Personal Service. Superior Results.
McCutcheon Construction, a leading design-build firm based in Berkeley, California, has been dedicated to enhancing people's lives through innovative and sustainable design solutions for over four decades. Established in 1980, the firm has built a reputation for superior craftsmanship and exceptional customer service. Our commitment to green and healthy building practices has made us a trusted name in the industry. With extensive expertise in a wide range of projects across the San Francisco Bay Area, our thoughtful and collaborative approach has resulted in numerous award-winning designs.
The McCutcheon Difference
McCutcheon Construction is committed to earning the trust of our clients through exceptional quality and service. Each client's vision and goals are at the forefront of our design process. We collaborate with our clients, designers, and architects to find the optimal balance between project vision, cost, and schedule. Our integrated best practices enable us to deliver a seamless and efficient building experience. Our dedicated on-site construction manager ensures focus and understanding throughout the project. Our experienced and trained craftsmen integrate best practices, and our senior construction and finance professionals provide oversight and support to keep every project on track and clients up-to-date.
Green and Healthy Building
At McCutcheon Construction, we believe that buildings should be built to last for generations. We strive to minimize our carbon footprint and protect the health of our clients by using environmentally friendly materials and building practices. Our commitment to sustainable design and construction has earned us numerous recognitions in the industry, including the 2019 Bay Area Remodeling Award for Universal Master Design - Bath and the 2019 NARI Award. Our green initiatives extend beyond construction, with our ongoing support for maintenance and new projects, ensuring long-term client satisfaction.
Services Offered
We offer exceptional custom building services throughout the San Francisco Bay Area, with a focus on residential remodeling, new construction, and specialty projects. Our expertise includes whole house remodels, kitchen and bath projects, interior and exterior renovations, additions, basement additions, high-rise apartments, historical renovation, and residential commercial projects. We specialize in custom commercial projects such as restaurants, recording studios, artist studios, retail spaces, and churches and schools. We also provide specialty projects, including custom accessory structures, custom design features, and custom landscaping features.
Process
We collaborate with clients, designers, and architects to find the optimal balance between project vision, cost, and schedule. Our construction process includes pre-construction project development, construction, and maintenance. Our experienced and trained craftsmen integrate best practices throughout the project. We use the latest technology, including Building Information Modeling (BIM) and other digital tools, to efficiently plan, design, and construct projects.
Service Area
Our service area encompasses the entire Bay Area, centering on the East Bay, San Francisco, and Marin County. We have valuable local experience which includes business licenses in over 17 cities, familiarity with local building departments, and knowledge of local requirements. Our established network of the best local specialists and subcontractors ensures the best possible outcome for every project.
Excellent Experience
The reviews discuss an exceptional experience at a workplace, specifically under the leadership of a contractor named Mike. The staff member, James Leonpacher, shares his positive views on the company, highlighting the high standards of professionalism, quality, and value. He mentions working for Mike in the mid-1980s and being proud to be part of a team that demanded perfection.
Workplace Culture
James emphasizes the aspect of "positive responsiveness" he experienced during his time at the company. It is evident that the work environment was characterized by a sense of dedication to excellence, where everyone strived for perfection. This culture created a professional and productive atmosphere, as mentioned in the review.
Key Strengths
The key strengths highlighted by James include the contractor's commitment to perfection, professionalism, and quality. These qualities contribute to the company's reputation and high standards. The "value" mentioed in the review suggests that the staff member felt that the experience and skills gained during his time at the company were valuable.
