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South Bay Custom Closets

Cabinet maker · Downey, CA · reviewed since 2018

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%92+54Reliability 26%87+22.7Value 15%95+14.5Craft & service penalty98−0.2Momentum penalty78−2.2Experts Score= 89Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.89SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#19 of 31 closet designersPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 40%
4.9 ★★★★★ 76 Google reviews · 18 photos
99%five-star reviews
4.79★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
2.4%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
99%reviews answered by the owner
Sep 2026latest review

South Bay Custom Closets at a glance

Customers frequently cite the company's punctuality, professional installation, and clear communication throughout the design and build process. Reviewers note that the team provides quick design appointments, accurate quotes, and efficient scheduling, often completing multi-closet projects in just a few days. The work is described as high-quality and durable, with installers praised for leaving sites clean and addressing minor issues promptly. No recurring criticisms appear in the provided excerpts.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 76 reviews (99% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 76 Google reviews (72 with written comments, 18 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 99% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: September 1, 2026.
  • Service: Closet Designer serving Downey, California.

Data from Google, last updated October 26, 2026.

Score profile vs other closet designers

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: craft & service and value; weakest: momentum.

Satisfaction92Reliability87Craft & service98Value95Momentum78Replies to reviews–Satisfaction: 92 (median 94)Reliability: 87 (median 93)Craft & service: 98 (median 98)Value: 95 (median 100)Momentum: 78 (median 100)
South Bay Custom ClosetsCloset Designers median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.South Bay Custom Closets: 92/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.A
92
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.South Bay Custom Closets: 87/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
87
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.South Bay Custom Closets: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.A
98
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.South Bay Custom Closets: 95/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
95
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.South Bay Custom Closets: 78/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.B
78
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 84.–
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Star ratings

76 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars7599%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star11%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 72 written reviews

  • Praise17899%
  • Complaints21%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude4525%
  • Would recommend3318%
  • Speed & response3218%
  • Quality & results3117%
  • Price & value1911%
  • Communication148%
  • Honesty & trust63%

What customers talk about

We read 72 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “…ch-in closet, we appreciated the knowledge, suggestions, quality and professionalism displayed by everyone.…”
  • “We would definitely recommend South Bay Customs Closets to anyone in the market for high-quality custom closets.”
    “I cannot recommend South Bay Custom Closets enough!”
  • “We had an excellent experience designing our closets with Peggy and the install with Daniel was smooth and efficient.”
  • “Bruce was great to work with, and the finished product exceeded our expectations once again.”
  • “Was able to get a design appointment in a reasonable period of time and we had the design options and quotes back within a day.”
  • “The owner Bruce came out to measure and explained our options and was super helpful.”
  • “6 weeks later we have our cabinets installed and we’re so glad we chose this company to work with and highly recommend and trustworthy.”

People customers mention

  • Bruce 18 reviews
  • Daniel 11 reviews
  • Juan 8 reviews
  • Nadya 8 reviews
  • Peggy 3 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

Customers hired South Bay Custom Closets for 4 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent reviews

WayneLocal Guide · 61 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

We had an excellent experience designing our closets with Peggy and the install with Daniel was smooth and efficient. Both were professional and friendly. Highly recommend.

Michael4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

We love our new closet! From the first time we met with Bruce to the installation and completion of our reach-in closet, we appreciated the knowledge, suggestions, quality and professionalism displayed by everyone. We highly recommend South Bay Custom Closets.

Sheeta1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★

South Bay Customs Closets is the place to go if you're looking for custom closets in your home. We first worked with Bruce over four years ago, and we were so impressed with the quality of his work and the thoughtful design that we called him again after moving into our new home to help with every closet in the…

Julie3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★

We had a great experience! Was able to get a design appointment in a reasonable period of time and we had the design options and quotes back within a day. And then installation was within a few weeks. The cabinets are sturdy. Overall we are happy!

Customer photo from Julie's review
R9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

I like a company that cares about minor details. South Bay Custom Closet's team designed and installed cabinets and flooring in my garage six years ago. I recently had a minor issue with a defective flooring bolt. They immediately responded and fixed it. The cabinets and flooring look and work as well as the day everything was installed.

Renata10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

I couldn’t be happier with my custom closet from South Bay Custom Closets! Peggy, the lead designer, was absolutely incredible—she designed a closet that perfectly fits my needs and style. It’s like it was made just for me! The installation team, Juan and Daniel, were very professional, and the craftsmanship is…

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 76 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Wayne LiquormanLocal Guide · 61 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Wayne has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We had an excellent experience designing our closets with Peggy and the install with Daniel was smooth and efficient. Both were professional and friendly. Highly recommend.

Michael Mahkorn4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Michael has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We love our new closet! From the first time we met with Bruce to the installation and completion of our reach-in closet, we appreciated the knowledge, suggestions, quality and professionalism displayed by everyone. We highly recommend South Bay Custom Closets.

Response from the owner · 2 months ago

Hi Michael, it was truly a pleasure to meet and work with both you amd your wife. Thanks so much for your business and the kind words. Please do not hesitate to ask us if you need anything in the future. Best regards Bruce Tennant

jewelry19788 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews jewelry1978 has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Just had my garage cabinets custom made. Peggy and her team was amazing!

Response from the owner · 2 months ago

Thank you so much for the kind words and the photo! We really appreciate you taking the time to leave a review. So happy that you are happy with the garage cabinets. I will make sure that Peggy and the team know! Let us know if you need anything in the future. Bruce Tennant

Sheeta Lin1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Sheeta has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

South Bay Customs Closets is the place to go if you're looking for custom closets in your home. We first worked with Bruce over four years ago, and we were so impressed with the quality of his work and the thoughtful design that we called him again after moving into our new home to help with every closet in the house. From the initial quote to the design and installation, the entire process was smooth, professional, and hassle-free. Bruce was great to work with, and the finished product exceeded our expectations once again. We would definitely recommend South Bay Customs Closets to anyone in the market for high-quality custom closets.

Response from the owner · 3 months ago

Hi Sheeta, thank you so much for the kind words, and for taking the time to write this review. It was a pleasure to work with you again. So happy to help in your New Home. Let us know if you need anything in the future. Thank you again.

Julie T3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Julie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We had a great experience! Was able to get a design appointment in a reasonable period of time and we had the design options and quotes back within a day. And then installation was within a few weeks. The cabinets are sturdy. Overall we are happy!

Response from the owner · 3 months ago

Hi Julie, thank you so much for taking the time to write this review. It was a pleasure working with you. Please call us if you need anything in the future. Thank you again.!!

R Kircher9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews R has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I like a company that cares about minor details. South Bay Custom Closet's team designed and installed cabinets and flooring in my garage six years ago. I recently had a minor issue with a defective flooring bolt. They immediately responded and fixed it. The cabinets and flooring look and work as well as the day everything was installed.

Response from the owner · 4 months ago

Hi R Kircher! Thank you so much for taking the time to write this review. We are happy to visit our customers and demonstrate that we do truly care about maintaining a great relationship with the people that have supported us. Let us know if you need anything in the future and thank you again. Bruce Tennant

Renata Velasco10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Renata has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I couldn’t be happier with my custom closet from South Bay Custom Closets! Peggy, the lead designer, was absolutely incredible—she designed a closet that perfectly fits my needs and style. It’s like it was made just for me! The installation team, Juan and Daniel, were very professional, and the craftsmanship is top-notch. After seeing an estimate and the design options from California Closets, I knew South Bay was the right choice. I highly recommend them—if you’re looking for a quality custom closet, look no further!

Response from the owner · 4 months ago

Hi Renata, thank you so much for your business and for taking the time to write this review. I will make sure that Peggy, Juan and Daniel See this review. Please let us know if you need anything in the future. Thank you again for your business!

Jennah JLocal Guide · 15 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jennah has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I evaluated four companies before settling on South Bay. They were both cost-effective and feel so extremely high-quality that I feel like I didn’t have to compromise on anything. The installation team was professional, and I got to work with Bruce directly and design exactly what we were looking for. He helped me make good design decisions and optimize our space which feels so much bigger with our new solution. It’s been a couple of months and I’m still absolutely thrilled with it and we’ll happily be using them again in the future!

Response from the owner · 4 months ago

Hi Jennah Thank you so much for your business and for taking the time to leave this review.! It was a pleasure meeting you and working to improve your master closet Please let us know if there’s anything you need in the future!

Dieter ZemmrichLocal Guide · 18 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Dieter has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Creating more usable space maintaining attractive designs, complemented by effective installations from Daniel Ayon's team. It was a pleasure to see their professional implementation of design.

Response from the owner · a year ago

Thank you Dieter! It was a pleasure helping with your garage

Louise Dobler3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Louise has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I have a very small walk-in closet, but they made use of every single inch of that space. The quality of the work is outstanding, and the installer, Daniel, was so knowledgeable and helpful. Cannot recommend them highly enough. They were prompt, thorough, and everything you want when dealing with a business.

Response from the owner · 8 months ago

Hi Louise, Thank you so much for taking the time to write this review. We are grateful for your business and so happy to hear that you enjoyed the experience. Please let us know if you need anything in the future. Sincerely, Bruce Tennant

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