--- title: "Timberline Construction — General Contractors | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/timberline-construction-pfvwus-pf~218940673 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~218940673.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Timberline Construction" category: ["General Contractors"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/4ea30251083c72aa_8122-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Truckee, California 96161, United States" phone: "(530) 582-4153" website: http://www.timberlineconstructiontahoe.com rating: 5 review_count: 14 best_of_houzz_awards: 2 followers: 72 last_updated: 2026-09-05 --- # Timberline Construction Original Houzz profile: [Timberline Construction](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/timberline-construction-pfvwus-pf~218940673) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** General Contractors - **Location:** Truckee, CA - **Serves:** Truckee, Kings Beach, Tahoe Vista, Carnelian Bay, Floriston, Crystal Bay, Incline Village, Lake Tahoe Area, Reno - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (14 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2021–2023), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves - Locally owned - Offers Custom Work - 18 years in business Timberline Construction builds custom homes in the Lake Tahoe-Truckee area. With over 14 years of experience, the team at Timberline has deep local knowledge, skilled craftsmanship and an unmatched passion to make our client’s dream a reality. Client communication and partnership are top priorities in all our projects. We understand that building a home is a monumental endeavor and we’re here to ensure the final product is perfect and the process is enjoyable, on time and within budget. Timberline's Owner, Christian Edwards, received his Construction Management degree at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. With years of construction management, development and building experience in residential and commercial construction, he dedicates himself to each project to bring out the best. Christian’s knowledge of the construction industry is proven in every project he completes. Since growing up in the Town of Moraga California, Christian has developed the likeness of a small town atmosphere. His family and he moved to Truckee in 2008 to pursue the love for outdoors and a construction company. His dream is made alive each, and every day, as new faces and opportunity arise in his business and family life. Christian’s wife Tawny and four children Caleb, Andrew, Ethan and Ella look forward to meeting every client when they have the chance. ### Services Provided - Kitchen Remodeling - General Contracting - Custom Homes - Guesthouse Design & Construction - Project Management - Complete Remodeling Services - New Construction ### Areas Served - Truckee - Kings Beach - Tahoe Vista - Carnelian Bay - Floriston - Crystal Bay - Incline Village - Lake Tahoe Area - Reno ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Timberline Construction | | Address | Truckee, California 96161, United States | | Phone | (530) 582-4153 | | Website | http://www.timberlineconstructiontahoe.com | | License Number | 900450 | | Followers on Houzz | 72 | **Social profiles:** - Blog — https://www.yelp.com/biz/timberline-construction-truckee ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Timberline Construction](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/timberline-construction-pfvwus-pf~218940673) - **Website:** http://www.timberlineconstructiontahoe.com - **Phone:** (530) 582-4153 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - CA lic \#900450 and NV lic \#0083267 - BBB Accredited - Member of the Contractors Association of Truckee Tahoe (CATT) - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2021–2023), for Service. **Affiliations** - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/better-business-bureau-pfvwus-pf~1830530549) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 14 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Nick Goddard, July 2022** > We interviewed several contractors before landing on Christian and Timberline. We broke ground in September of 2021, just as lumber was nearing a peak and going into a period of historically high inflation, particularly in the construction industry. Despite all of that, by working closely together we're coming into the finishing straight on time and UNDER budget. > The relationship has been friendly, fun and easy to work with across their whole team. The quality of work has been extremely good and the attention to detail extremely good. > A wholehearted endorsemement **★★★★★ — mphillipine, Feb. 2022** > Our experience with Timberline was outstanding. We were first time home builders with little knowledge of the process. We relied on Timberline’s expertise to help bridge that knowledge gap and we were not disappointed. Our primary home was on the east coast and with all the communication and pictures we received it never felt like a long distance build. The results were amazing and we now have our Tahoe dream home. **★★★★★ — Mike Petersen, Feb. 2022** > Christian and Timberline Construction were fantastic in constructing our 4400 sq ft home in Truckee. Christian is a great communicator that has his teams at the site when he says they will be there. He was always there to answer our numerous calls throughout the build and rolled with the changes well. Thanks Timberline for our beautiful new mountain home! **★★★★★ — Colette Fonseca, Sept. 2020** > Christian and I have worked on three different projects together and I am always impressed with his communication skills, level of detail, and his approach to realistic and reasonable job pricing. I hope to work with him more! **★★★★★ — Randy Hecht, April 2020** > Timberline was the contractor on a large remodel of our 4500 sq ft 30 year old Squaw Valley ski house. The remodel was designed by a high end architectural design firm. Timberline did a great job executing on the job in all respects and I would use them again and highly recommend. > They did a particularly good job of working with both the design firm and us as things changed during the project. They also did a great job identifying other issues with the house and then working with us to get an appropriate fix. **★★★★★ — David Nelson, March 2020** > Our relationship and experience with Timberline Construction and Christian Edwards requires some explanation. In 2005 my wife Cindy and I bought a twenty acres parcel in Juniper Hill above Glenshire just east of Truckee with the intention of building a log home. After my retirement we moved to Truckee in 2015 and began the process of securing a log home builder. Unfortunately that contractor was both unscrupulous and ill-informed about construction practices in Truckee, resulting in a year of lost time and over $10,000 in squandered funds. > > Our experience with Timberline was the complete opposite. Christian is a consummate builder. He knows the business thoroughly and has the best crew of workers. In fact, during the course of the build there were only 4 days where someone was not working. As a result, the build moved along at a brisk pace. We began excavation in May of 2017 and finished in January of 2018. Since we were living in a trailer on the property only a few hundred feet from the site, we were able to observe every phase of the process. Perhaps most important is Christian’s skill as a communicator. As rank novices to home construction, we very much appreciated his kind patience in explaining every step of the way. Amazingly enough, we came in only slightly over budget, largely to his help and expertise. From excavation to the certificate of occupancy, there were never any surprises or setbacks. Even after the completion of the house Christian continued to check with us for any shortcomings. His attention to detail and suggestions on how to cut costs were most appreciated. Over the five years we have lived in Truckee we have talked to many people who have built homes here. Many of their stories are filled with cost overruns, weeks of no progress, unacceptable quality of work, and general frustration. We experienced none of these. We were so fortunate to find Timberline Construction. **★★★★★ — Michael Turner, March 2020** > After an extensive search of the Tahoe area to find the right contractor, we selected Christian Edwards and the Timberline Construction team to completely refurbish the interior of our Tahoe Donner home. Christian and Marc Hassel-Cramer, our construction supervisor, worked smoothly with our designer, our tight schedule and our extensive wish list that included custom cabinetry and furniture. Every surface and system of the house was updated. From the first interview, where Christian suggested a solution to a complex ventilation problem to the final correction of a walnut hardwood floor issue, the project ran smoothly. All of Timberline’s sub-contractors were a pleasure to work with and did an outstanding job. We highly recommend Timberline Construction. **★★★★★ — mbbo, Feb. 2020** > Christian Edwards, of Timberline Construction, built our house that is in the Northstar Resort in Tahoe. The house was completed in the winter of 2016. > > We absolutely love the house. He did a beautiful job. > > Christian was easy to work with and moved the project along at a great pace. He always provided plenty of lead time in the decisions that needed to be made so that the project was never waiting on us. He kept us fully informed about the pace of the project. All of his subcontractors were of great quality and they were all friendly. > > I would definitely choose to use Christian again. **★★★★★ — Amit Ghosh, Feb. 2020** > We chose Christian after vetting 5 Truckee builders. We knew exactly what we wanted to do to this cute little A-frame cottage. It had good bones but was dark, abused and neglected for well nigh thirty years. All the contractors we interviewed were competent and competitive professionals but were daunted by our big eyes and a limited budget. We wanted to wash with light the dark interior by scooping in the outdoors with a front, all glass window wall. We also wanted to push out the tight front room and kitchen with large glazed box windows. Christian figured out all the details with keen intelligence and enterprise. In the end, we saw what we had imagined, pulled together, within budget, and given weather and all, on time. > Thanks to Chistian, where there was once a near shack, we now have a modern, three bedroom A-Frame, with an entertainment kitchen, a bright loft and front room warmed by a striking gas fireplace. > > Thank you, Christian for your patience, expertise, diligence and hard work. **★★★★★ — Matt W., Oct. 2019** > Attention to details, expertise in building and the permitting process, and good follow through with a solid finish are what you're going to get working with Christian and his crew at Timberline Construction. One of the best in the industry, hands down. If you want it done right and you want to enjoy the process of building your investment, you've found the right guy! Look no further. **★★★★★ — Andrea Bollakis, July 2018** > Timberline Construction remodeled my entry way and guest bathroom. They were fantastic! Very professional and did the project within the budget and on time. What more can you ask for?! I would recommend Christian and his crew for any project. **★★★★★ — eileen pw, March 2017** > Christian did several projects in our home, gave us great advice and did the work on time, on price and excellently. I would recommend bim without hesitation. ## Selected projects - [Meadows Custom Build](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/meadows-custom-build-pj-vj~6688267) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 22 - [Henness Custom Build](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/henness-custom-build-pj-vj~6482773) - Location: Truckee, CA - Photos: 44 - [Alpine Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/alpine-remodel-pj-vj~6976555) - Location: Incline Village, NV - Photos: 29 - [Royal Crest Custom Build](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/royal-crest-custom-build-pj-vj~2503596) - Location: Truckee, CA - Photos: 23 - [Tundra Custom Build](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tundra-custom-build-pj-vj~6688280) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 41 - [China Camp Custom Build](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/china-camp-custom-build-pj-vj~6482796) - Location: Truckee, CA - Photos: 23 - [Chalet Custom Build](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/chalet-custom-build-pj-vj~5884600) - Location: Truckee, CA - Photos: 35 - [Windham Custom Build](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/windham-custom-build-pj-vj~6688249) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 16 - [Thatch House Custom Build](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/thatch-house-custom-build-pj-vj~2169605) - Location: Truckee, CA - Photos: 27 - [Wagon Wheel Custom Build](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wagon-wheel-custom-build-pj-vj~2554052) - Location: Truckee, CA - Photos: 20 - [Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kitchens-pj-vj~2317979) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 29 - [Outdoor Spaces](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/outdoor-spaces-pj-vj~6483093) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 25 - [Bathrooms](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bathrooms-pj-vj~6483066) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 29 - [Lakefront Rim Project Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lakefront-rim-project-remodel-pj-vj~2552071) - Location: Tahoe Vista, CA - Photos: 26 [See all 14 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/timberline-construction-pfvwus-pf~218940673) ## Ideabooks - [Royal Crest Exterior](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/67405803/list/royal-crest-exterior) — 14 ideas [See all 1 ideabook](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/timberlineconstructiontahoe) ## Community Q&A **Q: Hello. Do you know the brand and name of the wall tile by chance?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: We purchased this from the Tile Outlet. Its called Wave Tile - Black 5000 **Q: what type of wood are these cabinets. Thank you** *(in Photo Questions)* A: I dont recall the stain color. They are DuraSupreme cabinets with one of their standard stains. Here is a link to their website - https://www.durasupreme.com/products\#.XDtghVVKipo --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-05.*