Kitchen remodeling
Bathroom remodeling
Home additions & ADU
Roofing
Windows & doors
Driveway & pavers
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Remodeling Company in Claremont, CA
Home renovation in Claremont means working with houses that were built before drywall was standard, in a town where design review boards actually read the plans. We handle everything from knob-and-tube rewiring in a 1920s Craftsman near the Village to complete exterior upgrades on a 1960s ranch up against the foothills. One call to (855) 901-7266 starts the process, and you’ll get a straight answer on what your project will cost before we ever pick up a hammer.
Why Claremont Homes Are Different
Claremont sits at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains, which means two things for construction: intense summer heat that bakes roofing and siding, and Santa Ana wind events that turn a loose shingle into a projectile. Homes in the 91711 ZIP run from early-1900s Craftsman and Period Revival stock near the College campuses to 1950s and 60s ranch tracts on the north and south edges. The older homes mean we routinely open walls to find lath-and-plaster over knob-and-tube wiring, and foundations that need seismic retrofitting under California’s existing-building code. The newer-to-mid-century homes have their own issues: single-pane windows, minimal insulation, and roofs that were rated for a milder climate than what Claremont actually gets in August.
The Village core adds another layer. Claremont’s historic districts and design review process mean exterior work isn’t just about what you want. It’s about what the Architectural Commission will approve. We’ve learned to spec materials – James Hardie siding in period-appropriate colors, for instance – that satisfy both the homeowner and the reviewer. North Claremont homes backing toward the foothills face a different set of rules entirely: wildfire defensible-space requirements and ember-resistant venting on roof replacements that flat-lot homes in the same ZIP never trigger.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Claremont Services
Most Claremont homeowners call us about one of two things: a whole-home project where they need one accountable contractor, or a major remodel where they want brand-name materials without juggling five different companies.
General Contractor in Claremont
When a Claremont job spans multiple trades – re-roofing, window replacement, kitchen work, a new paver driveway – you need a single general contractor who manages scheduling, subs, materials, and quality control. That’s the work we do. Claremont’s housing mix makes this especially useful: a 1920s home near the Colleges might need foundation work, rewiring, and a kitchen remodel all at once, and those trades have to be sequenced correctly. We carry the full scope under one contract, from roofline to foundation. General Contractor in Claremont
Home Remodeling in Claremont
Remodeling a Claremont home usually means working within constraints: historic review for Village properties, wildfire code for foothill lots, and tight lot lines almost everywhere. We remodel kitchens, bathrooms, and whole interiors with material selections that match the era of the house – or deliberately update it, if that’s the direction you want. Cambria countertops, Kohler fixtures, KraftMaid cabinetry: you pick from curated brands, we handle the installation. Home Remodeling in Claremont
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees — you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
Home Renovation in Claremont
Home renovation in Claremont typically means bringing a pre-1980 house up to modern electrical, plumbing, and insulation standards without stripping away what makes it a Claremont home. The specific challenge here is the housing stock: knob-and-tube wiring in the Craftsman-era homes, single-pane aluminum windows in the mid-century tracts, and foundations that predate current seismic code. Full Home Renovation work in the 91711 ZIP usually runs $14,000 to $130,000 depending on scope, and we break that down line by line before you sign anything.
Home Renovation Contractors
Signs you need it
Your Claremont home has ungrounded outlets, visible knob-and-tube wiring, or rooms that can’t hold temperature in August heat or January wind.
What it costs in Claremont
Whole-home renovation in Claremont typically runs $14,000 to $45,000 for kitchens, $9,000 to $28,000 per bathroom, and $45,000 to $130,000 for a full-home scope depending on square footage.
How we do it
We start with a systems audit – electrical, plumbing, insulation, structure – then sequence the work so you’re not living in a construction zone longer than necessary.
Home Renovation Companies
Signs you need it
You’re planning a multi-system project – say, a kitchen plus attic insulation plus a new electrical panel – and don’t want to coordinate three separate crews.
What it costs in Claremont
A renovation company managing multiple systems in Claremont typically charges $9,000 to $20,000 for a small kitchen, $3,500 to $10,000 for a tub-to-shower conversion, and $8,000 to $20,000 for a roof replacement.
How we do it
One project lead manages every trade under a single contract, so scheduling, material delivery, and inspections are our problem, not yours.
What Home Renovation Costs in Claremont
| Item | Typical range in Claremont |
|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | $14,000 – $45,000 |
| Bathroom remodel | $9,000 – $28,000 |
| Home addition | $45,000 – $130,000 |
How long does a home renovation take in Claremont?
A single-room renovation in Claremont typically takes 4 – 8 weeks, while a whole-home scope runs 4 – 8 months once permits clear. Historic-district review in the Village can add 4 – 6 weeks before work starts. Call (855) 901-7266 for a timeline specific to your project.
Do you pull permits for Claremont renovations?
Yes. Every renovation that requires a permit in Claremont gets one, and we handle the city submittal, the design review if your home is in a historic district, and the inspections. You never deal with the counter at City Hall. Call (855) 901-7266 to check what your job will require.
Brands We Service in Claremont
We order parts and materials for the brands Claremont homeowners actually specify: James Hardie siding, Plant Prefab for ADU shells, and Boxabl for factory-built accessory units. Most exterior materials arrive within a week through our supplier network – our brands are stocked regionally, not drop-shipped from out of state.
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| Service | Typical range in Claremont |
|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | $14,000 – $45,000 |
| Small kitchen remodel | $9,000 – $20,000 |
| Bathroom remodel | $9,000 – $28,000 |
| Walk-in shower installation | $4,500 – $12,000 |
| Paver patio installation | $3,500 – $11,000 |
| Roof replacement | $8,000 – $20,000 |
| Window replacement | $4,500 – $15,000 |
| Vinyl fence installation | $3,500 – $9,000 |
| Home addition | $45,000 – $130,000 |
| ADU construction | $90,000 – $220,000 |
| Garage conversion | $30,000 – $80,000 |
| Concrete driveway installation | $4,500 – $12,000 |
What pushes prices up in Claremont: historic-district compliance on Village properties, ember-resistant venting and defensible-space work on foothill lots, and the cost of retrofitting old foundations or wiring in pre-1950 homes. We quote fixed prices with line items, no change orders unless you change the scope.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Claremont
We work across the 91711 ZIP, from the historic Village core up into the north foothill streets and out to the ranch tracts on the south edge. Each area has its own permit and design realities, and we know which ones will need Architectural Commission review before you do.
- The Village
- North Claremont foothills
- Claremont Manor area
- South Claremont ranch tracts
- College campus-adjacent neighborhoods
Service Area – Cities Near Claremont
San Mateo Construction serves Claremont and the surrounding foothill communities. If you’re in Montclair, CA, La Verne, CA, Upland, CA, or San Antonio Heights, CA, the same team and pricing apply. Wildfire-zone requirements and mid-century housing stock run through all of these markets, so we’re already familiar with the conditions your project will face.
Serving Claremont, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Claremont area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage — if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs About Remodeling Company in Claremont
Most Claremont renovations start within 2 – 4 weeks of contract signing pending permit clearance. Historic-district review in the Village can push that to 6 – 8 weeks. Call (855) 901-7266 to get a realistic start date for your specific address.
Yes. We prepare the plans, materials lists, and color samples the Architectural Commission expects, and we show up to the review if needed. Homes outside the Village still need standard city permits, which we pull and close out for you.
Yes. North Claremont properties in the WUI zone often need ember-resistant vents, ignition-resistant siding, and defensible-space upgrades during exterior work. We build those requirements into the initial quote so they don’t surprise you mid-project. Call (855) 901-7266 for a free estimate on any Claremont renovation or remodel.
What happens when you call
- 1A real person answersNo phone trees — talk to a local construction pro.
- 2You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched. No surprises.
- 3We come out and measureLicensed & insured, at a time that suits you — the visit and the quote are both free.
- 4You get the price in writingLine-itemed, yours to keep, and nothing starts until you say go.
What Claremont Customers Say
"The foundation survey came back dead on. Everything downstream of that being square is the reason the rest of the build went smoothly."
— Karim Khalil"Weekend rate was higher, which they told me up front and I was fine with. What I wasn't expecting was for someone to actually come out on a Sunday."
— Michelle Norris"He caught an error in the engineer's drawings before it got framed, which would have been an expensive thing to discover later."
— Cole Hoffman