--- title: "Hammerschmidt Construction, Inc. — General Contractors | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/hammerschmidt-construction-inc-pfvwus-pf~1132546706 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1132546706.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Hammerschmidt Construction, Inc." category: ["General Contractors"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/c5a3c8560dc05990_6327-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "1574 Country Club Drive, Los Altos, California 94024, United States" latitude: 37.3547 longitude: -122.0862 phone: "(650) 948-4200" website: http://www.hammerschmidtinc.com/ rating: 5 review_count: 5 best_of_houzz_awards: 2 followers: 80 last_updated: 2026-09-05 --- # Hammerschmidt Construction, Inc. Original Houzz profile: [Hammerschmidt Construction, Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/hammerschmidt-construction-inc-pfvwus-pf~1132546706) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** General Contractors - **Location:** Los Altos, CA - **Serves:** Sunnyvale, Redwood City, Mountain View, Palo Alto, Cupertino, Campbell, Menlo Park, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Woodside - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (5 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2012–2019), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves Hammerschmidt Construction, Inc. is a Design + Build residential remodeling firm providing innovative design and remodeling services to homeowners in the Silicon Valley and surrounding communities. Founded in 1996, we are dedicated to creating value for our customers by providing creative design solutions, accurate fixed-price quotations, innovative project management, and exemplary service and warranty support. As one of the area’s first Certified Green Builders, we employ green building principles to enhance the beauty, comfort and convenience of each home we remodel. We are also certified in Lead Abatement to assure all homes built before 1978 are tested for lead, and if lead is found, it is contained and removed to protect the home’s occupants and job site workers. Our job sizes range from a window and door replacements to additions and whole house remodels. We use a combination of our own personnel and subcontractors, dependant on the job requirements, to assure a high quality result produced in the most cost-effective and timely manner. A Hammerschmidt Construction Project Manager or Job Foreman supervises the project at all times. Additionally, as a member of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI), John holds a certification in Kitchen and Bath Design and our Production Manager and Lead Carpenters hold Lead Carpenter Certifications. Our business memberships and associations include: Build-it-Green, The Better Business Bureau, and The Los Altos Chamber of Commerce. We received Remodeling Magazine's Big 50 Award as one of nation's Top 50 residential remodeling firms in 2007, their Big 550 award in 2009 and 2010 as one of the top firms in the nation over a five year period, and Qualified Remodeler Magazine's Top 500 award in 2009 adn 2010. Our design and construction projects have won NARI Platinum, Gold, and Silver awards in 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, and 2011 competitions for beautiful design and construction projects that meet customer needs. ### Services Provided - General Contracting ### Areas Served - Sunnyvale - Redwood City - Mountain View - Palo Alto - Cupertino - Campbell - Menlo Park - Los Altos - Los Altos Hills - Woodside ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Hammerschmidt Construction, Inc. | | Address | 1574 Country Club Drive, Los Altos, California 94024, United States | | Phone | (650) 948-4200 | | Website | http://www.hammerschmidtinc.com/ | | License Number | 716400 | | Followers on Houzz | 80 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/HammerschmidtConstruction?ref=hl - Blog — www.hammerschmidtinc.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Hammerschmidt Construction, Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/hammerschmidt-construction-inc-pfvwus-pf~1132546706) - **Website:** http://www.hammerschmidtinc.com/ - **Phone:** (650) 948-4200 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Certified Green Bldg. Professional (CGBP) - Certified Kitchen & Bath Remodeler (CKBR) - Green Building Certification Committee - Past Board Member and VP of Education - Build-It-Green, Certified Green Remodeler - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2012–2019), for Service. **Affiliations** - [NARI Silicon Valley Chapter](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/nari-silicon-valley-chapter-pfvwus-pf~1418506665) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 5 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### All 5 reviews **★★★★★ — Jason Freund, March 2021** > John did a great job on the design for my two story remodel in Cupertino. He was able to take my rough floor plan and suggest great optimizations and improvements and ultimately turn it into a shovel ready project. **★★★★★ — Ada C, Nov. 2018** > It's been 6 months since we moved back into our home after working with John and his team to do a full house remodel. The scope of our project involved taking our house down to the studs, reorganizing the layout, and doing a small expansion. After completing the full project, I would definitely recommend John and work with him again. > > The reality of a bay area remodel is that there will be bumps in the road. Getting permits, inspections, and sub-contractors all lined up with no structural surprises would be wonderful. Having no inclement weather and self-inflicted increases in scope would be a miracle. The way that John handled bumps in the road is a big part of why I recommend him. He was very open with us in providing updates whenever something happened, explaining what had happened and what they were going to do about it. When we had choices to make, he explained trade-offs clearly along with having a recommendation. He's an ethical and honest business owner who takes pride in his work. > > We are really happy with the quality of the build of our home and overall the budget of the project was within a few percentage points of our original estimate (after excluding the additional scope we introduced into the build). > > Now after the remodel has been completed, I'm also pleased to say that he was really on top of addressing all of the minor details and finish work, and I feel confident that he stands by his work. Thanks, John! **★★★★★ — Sustainable Home, Dec. 2013** > John was a pleasure to work with. He worked with clients to make sure that their design needs and budget were both met. He is meticulous, an excellent communicator, realistic and knows construction inside and out. The final project was exactly what the clients needed. **★★★★★ — Arlo Rose, June 2013** > John and his team are fantastic to work with. From planning to execution, they were super-helpful, responsive to my overly-critical eyes, and during a moment of "uh oh, that's not to code, and the inspector didn't notice" kept his cool and redid the work at a loss. > > I'd work with him again in a heartbeat. **★★★★★ — Valet Custom Cabinets & Closet- Ward Wildanger, May 2013** > I design and sell for Valet Custom Cabinets and Closets. Sometimes a home needs some remodeling before the cabinets can be installed. I have referred four customers to Hammerschmidt construction and in all four homes Hammerschmidt has done a great job. They customers have been very pleased with the end result. ## Selected projects - [Mountain View Backyard BBQ, Patio, Rock Fountain](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mountain-view-backyard-bbq-patio-rock-fountain-pj-vj~573304) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 - [Mt. View Full House Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mt-view-full-house-remodel-pj-vj~350079) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 9 - [Los Altos Backyard Trellis](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/los-altos-backyard-trellis-pj-vj~2289873) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 - [Central Los Altos Bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/central-los-altos-bathroom-pj-vj~2264451) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 5 - [Central Los Altos Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/central-los-altos-kitchen-pj-vj~2264438) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [Fencing & Hardscape - Los Altos, CA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/fencing-and-hardscape-los-altos-ca-pj-vj~2257775) - Location: Los Altos, CA - Photos: 4 - [Los Altos Hills Master Bath & Bedroom Fireplace](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/los-altos-hills-master-bath-and-bedroom-fireplace-pj-vj~2028900) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 14 - [Los Altos Transitional Kitchen & Bath](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/los-altos-transitional-kitchen-and-bath-pj-vj~2062434) - Location: Los Altos, CA - Photos: 10 - Description: Neolith transitional red bar stools - [Los Altos Front Yard Landscape](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/los-altos-front-yard-landscape-pj-vj~1951149) - Location: Los Altos, CA - Photos: 6 - Description: Slate Stone Patio Autumn Slate Stone Columns Gas firepit FX Luminaire Lighting Redwood fencing Redwood Gate - [Naglee Park/San Jose - Kitchen & Butlers Pantry](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/naglee-park-san-jose-kitchen-and-butlers-pantry-pj-vj~1716006) - Location: San Jose, CA - Photos: 5 - [Sunnyvale Master Bath](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sunnyvale-master-bath-pj-vj~1554215) - Location: Sunnyvale, CA - Photos: 7 - [Los Altos Full House Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/los-altos-full-house-remodel-pj-vj~1320193) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 16 - [Palo Alto Kitchen/Greatroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/palo-alto-kitchen-greatroom-pj-vj~1294949) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - [Campbell Craftsman Full House Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/campbell-craftsman-full-house-remodel-pj-vj~767851) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - [Los Altos Contemporary Bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/los-altos-contemporary-bathroom-pj-vj~768032) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [Willow Glen Master Bath, Guest Bath, Powder Bath](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/willow-glen-master-bath-guest-bath-powder-bath-pj-vj~341057) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [San Jose Kitchen & Bath](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/san-jose-kitchen-and-bath-pj-vj~254133) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 - [Los Altos Hills Full House Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/los-altos-hills-full-house-remodel-pj-vj~563784) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 11 - [Los Altos and Mountain View](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/los-altos-and-mountain-view-pj-vj~13490) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 34 [See all 19 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/hammerschmidt-construction-inc-pfvwus-pf~1132546706) ## Ideabooks - [Lighting](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/52884715/list/lighting) — 1 idea - [Bath Glass Shower Doors](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/20418689/list/bath-glass-shower-doors) — 1 idea - [Remodel for Pets](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/14653172/list/remodel-for-pets) — 5 ideas - [Green Whole House Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/430140/list/green-whole-house-remodel) — 4 ideas [See all 4 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/hammerschmidtconstruction) ## Community Q&A **Q: no question** *(in Photo Questions)* adorable painting. do you have details? if not, no biggie, lovely room-functional but eye candy too :) A: Hello, thank you for your interest in this laundry room. The painting was purchased by the homeowner from Pier 1. Here are a few other details: Paint- Kelly Moore Tahoe Snow Semi-gloss, Cabinets - Shaker style maple cabinets painted white, Backsplash -Daltile white subway tiles, Countertop - White quartz with eased edge. Hope this helps! **Q: Door - cannot find!** *(in Photo Questions)* Been looking for this door as commented- both manufacturers. Jeldwen and thermatru. Cannot seem to locate. Any more specific info would be appreciated. A: Hi Michael, This is a Simpson Door, Bungalow series \#7246 with matching sidelights. The door is douglas fir with beveled edge glass and Emtek hardware. Hope this helps~ **Q: Who is the manufacturer of this door?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Thanks for your interest ~ This is a TM Cobb door/ Ellis from the California Craftsman Collection. **Q: Stone** *(in Photo Questions)* What is the stone on the porch? A: Thank you for your interest. The stone on the porch is Connecticut Blue stone (full range) and the columns are Castle Rock Stack Stone (dry stacked w/o grout). **Q: Is the fireplace mantle a full beam, or is it a built box mantle?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Thanks for your interest - The mantle is not a full beam. It is a custom box made from cherry wood and then varnished. **Q: Please tell me the manufacturer of the tub? Thank you** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hi Carole, The beautiful tub in this master bath is a Whirlpool Amerjic Acryllic freestanding tub. Let us know if you need any assistance with your project,. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-05.*