General Contractor in Redlands
Any project in Redlands that touches structure, pulls permits and brings in several trades at once needs a licensed general contractor to keep it on track. Horizon Construction and Remodeling is a California Class B general building contractor handling remodels, additions and new construction here, and we carry the permit process, the trades and every inspection from first drawing to final sign-off. Redlands has been building since 1888, and homes range from Victorian and Craftsman bungalows in areas like the Smiley Park and Eureka Street Historic Districts to postwar ranch houses in the surrounding tracts. Older homes especially tend to combine framing, plumbing, electrical and finishes into a single job the moment any wall moves.
Services We Offer
Room Additions & ADUs
Whole Home Remodels
New Construction
About Working with a General Contractor in Redlands
How We Manage Your Project from Start to Finish
Every job with a general contractor in Redlands begins with a site visit and a written scope of work. Because so many homes here are Victorian, Craftsman or early bungalow styles with load-bearing walls separating the kitchen from the dining room, we bring in a structural engineer early when the layout calls for it. We prepare drawings in-house, add an energy consultant when Title 24 compliance requires one, and write a home improvement contract that spells out the work, payment schedule, start date and completion date. Selections are finalized before construction begins, so no tile or fixture decision stalls the crew mid-project.
We submit plans to the City of Redlands Building and Safety Division, respond to plan-check comments and pull the permit under our license. For properties within one of the city’s locally designated historic districts, we account for the Certificate of Appropriateness process from the start. One project manager then sequences every trade, orders materials ahead of need and calls for each required inspection. Any change you request receives a written change order showing its effect on cost and schedule before that work proceeds. At the end we close out the permit, collect lien releases and walk the finished job with you.
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Submitting plans to the City of Redlands Building and Safety Division is a standard part of any remodel we manage here, but the permit path is not always straightforward. Redlands has eight locally designated historic districts, and exterior alterations in those areas require a Certificate of Appropriateness evaluated against the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards before a building permit moves forward. We account for that review layer when we are still in the drawing phase, not after plan check sends the set back for revisions. Getting ahead of it protects the schedule and keeps costs predictable.
A California Class B general building contractor license covers projects that involve at least two unrelated building trades, or any framing or carpentry, on a structure people live or work in. A specialty licensee, such as a C-10 electrician or a C-36 plumber, does excellent work within one trade but cannot serve as prime contractor on a multi-trade remodel. Before signing a contract with anyone in Redlands, pull the license number on the Contractors State License Board website. The record should be active, in the correct classification, and in the company’s legal name, and it will show whether a bond and workers’ compensation coverage are on file.
Home improvement contracts in California are governed by Business and Professions Code 7159. The law requires a written contract that includes a description of the scope, a payment schedule tied to work actually performed, approximate start and completion dates, and specific consumer notices, including the right to cancel in certain situations. Under Business and Professions Code 7159.5, the down payment a contractor may collect is capped by state law, and progress payments cannot run ahead of completed work. A contractor who asks for more up front is worth questioning carefully.
Two additional rules apply on most jobs. Subcontractors and suppliers who are not paid can record a mechanics lien against your property even if you paid the general contractor in full, which is why preliminary notices often arrive during a project. Collecting lien releases as payments go out is the practical protection. Separately, work that disturbs painted surfaces in a home built before 1978 falls under the EPA Renovation, Repair and Painting rule, which requires a certified firm to perform that portion of the work.
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 Redlands
Horizon Construction & Remodeling Inc. has been operating as a licensed general building contractor since 2009, and we carry a $25,000 contractor’s bond. We work design-build, meaning drawings, engineering coordination, permitting, and construction all sit under one contract with one project manager. In Redlands, permits go through the City of Redlands Building and Safety Division, and the license on your contract is the same one used to pull those permits.
That single point of accountability matters on the projects a general contractor is built for: whole-home remodels, room additions, ADUs, structural work, and ground-up new construction. Redlands has a wide range of housing stock, from Victorian and Craftsman homes dating to the citrus boom through postwar ranch houses, and many of them carry conditions that reward careful planning. A sequencing mistake between trades on a load-bearing wall or an older foundation is not just inconvenient; it costs real time and money.
For homes near the Smiley Park or Eureka Street historic districts, exterior alterations typically require a Certificate of Appropriateness before a building permit can move forward. Having a project manager who coordinates every phase from the start means those review steps are built into the schedule rather than discovered after framing has already begun.
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General Contractor FAQ
Do I need a general contractor for my project in Redlands?
For any project that needs a building permit, involves two or more unrelated trades, or touches framing, California generally requires a licensed contractor holding the right classification, and on a multi-trade job that means a Class B general building contractor. You can take the owner-builder route on your own home, but then the coordination, inspections, and any employer obligations for workers you bring on fall entirely to you. On an addition, a whole-home remodel, or a new build in Redlands, where permits run through the City of Redlands Building and Safety Division and work in any of the city’s eight historic districts may also require a Certificate of Appropriateness, most homeowners find that managing all of that becomes a full-time job on its own.
Who pulls the permit, and who deals with the inspector?
Yes, Horizon pulls permits under our license directly through the City of Redlands Building and Safety Division, and we carry that responsibility through every required inspection, from foundation and framing to rough trades and final sign-off. If an inspector flags anything, we handle the correction and schedule the re-inspection. We close out the permit at the end, which puts the work on record with the city and matters when you refinance or sell.
How long does a general contractor project take?
Schedule depends on scope and on the jurisdiction. For projects in Redlands, plan check goes through the City of Redlands Building and Safety Division, and review time varies with workload and how many correction rounds come back. Design and engineering for a larger remodel or addition often take several weeks to a few months before construction even begins. A single-room remodel may run several weeks in the field, while a whole-home remodel, addition, or new build 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 is shaped more by scope and structure than by any other factor. On a Redlands home, that often means opening a load-bearing wall between a Victorian or Craftsman kitchen and the dining room, which brings in engineering, framing and additional inspections. Adding square footage or altering a roofline increases that load further. Upgrading older electrical service, replacing aging plumbing or meeting current Title 24 energy requirements adds to the work, as do site conditions like soil, slope, access and fire-zone rules. Finish selections matter too, and changes made after construction starts are the most avoidable driver of cost, which is why we lock selections down before the work begins.
How much can a contractor ask for up front?
California law caps the down payment on a home improvement contract under Business and Professions Code 7159.5, and after that initial payment, the schedule is supposed to track work that has actually been completed. Our contracts follow that statute, tie each payment to a defined stage of work, and include the consumer notices the law requires. If a contractor asks for a large portion of the total before a single tool comes out, treat that as a warning sign. This matters in Redlands, where older homes in areas like the Smiley Park and Eureka Street historic districts often carry surprises behind the walls that can shift project scope, making a transparent, stage-based payment schedule especially important.
Do you use subcontractors?
Yes, like nearly every general contractor working in Redlands. Licensed specialty subcontractors handle certain trades, and they work on our schedule and under our direct supervision, which means we are responsible for their work. We pay subcontractors and suppliers on time and provide lien releases as payments go out, so a preliminary notice from a supplier is routine paperwork rather than a problem. Throughout the project, you deal with one project manager, not a separate list of individual trades.
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Horizon is a licensed Class B general building contractor serving Redlands and the surrounding San Bernardino County communities.