--- title: "Talmadge Construction, Inc. — Design-Build Firms | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/talmadge-construction-inc-pfvwus-pf~126169812 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~126169812.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Talmadge Construction, Inc." category: ["Design-Build Firms"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/67435e6000e87edb_7727-w400-h400-b1-p10--.jpg address: "8070 Soquel Drive, Aptos, California 95003, United States" latitude: 36.9797 longitude: -121.8902 phone: "(831) 689-9133" website: http://www.talmadgeconstruction.com rating: 5 review_count: 24 best_of_houzz_awards: 4 followers: 130 last_updated: 2026-09-04 --- # Talmadge Construction, Inc. Original Houzz profile: [Talmadge Construction, Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/talmadge-construction-inc-pfvwus-pf~126169812) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Design-Build Firms - **Location:** Aptos, CA - **Serves:** Santa Cruz, Watsonville, Scotts Valley, Soquel, Capitola, Rio Del Mar, Aptos, Opal Cliffs, Felton, Seacliff, Freedom, Day Valley, Pajaro, Corralitos, Aptos Hills-Larkin Valley, Mount Hermon, Pasatiempo, Twin Lakes - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (24 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2014–2018), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 10,000 Ideabook Saves \*Authorized Crystal Cabinets Dealer\* Talmadge Construction, Inc. is a Design/Build General Contractor specializing in Residential Design and Remodeling. Over the past 25 years, we have attracted a professional and dynamic team of designers, craftsmen and support staff, whose absolute number one priority is client satisfaction. We are committed to exceptional customer service from the first voice you hear on the phone to the presentation of the closeout package at the completion of your project. Our quality workmanship speaks for itself and each team member is excited to be part of an award-winning company. Jeff Talmadge is a NARI Certified Remodeler, a designation that assures his understanding of business and building practices specific to the remodeling industry. Our company combines creative, thoughtful design and impeccable remodeling practices that delight our clients, enhance our community and support our employees. We believe that: Quality in all we do Understanding the needs of our clients Displaying Integrity at every opportunity Educating ourselves and our clients Timeliness with every effort Diligent communication… Are the Keys to Our Success ### Services Provided - Home Remodeling - Custom Homes - New Home Construction - Kitchen Remodeling - Home Additions - Bathroom Remodeling - Kitchen Design - Home Extensions - Bathroom Design - Architectural Design - Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) - Building Design - Guesthouse Design & Construction - Deck Building - Outdoor Kitchen Construction - Architectural Drawings - Multigenerational Homes - House Plans - 3D Rendering - Pool House Design & Construction - Design Consultation - Home Restoration - Floor Plans - Energy-Efficient Homes - Garage Building - Universal Design - Outdoor Kitchen Design - Custom Home Bars - Laundry Room Design - Green Building - Sustainable Design - Porch Design & Construction - Sunroom Design & Construction - Attic Conversion - Space Planning - Deck Design - Mudroom Design - Site Planning - Drafting - Garage Design - Home Theater Design - Foundation Construction - Carport Installation - Rooftop Deck Installation - Earthquake Retrofitting - Bicycle Storage - Custom Cabinets - Deck Repair - Passive House Construction ### Areas Served - Santa Cruz - Watsonville - Scotts Valley - Soquel - Capitola - Rio Del Mar - Aptos - Opal Cliffs - Felton - Seacliff - Freedom - Day Valley - Pajaro - Corralitos - Aptos Hills-Larkin Valley - Mount Hermon - Pasatiempo - Twin Lakes ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Talmadge Construction, Inc. | | Address | 8070 Soquel Drive, Aptos, California 95003, United States | | Phone | (831) 689-9133 | | Website | http://www.talmadgeconstruction.com | | License Number | 458607 | | Followers on Houzz | 130 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/pages/Talmadge-Construction-Inc/266675676949 ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Talmadge Construction, Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/talmadge-construction-inc-pfvwus-pf~126169812) - **Website:** http://www.talmadgeconstruction.com - **Phone:** (831) 689-9133 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - 2007, 2008 & 2009 NARI Contractor of the Year Award2009 Meta Award winner - Beach House Remodel2008 Meta Award winner - Home Theater Addition2007 Meta Award winner - Green Whole House Remodel2006 Meta Award winner - 3 different projects - **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2014–2018), for Service. **Affiliations** - [National Kitchen & Bath Association](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/national-kitchen-and-bath-association-pfvwus-pf~1351084655) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 24 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Nasreen Mahmud, June 2020** > My husband and I hired Talmadge Construction for a full house renovation of our tired 1980s townhouse and they turned it into a modern and awesome place to live - photos of the kitchen are available above (Contemporary Condo Kitchen Remodel). This was our first time remodeling and Jeff Talmadge held our hands through the initial planning and budgeting phase and remained available throughout. The design process was very smooth, every inch of space was considered, rooms were re-imagined and the perfect finishes were chosen. > > During construction, our project manager was great: everything ran on time, we received weekly updates and there were no surprises. The craftsmanship was everything we hoped for and the team followed up with us until every detail was perfect. I recommend Talmadge Construction to anyone looking for a contractor in Santa Cruz county – they are friendly and helpful and will do anything to make sure you are satisfied with their work. **Comment from Talmadge Construction, Inc.:** > We are so glad you are happy with the results! It's a beautiful transformation and reflects your personal style perfectly! **★★★★★ — Adrianna Bailey, May 2018** > We hired Talmadge for a major master bath remodel. You can see some photos here: > https://www.houzz.com/projects/3102452 and here: https://www.houzz.com/photos/users/talm > > They were great to work with from start to finish to follow-up. Our project manager was unfailingly professional, did a great job keeping the project on track and kept us up to date. The site was cleaned up each day and despite the size of the project, there was no added dirt or dust in the rest of the house. > > The project was more complex than simple cosmetics or even just fixture replacement. One end of the bathroom was partially extended to allow moving the toilet back and adding a door for privacy. The room, shower, vanity were gutted and rebuilt from the floor up, including reinforcement in the garage below for the tub's weight and a recirculating pump to conserve water and enable near instant hot water. The workmanship was impeccable with our project manager often identifying small issues and fixing them before we could say anything. The county inspectors who approved each phase of the project said that this was the best work they'd seen in a long time. **★★★★★ — Les Elkind, May 2018** > Talmadge did a bathroom/bedroom remodel for us this year and we enjoyed working with them from design all the way through to finished construction. Every member of their team was clearly engaged in helping us get what we wanted out of this renovation, contributing skills and expertise and thinking ahead to help us through all the necessary decisions. We were particularly impressed by the tile craftsmanship which transformed our space and was done with great artistry. They all went above and beyond for us, were always considerate of our needs, and were generally a pleasure to have around. I count this as the most satisfying project I have ever done, and Talmadge is the reason why. Fully recommended. **Comment from Talmadge Construction, Inc.:** > We are so glad you are happy with your project! It is really beautiful, elegant and functional. Great clients make our job all the more enjoyable! **★★★★★ — ambrizpainting, Feb. 2018** > Hi my name is Antonio Ambriz, I'm a painting contractor, I've worked with Talmadge construction in some of their projects, I can truly say that they are very professional, knowledgeable, respectful, the entire team is amazing and really pleasant to work with, great communication with client and subcontractors wich makes for the job to run really smooth, from working with them I can tell that they really care about their clients and high quality, no wonder they're very well known, respected with a great reputation. > Highly recommended. **★★★★★ — E.L. Designs, Jan. 2018** > I can't say enough great things about the Talmadge team! It's refreshing when you have a plan and detailed estimate from the beginning of the project, and the attention to detail while in construction and on site is unparalleled. One of the key benefits of working with Talmadge, is every detail is handled; all materials are ordered, all of the specialty trade contractors are coordinated, and we had weekly project updates from our project manager. We couldn't be happier with our home and we have the peace of mind knowing that everything was built by true professionals! **★★★★★ — Stephen Berlin, Jan. 2018** > Every element of the Talmadge team contributed to our happiness with the final product. They were all highly professional and a pleasure to have in our home for a kitchen/bath/living room remodel. The key to their success is likely their commitment to clear and reliable communication. We would hire them again in an instant. **★★★★★ — Candace Walker, Dec. 2017** > Talmadge did an outstanding job on a complete kitchen remodel - from design through construction. The project finished on time, and all their staff and workers were highly-skilled, reliable, and pleasant. I would definitely hire them again! **Comment from Talmadge Construction, Inc.:** > Thank you Candace! We loved working on your kitchen project! **★★★★★ — haveninthewoods, Dec. 2016** > I am thrilled with my remodel! I have an older home that had some structural issues. I decided rather than just fix what was broken, to go ahead & remodel the bathroom, and basically rebuild that corner of the house. I am so glad I chose Talmadge Construction! Every aspect of the project was beyond my expectations. They worked with me to design exactly what I wanted (but way better than my original vision). Before I had to make a final decision, they had the timeline and the costs for everything in writing. There were no bad surprises. There was no stress...Amazing! Everyone in their company is really nice. They communicated very well, not just with me, but with each other. They answered any questions I had along the way. AND, they stand behind their work! I highly recommend them! **Comment from Talmadge Construction, Inc.:** > It was our pleasure to work with you on your project. Thanks for taking the time to tell your story! **★★★★★ — Jack Thompson, Dec. 2016** > Talmadge Construction is comprised of highly accomplished and professional, architects, designers, managers, and subcontractors; all led by the consummate professional, Jeff Talmadge. > Our house project was a complex one, involving passive design, unique construction elements and smart technology. There were many challenges and they were met on head on with research, discussion and ultimately, outstanding results! > Communication, therefore was important to us, and Talmadge delivered in a VERY big way; regular meetings, updates, and current timelines were part of this aspect. Additionally, we were consistently apprised of budget, changing or evolving costs, all with our understanding the facts. Our approval was always sought. We felt we had "eyes wide open" at all times. > The job itself, was run very efficiently in that Jeff was constantly working on the sequencing of all the trades, making them efficient as well. Also, the jobsite was always in order. What needs mentioning here is that said tradesmen not only provided quality results ( Jeff would have it no other way ) , but were all great people and a pleasure to be around. > Add to this, we were fortunate to work with their in house , architect and designer, Danielle. Thank you so much Danielle! > So, if Talmadge Construction is under consideration, hire them! They won't disappoint! > Jack and Kim Thompson, Soquel, CA. ' **★★★★★ — Marilyn Brenner, Dec. 2016** > This is a Grade A construction company. You will be treated fairly, respectfully, couteously, and they will do what they say in the time and price frame they give you. Quality work and service. Have used them for 30 years and have always been happy. **★★★★★ — User, Dec. 2016** > Top notch service and completion. Jeff Talmadge picked up a project that was 70% completed by a prior contractor. He did a great job taking it through to completion with good quality and solid subs during a period when the subs are very busy. Kudos to his site lead Mike. **★★★★★ — Jean Brubeck, Dec. 2016** > We have used Talmadge for all of our remodels including the addition of an Audio-Visual room. Professional, reliable and excellent work quality has always been our experience. The staff is friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. We do not hesitate to give Talmadge Construction our highest recommendation. **Comment from Talmadge Construction, Inc.:** > Thanks Jean! It's always been great working with you. You give us a great variety of projects to design and implement! We love the challenges and the beautiful outcomes! ## Selected projects - [Expansive Contemporary Kitchen Remodel in Aptos](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/expansive-contemporary-kitchen-remodel-in-aptos-pj-vj~5411886) - Location: Aptos, CA - Photos: 12 - Description: This expansive contemporary kitchen features broad open ceilings and a well-lit space. Light colors and textures throughout this space help make the room feel inviting and neat. White counter tops and white recessed panel cabinets offer a graceful look. The exposed ceiling beams and wood paneling offer an airy and grand look that contributes to the already expansive size of the space. - [Passive House - Complete Home Design & Construction in Santa Cruz, CA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/passive-house-complete-home-design-and-construction-in-santa-cruz-ca-pj-vj~2250681) - Location: Soquel, CA - Photos: 21 - Description: The entire home, and even the pool deck, was designed as a single-level home so that the homeowners could age in place. The modern design elements inside the home take advantage of bold and sharp corners. The stone paneling on the outside of the home gives the appearance that it wraps into the living room. The large expansive windows in the living space and the wrapped stone paneling help the indoor and outdoor spaces to feel like one cohesive space. Passive houses are so energy efficient that m… - [Contemporary Home Remodel With Blue Kitchen and Vaulted Ceilings](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-home-remodel-with-blue-kitchen-and-vaulted-ceilings-pj-vj~2512303) - Location: Aptos, CA - Photos: 11 - Description: This contemporary kitchen features blue shaker cabinets and a vaulted ceiling which adds to the grand look and open feeling of the space. Sky light windows adorn this kitchen with gorgeous natural lighting, helping to accentuate the light hardwood flooring. The kitchen and dining areas are one open area in this contemporary home, bringing a homey feeling to this space. Great for entertaining, the bar in the kitchen is lit by glass pendant lighting fixtures that add a stylistic flare to the room. - [Farmhouse Style Complete Home Remodel in Santa Cruz County](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/farmhouse-style-complete-home-remodel-in-santa-cruz-county-pj-vj~2569504) - Location: Watsonville, CA - Photos: 22 - Description: This entire home was remodeled to bring additional character and style into this farmhouse style property. Medium color hardwood floors, natural stone wall tiles, and sliding wood doors are a few of the standout features that bring tremendous personality to these spaces. In the washroom, we also installed a gorgeous wine-barrel style sink that hangs from the wall, a great focal point and discussion piece for the wine enthusiast. - [Master Bathroom Remodel With Freestanding Bathtub in Los Gatos](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/master-bathroom-remodel-with-freestanding-bathtub-in-los-gatos-pj-vj~3010052) - Location: Los Gatos, CA - Photos: 12 - Description: This modern bathroom design utilizes open space in a contemporary design. A large doorless shower area features detailed tile work and glass, along with built-in shelves and a bench. A freestanding corner tub anchors the contemporary bathroom and sits below large windows with shutters. The toilet sits behind a partial wall for privacy and a dark wood vanity features a unique granite counter. - [Contemporary White & Gray Kitchen Remodel in Santa Cruz](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-white-and-gray-kitchen-remodel-in-santa-cruz-pj-vj~3010030) - Location: Santa Cruz, CA - Photos: 10 - Description: This large kitchen offers simple yet elegant design. The L-shaped kitchen provides ample cabinet drawer space, along with a functional island with additional countertop area and cabinets. The wall mount cabinets add extra storage, along with glass doors and open shelving for display. The wood flooring offers lovely contrast to the modern gray and white kitchen, which adds a dash of style into the contemporary style. - [Traditional Kitchen & Living Space Remodel in Santa Cruz](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/traditional-kitchen-and-living-space-remodel-in-santa-cruz-pj-vj~5376700) - Location: Santa Cruz, CA - Photos: 11 - Description: This traditional style kitchen remodel included a major change to the layout of the space where we removed a wall between the kitchen and the living space. The kitchen remodel included new raised panel cabinets in a soft blue color, stainless steel appliances, and soapstone counter tops. - [Small Bathroom Remodel with Modern Look in Capitola](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/small-bathroom-remodel-with-modern-look-in-capitola-pj-vj~2569349) - Location: Capitola, CA - Photos: 9 - Description: This small modern bathroom takes advantage of a variety clever space saving design details to bring more functionality into this small space. A clever sliding pocket wood door recedes into the wall, hidden when not in use. The stylish floating wood vanity allows for additional storage space underneath the sink. The simple look emphasizes strong hard edges in the tile, and fixtures, helping to contribute to the modern style of this bathroom. - [Mid Century Modern Kitchen in Rio Del Mar, CA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mid-century-modern-kitchen-in-rio-del-mar-ca-pj-vj~137970) - Location: Soquel, CA - Photos: 12 - Description: This mid century modern style kitchen remodel from the Santa Cruz area incorporates a complementary mix of style and functionality, utilizing an L-shaped countertop with a large island equipped with a gas stove top and plenty of counter space. The cabinets in this kitchen design are made from custom horizontal grain walnut and includes awning style glass cabinet doors. Also included in this design and build project are custom spice racks and built-in "hidden" utensil drawers. - [Level Entry Shower for Age In Place Bathroom in Aptos, CA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/level-entry-shower-for-age-in-place-bathroom-in-aptos-ca-pj-vj~327144) - Location: Soquel, CA - Photos: 4 - Description: This is an ADA compliant level entry shower with a built-in bench and designer grab bars. These ADA compliant features allow this client to bathe without help, and without worry. By using a hand held shower wand and rain shower head, we equipped this shower with the convenient and luxurious shower heads that can be useful whether the homeowner is sitting or standing. The contemporary design of this shower complemented the rest of the bathroom and home design, making it a pleasant part of this cl… - [Contemporary Kitchen Remodel in the Santa Cruz Mountains](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-kitchen-remodel-in-the-santa-cruz-mountains-pj-vj~2569579) - Location: Ben Lomond, CA - Photos: 9 - Description: This medium sized kitchen utilizes the limited space with numerous space saving design details that complement the simple but elegant style of the space. A U-shaped kitchen countertop is complete with a peninsula that opens up into the living space, providing plenty of room to work and entertain. The kitchen is fitted with lots of cabinets, including cabinets that are accessible from both sides of the peninsula. The medium grain hardwood floors bring some brilliant color and contrast to this spa… - [Contemporary Bathroom and Bedroom Remodel in Santa Cruz](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-bathroom-and-bedroom-remodel-in-santa-cruz-pj-vj~5411603) - Location: Santa Cruz, CA - Photos: 8 - Description: This contemporary home was remodeled with a new bathroom and bedroom that bring added functionality and help to modernize these two rooms. The small bathroom includes a beautiful light-colored mix of materials to bring a lively look to the home. The bedroom remodel offers a simple contemporary look with a clever rolling reclaimed wood door and a custom shelving unit. - [Elegant White Kitchen Remodel Santa Cruz](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/elegant-white-kitchen-remodel-santa-cruz-pj-vj~1186915) - Location: Santa Cruz, CA - Photos: 5 - Description: We have seen a surge in the popularity of white kitchens, and this mostly white kitchen with gorgeous wood flooring fits that trend. This client wanted their Santa Cruz kitchen to benefit from the natural light flowing into this room, and they wanted a simple but elegant design that incorporate basic textures and colors. - [Contemporary Home Remodel In Santa Cruz, CA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-home-remodel-in-santa-cruz-ca-pj-vj~2834536) - Location: Santa Cruz, CA - Photos: 18 - Description: We remodeled this home to add contemporary style to the property. The contemporary kitchen features white cabinets and a high ceiling, with recessed lights and lighting fixtures above the kitchen island, which features dark wood cabinets. The dark hardwood flooring is accentuated by the light colored counter tops and cabinetry. Stainless steel appliances and a stainless oven hood add the final touch to this entertaining space. The bathroom features beautiful blue accent tile throughout along wit… - [Traditional Kitchen Remodel with Blue Tiled Backsplash in Santa Cruz, CA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/traditional-kitchen-remodel-with-blue-tiled-backsplash-in-santa-cruz-ca-pj-vj~2832642) - Location: Los Gatos, CA - Photos: 10 - Description: This traditional kitchen renovation features rustic wooden cabinetry with dark cabinet hardware. The blue tiled backsplash along the walls add just the right amount of color to the remodel. Stainless steel appliances “pop” from the wood background and the simple wooden ceiling adds to the traditional style of the kitchen. A smooth electric cooktop adds style and function, while the tile flooring laid like brickwork brings the traditional kitchen all together. - [Aging In Place Bathroom Complete Remodel: Before & After Photos](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/aging-in-place-bathroom-complete-remodel-before-and-after-photos-pj-vj~327103) - Location: Soquel, CA - Photos: 9 - Description: In this complete bathrooom rennovation, the tub & shower was removed and replaced with a level entry shower in the same footprint. A clean contemporary design included mostly white and beige colors with hints of green in the countertop and wall tile, and the We incorporated designer grab bars that also act as towel bars. The shower includes a slot drain, a rain shower head and a hand-held shower wand. - [Pedestal Deck System in Soquel Hills](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pedestal-deck-system-in-soquel-hills-pj-vj~1187467) - Location: Soquel, CA - Photos: 5 - Description: This is a pedestal deck system over living spaces in Soquel hills. The square tiles can be removed to service the deck should a leak in the waterproof membrane occur. The dog is named Archie! - [Ipe deck](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ipe-deck-pj-vj~1081644) - Location: Aptos, CA - Photos: 5 - Description: Exterior deck remodel in Aptos Hills, CA. 2'x2' Ipe wood deck tiles over a water proof membrane are removable to service downspouts and maintain water proof material. Iron posts with cable railings and ipe wood rail cap. Details show angled joinery and tie-in to existing concrete walkway. - [Adaptive Bathroom Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/adaptive-bathroom-remodel-pj-vj~553704) - Location: Los Gatos, CA - Photos: 3 - Description: This adaptive bathroom remodel was designed with a client who wanted a safe bathroom space to age in place. We fitted the bathroom with hand railings throughout the bathroom, alongside the toilets and in the shower. We took advantage of a curbless shower entry, making the shower easy to enter either on foot or in a wheelchair. - [Additional Dwelling Unit Whole House Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/additional-dwelling-unit-whole-house-remodel-pj-vj~2106848) - Location: Santa Cruz, CA - Photos: 11 - Description: Garage conversion in the city included new foundation and second story framing. Large kitchen/family room and garage/laundry on ground floor opens up to large private yard. Bath, bedroom and sitting room on second floor. [See all 30 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/talmadge-construction-inc-pfvwus-pf~126169812) ## Community Q&A **Q: Love the tiles above the stove! Could please tell me where is it from?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Backsplash tile Pratt & Larson WI Monochrome 5x10 - this is the field tile Backsplash accent tile Pratt & Larson PWI Mushroom 3x3 - this is the decorative inset. Glad you like it! **Q: Love the oven - what model is it?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Wolf range **Q: Backsplash?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Backsplash accent tile Pratt & Larson PWI Mushroom 3x3 x Backsplash tile Pratt & Larson WI Monochrome 5x10 x **Q: Countertop?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Counter top - Caesarstone "Wild Rice" **Q: What color is the Island Stone waveline tile?** *(in Photo Questions)* Is it the waveline or waveline mini and which color? A: The color is Reed and it's Waveline, not mini. It's a fun kitchen! **Q: Grout size recommendation for 12 by 24 tile** *(in Design Dilemma)* What is the recommended grout size for 12 by 24 size tile ?? Please help. 3/16 grout size vs 1/16th grout size which is better for 12 by 24 size tile ?? Thanks for your time. A: Definitely smaller... especially if it's on the floor! --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-04.*