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Home Renovation & Remodeling in Berkeley, CA

Trusted, licensed remodeling for Berkeley homeowners, kitchens, baths, whole-home renovations, additions, and more. One local team, honest pricing, clear communication.

Licensed CSLB #1127490Bonded & InsuredWhole-Home, Kitchen & BathServing the East Bay Since 2023
Your Berkeley Remodeling Team

Remodeling done right in Berkeley

From the Elmwood and Claremont to North Berkeley and the hills, J&B Homes helps Berkeley homeowners renovate distinctive homes with care. We work on Brown Shingle and Craftsman houses, 1920s stucco, and homes near campus, updating them thoughtfully for how families live today.

As a licensed East Bay general contractor (CSLB #1127490), we manage design, permitting, structural, electrical, plumbing, and finishes in-house. One accountable team, honest fixed-scope pricing, and clear communication throughout.

Local Knowledge

We Know Berkeley Homes

Berkeley homes have real character, and real quirks. Here’s how we approach renovating them.

Neighborhoods We Serve

Elmwood, Claremont, North Berkeley, Westbrae, Thousand Oaks, the Berkeley hills, and the neighborhoods around campus.

Berkeley Housing Stock

Brown Shingle and Craftsman homes, 1920s stucco, and older houses near the university. Gorgeous architecture that often needs modern systems, reworked layouts, and upward additions on tight lots.

Permits & Local Notes

Berkeley permitting can be strict, with historic and neighbor-review considerations and soft-story retrofit requirements on some buildings. ADU demand is strong and electrification is encouraged. We navigate the process and build to code.

What We Do Here

Our Services in Berkeley

Full-service remodeling and construction for Berkeley homeowners, one licensed team for the whole project.

See the Difference

Before & After

A tired space transformed into a bright, modern home built for everyday life.

BeforeHome before J&B Homes remodel in Berkeley
AfterRenovated home by J&B Homes in Berkeley

Representative East Bay project. Ask us for recent before-and-after photos from projects near Berkeley.

How It Works

How We Work

A clear path from the first call to the day the work is done right.

1 · Free Consult

We visit your home, talk through your goals and budget, take measurements, and give a clear written estimate.

2 · Design & Quote

We help you lock in the plan, materials, and finishes, then deliver a fixed-scope quote and timeline.

3 · Build

We pull permits, protect your home, and build, tidy job sites and a clear progress update every week.

4 · Walkthrough

We walk the finished project together, handle every punch-list item, and back it with our workmanship warranty.

Get Answers

Berkeley Remodeling FAQs

Common questions from Berkeley homeowners. Ask us anything.

Do you offer free estimates in Berkeley?

Yes. Reach out by phone or our online form and we’ll schedule a visit, measure, and give you a clear written estimate within a couple of days.

Do I need a permit to remodel in Berkeley?

Most projects involving electrical, plumbing, structural work, or additions require City of Berkeley permits. Berkeley can be more rigorous than neighboring cities, we handle permitting and build to code.

Can you work on older Berkeley homes?

Yes, Brown Shingles, Craftsman homes, and 1920s stucco are right in our wheelhouse. We modernize systems and layouts while protecting the home’s original character.

Can you build an ADU in Berkeley?

Yes. ADU demand in Berkeley is strong, and we design, permit, and build detached units, garage conversions, and attached ADUs. See our ADU construction page.

How long does a Berkeley remodel take?

A bathroom may take a few weeks; a whole-home renovation can run several months. Berkeley’s permitting can add time, which we plan for and communicate up front.
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Trusted East Bay home renovation & remodeling, whole-home, kitchens, baths, additions and more. Licensed, bonded & insured.

CSLB #1127490 · Serving the East Bay since 2023

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