Updated: Apr 12, 2026
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9001 BESTEL AVE, Garden Grove, CA, 92844
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Model Builders Construction
Model Builders Inc has served Garden Grove and the surrounding Orange County area for over two decades, specializing in the construction of architectural models and prototypes. The company partners with architects, developers, and engineers to produce scale models for a range of commercial, civic, and residential projects. Their portfolio includes detailed site models, custom display pieces, and specialized miniatures that support planning and presentation needs. Model Builders Inc provides comprehensive model-making services for design professionals seeking visual representations for development approvals and client communications. With 22 years of industry experience, the firm is equipped to handle complex model-building requirements, utilizing precision fabrication techniques and specialized materials to deliver accurate, visually compelling representations of proposed structures and landscapes.
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Model Builders Inc Contact Information
Phone Number: (949) 771-6829
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Address: 9001 BESTEL AVE, Garden Grove, CA 92844
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Model Builders Inc Garden Grove
Quality
106
93rd percentile
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Model Builders Inc has a BuildZoom score of 106, which places them above 93% of 336,931 contractors in California.
Activity
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3 projects
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2024 |
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11 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Model Builders Inc has worked on at least
14.0 projects over the past 3 years.
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This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
Experience
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3 projects
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Home Additions |
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4 projects
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Kitchen remodels |
Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that Model Builders Inc mostly works on
kitchen remodel
and home addition
projects.
Pricing
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1 project
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$5k-$20k |
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1 project
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$20k-$50k |
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2 projects
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$100k-$250k |
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1 project
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$250k-$500k |
The typical size of their permits is approximately $45,000. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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Interior remodel to kitchen & 3 bathrooms convert (e) bonus room to (n) master bedroom suite & (n) bathroom for bedroom #4 (see plans includes mechanical. electrical. plumbing.) ***4 bed & 5 bath*** *** lt 5/25/2023 sup - r/r (e) air conditioning unit in back yard ***cheers# 423-a020090111a ***30” setback to property line required for air conditioning units***
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
C2023-000121
Status:
final
Fee:
$6,117
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Construct (n) 1200sf detached adu w 4bed 4bath living room kitchen laundry closet. addition (n) 80sf porch. mandatory minimum 2.67kwdc photovoltaic solar to be on separate permit. main single family residence address 9562 arlene ave
Valuation:
$220,000
Permit #:
23-0932
Status:
expired
Fee:
$15,390
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Construct (n) 1200sf detached adu w 4bed 4bath living room kitchen. addition 1-car garage (250sf) with laundry area and (n) 77sf porch. mandatory minimum 2.43kwdc photovoltaic solar to be on separate permit. main single family residence address 9671 royal palm blvd
Valuation:
$420,000
Permit #:
23-1272
Status:
complete
Fee:
$19,496
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Kearny mesa; building electrical mechanical plumbing permit for a tenant improvement of a vacant space to be a nail and spa salon. structural and demising wall to remain the same. base zone rmx-2 cpioz-a geo 51
Valuation:
$100,706
Permit #:
2565812
Status:
complete
Fee:
$3,317
Permit Type:
Add/alt tenant im...
Building Type:
N/A
Ref case# 184123. 1) after-the-fact permit for s/se/e perimeter masonry wall 5ft. 9in h x 122ft l x 6in. w 2) after-the-fact permit for (9) retrofit windows (1) front entry door (1) sliding glass patio slider change-outs 3) after-the-fact permit for kitchen remodel 4) after-the-fact permit for 1-3/4 bathroom remodel 5) remove 10 x 12 wood patio cover at north elevation 6) remove outdo... see more
Valuation:
$15,000
Permit #:
21-3670
Status:
final
Fee:
$888
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Revision to permit 22-5575. revised location of water heater and electric panel. remove (1) sink in staff lounge
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
23-0623
Status:
final
Fee:
$135
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Tenant improvement from (e) dentist office to (n) urgent care: new partition walls expand (e) restroom convert exam room to (n) restroom
Valuation:
$20,000
Permit #:
22-5575
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,606
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Commercial and industrial building
2021-09-01
Int. t.i.: (2) new int. walls to create pedicure room & new window at rear wall ***tulip artist nail-spa salon*** (cofo in file)
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
B2021-001819
Status:
final
Fee:
$748
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Commercial and industrial plumbing
2021-08-27
Plumbing for: int. t.i.: (2) new int. walls to create pedicure room & new window at rear wall ***tulip artist nail-spa salon***
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
P2021-002079
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,198
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Commercial and industrial electrical
2021-08-27
Electrical - int. t.i.: (2) new int. walls to create pedicure room & new window at rear wall ***tulip artist nail-spa salon***
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
E2021-001944
Status:
final
Fee:
$403
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Interior demolition of (e) market: includes non-bearing walls remove underground pipes via concrete cut of (e) m & w restrooms; remove (e) sinks ducts hoods electrical & plumbing fixtures. (e) use supermarket new use: vacant floor area 21, 500 + 1, 500 sf mezzanine fully firesprinklered
Valuation:
$5,000
Permit #:
18-2833
Status:
final
Fee:
$427
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
***missing permit application to process*** construct new attached 1000 sq ft. adu upgrade electric meter to 200 amp
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
C2023-008937
Status:
canceled
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
T-24 plan check for energy only to an (e) space. scope of work includes new lighting and receptacles. total sq footage: 2088 sq ft
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
19041-10000-42629
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Commercial
Building Type:
N/A
Building commercial permit - new buildings additions remodels carports and garages
2021-02-22
Shell improvement - division of ex. space into (3) suites *** shell improvement - division of existing space into (3) suites. construct non-bearing demising walls (5) new hvac systems extend individual gas piping & dwv piping stubs into suites for future use construct restroom new & relocated subpanels install electrical receptacles. this permit does not include occupancy of these spa... see more
Valuation:
$70,000
Permit #:
BCOM2020-0017
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Building commercial permit - new buildings additions remodels carports and garages
2021-09-21
La quinta nail bar 2 368sf nail salon tenant improvement *** la quinta nail bar 2 368 sf nail salon tenant improvement [vb/b-occ/24-ol/sprinkled]. this permit does not include alterations to fire-resistance rated construction building signage or hvac equipment replacement. no path of travel upgrades required per architect of record. tumf assessment not triggered per 2018 handbook. 201... see more
Valuation:
$50,000
Permit #:
BCOM2020-0011
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Restaurant inferno eats : tenant improvement - tenant improvement front counter (4) track lighting (6)pendant lighting change under hood equip
Valuation:
$30,000
Permit #:
B19-001-152
Status:
final
Fee:
$2,276
Permit Type:
B business
Building Type:
N/A
(n) temp power pole (august 2022- august 2023)
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
E2022-005273
Status:
final
Fee:
$136
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Addition (n) 480 sf 12 ft by 40 ft open patio cover per city standard
Valuation:
$15,000
Permit #:
21-0291
Status:
final
Fee:
$349
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Ten imp paris nails furring a wall in the corner for venting electrical and plumbing for 3 spa chairs
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
PLM11-01172
Status:
complete
Fee:
$62
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Supplemental to 19042-10000-25501 to addition 1 thermal expansion tank and 2 backflow devices
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
19042-10001-25501
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Commercial
Building Type:
N/A
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Verified License
| License # | 819811 |
| Status | Active |
| State | California |
| Type | General Building |
| Business Type | Corporation |
- BuildZoom verified this license was active as of April 2026.
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106
BuildZoom Score
Bonded
| Bonded Agent | Wesco Insurance Company |
| Bond Value | $15,000 |
Insured
| Workers Comp Provider | Insurance Company Of The West |
124
Permits
- Building permit records show that Model Builders Inc has worked on 124 permitted projects.
Model Builders Inc Employees
MT
Man Trinh
Officer
MT
Man Van Trinh
Officer
ND
Nghia Duy Dao
Rmo / Ceo / Pres
TN
Tong Phu Nguyen
Rmo
TD
Tony Tung Dang
Officer