Gartan Construction

Gartan Construction is a San Francisco general contractor with over 20 years of experience. The company handles exterior and interior remodels, seismic retrofitting, foundation work, and deck construction and repair. They serve the San Francisco Bay Area, Peninsula, Marin County, and Napa & Sonoma County.

The team emphasizes quality materials, attention to detail, and on-time delivery. Gartan Construction holds state license number 1044466. They are open Monday through Saturday, 8 AM to 6 PM, and closed Sunday.

California requires building permits for most construction work. According to the California Building Standards Code, no building or structure may be erected, constructed, enlarged, altered, repaired, moved, improved, removed, converted, or demolished without a separate permit from the building official. Code requirements vary by city and county, so check with the San Francisco building department to learn what your project requires.

Before you hire a contractor, verify that they hold a valid license. California contractors must be licensed by the Contractors State License Board (CSLB). You can look up a contractor's license number, complaint history, and status on the CSLB website. When you find a contractor, ask for their license number and confirm it matches their legal business name.

Different contractor types require different license classifications. A general contractor may hold a Class B General Building Contractor license or a Class B-2 Residential Remodeling Contractor license, among others. Ask which classification the contractor holds so you understand the scope they are authorized to work on. Before signing a contract, review the agreement carefully, understand the payment terms, and confirm what work is included.