Kitchen remodeling
Bathroom remodeling
Home additions & ADU
Roofing
Windows & doors
Driveway & pavers
FenceFree written scope consultation - allowances, timeline, and change-order rules on paper before a single trade is scheduled
Trusted General Contractor for San Mateo Homeowners
Hiring our General Contractor in San Mateo means trusting one team to manage the entire scope of your renovation, from roofline to foundation. Our company handles everything from roof replacement, window replacement, kitchen remodels, bathroom remodels, paver driveways, and complete ADU construction under a single contract. We’re led by Noel Carrington, and we’ve built our reputation on carrying more name-brand supplier relationships than most remodelers in the Bay Area – KraftMaid and Wellborn cabinetry, Cambria and Caesarstone countertops, GAF and Owens Corning roofing, PGT windows, James Hardie siding. Whether you’re in the Aragon neighborhood or up toward Hillsdale, we manage every trade, every permit, and every material delivery so you don’t have to juggle five different subcontractors.
Call (855) 901-7266 to schedule your free estimate. We walk your property, talk through your scope, and give you written line-item pricing with no change orders down the road.
Construction Company
A Construction Company is the entity you hire when your project spans multiple trades – structural work, exterior systems, interior finishes, and everything between. That’s exactly what San Mateo Construction is: one licensed general contractor responsible for roofing, siding, windows, cabinetry, countertops, plumbing fixtures, hardscaping, fencing, and ADU construction. We coordinate the sequencing, pull the permits, schedule the inspections, and stand behind the work when it’s done.
Whole-Home Scope
Most homeowners don’t need three separate companies to re-roof the house, remodel the kitchen, and replace the windows. We do all of it under one contract, which means one person answering your calls and one team accountable for the finished result.
Material Selection Without Guesswork
We help you choose between vetted brands at different price points – Cambria countertops alongside Silestone or Caesarstone, Grohe and Toto plumbing fixtures alongside Delta and American Standard. You get curated options, not whatever happens to be in stock at the supply yard.
Styles & brands we work with
Remodeling Contractor
A Remodeling Contractor handles the reconfiguration and updating of existing spaces – kitchens, bathrooms, additions, garage conversions. San Mateo Construction manages remodels from demo day through final paint, and our pricing reflects the current San Mateo market. A kitchen remodel typically runs $14,000 to $45,000 depending on cabinet grade, countertop material, and whether you’re moving plumbing or electrical. Bathroom remodels run $9,000 to $28,000, with smaller baths starting around $5,000.
Kitchen and Bath Scope
We handle cabinet installation ($4,000 to $13,000), countertop installation ($2,000 to $6,500), backsplash work ($800 to $2,500), and full kitchen island builds ($3,000 to $10,000). For bathrooms, we do walk-in showers ($4,500 to $12,000), tub-to-shower conversions ($3,500 to $10,000), and vanity installations ($800 to $3,000).
One Contract, Every Trade
Because we’re also your roof, window, and hardscape contractor, we can sequence work so your remodel doesn’t hit a wall waiting on a separate vendor, as outlined in our General Contractor Maintenance Checklist for San Mateo Homeowners. The same team that rebuilds your kitchen can replace the patio pavers and re-flash the roofline where the addition ties in.
Licensed General Contractor
A Licensed General Contractor in California is legally authorized to pull permits, manage subcontractors, and carry the liability and workers’ compensation coverage that protects your property during construction. Noel Carrington runs San Mateo Construction as a state-licensed operation. We pull permits for structural work, pass inspections before we call a project finished, and carry the insurance your mortgage lender will want to see if you’re financing the renovation.
Permits and Inspections
We handle the paperwork with the San Mateo building department. Roof replacements, ADU construction, home additions, and structural modifications all require permits, and we file them under our license. You don’t chase down approvals or wonder whether the work was signed off.
Subcontractor Management
A licensed GC is only as good as the subs they bring on site. We’ve worked with the same framing, electrical, plumbing, and tile crews long enough to know who shows up on time and who cuts corners. You get that roster without having to screen anyone yourself.
Residential General Contractor
A Residential General Contractor specializes in single-family homes, townhomes, and ADUs rather than commercial buildings. San Mateo Construction works exclusively on residential projects across San Mateo County, including our General Contractor in Highlands-Baywood Park. Home additions run $45,000 to $130,000 depending on square footage and foundation work. ADU construction runs $90,000 to $220,000, and garage conversions run $30,000 to $80,000.
Home Additions and ADUs
San Mateo homeowners who need more space often look at ADUs first. We build traditional stick-built ADUs and we also work with prefab manufacturers like Abodu, Dvele, Plant Prefab, and Boxabl – an option most remodelers in the area can’t offer because they don’t hold those partnerships.
Exterior Systems
Residential general contracting includes the envelope, not just the interior. We install GAF, CertainTeed, and Owens Corning roofing; James Hardie siding; and PGT or Therma-Tru windows and doors. One contractor accountable for the weatherproof shell and the finished rooms inside it.
Hire a General Contractor
You Hire a General Contractor when your project involves more than one trade and you don’t want to be the project manager, as explained in The Complete General Contractor Guide for San Mateo Homeowners. In San Mateo, the alternative is calling a roofer, then a window company, then a cabinet shop, then a tile setter, then trying to sequence them all around each other. Our clients hire us because they want one point of contact and one contract covering the whole job.
What a GC Actually Does
We order materials, schedule trades in the right sequence, manage the job site, handle change orders before they become surprises, and resolve issues when something doesn’t go to plan. You make material selections; we handle everything downstream of that decision.
Fixed Pricing and Written Quotes
We write fixed-price, line-item estimates before work starts. If a structural discovery or code issue forces a change, you approve the number in writing before we proceed. No handshake modifications, no “we’ll figure it out later” billing.
General Contractor Services
General Contractor Services from San Mateo Construction cover the full envelope and interior of your home. Roof replacement runs $8,000 to $20,000 for typical San Mateo compositions, with metal roofs running $15,000 to $40,000. Window replacement runs $4,500 to $15,000, impact windows $8,000 to $25,000. Paver driveways run $7,000 to $18,000, concrete driveways $4,500 to $12,000, and paver patios $3,500 to $11,000. Vinyl and aluminum fencing run $3,500 to $10,000 depending on lineal feet and grade.
Exterior and Hardscape Work
We install Belgard, Unilock, and Techo-Bloc pavers for driveways and patios, Master Halco and Ameristar fencing, and James Hardie fiber cement siding. These are material relationships we maintain year-round, not products we source ad hoc on a per-project basis.
Interior Renovation
We set KraftMaid and Wellborn cabinetry, fabricate Cambria, Silestone, and Caesarstone countertops, and install Kohler, Grohe, Toto, and Moen fixtures. We also use Schluter waterproofing systems for every tile shower and wet area, which is the difference between a shower that leaks in year three and one that never does.
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.
Brands We Service
We work directly with PGT and CGI for impact-rated windows and doors, two manufacturers that dominate the hurricane and coastal-rated window market. PGT’s WinGuard and CGI’s Sentinel lines both meet Miami-Dade impact standards, which is more than sufficient for San Mateo’s wind and seismic requirements. We’re a direct dealer for both, which means warranty claims and replacement parts go through us rather than a third-party distributor.
We also install Tamko and Boral roofing and siding products. Tamko’s Heritage shingle line is a solid mid-tier option when you want better performance than builder grade without jumping to premium pricing. Boral’s TruExterior siding gives you the look of wood with dramatically less maintenance, and it takes paint well. Whether you have PGT, CGI, Tamko, Boral, or any other make, we can help you choose the right product and install it correctly.
See the difference
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AfterSigns You Need a Pro Right Now
- Water stains on ceilings or walls. A roof leak or failed window flashing is the usual culprit. Once water gets past the envelope, it starts saturating insulation and framing, and mold follows within weeks. Waiting turns a $400 to $1,800 roof repair into a $5,000 drywall and insulation project.
- Doors or windows that stick or won’t latch. In San Mateo’s clay-heavy soils, foundation movement is common, especially in the older neighborhoods around downtown and Baywood. A sticking door might be a settling issue or it could signal something structural. A licensed contractor can tell the difference before you spend on cosmetic fixes.
- Cracked or bowing tile in a shower. Tile that’s pulling away from the substrate usually means water got behind it. If the shower wasn’t waterproofed with a system like Schluter, the framing behind it is rotting. This is not a caulk-and-paint fix.
- Multiple trades failing at once. When the roof is leaking and the windows are drafty and the deck is soft, you don’t have three separate emergencies. You have one envelope problem. That’s a whole-home scope, and it’s exactly what we’re built to handle under one contract.
- Planning a major addition or ADU. San Mateo permitting for ADUs has specific setbacks, parking, and floor-area-ratio rules depending on your zoning district. If you’re at the stage of sketching layouts, you should have a licensed GC looking at the buildability before you spend on design fees.
Our Process, Step by Step
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Free on-site estimate. We walk your San Mateo property, take measurements, and talk through your scope. You’ll get a written, line-item quote within a few days. No vague allowances, no verbal ballparks.
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Material selection. This is where our brand portfolio matters most. We’ll show you Cambria vs. Caesarstone vs. Silestone for the countertops, Kohler vs. Grohe vs. Moen for the fixtures, and GAF vs. CertainTeed vs. Owens Corning for the roof, with honest guidance on where each tier makes sense for your budget.
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Permitting. We file plans and permit applications with the City of San Mateo, respond to plan-review comments, and schedule inspections. You never have to visit the permit counter.
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Construction and sequencing. Depending on scope, we’ll start with the envelope – roof, windows, siding – then move indoors. This sequencing prevents demolition from exposing your interior to weather, and it means the trades arrive in the right order.
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Final walkthrough and warranty. We walk the finished project with you, create a punch list, and complete every item before we call the job done. Workmanship is warranted in writing, and manufacturer warranties are registered in your name.
How Much Does General Contractor Cost in San Mateo?
A typical kitchen remodel in San Mateo runs $14,000 to $45,000, depending on cabinet grade, countertop material, and whether you’re moving plumbing or electrical. A bathroom remodel runs $9,000 to $28,000, with small baths starting around $5,000. Roof replacement runs $8,000 to $20,000 for standard composition shingles, while metal roofs start around $15,000 and can reach $40,000. Home additions run $45,000 to $130,000, and full ADU construction runs $90,000 to $220,000.
What affects the price: square footage, the condition of existing framing and electrical, the material tier you choose, and whether the work triggers seismic upgrades or additional permitting. The biggest driver of overpaying is change orders – trades adding costs mid-project because the original scope was vague. We eliminate that with fixed-price, line-item quotes. Our free estimates include a written scope of work, a material list, and a price breakdown by trade, so you can see exactly what you’re paying for before you sign anything.
To avoid overpaying, don’t accept lump-sum quotes without line-item detail, and ask whether shingle warranties are registered in your name. Call (855) 901-7266 for an exact quote – estimates are free, and we’ll walk you through the numbers in plain English.
Our Service Area Near San Mateo
We serve San Mateo and the surrounding Peninsula communities, including Sausalito, Tiburon, Belvedere, Cupertino, Marin City, Milpitas, Santa Clara, Saratoga, Buena Vista, Campbell, San Jose, and Monte Sereno. Typical response time for an estimate in San Mateo proper is within a few business days. If you’re planning a larger project, we’re happy to travel to see the site. Home page has more about our full service area.
Serving San Mateo, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the San Mateo area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage — if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
Frequently Asked Questions About General Contractor in San Mateo
A general contractor is the licensed professional who manages your entire construction project – permits, subcontractors, materials, inspections, and scheduling. Instead of you hiring a roofer, a window installer, a cabinet shop, and a tile setter separately, one GC handles all of it under a single contract. In San Mateo, that’s what we do at San Mateo Construction.
A kitchen or bathroom remodel typically takes 4 to 10 weeks depending on scope and permitting. A full ADU construction runs 3 to 8 months, and a roof replacement is usually 2 to 5 days once materials arrive. We give you a written schedule before work starts and update you if anything shifts.
Most projects fall between $5,000 for a small bathroom remodel and $220,000 for a complete ADU construction. The final number depends on scope, material tier, and the condition of your existing structure. We provide free, line-item estimates so you know the exact number before you commit. Call (855) 901-7266 to schedule yours.
Yes, we are a direct dealer for PGT and CGI impact-rated windows and doors. We install both manufacturers’ product lines, and we handle warranty registration and any service needs directly. Whether you’re replacing a single window or doing a full-home window project, we can help.
We prioritize active roof leaks, water intrusion, and other situations where continued damage is occurring. If water is coming into your home right now, call (855) 901-7266 and we’ll get someone out as soon as possible. For non-emergency estimates, we schedule within a few business days.
We warranty our workmanship in writing, and we register all manufacturer warranties – GAF, CertainTeed, PGT, James Hardie, KraftMaid, and others – in your name so the coverage is yours directly. If a product failure happens, you deal with us, not a call center.
Have a rough idea of your scope, a list of the brands or materials you’re interested in, and any HOA requirements if you live in a managed community. We’ll handle measurements, code questions, and feasibility. You don’t need to clean or prep anything – just be ready to walk us through the project.
Schedule Your General Contractor Service in San Mateo Today
One contractor, every system, from roofline to foundation. Call (855) 901-7266 to schedule your free, no-obligation estimate. We’ll walk your property, talk through your scope, and give you a written line-item quote. No pressure, no vague allowances, just a real number from a licensed general contractor who does the work.
Written by Noel Carrington, Owner at San Mateo Construction, serving San Mateo, CA and the surrounding Peninsula.