Amazing crew. They were great with on site adjustments and completed the work promptly.

This is the second time we've worked with Elite Construction, and once again, they exceeded all expectations. We hired them to redesign and replace our crumbling back porch, and the results are wonderful--a graceful, functional, usable space, with craftsmanship and attention to detail second to none. Project Manager Dave Allami was a standout--his suggestions were thoughtful, his work meticulous, and he was incredibly accommodating throughout the process. When they removed the old porch, they uncovered serious structural issues with our home's foundation and support beams. Dave and the team didn't flinch. They pulled out all the stops to address the problems quickly and thoroughly. That part of our house is now the safest and most solid--it's truly impressive how seriously they took the issue and how fast they acted. What really touched us was how they treated our little 800-square-foot home like it was their own. It's just four little walls that hold our life, and they respected it like it was a mansion on a hill. That kind of care is rare. Highly, highly recommended. read more

We recently had 3 bathrooms remodeled with Elite. Eric, Craig and Lori were very easy to work with. They were always available to answer any questions, and they were especially free to help make any changes or modifications, which we had plenty of. Their construction crew was professional, clean and courteous. Just a great group to work with. Overall, it was a wonderful experience, and I highly recommend them. They are not only professional at what they do but also provide reliable construction services. read more

I've recently had a bathroom remodeled by Elite. It turned out great As with any remodel project there's always an issue or two but Elite handled these smoothly. All of the communication was great and they never left me hanging when I had a question which is not always the case with contractors. I'm a happy customer. read more

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Elite did an incredible job converting our two car garage, into a beautiful new bedroom space plus one-car garage. They were easy to work with from the beginning, setting clear and reliable expectations on timing and cost. They thought ahead on a number of possibilities -- such as rotten stucco paper -- to avoid us the cost and surprise down the road. Their entire crew was professional and hard working, but especially Eric, Craig, and Loren -- their communication and expectation of high-quality workmanship was a huge relief. Loren quickly addressed when some baseboard wasn't to his standard, and had it fixed before I even needed to stress over it. This is exactly the kind of crew you hope to have working in your home -- no worry of shoddy work, missed deadlines, or unmanaged costs. We will absolutely be choosing Elite for our next project. read more

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We recently hired Elite for an extensive bedroom and master bathroom remodel and were very pleased with their work. It was a significant project, as we raised the roof (something several others told us would not be possible) and updated EVERYTHING in the process. We found Elite to be professional, thorough and kind...and to deliver quality results. The one area that was frustrating was timing estimates - while I understand that projects like ours have many dependencies, there were a number of unanticipated delays. Overall, highly recommended and a pleasure to work with. read more

These guys are amazing and I am counting the days until I get to remodel my bathroom. They will be the first and only company I call. They remodeled our kitchen 2 years ago and it is a well used kitchen (I spend 80% of my time in there). Everything has held up so well. I haven't had a single visitor to my home who doesn't comment on my beautiful kitchen. AND they are great to work with. read more

Elite Construction did a total remodel of our Santa Cruz townhouse. New kitchen, new bathrooms, updated electrical, all new flooring, a new staircase and added storage. The results were amazing! Eric kept things moving as the remodeling progressed and helped us save a lot of money along the way. We had several ideas that he costed out and then made some suggestions that would get a similar effect. I had total confidence that things were being done right and in a cost-effective way. Another note is that the subcontractors he used to do the tile work, custom cabinets, electrical work and plumbing were all master craftsmen who took pride in their work and worked hard for the results to be perfect. Quite frankly, the results were even better than we could have imagined! We were 100% satisfied with Elite's work and recommend them to anyone thinking about remodeling. read more

FIVE stars only for Elite construction. I have been remodeling my property, inside and out for 25 years and finally about 5 years ago I found Elite. I wouldn't use anyone else. The jobs they have done are very professional. And they are all nice guys. If there is a review of less than 5 stars, it's not Elite Construction. I'll be using them again in the near future. Eileen Sambrailo read more

We had used Elite previously for a bath and kitchen remodel and were so pleased with the experience we didn't even bother with other estimates when we decided to add a bath. We were not disappointed; they did an excellent job, completed on time, and offered support even after the job was finished. We highly recommend them. read more

I used Elite Construction on lots of jobs when I worked for a restoration company. Brandon is top notch, on top of any job and always aimed to please. highly recommend. read more

Elite Construction Services did a magnificent job on our total kitchen renovation. From top to bottom, every single Elite staff member exceeded our expectations. Is a bathroom renovation possible in the near future? Maybe, and if we do decide to move forward, it'll be with Elite Construction Services -- no need to engage with any other contractors. read more

Elite Constructions Services is absolutely one of the best construction companies in our area. We recommend them with the utmost confidence knowing that our clients are in good hands. The team is thorough and professional and the clients are always pleased with the results. From the initial meetings, through design, projection and implementation, fair and reasonable goals are set with the clients so that even a homeowner with little experience in the process will feel like they understand what is going on. And, they're inevitably ready for another project with Elite in the future since they've been so happy on the first one. read more

As the other half of Chris R, I completely concur that Elite's work is outstanding. We are soooo happy with our new kitchen, bathroom and floors. These guys became like family during the project and their care for their customers shows in the quality of their work. They show equal care with subcontractors. Kurt the tile guy does amazing work - not a single flaw. Thank you Elite! See you next summer for our next three projects! read more

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Elite Constructions recently completed a full kitchen and primary bathroom remodel in our home. From start to finish, they were a dream to work with. We have been very happy with their entire team. Designers, project management, demolition, installation and construction, they were all professional, pleasant and talented. We plan to use them again on another bathroom remodel. A big bonus for us was the care they showed our multiple animals. It helped make the whole experience easier to live with. We highly recommend their services! read more

Elite Construction is one of the best contractors i have worked with. Have experience in San Francisco and Santa Cruz. Top quality and craftsmanship. Can really recommend Eric and team read more

Elite did our kitchen remodel a couple of years ago. I can't say enough good things about them. They are honest and have very high integrity. What they say they will do, they do. Every day my husband and I still feel grateful for every part of our kitchen. Plus, they were wonderful people to work with. We have a small house and we kind of lived with them for a few months! I recommended them to a friend who used them and she feels the same way. Great work, great people. The pictures don't capture the magnificence as the space is small and it is hard to get a good shot, but it is truly beautiful! read more

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My liability insurance company recommended Elite Construction to assist us with respect to substantial damage to our condo due to infusion of water to our downstairs unit from the upstairs unit. Todd and MJ were the two individuals who I dealt with at Elite. Both were professional and responsive to my wife and I and I regard both as being professional and competent. I recommend the use of this Company should you find yourself in need of retaining similar services. I add that Todd demonstrated admirable personal and corporate responsibility for unexpected events that occurred and I thank him for being so. read more

My family has had the Elite Crew remodel at least three of our homes. Not only is their bidding process near perfect.. but the billing process is clear and concise. The frosting on the cake is the quality of their workmanship. I cannot say enough about Craig and Eric and their crew. If you are lucky enough to get on their calendar, you will be amazed at how easy and fun they are to work with. read more

The Elite crew is amazing! Our bathroom was particularly challenging, with all sorts of problems stemming from the original construction. Scott, Craig, Eric, and their subcontractors patiently explained each issue and the best solution to ensure the final project will last and look fantastic. Lori was a dream to work with as we chose all the elements necessary to pull the bathroom together. Will kept us updated throughout and did a thorough job cleaning the site. For a hyper-organized person like myself, Elite was just a dream to work with. Our next big project is the kitchen and I definitely use Elite. read more

We just finished a complete remodel of our kitchen and dining room with Elite Construction and they did an amazing job! Eric, Alison, Loren, Craig, Kate, and Thad were so great to work with and their attention to detail, expert advise, and top notch craftmanship transformed our kitchen and dining room into a dream. If you are looking for a 5 star company that will always have the success of your project at the very top of their list then look no further. Eric and team are extremely professional, courteous, and a delight to work with. I highly recommend Elite Construction for all your home remodeling projects. Now we're on to our master bathroom with Elite. read more

We used Elite to do our living room remodel and help us design our future kitchen. We were extremely pleased with their work, professionalism, and that they were on-time. I strongly recommend them to anyone. read more

Over approximately 10 weeks, the Elite Construction team transformed my small bathroom space into something magnificent! A space beyond my wildest dreams. The detail of their work was precise and the quality was exceptional. Honesty, integrity, professionalism, and exceptional workmanship are qualities I'd use to describe my experience with the entire Elite Construction team. This is a locally owned business, invested in the community, that I can highly recommend. I'm looking forward to partnering with their team again in the future to remodel my kitchen. read more

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Three cheers for Elite Construction! They did a beautiful job on our bathroom remodel and upstairs renovation. We were desperate after two previous contractors fell through and having only a narrow time window to work with. We finally found our way to Eric Lamascus of Elite, and right away we knew that everything was going to turn out great. What did I love about working with Elite? 1. Communication. Eric worked with us to answer all our questions and very quickly put together a plan and a detailed quote. He was so knowledgeable. He and Lori responded to our emails promptly and were extremely helpful as we went through our HOA approval process. As the project got under way, we worked directly with project leads Lori, Craig, and Ryan. They also were very responsive and patient in answering all our questions and concerns. 2. Top quality work. We could not have asked for higher-quality work. Kurt Angen's tile work belongs in an art museum! Craig, Kurt, and Jonathan treated our job as if they were remodeling their own home. Every time I step into our new bathroom, I feel a sense of happiness and deep appreciation. Everything is beautiful. Focusing earnestly on listening to our vision for the bathroom, Eric used his high level of experience to suggest design changes that enhanced our plan, for example repositioning the drain to allow for a doorless shower design that previous contractors had told us was impossible. 3. Exceptional organization. The Elite team works like a well-oiled machine. They took care of all the coordination behind the scenes, and although we had delays that were mostly out of their control, they tried to make the remodel process go as smoothly as possible for us. The Buildertrend software system provided us with updated, helpful information about our timeline and who was coming that day. 4. Professionalism and follow-through. The guys from Elite were always polite, respectful, and careful with our things. They did not smoke on the job or play loud music. This was really appreciated because we were still living in the downstairs part of our house while they remodeled the upstairs. We enjoyed getting to know the guys who spent a lot of time at our house, like tile master Kurt and paint ninja Jonathan, who were always friendly and helpful. As our project winds down, we have been impressed by Elite's relentless commitment to customer satisfaction. Both Eric and Lori are still following through to make sure that every small issue is completely resolved. A home remodel is a stressful process. I can't imagine having done ours without partnering with the experts at Elite Construction. read more

We have used Elite Construction twice before- a beautiful kitchen remodel and a living room. We are currently in-contract for bathroom remodels and looking forward to working with them again. They are always very professional and have excellent attention to detail. Would recommend them without hesitation. read more

Wonderful company to work with, professional, great communicators, and delivered as promised. The remodel involved creating an open concept footprint for the kitchen, incorporating the family room, a pantry area, and a powder room. Employees, as well as sub-contractors demonstrated quality craftsmanship and work was completed as scheduled. No surprise budget items, will definitely use again. So happy, thank you! Judy read more

If you have a 'vision' but perhaps are intimidated by the construction process... OR You've been disappointed, or worse, "burned" by any component of the Trades...REST ASSURED, YOU CAN BE COMPLETELY CONFIDENT that these gentlemen will not take advantage of your trust nor your pocketbook! I've had more than my fair share of home renovation, including a 6,500 sq.ft. from-the-ground-up custom home build, so I'm able to accurately qualify that these guys are superstars! Yes, their price may appear to be higher initially. However, I guarantee in the long run you will end up saving money as: 1.) their time management and work efficiency/productivity are exceptional, 2.) you'll never have to pay to redo any of their work or their subs work... 3.) their subs price fairly, and 4.) they are keen at cost-saving construction strategies ! These are men of integrity and superior skill who take pride in what they produce. Thank you for my beautifully remodeled home. My property's value & structural integrity has SIGNIFICANTLY been increased by your presence! read more

Choosing a contractor for a remodel is a major task. We wanted to remodel our kitchen but didn't think we'd be able to do our master bathroom at the same time. We had our plans drawn up and had 4 contractors provide quotations. One was so ridiculously priced we felt they were saying take it or leave it....I don't need the work. Another just pulled a number out of their rear end based on previous experience and they were still expensive. Eric Lamascus with Elite Construction took the time to meet with us a number of times while we finalized our plans and picked materials. We had a friend who does tile and we wanted him to do our tile. Eric worked with him as one of his subs. The quotation we received for the work was very reasonable and squeezing a bit of blood from the turnips we were also able to do our kitchen and master bath for less than the first contractor quoted for the kitchen alone. Additionally, we had the hardwood floor in the living and dining rooms refinished and the entryway retiled. Elite came in and took great care of keeping the house as clean as possible. They sealed all the doorways and had suction fans helping to remove airborne particles. They did a great job managing their subcontractors and were flexible in dealing with several issues that arose due to fixtures and other items we had selected. Living in a construction zone is painful and for the duration, our garage became our living room. But in the end it was totally worth it. Our kitchen and master bath both look beautiful and are much more functional. We received a number of options with cabinetry, tiling, etc. that we were unaware existed and we are exceptionally happy with the outcome. We continually receive compliments from friends and visitors and are so happy we made the investment and even happier we chose Elite Construction. I can't recommend them highly enough and in fact just recommended them to a friend who is looking into a remodeling project. And don't be concerned about their base in Santa Cruz. We live in San Jose and they regularly work here as well as up both sides of the bay (San Francisco Bay). read more

Eric and Craig did a fantastic job on our extensive remodel. There crew was efficient, on time and organized. Our project was a full blown kitchen remodel and outdoor living space and the did a GREAT JOB making it be better than what we envisioned. I would highly recommend Elite Construction to anyone looking to do a remodel or addition project in Santa Cruz County. Way to go ELITE CONSTRUCTION ! Jim and Janie B read more

Eric, Craig, Loren & the rest of the Elite Construction Team are phenomenal to work with. I interviewed 5 different contractors when originally taking bids on the renovation of a duplex in Santa Cruz. Of the 5 bids, Eric's definitely wasn't the cheapest, but he passed my initial questions with flying colors, and has the most experience in the type of renovation project that I was working on. He also offered a lot of insight that I hadn't thought of even before I accepted his bid that actually made up for the cost difference in and of itself. I work in the residential installation of solar, and understand the principles of construction, and what can go wrong if issues are not properly accounted for. Eric planned and executed tremendously well, and I considered the marginal difference in his cost and the other contractors that bid on my job, an insurance policy to make sure that it was done on time (rental property with holdings costs). Eric delivered as promised, on time, and actually under budget. I will absolutely hire him and the Elite team again on my next project. Craig and Loren were beasts with the structural upgrades and deck rebuild. They did the work of 4 guys in half the time. P.S. No one is compensating me in any way to write this and I'm actually shooting myself in the foot here because now they're going to be busier. This is for a job well done. Thanks guys. read more

The crew at Elite were great to work with and gave me a gorgeous kitchen. Alison provided a design I never would have come up with and I am so happy with it. Craig and the construction crew were professional and pleasant. During demolition, they discovered a sub floor that had been completely riddled with nails. Worse, they found a ceiling support beam that had been cut through. They quickly came up solutions. The process had a few glitches (e.g., my range hood arrived dented) but Elite made sure that everything was perfect in the end. read more

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The large, fixer-upper house we bought 22 years ago has needed a lot of work from contractors over the years, and we've some bad experiences. But working with Elite was a pleasure. This kitchen remodel included new cabinets, countertops, appliances, along with refinishing our wood floors in three rooms, new tile in our entry hall and repairing tile in our utility room. Eric provided a detailed cost estimate, explaining each aspect of the remodel. The estimate included a timeline for each phase of the remodel, what materials Elite would provide and what items my wife needed to select and purchase. Allison, the designer working with Elite, went way beyond expectations. She spent a lot of time reviewing design details and talking about options. She met my wife at showrooms and brought her samples. When making decisions she explained why she thought a design detail would or would not work without putting her design aesthetic before my wife's. They were working off a pre-existing design plan. A few inches had to be added to a wall so cabinets would fit. The labor for the wall addition was not in their original project cost but they did not charge us. Craig and his crew were great to work with, from the demolition of our old cabinets and counters right to the finishing touches. The work was done during the holidays so it was difficult with workers taking time off, but Craig made sure the work continued. He made sure the work site was cleaned daily and the crew tried to minimize the disruption to my family. We are very happy with our new kitchen and can't recommend Elite highly enough. read more

Craig and Alison were a pleasure to work with. They are very helpful and handled out kitchen remodel with ease. I give them my highest recommendation and would not use another company in Santa Cruz. Craig is a real pro, easy to communicate with and will do the job right every time. He patiently answered my 100's of questions and always had great solutions to any issue we encountered. This is the company to use in Santa Cruz. read more

We needed to convert our attached garage into an accessible room for our disabled daughter. From the time Eric showed up to give us a bid, through the completion of the job, the Elite team were on time and well coordinated. Their project manager David gave us daily updates, constantly keeping us informed on progress of the job. They wrapped up on time and on budget. We will definitely use Elite when we get to our next project. read more

Since we've moved into our new home, the Elite crew have been a huge help to us in getting some much-needed renovation work done on our patio, sliding door, windows and more! Craig and Lauren were very professional and answered our questions, while working quickly with very nice results. We'll definitely be calling again as we have a number of other projects in the queue. UPDATED ON JUNE 7, 2013: Now, featuring a fancy new truck! : ) read more

Wow! Best experience ever working with someone in a service industry. Eric is professional, knowledgeable and easy to work with and everything was done/finished just the way I wanted. My husband and I have remodeled about 12 properties over the course of our marriage and we have always had issues with contractors not doing what they promised... but Not this time. All phone calls were returned promptly, all emails answered the same day, all work completed on time, at the price quoted, and the finished product is outstanding! They took our 1973 condo and turned it into a 21st century cozy place to call home. Eric, and his associate, David, are truly the gems amongst contractors! A Big Thank You from Mark and Tracy read more

Eric and his team helped us with a bathroom remodel a few years ago and they did an excellent job! The workers were incredibly conscientious about keeping our hallways clean as they had to come and go several times through the dust being generated in the bathroom as they worked. The job came in on time and within the budget we had set. And it turned out GORGEOUS! We replaced all the fixtures, retiled the floor and shower, installed wainscot on the lower half of the walls and had them replace cabinetry and granite countertop. It was a small bathroom but it transformed the old 70s-style bathroom into a beautiful space. We would highly recommend Elite Construction Service. read more

Elite construction is simply the best. I had a good experience with another contractor when I remodeled my kitchen. BUT I had a great experience with Elite when I remodeled my 2 bathrooms. They were always on time, no surprises, and the quality of their work is absolutely excellent. Kudos to Eric, Craig, Ryan, Kurt (the travertine artist) Loren, Allison (really helpful designer) , Johnathan and the entire Elite team. They came highly recommended and deserve the praise. You won't go wrong. They're an amazing group - and especially appreciated in an area that can (at times) be less than top notch professional. read more

I emailed 6 different contractors about having an estimate done and Eric out shined them all. His prompt response times and knowledge of the work and how it needed to be done was excellent. I will definitely recommend him for future projects. read more

I wrote a review in March of 2016 and want to write another one. A year after our completed work we developed a leak in our roof. We called Elite and they came over as soon as possible to take a look, and then fixed it as soon as they could. They are an amazing group of people, not only excellent at what they do, but just good, caring folks. I am probably an exception, but I enjoyed the whole process and greatly enjoyed the crew. And still, after a year, almost every time I walk into my kitchen (and it is clean), I feel gratitude for Alison's design brilliance and Craig and everyone else's hard work. And one more thing: they never made me feel badly when little things bothered me. Maybe they didn't like it, but I never felt "wrong," and in fact, they just had a shower handle replaced for us. Thanks again, or still... read more