Testimonials
"It was so important to find a builder who really listens and cares about our ideas. Ed was respectful, genuine, and clearly had the expertise. By providing cost estimates and refinements, he helped keep the project on budget. And all of his subcontractors are kind, professional, and do exquisite work—he chooses a great team, and that makes the whole experience enjoyable."
Amanda Caldwell
"Ed is a great person to work with! I really enjoyed his energy and optimism. He was willing to listen to my ideas and then gave real-world solutions for turning them into reality. I really appreciated his attention to detail over the course of our remodel. Our home is beautiful and our kitchen is constantly getting compliments. We love how it all turned out. Ed is also very good at staying in touch and responding when things come up... as they always do in a large project. Highly recommend!"
Betsy Turner
"Ed rescued our project from another business that failed to deliver. He quickly got us back on track and finished the build. All along the way, Ed was professional, responsive, and sensitive to our needs and past anxieties. Our project was a small addition and Ed treated us with the same attention as he does his large customs. I would highly recommend him for your projects in the 5 Cities area."
David Swift
"He did an add on and remodel on our Pismo Beach home. We were very happy with how he kept us in the loop along the way as well as the finished results. I’ve become friends with Ed through this process and would highly recommend his services."
Mike Cotta
"Collaborating with Ed on a 10,000+ square foot house was an exceptional experience, highlighting his expertise in creating luxurious residences. His attention to detail, innovative construction practices, and seamless integration of my land use consulting advice truly set this project apart, resulting in a masterpiece that exceeded all expectations."
Steven Orozco
"Ed did a fabulous job on our small house addition in Grover Beach."
AnnMarie Swift
"We are extremely pleased with the 1,200 square-foot guest house Ed and his team built for us. From start to finish, we knew we could count on him to be there and get the job done. Ed’s attention to detail, organization skills, and great relationship with his workers paid off in constructing a first-class building. We highly recommend Ed Cuming.”
Ed Kurtz
“Along the way, Ed helped avoid surprises on our project. And when the inevitable unexpected item came up, he worked creatively to remove obstacles and keep everything on track. We definitely recommend Ed and would work with him again.”
Bruce & Tamara Hausmann
“We have worked with Ed for over 9 years, and we feel lucky to have him on our side.”
Tess & Rob Stapelton
"Ed makes building and remodeling a fun experience. With him, we can trust that the project is done right without breaking the bank.”
R.L.
“Over the course of construction, Ed became a part of our family. We actually missed having him around when he was done!”
Molly & Ed Attala
“In all my years, I have never seen a contractor get a standing ovation... Until I met Ed Cuming.”
Russell Mauk, VP of Design, Construction and Redevelopment, ABHOW
"We work with a variety of contractors, and we can confidently say that Ed Cuming Custom Homes stands out as one of the best. Their professionalism, craftsmanship, and attention to detail are exceptional. Throughout the entire project, they maintained clear communication, adhered to timelines, and showed a true commitment to quality."
Dana Hunter
"Ed is a great contractor. We worked on a couple homes together in SLO and he built a very high quality product. Easy to communicate with and very professional."
Farid Shahid
"Stand up guy, great work."
Dale Percelay