Murray Lampert

What Murray Lampert does

Murray Lampert Design, Build, Remodel is a family-owned residential design-build contractor headquartered in San Diego, California, founded in 1975 and now in its fourth generation of family ownership. The company delivers an integrated design-build service for homeowners, combining in-house architectural design, interior design, and construction management under a single point of contact. Core service lines include kitchen and bathroom remodeling, home and room additions, second-story additions, ADUs (detached, attached, garage conversions, JADUs), outdoor remodels, whole-home renovations, green home construction, and in-law suites. Supporting features include 3D color renderings and virtual walk-throughs for pre-construction visualization, custom cabinetry fabrication, and historical home renovations.

The company's revenue model is project-based professional services, with quote-based pricing that varies materially by scope; published ADU tiers range from $175,000-$275,000 (small, 200-300 sq.ft.) to $275,000-$395,000 (medium) to $395,000+ (large). Customer acquisition is sales-led and education-oriented ('we don't sell, we educate'), driven by free in-home or virtual consultations and supported by a content/SEO marketing engine (company blog, local SEO, multi-platform social, monthly email newsletter, Google reviews, ABC 10 News media partnership, and BBB accreditation). The company maintains California Contractor License 458038, an A+ BBB rating, four BBB Torch Awards for Marketplace Ethics (2007-2014), and 50+ five-star Google reviews.

Operationally, Murray Lampert serves 19+ communities across San Diego County through a single headquarters at 2851 Camino Del Rio South, Suite 310, with a team of approximately 20 staff including licensed architects, NCIDQ/NKBA-certified interior designers, project consultants, project managers, and procurement leadership. Approximately 2,000+ remodels have been completed since inception. Preferred partnerships with Sarita Landscapes (outdoor) and Christian Brothers Emergency Building Services (restoration) extend service capability. Leadership comprises Gregg Cantor (President/CEO, 3rd generation), Lisa Cantor (CFO), and Rachel Walker/Cantor (VP of Operations, 4th generation).

Name

Murray Lampert

Legal name

Murray Lampert Design, Build, Remodel

Website

https://murraylampert.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1975

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Murray Lampert is a fourth-generation, family-owned design-build-remodel contractor in San Diego, founded in 1975, delivering integrated architectural design, interior design, and construction services — including kitchen/bath remodels, additions, ADUs, and whole-home renovations — directly to San Diego County homeowners through free in-home consultations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Home Remodeling Services

NAICS

Residential Remodelers (236118), Architectural Services (54131)

SIC

General Bldg Contractors - Residential Bldgs (1520)

akta.pro primary industry

Residential Design-Build & Renovation-Integrated Builders (IMAFABAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Whole-Home Interior Renovation (Non-Structural) (HSAPAEAC), Architectural Reconfiguration & Structural Alterations (HSAPAEAB), Detached ADU (Backyard Cottage) Construction (HSAPAMAA), Deck Construction & Replacement (HSAPALAA), Kitchen Permitting, Design & Project Management (HSAPAAAK)

Keywords

• Design build remodeling
• Home renovation services
• Kitchen remodeling
• Bathroom remodeling
• Accessory dwelling units

Headquarters

HQ city

San Diego

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Home Remodeling Services: Murray Lampert generates revenue through professional home remodeling services including design fees, project management, and construction services. Revenue is project-based and varies significantly by scope - from kitchen and bathroom remodels to whole-home renovations, home additions, second-story additions, and ADU construction. The company emphasizes budget transparency with no hidden costs and works with clients on project financing options.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Murray Lampert is a family-owned design-build-remodel company that provides full-service residential home remodeling in San Diego County. Its core offering integrates architectural design, interior design, and construction management under a single contract, delivering home additions, ADUs, kitchen and bathroom remodels, second-story additions, whole-home renovations, outdoor living spaces, and green home construction projects.

Product overview

Murray Lampert is a family-owned design-build-remodel company offering comprehensive home remodeling services in San Diego. Founded in 1975, the company provides a unified design-build process combining architectural design, interior design, and construction management under one roof. The core service portfolio includes home & room additions, ADUs (Accessory Dwelling Units), bathroom remodeling, kitchen remodeling, outdoor remodels, second story additions, whole home renovations, and green home construction. Supporting offerings include 3D rendering and virtual walk-throughs for project visualization, custom cabinetry fabrication, and in-house architectural design services. The company operates across 19 San Diego service areas including La Jolla, Rancho Santa Fe, Del Mar, Coronado, and Point Loma.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Home & Room Additions Custom room addition services that expand existing living space, including ground-level expansions and whole-home extensions for San Diego homeowners.
• ADU (Accessory Dwelling Units) Construction Design and construction of accessory dwelling units including detached ADUs, attached ADUs, garage conversions to ADUs, and JADUs (Junior Accessory Dwelling Units), with pricing ranging from $175,000-$275,000 (200-300 sq.ft.), $275,000-$395,000 (300-600 sq.ft.), and $395,000+ (600-1,200 sq.ft.).
• Bathroom Remodeling Complete bathroom renovation services including fixture upgrades, tile work, plumbing updates, and modern bathroom design for San Diego homeowners.
• Kitchen Remodeling Full kitchen renovation services including custom cabinetry, countertop installation, appliance upgrades, and layout redesigns for San Diego homeowners.
• Outdoor Remodels Outdoor living space construction including decks, patios, pools, and exterior living areas designed to maximize San Diego's climate.
• Second Story Additions Vertical expansion services that add a second story to existing homes to increase square footage without sacrificing outdoor space.
• Whole Home Renovation Complete home transformation services covering multiple rooms and systems for comprehensive property updates.
• Green Home Construction Sustainable and eco-friendly remodeling using energy-efficient materials and environmentally conscious building practices.
• In-Law Suites Specialized living spaces designed for extended family members, including granny flats and companion units.
• Architectural Design Services In-house architectural services with staff architects who collaborate directly with clients to create customized residential remodel designs.
• 3D Rendering and Virtual Walk-Throughs Advanced visualization technology providing 3D color renderings and virtual walkthroughs of proposed remodel designs before construction begins.
• Custom Cabinetry Bespoke cabinet design and fabrication for kitchens, bathrooms, and other spaces with tailored storage solutions.

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered preferred partner.

• Sarita Landscapespreferred partnerStrategic or Co-development PartnerSarita Landscapes is listed as a preferred partner of Murray Lampert Design, Build, Remodel. The partnership is featured in blog content, indicating collaboration on landscaping projects that complement home remodeling and outdoor living space projects. Led by founder Sara Bendrick, the landscaping team is recognized for creating functional and inspiring outdoor environments that harmonize with San Diego's natural beauty.
• Christian Brothers Emergency Building Servicespreferred partnerImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerChristian Brothers is described as Murray Lampert's preferred partner for helping clients with fire, flood, mold, or any other type of emergency building service. CEO Gabe Matthews leads the company. This partnership ensures clients have access to trusted emergency restoration services when needed during or after remodeling projects.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Lamont Bros Design Build: Pacific Northwest integrated design-build remodeler offering whole-home renovations, additions, kitchens, and baths. Directly comparable business model and customer value proposition.
• Jackson Design & Remodeling: Long-established San Diego design-build remodeling firm offering similar integrated architecture, interior design, and construction services to homeowners. The most directly comparable local competitor with overlapping service categories (kitchens, baths, additions, whole-home).
• Neil Kelly Company: Long-standing Pacific Northwest design-build remodeler with integrated design and construction services for homeowners. Comparable in longevity, integrated delivery model, and full-service renovation offerings.
• Leggett Construction: San Diego-based residential design-build firm providing custom home remodeling, additions, and renovations. Comparable in size, integrated delivery model, and target clientele in the same San Diego market.
• Doyle & Associates Design-Build: San Diego design-build remodeling firm with a similar integrated architecture-plus-construction model. Direct local peer competing for the same homeowner projects.
• Purple Cherry Architects: Mid-Atlantic design-build firm combining in-house architecture and construction under one roof. Comparable integrated delivery model and full-service home renovation offering.
• Borbon Builders: San Diego design-build remodeling contractor offering kitchen, bath, and whole-home renovation services. Operates in the same geography and customer segments as Murray Lampert with a similar full-service value proposition.

Broad incumbents

• Power Home Remodeling: National, well-capitalized home remodeling platform with strong digital marketing and standardized processes. Larger scale and broader scope; competes in adjacent categories (exterior, windows, roofing) and is expanding into full-service remodeling.
• Case Design/Remodeling: One of the largest U.S. design-build residential remodeling franchises with a national footprint. Comparable integrated design-build model but with significantly greater scale, geographic reach, and brand investment.

Emerging players

• Rebath: National bathroom remodeling franchise with growing premium-segment positioning. Adjacent competitor in the bath subcategory where Murray Lampert also generates significant project volume.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles20 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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