"Lance Vaughn came to us a such a pivotal time in our lives. Our house had been burned down, condemned and after a grueling process with CA Coastal Commission and the City of San Clemente we were stressed past our limits and were completely overwhelmed.

From the minute we met with Lance we knew he was our choice as his calm, thoughtful and patient demeanor was exactly what we needed.

After retaining Lance we came to realize many times during the rebuild and the years since that his advice, expertise, taste and practicality are priceless. He was there every step of the way. Organized, patient and attentive to every detail. He was by far the best Contractor we have ever worked with and we would hire him immediately if we ever decided to build in the area again.

His work and craftsmanship has held up incredibly well in a very challenging environment and has been there whenever we have called to deal with any issue over the years.

A true gentleman that we trust and recommend."

My wife and I took on the momentous project of a major remodel of our home. Within the first month the project stalled with a catastrophic failure that led to a full tear down. After such a negative contractor experience, we made the best decision in the course of the project by hiring Vaughn Builder's to take over the construction of our custom home. Lance's honestly and integrity was a welcome and refreshing change. He successfully navigated numerous challenges and demonstrated a high level of competence that comes from experience and an effective approach to problem solving. He coordinated a skilled team of specialties and kept our project on budget and on time. We completed our project on his projected timeline and finished with a high quality custom home that will last us a lifetime and beyond. If we could go back and do it again, we would hire Vaughn Builders from the start.

Lance was referred to us by our architect to perform a “down to the studs” remodel of our ranch style home in Nellie Gail Ranch.  From start to finish, Lance and his team at Vaughn Builders demonstrated exceptional professionalism, craftsmanship, and attention to detail, exceeding all of our expectations. 

Throughout the entire remodeling process, communication with Lance was seamless.  He always patiently listened to our ideas and requirements, offering invaluable advice and suggestions, which not only enhanced the overall design but also helped to streamline the process.  His expertise and knowledge were evident, and he took the time to explain every aspect of the project, ensuring we were well-informed and comfortable with every decision we made.

The attention to detail displayed by Lance truly sets him apart.  His commitment to perfection can be seen in every nook and cranny of our home.  The craftsmanship exhibited in the execution of each task was unparalleled, resulting in flawless finishes and breathtaking aesthetics.  Lance’s meticulousness and pride in his work are undoubtedly evident in the remarkable outcome. 

Our project also surely benefitted from Lance’s longstanding relationships with a vast array of top-notch subcontractors which ensured an atmosphere that was highly professional and respectful.  Lance consistently adhered to the agreed-upon timeline and budget, keeping us updated on the progress regularly.  We truly appreciated the team’s punctuality and dedication, which made the remodeling experience as stress-free and enjoyable as possible.

 We cannot express enough our satisfaction and gratitude for Lance and his team’s exceptional work.  The remodel transformed our house into a stunning, functional, and welcoming modern farmhouse that we are proud to call home.  We highly recommend Lance without reservation to anyone seeking a skilled and reliable contractor for their home renovation project, as his commitment to excellence, exceptional craftsmanship, and utmost professionalism truly go above and beyond.

 Scott and Colleen Gelfer, Nellie Gail Ranch

“There comes a time when you decide it’s time to create a new environment for your household. The decision is not an easy one. You are torn between moving or remodeling. Television has enhanced all of our visions of what “we” can do. But once you come to the realization you are not Chip and Joanna Gaines, you ask who can I trust with our precious dreams? Who will embrace, expand and build our vison while guiding us through the maze of city and county codes, subcontractors and the dreaded change order issues?

After thoroughly researching 9 contractors, we entrusted Vaughn Builders with our dream and our pocketbook for a whole house remodel. Lance Vaughn took the time to explain the process. He exemplified the words professional, proactive, detailed and timely to Lynn and me from day one of our relationship.

Your anxiety is high but your excitement is higher. You evaluate bids and estimates with each contractor. The process and the relationship evolved as we built a level of confidence with Lance’s team. His patience with our endless questions along with his proactive approach to issues before they become proverbial “change” orders was refreshing!

Budgets, timelines, and quality all hold dear to each of our hearts and collective purse strings. Lynn and I are both from New England. We have remodeled before and are very detail oriented. None the less, we expressed this concern of craftsmanship to Lance right up front. Details and quality were foremost on our mind. The work of our home speaks volumes of Vaughn Builders. His sub-contractors were all pure professionals with personal pride in their work and its finished appearance.

From inception to move in day, Lance held our hand - almost every single day! I know, because my wife was there. Equally important, at least to most of us, the project came in on budget and on time!

Last, but maybe not least, the consideration Lance and his subcontractors took to maintain the project’s cleanliness on a daily basis was simply impressive. No unsightly piles, debris or hazards.

For over two years now, we have lived in and loved our finished home. Hence, I mention another almost equally important detail that emerged after move-in: Will your contractor be there when you are done? We have experienced very few

issues with our new home. However, when an issue did arise, Lance has been quick to respond and resolve any issues we have had! Lance has incredible quality subcontractor relationships and it shows. They respond quickly and resolve any issue promptly.

We are blessed to have met Lance and all the talented folks around him. In our humble opinion, Vaughn Builders is the best place to entrust and build your dreams.”

"Vaughn Builders transformed our 1960’s beachy kitchen and tiny bathroom into a beautiful open, contemporary area the entire family enjoys. Lance and his skilled team aided in the design then built a fluid yet very functional kitchen and elegant bathroom. Vaughn Builders’ professionalism, cleanliness, attention to detail and solid work ethic far exceeded our expectations. Lance kept the project on time (or even ahead of schedule) and on budget. It was truly a pleasure working with the Vaughn Builders team."

"Working with Lance on our recent remodel was a complete pleasure. When Mr. Vaughn agreed to take on the job he walked on to a site that would have discouraged many others. The demolition had already begun and things were a mess. Not once did I hear him comment about the mess that others had left behind or created, instead he dealt with every situation with a positive, professional and helpful approach. He always had the “no problem, we can fix that” attitude. He was always pleasant, helpful and flexible about modifications throughout the entire project. This attitude was also translated through the subs he worked with. I had neighbors comment about how respectful the crew was and how clean and neat everything was left at the end of the day. I was extremely happy with the results and would highly recommend Vaughn Builders."

When we initially spoke to Lance and talked to him about our project, we had just purchased a brand new home in San Juan Capistrano, but still lived out of state. The project had two distinct objectives. We had to prepare the home for an aging parent to move in with us and to utilize some dead space above the garage to build out a home office. The thought of tearing apart a brand new home and putting it back together was terrifying but Lance and his team at Vaughn Builders made the whole process stress free. The finished result is amazing. The craftsmanship and attention to details is top notch and shows through on every inch of the project. In fact, we have had a running stream of neighbors with similar floor plans wanting to look at our home to see what is possible. Needless to say, we are extremely happy with our remodel and wouldn’t hesitate to hire Vaughn Builders on future projects.

Vaughn Builders realized my vision of transforming a 1930's beach cottage into a "new" old house- and with their expertise, the remodel exceeded my expectations. The attention to detail and execution of quality work was consistent and exemplary. Under Lance Vaughn’s careful supervision, my project was done in a timely manner and on budget. I am so impressed with Lance's calm, positive and professional manner, as well as his thoroughness and vast knowledge. The entire process with Vaughn Builders and his well curated team was a blessing.