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address: "2672 Fair Oaks Ave., Altadena, California 91001, United States"
latitude: 34.1912
longitude: -118.1392
phone: "(626) 798-9525"
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rating: 5
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# Grueter Construction

Original Houzz profile: [Grueter Construction](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/grueter-construction-pfvwus-pf~2080455517)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** General Contractors
- **Location:** Altadena, CA
- **Serves:** North Glendale, Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank, Alhambra, Arcadia, Altadena, San Gabriel, Monrovia, Temple City, South Pasadena, La Crescenta-Montrose, San Marino, Sierra Madre, East Pasadena, Bradbury, La Canada Flintridge, La Crescenta, Montrose, Tujunga
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (7 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2017), for Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Star Houzzer
- Recommended on Houzz
- 1,000 Ideabook Saves

Pride in Craftsmanship since 1982. We are a family owned General Contracting business located in Pasadena, California. We specialize in the preservation of historic architecture and interiors, while providing our clients with 21st Century functionality. We look forward to working with you to make your house your home! 

We have been honored to participate in the Pasadena Showcase House, an all-volunteer organization. Pasadena Showcase House for the Arts (PSHA) is a non-profit California Corporation whose members donate their time and talents to produce the annual Pasadena Showcase House of Design. It is one of the oldest, largest and most successful house and garden tours in the nation.

### Services Provided

- Bathroom Remodeling
- General Contracting
- Home Additions
- Custom Homes
- Home Extensions
- Deck Building
- Basement Remodeling
- Flooring Installation
- Garage Building
- Custom Home Bars
- Countertop Installation
- Energy-Efficient Homes
- Concrete Construction
- Deck Repair
- Exterior Door Installation
- Drywall Installation
- Foundation Construction
- Demolition
- Carport Installation
- Asphalt Shingle Roofing
- Attic Restoration
- Crown Molding Installation
- Baseboard Installation
- Brick Masonry
- Fireplace Installation
- Cedar Siding
- Foundation Repair
- Composition Roofing
- Concrete Repair
- Drywall Texturing
- Basement Waterproofing
- Earthquake Retrofitting
- Electric Fireplace Installation
- Aluminum Siding
- Gas Fireplace Installation
- Brick Siding
- Fireproofing
- Home Inspection
- Custom Cabinets
- Door Repair
- Electric Fireplace Repair
- Fence Installation
- Fence Repair
- Gutter Cleaning
- Gutter Installation
- Interior Door Installation

### Areas Served

- North Glendale
- Glendale
- Pasadena
- Burbank
- Alhambra
- Arcadia
- Altadena
- San Gabriel
- Monrovia
- Temple City
- South Pasadena
- La Crescenta-Montrose
- San Marino
- Sierra Madre
- East Pasadena
- Bradbury
- La Canada Flintridge
- La Crescenta
- Montrose
- Tujunga

### Typical Job Cost

$10,000 - 600,000

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Grueter Construction |
| Address | 2672 Fair Oaks Ave., Altadena, California 91001, United States |
| Phone | (626) 798-9525 |
| Website | http://grueterconstruction.com |
| License Number | 416414 |
| Followers on Houzz | 113 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — www.facebook.com/grueterconstruction
- LinkedIn — http://www.linkedin.com/in/grueterconstruction/
- Blog — www.grueterconstruction.com

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Grueter Construction](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/grueter-construction-pfvwus-pf~2080455517)
- **Website:** http://grueterconstruction.com
- **Phone:** (626) 798-9525

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- Workers Compensation Insurance Safety Award 2007-2010, Five Pasadena Golden Arrow Awards for my home as well as homes I have remodeled. Pasadena Heritage Recognition November 2008-2011. Sponsored AYSO soccer teams for 5 years

- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2017), for Service.

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 7 reviews**

### All 7 reviews

**★★★★★ — Mike Bell, Aug. 2016**

> Joe restored my home in Bungalow Heaven about 10 years ago.  I decided to call him for more work and noticed on his website that he had photos of my historic home and the work that he did.  It sure looked nice back then, and all of his work has fit our family very well.  The "patina" that our children have added to our home is a testament to the work, the advice, the brainstorming, and the quality from Joe way back then.  I'm certainly not hesitating to contact him again (this time to add a french door and brick patio to our rear bedroom).

**★★★★★ — Sarah Emery Bunn, March 2016**

> Grueter Construction remodeled our bathroom a few years ago. Every step of the way we enjoyed working with Joe and his team. Work was careful and thorough, and every subcontractor was of the highest quality. Would highly recommend Grueter Construction for your home upgrades!

**★★★★★ — acascella, Feb. 2016**

> We hired Grueter Construction for a restoration project on two homes, one from 1924 and one from 1947.  Both locations had suffered through several decades of decay so the scope of the projects was substantial and comprehensive from plumbing to electrical to floor, window, door, kitchen, and bathroom restorations.  The work further included a modest square footage expansion to one of the houses.  End to end, Grueter Construction delivered excellent service at competitive value, taking time to understand our needs, source the necessary experts, and handle a process of substantial complexity to deliver a beautiful finished product.  With both projects just completed, we feel they did a great job and would recommend Joe Grueter and his team, especially for those out there requiring some attention to historical detail.

**★★★★★ — Pasadena Craftsman Tile, Feb. 2016**

> I am a tile maker. The architect brought the client in on Friday to choose tiles for a fireplace. We laid out a design on Sunday and Joe installed it on Monday. See my posting for December 2014, www.facbook.com/pasadenacraftsmantile.
> Joe provided the dimensions and coordinated all the details cheerfully. He is easy to work with and a joy.

**★★★★★ — rfullert123, Feb. 2016**

> Joe renovated the kitchen, a bath and the back porch of our 100+ year old Craftsman home. He was very honest with his assessment and estimate, kept us fully informed of progress and challenges, did work of the highest caliber, and lived up to his promises and commitments. We have no reservations when recommending that you consult with Joe if you are considering a major renovation. We love our new kitchen, pantry, bath and porch. There is not a day that goes by that I don't thank my stars that we found Joe and his crew.

**★★★★★ — Tap N Tile, Oct. 2015**

> We have been working with Joe & Brandy Grueter for many years. They are always professional and on point with their clients. They are a pleasure to work with &
> We are always happy to see them! looking forward to future projects!

**★★★★★ — Peltier Interiors, Oct. 2015**

> Grueter Construction is the best in town.  They are meticulous with detail and workmanship, dependable and honest.  As a designer I have worked with them several years on the Pasadena Showcase House of Design and know I will always see the best craftsmanship from them.  i would highly recommend them for any project.

## Selected projects

- [Atladena Contemporary Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/atladena-contemporary-remodel-pj-vj~1340790)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 21
- [Pasadena Bungalow Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pasadena-bungalow-kitchen-pj-vj~1340789)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
- [Pasadena Bungalow Haven Craftsman Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pasadena-bungalow-haven-craftsman-remodel-pj-vj~1340798)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 10
- [San Marino Whole House remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/san-marino-whole-house-remodel-pj-vj~3135221)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 18
- [Pasadena Bungalow Heaven Kitchen and Bath](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pasadena-bungalow-heaven-kitchen-and-bath-pj-vj~1398644)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 11
- [Sierre Madre Contemporary](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sierre-madre-contemporary-pj-vj~666064)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 6
  - Description: Complete kitchen, three baths, four bedroom remodel.
- [Pasadena Showcase 2014 Nursery & Bath](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pasadena-showcase-2014-nursery-and-bath-pj-vj~1655193)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 5
- [South Pasadena Deck & Patio Rebuild](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/south-pasadena-deck-and-patio-rebuild-pj-vj~1340792)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
- [San Gabriel Spanish Modern](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/san-gabriel-spanish-modern-pj-vj~1348927)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 19
  - Description: Kitchen, laundry, living, and exterior remodels. We tore down a dividing wall between the kitchen and the sitting room really opening the house up. We put all new 2" oak flooring throughout the home matching existing floors.
- [Pasadena Craftsman Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pasadena-craftsman-remodel-pj-vj~1595480)
  - Location: Pasadena, CA
  - Photos: 7
- [Pasadena Showcase 2015 Sitting Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pasadena-showcase-2015-sitting-room-pj-vj~1655183)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
- [Altadena Whole House Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/altadena-whole-house-remodel-pj-vj~4489829)
  - Location: Altadena, CA
  - Photos: 15
  - Description: This project was for another absolutely amazing to work with client. The first time we worked for her was back in 2014, when she had just moved in. We did some plumbing, plaster, exterior water that created interior rot, odds and ends to bring the home up to par. This time around we touched almost ever room. From the full kitchen remodel, two full bath remodels, new windows and shutters, full cabinet entertainment center in the living, reworking the doors and hinges in the dining, all newly refi…

[See all 12 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/grueter-construction-pfvwus-pf~2080455517)

## Ideabooks

- [Harrison Mihara](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/67602237/list/harrison-mihara) — 15 ideas
- [Color Schemes](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/54743558/list/color-schemes) — 15 ideas
- [Bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/54743600/list/bathroom) — 17 ideas
- [Arroyo, Bath](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/101981574/list/arroyo-bath) — 11 ideas
- [Kitchen Dining](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/67643624/list/kitchen-dining) — 8 ideas
- [Cabinet](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/53836010/list/cabinet) — 7 ideas
- [Appliances & Fixtures](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/70015305/list/appliances-fixtures) — 1 idea
- [Wood](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/53835747/list/wood) — 12 ideas
- [Outside Living](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/67643552/list/outside-living) — 1 idea
- [Simple Room Big Design](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/54934089/list/simple-room-big-design) — 4 ideas
- [Isokern Fire Boxes](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/57035850/list/isokern-fire-boxes) — 7 ideas
- [Ruth Ridenour](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/55383950/list/ruth-ridenour) — 10 ideas
- [Treehouse Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/54070437/list/treehouse-ideas) — 1 idea
- [grueterconstruction's Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/54009571/list/grueterconstruction-s-ideas) — 5 ideas
- [Tile](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/53835956/list/tile) — 2 ideas
- [Hardware](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/53835920/list/hardware) — 1 idea

[See all 16 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/grueterconstruction)

## Community Q&A

**Q: What is the name/color and brand of the counter top?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: Hi Dawn, It is a paperstone product in color mocha or chocolate.

**Q: Who did the cabinets?** *(in Photo Questions)*

Love the inset and the hardware.

A: We have a great cabinet maker that we've been working with for over 30 years. Romero's Architectural Woodwork in San Gabriel.

**Q: Cabinets** *(in Photo Questions)*

Can you share who made the cabinets and counters? Im local. I'm assuming they are custom all wood. Thank you.

A: This is one of our early projects together with Harvest Architecture.  Working on this project with Lisa we discovered our likeminded passion for restoring period homes.  Bringing them back to their early craftsman styling’s while giving them all the modern amenities we have come to enjoy.  Lisa is great at getting the feel of what was and what the home owners want.  It is the excitement of forensics discovery, preservation of artistry, and making the clients dreams come alive through Lisa's drawings that makes my days too short.

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-25.*