Serving San Diego
General Contractor in San Diego, CA
The San Diego Construction Company has been renovating homes and commercial spaces across San Diego since 2017. From Mission Hills craftsman bungalows to downtown high-rise tenant improvements, owner Christian Rodriguez is on every project from the first walkthrough to the final punch list.
The City
Building in San Diego Means Understanding San Diego
San Diego's housing stock spans nearly a century of California architecture. Mid-century ranch homes in Clairemont and Serra Mesa sit alongside Spanish Revival properties in Mission Hills and Kensington, postwar bungalows in North Park and Normal Heights, and modern construction in East Village and Little Italy. Each style has its own structural quirks, material preferences, and permit considerations.
The marine layer brings persistent moisture to coastal neighborhoods from Ocean Beach to La Jolla, while inland areas like Tierrasanta and Scripps Ranch deal with dry Santa Ana winds and wildfire-zone setback requirements. A contractor who works across San Diego needs to understand both — the stucco cracking patterns in Rancho Bernardo are different from the moisture intrusion issues you see in Point Loma.
San Diego's building department operates out of the Development Services Department at 1222 First Avenue. Permits for structural work, electrical, plumbing, and anything that changes the building envelope go through this office. SDCC pulls permits in-house and manages the inspection process directly — we never ask homeowners to deal with the city on their own.
What We Do Here
Renovations Across Every San Diego Neighborhood
The most common projects we handle in San Diego proper are kitchen and bathroom remodels in homes built between 1955 and 1985. These properties typically have galvanized plumbing that's reaching end of life, original electrical panels that need upgrading to 200-amp service, and layouts that don't match how families use their kitchens today. A typical San Diego kitchen remodel runs 6 to 8 weeks and involves opening walls, replacing plumbing risers, adding circuits for modern appliances, and installing new cabinetry, countertops, and tile.
Epoxy and specialty floor coatings are another high-demand service. San Diego's garage culture — surfboards, project cars, home gyms — means homeowners want durable, easy-to-clean floors that hold up to heat, chemicals, and heavy use. We install polyaspartic and epoxy systems in residential garages and commercial spaces across the county.
- Kitchen & bathroom remodels
- Epoxy garage floors & specialty coatings
- Tile, natural stone & countertop fabrication
- Interior & exterior painting
- Electrical panel upgrades & new circuits
- Waterproofing & roof repair
- Concrete work & selective demolition
- Commercial tenant improvements
San Diego Neighborhoods We Work In
We work across the entire city of San Diego, not just the zip codes closest to our office on Frazee Road in Mission Valley. Here are some of the neighborhoods where we have completed projects:
- Mission Valley & Mission Hills
- North Park & Normal Heights
- Hillcrest & University Heights
- Kensington & Talmadge
- Clairemont & Bay Park
- Pacific Beach & Ocean Beach
- Point Loma & Midway District
- University City & Mira Mesa
- Scripps Ranch & Tierrasanta
- Rancho Bernardo & Rancho Peñasquitos
- Downtown & East Village
- Golden Hill & South Park
- Serra Mesa & Grantville
- San Carlos & Del Cerro
Common Questions
Do I need a permit for a kitchen remodel in San Diego?
If the work involves moving walls, changing plumbing or gas lines, adding electrical circuits, or modifying the building envelope, yes — a permit is required through San Diego's Development Services Department. Cosmetic work like replacing countertops, painting cabinets, or swapping fixtures typically does not. We assess permit needs during the free estimate and handle the process if permits are required.
How much does a kitchen remodel cost in San Diego?
It depends entirely on scope. A cosmetic refresh — new countertops, backsplash, cabinet paint, and hardware — can run significantly less than a full gut-to-finish remodel that involves structural changes, new plumbing, electrical upgrades, and custom cabinetry. We provide detailed written estimates after an in-person walkthrough so you know exactly what you're getting before any work begins.
What's different about working with SDCC versus a large San Diego contractor?
The owner, Christian Rodriguez, is on every job — not a salesperson who disappears after the contract is signed. We coordinate every trade in-house rather than subcontracting everything out. That means one point of contact, consistent quality across every phase, and no surprises on your invoice.
Do you work in older San Diego neighborhoods like North Park or Kensington?
Yes. We work in every San Diego neighborhood. Older homes in North Park, Kensington, Mission Hills, and Normal Heights often have specific challenges — knob-and-tube wiring, galvanized plumbing, plaster walls, and non-standard framing. We have experience navigating these issues and working with the city's historic review process when applicable.
Can you work on commercial spaces in San Diego?
Yes. We do tenant improvements, office build-outs, and retail spaces throughout San Diego. We can schedule work during nights and weekends to minimize disruption to your business operations.
Areas We Serve
Our Services
Ready to start your San Diego project?
Call Christian directly for a free on-site estimate. We'll walk your project, answer your questions, and give you an honest number — not a sales pitch.
CSLB License #1027836 · Licensed, Bonded & Insured · Est. 2017