly and safely. These are a few of our rules. Being considerate and respectful of your family’s needs is very important to us. Advantage #4 DETAILED SPECS & FIXED PRICE QUOTE During our initial meetings, you may be surprised by the number of questions we ask, and the amount of time we spend with you. We’ve learned investing extra time early in the process is critical to the project’s success. We work closely with you, selecting all materials and clearly defining the scope so your expectations are fully met. You receive a fixed price quote before the build phase begins. Advantage #5 SATISFACTION GUARANTEE Many people say “Satisfaction Guaranteed” — what does that mean? With Daniel Builders, it means we’re committed to doing the job right the first time. And if you’re not satisfied, we’re prepared to keep working until you are. Your complete satisfaction is so important to us, and we’re so confident in our quality work, we’re willing to guarantee it! Advantage #6 LIFETIME WORKMANSHIP WARRANTY At your Post Project Meeting, we will present you with our Warranty Promise: If there is any problem with our workmanship — whether 5 months or 5 years after job completion — we will be there to correct, for as long as you own your home. LET'S TALK We’d love to hear from you! Whether you’re ready to start a major project, or simply learn more about our process, we’re ready to assist. How can Daniel Builders renovate for you? GET STARTED

Build trust in tangible ways. BUILDING TRUST BLOG INVEST IN TRUST Build trust in tangible ways. < Back Will Cord 2018-06-21 The forethought necessary to renovate and repair your home after storm damage has occurred. Here are 7 ways to approach storm damage to your home. Earlier this month we hosted approximately 60 guests at our first Lunch & Renovate event. For those unable to attend, our event was designed to build deeper relationships of trust. That should sound familiar because the tagline “Building Trust” is on our trucks and marketing material. This tagline has become somewhat of an obsession. We're passionate about establishing and protecting relationships of trust, which leads to some obvious questions. Why all the emphasis on trust? What Return on Investment (ROI) does trust offer? After all, why obsess about trust when actual results are more important? (Short answer: the best results require trust. I’ll elaborate.) Here’s 7 reasons why we obsess over building trust. Trust Enhances Clarity . Clear expectations are established and fulfilled when there’s trust. This prevents unproductive habits of speculation and guesswork. Trust Establishes Stability . "Surprises" can derail a project. A relationship of trust addresses small problems before they become big problems. The result is stability and decreased anxiety. Trust Enables Efficiency . Trustworthy people follow through on commitments. Less time is wasted “back tracking” to deal with incomplete work. Trust Expands Potential . People who interact and operate on a strong foundation of trust accomplish more together than individually. If you want to tap into one of the greatest resources on the planet (people) you’ll need trust. Trust Empowers Communication . Trusting someone means you ask and answer straightforward questions without feeling threatened. You can also listen wholeheartedly without doubts in your mind. Trust Ensures Protection . A trusting relationship is characterized by “looking out” for the other person. That involves guarding against potential threats to their resources, reputation, or family. Trust Endures Setbacks . Encountering problems is a great litmus test for trust. When bad things happen true relationships of trust are revealed, and real help can be provided. Bottom line: Trust Enriches Relationships. We realize building trust requires time, patience, and effort - all of which we gladly give to establish relationships. We also realize broken trust is hard to earn back. This is why we quickly acknowledge mistakes and make every effort to correct them. We are committed to seek, protect, and ultimately build trust. In case you haven't noticed, your trust is quite valuable to us! Are you contemplating a major home renovation? Speak with a Daniel Builders project guide by calling 864.506.5546 and discuss the best path forward for your custom renovation or get your renovation started here! Previous Post Next Post Back to Blog SEE OUR WORK LET'S TALK We’d love to hear from you! Whether you’re ready to start a major remodel, or simply learn more about our process, we’re ready to assist. How can Daniel Builders renovate for you? GET STARTED

All over South Carolina (Greenville, Anderson, Seneca) homes are being transformed. Whether it’s your kitchen, bathroom, attic space, or basement, those who entrust their renovation projects to us receive a World Class experience. CUSTOM RENOVATIONS & REMODELS All over the Upstate of South Carolina (Greenville, Anderson, Seneca) homes are being renovated, either in part or in their entirety. Whether it’s your kitchen, or attic space, or basement, or everything in between, the best part of transforming your home with Daniel Builders is our process of Building Trust. Clients we serve agree - those who entrust renovation projects to us receive a World Class experience while being guided through a myriad of complexities and questions - a challenge we have embraced since 2006. RESIDENTIAL RENOVATIONS KITCHENS BASEMENTS BATHROOMS ATTIC CONVERSION WHOLE HOME ADDITIONS MULTI ROOM EXTERIOR UPGRADES VIEW RESIDENTIAL PROJECT GALLERY AWARD WINNING RENOVATIONS Living Room CHARTWELL POINT | LAKE KEOWEE The living area boasts a custom fireplace with painted wainscoting and a Cambria surround. Overhead the vaulted ceiling is detailed with Timber Truss Beams that draw the eye to appreciate this focal point in the space. 900 square feet of LVP flooring unifies the different spaces as a whole and the custom rail and wrought iron baluster design provides a beautiful anchor between the different living areas. 900 SQ FT | TIMBER TRUSS | LIVING AREA SEE COMPLETE DETAILS Kitchen BEACON DRIVE | KEOWEE KEY The client’s vision was twofold for their kitchen – open the spaces to more livable, realistic proportions, and bring a decidedly more modern and exciting flair to the aesthetic. Decisions were made to expand the footprint of the kitchen by two feet which allowed for a 9’x4' central island; and to widen an existing passthrough between the kitchen and great room so homeowners could take in a view of the lake shore from their workspace. Flat panel custom cabinets in a combination of painted maple and stained sepele woods brought modern appeal without overwhelming the beautiful natural wood beams and soaring ceilings with skylights which are intended focal points. 9'X4' CENTRAL ISLAND | FLAT PANEL CUSTOM CABINETS | KITCHEN SEE COMPLETE DETAILS CENTURY HOME REMODEL This must-see documentary chronicles the renovation of a home that was constructed over 100 years ago. Daniel Builders performed a full remodel of this beautiful historic home. WATCH THE VIDEO PROUDLY RENOVATING THROUGHOUT UPSTATE SOUTH CAROLINA COMMUNITIES LET'S TALK We’d love to hear from you! Whether you’re ready to start a major project, or simply learn more about our process, we’re ready to assist. How can Daniel Builders renovate for you? GET STARTED SEE ALL OUR AWARD WINNING RENOVATIONS & REMODELS AWARDS UNLOCKING THE ANSWERS QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

For over a year Daniel Builders has been telling the story of a historic home remodel in downtown Pendleton South Carolina. This home remodel provides a realistic overview of the challenges and setbacks of remodeling a century old home. CENTURY HOME REMODEL Must-See Documentary | Pendleton, SC This home was originally constructed over 100 years ago. Daniel Builders performed a full remodel of this beautiful historic home. The house was stripped down to the studs and expanded with a two-story addition, resulting in an increase of total living space from 2,200 square feet to 3,900 square space. The remodel incorporated many reclaimed materials to achieve a finished product that harkens back to the home’s original construction. The beam and mantle in the living room were crafted from old framing materials, while the wainscoting in the dining room was made from reclaimed paneling salvaged from the old addition that was demolished. The ceiling and fireplace in the master bedroom were also constructed using reused materials. Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining the original character is immediately evident upon entering the home. The additional square footage (1700 square feet) enhances functionality while bolstering the home’s historic charm. Modern and classic design elements are beautifully blended to endure for decades to come. Play Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied Now Playing Another 100 Years - 12 Month Transformation of this Historic Home Remodel 04:55 Play Video Now Playing Another 100 Years - 5 Month Milestone of this Historic Home Remodel 04:37 Play Video Now Playing Another 100 Years - 3 Month Milestone of this Historic Home Remodel 04:33 Play Video Now Playing Another 100 Years - Introduction to this Historic Home Remodel 04:34 Play Video

Taylor Lyles, HBA of Greenville CEO, is our guest on this episode of Ready Set Renovate. Taylor discusses the growing popularity of ADUs, as well as building and permitting them in Greenville County. As you'll hear, Taylor is pretty well versed in this developing market. BUILDING TRUST BLOG THE RISE OF ADUs Taylor Lyles talks about ADU permitting and potential in Greenville SC. < Back Will Cord 2023-07-21 An ADU (Accessary Dwelling Unit) is secondary housing option. You may recognize them by other names such as Granny Flat, Guest House, Garage Apartment, or In-Law Suite. ADUs offer all the same characteristics of a home - kitchen, bedroom(s), bathroom - while sharing the same property as the primary house. An ADU may be attached or detached or even inside the primary house. They can benefit families who care for loved ones in a multi-generational home. ADUs also create rental income opportunities, provide office space or might be the perfect location for a new business. Taylor Lyles, HBA of Greenville CEO, is our guest on this episode of Ready Set Renovate . Taylor discusses the growing popularity of ADUs, as well as building and permitting them in Greenville County. As you'll hear, Taylor is pretty well versed in this developing market. So let's get to it! Are you looking to add an accessory dwelling unit to your home? Speak with a Daniel Builders project guide by calling 864.506.5546 and discuss the best path forward for your custom renovation or get your renovation started here! Read more about Accessory Dwelling Units on our blog: Accessory Dwelling Unit and Home Sweet ADU . Previous Post Next Post Back to Blog SEE OUR WORK LET'S TALK We’d love to hear from you! Whether you’re ready to start a major remodel, or simply learn more about our process, we’re ready to assist. How can Daniel Builders renovate for you? GET STARTED

An award winning master bathroom is recognized for renovation excellence in two categories Highest Degree of Difficulty and Best Innovation of Space. 2021 2021 BRIDGE AWARD WINNER (300K+) CONTEMPORARY LUXURY BATH Daniel Builders was named 2021 Bridge Award Winner for “Best Innovation of Space and Highest Degree of Difficulty in a Partial Home Remodel $300,000+” for the “Chamberlain Court” house. This project also received a Bridge Award for "Best Special Feature: Lighting." The Bridge Awards are presented annually by GBS Building Supply and produced by the Home Builders Association of Greenville to recognize excellence in craftsmanship and professionalism in the Home Building industry in the Upstate. "CUSTOM PROJECTS ALWAYS HAVE UNIQUE FEATURES. THES PROJECTS WERE ESPECIALLY UNIQUE. THEY INCLUDED SOME MASSIVE TILE IN THE BATHROOM AND SPECIALTY LIGHTING IN A CONVERTED CRAWL SPACE TURNED CELLAR." - BOB CORD, DANIEL BUILDERS Master Bath: Beyond upgrading the dated interior, some of the client’s biggest goals for this potential-filled 386 square feet of Master Bathroom space was to create better traffic flow, more shower space and additional closet storage. All existing interior was completely demolished at the start the of this renovation. Defining characteristics of this Design-Build renovation are custom floating vanities with MTI Baths Boutique Collection vanity tops and Integrated sinks, Isenburg matte black wall mounted faucets, B&F Marble Systems Marmara Avenza Light & Dolomite tile accent wall, dimmable backlit mirrors by IB Mirror, Sonneman LED wall sconces, and recessed custom shelving with LED backlighting. A custom zero entry tile shower was designed utilizing the Wet Style Feel Collection matte black shower base, B&F Elegance 24” x 48” Statuario matte porcelain tile walls and bench, and Isenburg matte black shower fixtures and body sprays. Flooring throughout the bathroom was B&F Elegance 24” x 48” Nero Marquina matte porcelain tile. Lighting for this renovation came via a Klus wall integrated LED system. As for bathing, a Barclay freestanding tub with Isenburg matte black tub filler was installed. No detail was overlooked during this Master Bathroom transformation from an outdated area to a delightful new space that thrilled the homeowners. Wine Cellar: The client’s vision for this hidden space, accessed via a secret passageway, was to incorporate elements of modern design to create a wine cellar of unequaled flair. “Before” photos reveal a dark, unrefined basement area prior to undergoing extreme transformation. The effort to convert the original wine cellar into a finished space began with the installation of a waterproofing system. Relocation of existing wiring, plumbing, and HVAC ducting followed, to create the necessary headroom for a finished ceiling. The most eye-catching aspect of this renovation is the lighting. Light sources include Klus wall and ceiling integrated LED strip lighting, LED backlighting for the wine rack, LED up lighting at custom floating shelves, and LED stair riser lighting. The homeowner’s inspiration for the ceiling was to create a lighting arrangement that appeared as “pick-up sticks” that were randomly dropped. A Silver Cloud leathered granite countertop with a mitered waterfall edge sits atop custom-built cabinetry, and is complemented by in-countertop pop-up receptacles, an Elkay quartz sink, and an Isenburg matte black faucet. Under the counter is a beverage cooler and an ice maker. The flooring consists of B&F Elegance 24” x 48” Nero Marquina matte porcelain tile, along with an accent strip of polished black pebbles below the sleek wine rack from STACT. Previous Next Back to Awards Gallery

Clients throughout Anderson South Carolina are utilizing our custom process for their home remodel or home renovation. ANDERSON RENOVATIONS Daniel Builders is renovating homes throughout the Upstate of SC. One area we know and love is Anderson, SC! Homes throughout Anderson South Carolina are being transformed by our Guide-Design-Build team. We invite you to see for yourself. Here are some Anderson homes Daniel Builders transformed with a custom renovation. MIDCENTURY MODERN INTERIOR Previous Next Back to Communities Gallery

Great kitchen remodels and kitchen renovations start with Building Trust. Daniel Builders will make your kitchen functional and inspirational. South Carolina we are here for you. KITCHEN REMODELS & RENOVATIONS What makes a kitchen highly functional and purely inspirational? Many factors contribute, at least that's the short answer. A better question is: who will make your kitchen functional and inspirational? Like all great kitchen remodels, the best starting point is a qualified Design-Build team committed to Building Trust. Trust ultimately ensures your kitchen renovation matches your expectations. Are you ready to entrust your kitchen renovation ideas to Daniel Builders? Let's talk about your aspirations of a luxury kitchen. Questions about kitchen remodel costs in South Carolina? Contact us today! CENTURY HOME REMODEL This must-see documentary chronicles the renovation of a home that was constructed over 100 years ago. Daniel Builders performed a full remodel of this beautiful historic home. WATCH THE VIDEO KITCHEN RENOVATION GALLERY Where do you go for renovation ideas? Whether its Houzz, Pinterest, or the Daniel Builders gallery, our Guide-Design-Build team delivers the custom renovation you envision. Contact a Project Guide to start transforming your kitchen today! LET'S TALK We’d love to hear from you! Whether you’re ready to start a major project, or simply learn more about our process, we’re ready to assist. How can Daniel Builders renovate for you? GET STARTED

Renovate the easy way or by enrolling in a SHK class. BUILDING TRUST BLOG SHK RENOVATION CLASS Renovate the easy way or by enrolling in a SHK class. < Back Will Cord 2018-11-12 Renovation lessons learned the hard way aren't necessary for anyone to go through. There are plenty of renovation horror stories to learn from. I’m taking a risk here, but it’s worth taking. This blog is meant to warn you. Stay away from the SHK renovation process, and if you've already started, RUN! Never subject yourself to that kind of experience. Customers from the SHK tell us (and quite frequently) how much they regret trying to renovate their home that way. Every single customer of the SHK acknowledges it was not worth it. Full disclosure, the SHK is not some up and coming competitor. Instead, it’s a very costly experience better known as the School of Hard Knocks. Graduates of this “school” come to Daniel Builders after learning valuable renovation lessons the hard way. They all say the same thing, “I had no idea how much time, money and hardship my renovation would cost.” Ironically, the school appeals most to those seeking to save time, money, and hardships. Attending the SHK isn’t necessary. In fact, it’s the only school that truly pays to skip. So how does one avoid learning the lessons the hard way? Short answer: Identify SHK renovators before it’s too late. *Note: A 2015 Houzz showed the top 3 renovation challenges were: Finding the right service provider. Finding the right products and materials. Staying on budget. Really all 3 get resolved by choosing the right service provider.) The SHK renovator typically does minimal upfront legwork prior to starting a project. Time is money, and here’s a story line illustrating how both are easily lost in large quantities during a renovation. See if it sounds familiar. Homeowner seeks contractor for a major renovation project. Homeowner finds contractor A online and contacts him based on multiple online reviews from past customers who speak highly about Contractor A’s ability to provide an excellent renovation experience. Customer meets Contractor A and likes him even more. Customer feels very confident contactor A is competent and will deliver a high quality/low frustration renovation. Yet, homeowner decides to shop for a lower price. And he finds contractor B. Contractor B says he can do everything Contractor A, but at a price the homeowner wants to hear. So, the homeowner moves forward with contractor B. Fast forward 3 months. Homeowner’s expectations are shattered. Contractor B’s actual price escalates well beyond his estimates, while his level of quality and service decline. Homeowner fires Contractor B, loses money, and tries to figure out how to start over. Hopefully, these valuable lessons were truly learned and the homeowner never re-enrolls in the SHK, or the cycle is certain to repeat itself. No major renovation should start without first doing major legwork. Good contractors realize this and plan accordingly in 3 areas. Before anyone swings a hammer there should be real clarity on the scope of work and price. Here are 3 deliverables you need before beginning a major renovation. Design - creating your design with the help of a designer or architect ensures your finished project looks like what you want. Plus, this process uncovers new design options, as well as products the homeowner never knew existed. Detailed Scope - take time with your contractor to spell out the full and detailed scope of work, making all selections. Doing this legwork before starting shows you exactly what you’re paying for. Nobody wants to get less than what they expect. A detailed scope ensures you won’t. Fixed Cost - Cost surprises are rarely positive. When was the last time someone heard, “Your project is going to cost a few thousand less than we estimated?” Doesn’t happen. You no longer need to estimate when you have a clear design and detailed scope (including selections). You can have a fixed cost at the start. Are you contemplating a major home renovation? Speak with a Daniel Builders project guide by calling 864.506.5546 and discuss the best path forward for your custom renovation or get your renovation started here! Previous Post Next Post Back to Blog SEE OUR WORK LET'S TALK We’d love to hear from you! Whether you’re ready to start a major remodel, or simply learn more about our process, we’re ready to assist. How can Daniel Builders renovate for you? GET STARTED