General Contractor in San Bernardino
Any San Bernardino project that crosses trade lines and requires a building permit calls for a licensed general contractor to run it. Horizon Construction and Remodeling is a California Class B general building contractor handling remodels, additions, and new construction throughout the city. San Bernardino’s housing spans generations, from prewar bungalows near downtown to the tract homes that went up rapidly during and after the Norton Air Force Base era, and updating a house like that typically means framing, mechanical work, and finishes all moving at once. We carry the permit through the City of San Bernardino Building and Safety Division, coordinate the trades, and see every inspection through to final sign-off.
Services We Offer
Room Additions & ADUs
Whole Home Remodels
New Construction
About Working with a General Contractor in San Bernardino
How We Manage Your Project in San Bernardino
Hiring a general contractor in San Bernardino means inheriting a permitting process run by the City of San Bernardino Building and Safety Division, and for older homes in areas like Del Rosa or near downtown, the age of the structure is often what drives plan-check requirements. We start with a site visit and a written scope, then prepare drawings, bring in a structural engineer or energy consultant when the work calls for one, and write a home improvement contract that spells out the work, payment schedule, and start and completion dates. We submit plans, respond to plan-check comments, and pull the permit under our license.
Once construction begins, a single project manager sequences demolition, framing, and all trade work in the right order, orders materials ahead of need, and calls for each required inspection. Postwar tract homes common to neighborhoods like Verdemont often reveal surprises once walls open, so any change you request gets a written change order showing its effect on cost and schedule before work proceeds. At the end we close out the permit, collect lien releases, and walk the finished job with you.
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Permit applications for remodeling work in San Bernardino go through the City of San Bernardino Building and Safety Division. No unusual local overlay applies, so the state building code and the age of the house govern the requirements. That matters in a city where much of the housing stock dates to the wartime and postwar Norton Air Force Base era. A postwar tract home in Del Rosa or Verdemont presents different conditions than newer construction, and we account for them before a contract is signed rather than after plan check.
Under California law, a Class B general building contractor license covers projects involving at least two unrelated building trades, or any framing or carpentry, on a structure people occupy. A specialty licensee, such as a C-10 electrician or C-36 plumber, can do skilled work in one trade but cannot serve as prime contractor on a multi-trade remodel. Before you sign with any contractor in San Bernardino, verify the license on the Contractors State License Board website. The record shows active status, the correct classification, the company’s name, and whether a bond and workers’ compensation coverage are on file.
Home improvement contracts in California fall under Business and Professions Code 7159, which requires every agreement to be in writing. The contract must include a description of the work, a payment schedule tied to work actually performed, approximate start and completion dates, and consumer notices that cover your right to cancel in certain situations. Business and Professions Code 7159.5 caps the down payment a contractor may collect, and progress payments cannot exceed work completed. A contractor who asks for more up front than the law allows is a warning sign.
Two other matters come up on most jobs. Subcontractors and suppliers who go unpaid can record a mechanics lien against your property even if you paid the general contractor, which is why preliminary notices may arrive during construction. Paying on the contract schedule and collecting lien releases as each payment goes out is the practical protection. If the home was built before 1978, work that disturbs painted surfaces falls under the EPA Renovation, Repair and Painting rule, which requires a certified firm.
Other Remodeling Services We Offer
A kitchen remodel touches more trades than any other room in the house: layout, cabinetry, plumbing, electrical, ventilation and finishes. Horizon designs and builds kitchen remodels under one contract, from the measured layout to the final inspection.
Whether you envision a classic Southern California pool or a fully customized backyard oasis, Horizon Construction & Remodeling delivers the highest level of quality and service. Our comprehensive pool design and remodeling services cover everything from layout and decking to built-in BBQs and final touches like landscaping. Let Horizon be your trusted partner in transforming your backyard into the perfect outdoor retreat.
If you are planning a complete bathroom remodel or simply want to change your tub, shower, update your plumbing fixtures, or make the space more efficient, our team at Horizon will help you through the process with expert advice, professional craftsmanship, and affordable options with beautiful results. Learn more about our bathroom remodeling services.
Transform your space with our expert interior work services. We offer a comprehensive range of solutions — from space planning and custom design to the selection of high-quality finishes and materials. Our team of experienced professionals works closely with you to create a space that’s both functional and stylish, tailored to your unique needs, goals, and budget. Whether you’re updating a single room or overhauling your entire interior, we bring precision, creativity, and craftsmanship to every project.
At Horizon, we believe your home is more than just four walls — it’s where life happens. It’s the place you relax, gather with family and friends, and create lasting memories. That’s why we offer a full range of exterior work services designed to elevate your outdoor living space. From patios and hardscaping to custom decks and exterior renovations, we help turn your vision into a dream yard that complements your lifestyle and enhances curb appeal.
At Horizon Construction & Remodeling, our expert team includes a dedicated design and planning division that works hand-in-hand with licensed architects and structural engineers. We take care of everything — from detailed plans and blueprints to securing city permits — so you don’t have to deal with delays or red tape. Our goal is to streamline the process and provide a fully approved set of documents that aligns with both your vision and city regulations, saving you time and stress.
Why Choose Horizon Remodeling For General Contractor in San Bernardino
Why San Bernardino Homeowners Work With Horizon
Horizon Construction & Remodeling Inc. has been operating as a licensed general building contractor since 2009, which means we have been working through California building departments, coordinating trades, and managing projects for over 15 years. We are licensed and bonded, and the license on your contract is the same one used when permits are pulled through the City of San Bernardino Building and Safety Division. Nothing changes hands between the planning stage and the construction stage.
We work design-build, meaning drawings, engineering coordination, permits, and construction all sit under one contract with one project manager. On a postwar tract home in Del Rosa or a prewar bungalow near downtown, that matters because the age of the structure shapes every decision, from how walls are opened to how new work ties into existing framing. One accountable point of contact keeps those details from falling through the cracks between trades.
The work a Class B general building license is built for includes whole-home remodels, room additions, ADUs, structural changes, and ground-up construction. Our record is public and verifiable through the California Contractors State License Board.
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General Contractor FAQ
Do I need a general contractor for my project in San Bernardino?
For any project in San Bernardino that pulls a permit, crosses two or more unrelated trades, or touches framing, California generally requires a licensed contractor holding the right classification, and multi-trade work calls for a Class B general building contractor. Homeowners can take the owner-builder route, but that means personally managing every inspection, every subcontractor schedule, and any employer obligations that come with hiring workers. On a whole-home remodel, an addition, or a new build, many San Bernardino owners discover that coordinating trades through the City of San Bernardino Building and Safety Division is effectively a full-time job on its own.
Who pulls the permit, and who deals with the inspector?
Yes, Horizon pulls permits directly under our license through the City of San Bernardino Building and Safety Division, and we carry that responsibility through every inspection stage, from foundation and framing to rough mechanical work and final sign-off. If an inspector flags anything, we handle the correction and schedule the re-inspection ourselves. Closing out the permit at the end puts the work on official record with the city, which matters when you refinance or sell a home in neighborhoods like Del Rosa or Verdemont where much of the housing stock dates to the postwar era.
How long does a general contractor project take?
How long a project takes depends on what you are building and how the City of San Bernardino Building and Safety Division is running at the time. Design and engineering for a larger remodel or addition can span several weeks to a few months, and plan check may add several more weeks depending on workload and any correction rounds. Construction on a single room runs several weeks, while a whole-home remodel or addition typically takes many months. We give you a realistic schedule once scope is defined, not a guarantee.
What drives the cost of a general contractor project?
Cost in a general contracting project in San Bernardino is driven primarily by scope and structure. Adding square footage, moving walls, or altering a roofline brings in engineering, framing, and additional inspections, and many of the postwar tract homes in areas like Del Rosa and Verdemont present their own surprises once work begins. Updating aging plumbing or electrical service and meeting current Title 24 energy requirements adds to the overall workload. Finish selections, site conditions, and any mid-construction changes all affect the final number, which is why we lock in decisions before breaking ground.
How much can a contractor ask for up front?
California law caps how much a contractor can collect upfront on a home improvement contract, and after that initial payment, what you pay should reflect work that has actually been completed. A schedule that demands a large portion of the total before a single tool is picked up is a warning sign worth taking seriously. In San Bernardino, where a substantial share of the housing stock dates to the Norton Air Force Base era and older, remodeling projects often surface surprises that require honest, stage-by-stage billing. Our contracts follow the statute, tie each payment to a defined phase of the job, and include the consumer notices state law requires.
Do you use subcontractors?
Yes, like nearly every general contractor, we bring in licensed specialty subcontractors for certain trades, and those subs work on our schedule and under our direct supervision. We take responsibility for their work, pay them and our suppliers on time, and provide lien releases as payments go out, so a preliminary notice from a supplier is routine paperwork rather than a cause for concern. In San Bernardino, where homes range from prewar bungalows near downtown to postwar tract houses in areas like Del Rosa and Verdemont, coordinating multiple trades through one project manager keeps older, more complicated structures moving forward without confusion.
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Horizon is a licensed Class B general building contractor serving San Bernardino and the surrounding San Bernardino County communities.