We never left
MODAA was founded by Altadena residents. Our own home was hit by the Eaton Fire. We are not storm-chasers driving in from out of town, we are your neighbors, rebuilding alongside you.
Altadena Rebuild · Eaton Fire
Rebuilding Altadena, with neighbors who never left.
MODAA was founded by Altadena residents. Our own home was hit by the fire, too. We know this town, its people, and the County permitting process better than anyone, and we are here to rebuild yours, faster and stronger.
- CSLB #920856
- A · B · C-36 · C-33
- LEED certified
- A+ BBB
- Building since 2008
- Altadena residents
A note from the founders
“Altadena is home. We raised our family here, and we watched the Eaton Fire take so much of what we love, including our own house. We are rebuilding ours, and we want to help you rebuild yours. You deserve a builder who answers the phone, knows the County, and treats your home like one of our own. That is what we do.”
The founders, MODAA Construction · Altadena residents
Why neighbors are choosing MODAA
Permitting, expedited
We know the County rebuild and permitting process inside out, and we manage every step for you, pushing your permits through as fast as the system allows so you break ground sooner.
Insurance-literate
We scope and document your rebuild to align with your coverage and work alongside your adjuster, so you get the most out of your claim and the fewest surprises.
Build back better, and safer
Like-for-like or a smarter home than before: fire-hardened materials, ember-resistant detailing, and modern systems built to current code.
Your rebuild, step by step
- 01
Talk to a neighbor
A no-pressure consult about your lot, your insurance, and what you want to come home to.
- 02
Insurance & design
We document the loss, scope the rebuild to your coverage, and shape the plans with you.
- 03
Permits, handled
We prepare and submit your package and shepherd it through the County rebuild track.
- 04
We build
One crew, one standard of craft, clear timelines and steady communication start to finish.
- 05
Welcome home
Final inspections, walkthrough, and the keys to a home built to last.
Built to a standard worth coming home to
For more than fifteen years MODAA has built and restored some of the finest homes in Los Angeles, including the AIA Design Award–winning Bridge House. That same craft goes into every Altadena rebuild.
See our work →Altadena rebuild questions
Do you specialize in Altadena fire rebuilds?
Yes. MODAA's founders live in Altadena and our own home was affected by the Eaton Fire. Helping our neighbors rebuild is our priority right now.
Can you help with my insurance claim?
We scope and document your rebuild to align with your policy and work alongside your adjuster so your coverage goes as far as possible. We are builders, not your insurer, but we make the construction side of your claim straightforward.
How long do rebuild permits take?
Timelines depend on the County and your specific lot, but Los Angeles County has stood up an expedited track for fire rebuilds. We know that process well and manage your permitting end to end to keep it moving as quickly as possible.
Can I improve or expand my home, not just rebuild what was there?
Yes. You can rebuild like-for-like, or build something better and larger within your zoning. We handle design and construction together so the choice is yours.
Can you make my new home more fire-resistant?
Absolutely. We build with fire-hardened materials, ember-resistant detailing, and modern systems to current code so your new home stands up better to the next event.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes, MODAA Construction holds CSLB license #920856 (classifications A, B, C-36, C-33), is LEED certified and carries an A+ BBB rating.
Let's rebuild your home
Tell us about your property. A MODAA founder will personally follow up, no call center, no pressure. Or call us directly at 310-359-8701.
Altadena Rebuild