Universal Construction Company — San Bruno, CA

Business Overview

Universal Construction Company San Bruno CA provides general contracting, electrical, and plumbing work for homes and small commercial properties. The company offers emergency service on weekdays with a 24-hour response window and limited weekend hours (Sat–Sun 10:00 AM–3:00 PM). Work is handled by a team of licensed carpenters, plumbers, and electricians who tackle design, permits, and construction.

Key Services

The team handles full design-build and trades work. Main service groups include:

• Remodeling & additions: kitchen and bathroom remodeling, bedroom and garage remodels, ADU and guest house construction, new room and story additions, decks and patios.
• Plumbing services: installations, repairs, inspections, water heaters, sewer and drain work, sump pumps, gas lines, faucets, sinks, toilets, garbage disposals.
• Electrical services: panel work, circuit breaker repair and installation, outlets, switches, light fixtures, electric vehicle charging station install and repair, outdoor lighting.
• Design & permitting: construction drawings, structural and architectural blueprints, permit submittals, and city building department coordination.

Areas Served

The primary service area is San Bruno, CA, with projects across nearby Peninsula neighborhoods. Work ranges from simple repairs to multi-phase home additions and commercial common-area remodels. Universal Construction Company responds to local needs from small maintenance jobs to full new-home builds.

Company History

The founder began as a journeyman union carpenter and spent eight years learning hands-on trade skills. He bought and remodeled several homes, always pulling permits and having work inspected. That experience led to formal training in construction management and a General Contractor license. Over time the company grew to include licensed plumbers and electricians and to offer in-house design, blueprinting, and permit navigation.

The business holds liability insurance, workers’ compensation, and a state bond. Universal Construction Company San Bruno CA carries an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and provides free estimates while guiding clients through product selection and the permit process.

Leadership

The owner is a licensed general contractor with a BA in Construction Management and a background as a journeyman carpenter. He teaches practical solutions and prefers hands-on involvement in city permitting and on-site coordination. The leadership emphasizes local compliance and clear communication with building departments and homeowners.

Specialties & Highlights

• Design-build capability: from drawings to final inspection, including structural and architectural blueprints.
• Multi-trade crews: carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work done under one contractor.
• Permits and city coordination: experience with San Bruno permitting and inspections.
• Insured and bonded with an A+ BBB rating for added client protection.

Why Locals Choose Universal Construction Company

San Bruno homeowners value steady communication and practical trade skill. Local climate and housing — coastal fog, older post-war homes, and hillside lots — require installers who know local building practices. Universal Construction Company San Bruno CA is chosen for its permit experience, in-house trades, and steady presence in the community.

Contact the office for a free estimate or to discuss an emergency weekday service. The company aims to match practical solutions to the real conditions of San Bruno homes and small commercial buildings.