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Home Renovation & Remodeling in El Cerrito, CA

Trusted, licensed remodeling for El Cerrito 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 El Cerrito Remodeling Team

Remodeling done right in El Cerrito

Based in the East Bay, J&B Homes helps El Cerrito homeowners remodel and renovate with care, kitchens, baths, whole-home renovations, additions, ADUs, and more. We bring older and newer homes alike fully up to date while respecting what makes them special.

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

Local Knowledge

We Know El Cerrito Homes

El Cerrito’s hillside homes are all about light and views. Here’s how we approach renovating them.

Neighborhoods We Serve

El Cerrito Hills, Mira Vista, Fairmont, and the neighborhoods along the BART corridor.

El Cerrito Housing Stock

1940s-60s ranch homes and hillside view properties, often with dated layouts ready to open up to the views.

Permits & Local Notes

El Cerrito’s views drive whole-home renovations and decks, and the city is ADU-friendly. We build to current Title 24 energy code and handle Contra Costa County permits.

What We Do Here

Our Services in El Cerrito

Full-service remodeling and construction for El Cerrito 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 El Cerrito
AfterRenovated home by J&B Homes in El Cerrito

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

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

El Cerrito Remodeling FAQs

Common questions from El Cerrito homeowners. Ask us anything.

Do you offer free estimates in El Cerrito?

Yes. Call or use our online form and we’ll schedule a visit, measure your space, and provide a clear written estimate, usually within a couple of days.

Do I need a permit to remodel in El Cerrito?

Most remodels involving electrical, plumbing, structural changes, or additions require permits from the City of El Cerrito & Contra Costa County. We handle the permitting process and build to code so everything passes inspection.

Can you work on 1940s-60s ranch and hillside homes in El Cerrito?

Absolutely. We routinely update 1940s-60s ranch and hillside homes around El Cerrito, modernizing systems and layouts while respecting the home’s character.

Can you build an ADU in El Cerrito?

Yes, El Cerrito is ADU-friendly, and ADUs are great for views lots and rental income. We design, permit, and build detached ADUs, garage conversions, and attached units, see our ADU construction page.

How long does a remodel take in El Cerrito?

It depends on scope, a bathroom may take a few weeks while a whole-home renovation runs several months. We give you a realistic schedule before we start and keep you updated weekly.
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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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