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business_name: "Cerami Builders Inc"
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address: "557 Santa Clara Ave, Berkeley, California 94707, United States"
latitude: 37.8927
longitude: -122.2761
phone: "(510) 954-6760"
website: http://www.ceramibuilders.com
rating: 5
review_count: 2
best_of_houzz_awards: 5
followers: 41
last_updated: 2026-09-11
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# Cerami Builders Inc

Original Houzz profile: [Cerami Builders Inc](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/cerami-builders-inc-pfvwus-pf~788586792)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** General Contractors
- **Location:** Berkeley, CA
- **Serves:** Oakland, Berkeley, El Cerrito, Kensington
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (2 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 5 awards (2014–2022), for Design, Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- 1,000 Ideabook Saves

Full service general contracting firm.

### Services Provided

- Home Remodeling
- Kitchen Remodeling
- General Contracting
- Home Additions
- Custom Homes
- New Home Construction
- Deck Building
- Outdoor Kitchen Construction

### Areas Served

- Oakland
- Berkeley
- El Cerrito
- Kensington

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Cerami Builders Inc |
| Address | 557 Santa Clara Ave, Berkeley, California 94707, United States |
| Phone | (510) 954-6760 |
| Website | http://www.ceramibuilders.com |
| License Number | B533426 |
| Followers on Houzz | 41 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/Cerami-Builders-296115637087700/
- LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-cerami-6025867
- Blog — www.ceramibuilders.com

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Cerami Builders Inc](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/cerami-builders-inc-pfvwus-pf~788586792)
- **Website:** http://www.ceramibuilders.com
- **Phone:** (510) 954-6760

## Credentials

- **Best of Houzz:** 5 awards (2014–2022), for Design, Service.

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 2 reviews**

### All 2 reviews

**★★★★★ — Andrea, April 2018**

> We did not hire Cerami Builders, only because we decided not to do the project and ended up selling our house and moving. That said, Cerami is exceptional. Before we got any pricing he drove me around and showed me several of his projects. His crew has the same high standards that he has and he holds his crew to these high standards. I've seen almost two dozen architect designed remodels, additions by other local, high end builders and would say that Paul holds his own. In fact, I would say that while there are other great local builders, none surpass the quality that you get with Paul. There are lots of 90-95% builders who do really great work, but it's that last few percent that's hard to achieve and that's where even really high end builders fail. This is where Cerami shines. He understands detail and materials and is able to execute to that super high level which makes him stand alone. If you love your home and are the type of client that really wants the project to be the best that it can be then Cerami is the builder for you.

**★★★★★ — chastings16, Sept. 2013**

> Paul is the utmost of professionals.  He is kind and considerate and his main goal is to please and ensure your dream is created and built.  TImeliness and communication are strengths as well.  His crew also represents his values (honesty, integrity, dependability) and are highly skilled.  Perfection is the goal for all!  He uses high quality products and ensures your budget and outcome are what you desire.
> he built my home and I have hired him for many projects over the years, mostly recently, a kitchen remodel.  His knowledge of the home and attention to detail to ensure the remodel fit the structure and style were the reasons I hired him.  He and his crew are a pleasure to work with.

## Selected projects

- [House Addition 2](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/house-addition-2-pj-vj~6077677)
  - Location: Albany, CA
  - Photos: 6
  - Description: Home addition including dining, kitchen, and stairway.
- [Master Suite Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/master-suite-addition-pj-vj~6076220)
  - Location: Kensington, CA
  - Photos: 2
- [House Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/house-addition-pj-vj~6076180)
  - Location: Berkeley, CA
  - Photos: 2
  - Description: House addition including living area, master suite with bathroom and staircase.
- [Kitchen Remodel 2](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kitchen-remodel-2-pj-vj~3118489)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 8
  - Description: Kitchen Remodel
- [Master bath remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/master-bath-remodel-pj-vj~3096229)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 5
- [Bathrooms in New Home Build](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bathrooms-in-new-home-build-pj-vj~3095335)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 12
- [Historic Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/historic-remodel-pj-vj~3052971)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 10
  - Description: Beautifully remodeled home in keeping with original historic feel.
- [New Home Build](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-home-build-pj-vj~3047728)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 24
- [Kitchen Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kitchen-remodel-pj-vj~3048040)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 6
- [House Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/house-remodel-pj-vj~3018535)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 7

[See all 10 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/cerami-builders-inc-pfvwus-pf~788586792)

## Ideabooks

- [CB](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/110773670/list/cb) — 2 ideas
- [California living](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/108795603/list/california-living) — 10 ideas
- [Bathrooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/116748464/list/bathrooms) — 1 idea
- [Closets](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/116747876/list/closets) — 5 ideas
- [Countertops](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/108796222/list/countertops) — 2 ideas

[See all 5 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/pauljc)

## Community Q&A

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

What are the materials/colors used for the cabinets and counters?

A: Hi,
The cabinets are rift-sawn white oak and the countertops are calacatta d'oro marble.

**Q: What kind of wood are the kitchen cabinets made of? Thanks.** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: Hi, they are vertical grain douglas fir.

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-11.*