--- title: "Steffes Construction, Inc. — General Contractors | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/steffes-construction-inc-pfvwus-pf~847313426 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~847313426.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Steffes Construction, Inc." category: ["General Contractors"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/9e636b8102363f8c_8309-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Seattle, Washington 98178, United States" phone: "(206) 203-9243" website: http://steffesci.com rating: 4.1 review_count: 10 years_in_business: 42 followers: 32 last_updated: 2026-08-13 --- # Steffes Construction, Inc. > Top Quality Seattle Based General Contractors Original Houzz profile: [Steffes Construction, Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/steffes-construction-inc-pfvwus-pf~847313426) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** General Contractors - **Location:** Seattle, WA - **Serves:** Seattle, Bellevue, Renton, Redmond, Sammamish, Burien, Issaquah, SeaTac, Mercer Island, Tukwila, Bryn Mawr-Skyway, White Center, Newcastle, East Renton Highlands, Klahanie, Normandy Park, Clyde Hill, Medina, Beacon Hill, Beaux Arts Village, North Beacon Hill, Rainier Valley - **Houzz rating:** 4.1 out of 5 (10 reviews) ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Pro Software User - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves - Locally owned - Family owned - 42 years in business - Responds Quickly ### Business highlights - Family owned - Locally owned - 42 years in business - Responds Quickly Steffes Construction, Inc. does both new home construction and high-end remodeling in the King County area. We are committed to quality, service, and your satisfaction. Steffes Construction, Inc. has been in the construction business for 40 years. Remodeling and new construction projects are a collaboration between you, your architect, interior designer, us and our subcontractors/venders. We are committed to collaboration and communication. 

We are efficient at moving through the project - from beginning to end - to reduce the impact on your daily routine. Prior to 2009, Steffes Construction, Inc. operated under the name Steffes Design Build, Inc. ### Services Provided - Home Remodeling - Kitchen Remodeling - Bathroom Remodeling - Home Additions - New Home Construction ### Areas Served - Seattle - Bellevue - Renton - Redmond - Sammamish - Burien - Issaquah - SeaTac - Mercer Island - Tukwila - Bryn Mawr-Skyway - White Center - Newcastle - East Renton Highlands - Klahanie - Normandy Park - Clyde Hill - Medina - Beacon Hill - Beaux Arts Village - North Beacon Hill - Rainier Valley ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Steffes Construction, Inc. | | Address | Seattle, Washington 98178, United States | | Phone | (206) 203-9243 | | Website | http://steffesci.com | | License Number | STEFFESCI189B5 | | Years in business | 42 | | Followers on Houzz | 32 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/SteffesCI/ - Blog — www.steffesci.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Steffes Construction, Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/steffes-construction-inc-pfvwus-pf~847313426) - **Website:** http://steffesci.com - **Phone:** (206) 203-9243 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Seattle Master Builders Association - Remodel of the Year - 1981 & 1983 - Seattle Master Builders Association - Excellence in Remodeling - 1984 - REX Awards - Award of Merit - 1993 ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.1 out of 5 — 10 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 40.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Featured Review **★★★★★ — HU-828608411, Feb. 2021** > We've worked with Steffes Construction multiple times over the past four years at two different houses. Tom and Adam are a great team that deliver quality work. They have refinished a basement, repaired a roof, waterproofed a foundation, and done a lot of smaller one-off jobs like installing a pantry cabinet and fixing a pair of bad gutters. They are thoughtful and careful and have always taken the time with us to talk through all of our options and help us decide the best path forward in upgrading and maintaining our home. I'm glad I found them when I first bought a home with problems in Seattle because I can trust them to deliver quality work. **Comment from Steffes Construction, Inc.:** > Thank you for taking the time to write a review! It's been a great pleasure to work with you & your family over the years. Can't wait for the next fun project! ### All 10 reviews **★★★★★ — J Erickson, Sept. 2022** > Tom and Adam have helped us with two phases of remodel on our home. Phase 1 was the complete basement remodel including one bathroom, magical play area, library, movie room, two bedrooms, moving stairs and redoing the entry way. Phase 2: They redid the main floor including three bedrooms, hall way plus storage and two bathrooms. > > They are very detailed oriented, especially Adam. Every square inch is used. If something isn't done right, they fix it. Example: They installed four floor to ceiling windows in the entry way. After the chandelier was installed, they realized it wasn't centered in one of the windows. They took them all out and reinstalled them. It is now perfect. > > They have become like family. As a mom of five children, I was especially grateful for the safety precautions they invented to make sure we were all safe while we lived through construction. There are always tense times through remodels. Patience both ways is the key and I'm so so happy with the work they have done for us. **★★★★★ — Geoff Coco, Oct. 2019** > I hired Steffes Construction for a basement buildout on recommendation from a friend I trust. And I'm glad I did. The results are amazing, friends always compliment the work, and the space will make us happy for years to come. Tom and Adam are much more than just contractors. Sure, they know how to design a space, source materials, organize teams, and put together a great project. But more than that they understand how to walk you through the very personal experience of creating a space, of involving you in the decisions where needed and taking care of details you never would have thought of yourself. > The strength of their work stems from Adam's attention to detail, with regard to material quality, aesthetics, and how the space performs. **Comment from Steffes Construction, Inc.:** > Thanks for taking the time to write a review. We had a great time working with you! Adam brings a lot of knowledge to our work, full of many creative ideas! We hope to work with you again one day! > \- Tom **★★★★★ — HU-522333846, Aug. 2018** > We hired Steffes design and build for the repair and remodel of our 1912 cottage. They rebuilt and shingled the sagging roof, updated the electric, added gas lines for the kitchen and fireplace, installed insulation and raised the ceilings in the kitchen/dinning room, remodeled kitchen, bath, dining, and living rooms. They always kept the place neat with work areas cordoned off so that we were able to live there while the work was going on. Tom was quick to notify us of any surprises found during the ongoing work (not unusual for an older home) so that we could be involved in the decision making for the solution. We have recently hired them again to replace a window, and have plans of hiring them for other projects. The work done was of the highest quality and we still get compliments, especially on the kitchen/dining room. **Comment from Steffes Construction, Inc.:** > Thanks for taking the time to write a review. We've always had a great time working with you both! We hope to work with you more as you come up with great ideas, we're ready to build it! **★★★★★ — Barbara Campbell, April 2018** > Steffes Construction has done a few projects for us over the years. 2 Bathroom remodels, 1 master bedroom remodel, and a structural remodel changing our roofline and adding a peaked covering over our entryway. > We were thrilled with each result and would highly recommend. > Tom Steffes and his crew are professional and perfectionists, which is what you hope for in a contractor. We would absolutely hire again. **Comment from Steffes Construction, Inc.:** > Thank you for taking the time to write a review about our time working with you. Our team really enjoyed coming to work on your projects, you were very welcoming and a pleasure to work with to come up with all the ideas. We hope to work with you again in the future as you wish to improve your home over the years! **★★★★ — Bob Davidson, April 2018** > The quality of the work is always exceptional and they have good attention to detail. Tom and Adam are also good at generating ideas to improve the project. **Comment from Steffes Construction, Inc.:** > Thanks for taking the time to write a review. We had a great time working with you, and thanks for mentioning Adam, he is a very hard worker and full of many creative ideas! We hope to work with you again one day! > \- Tom Steffes **★★★★★ — Gina Gates, March 2018** > My husband and I bought a house the required a full remodel that we were undertaking ourselves. We’re handy, but have never done anything like this before. We did a lot of research using blogs and YouTube but were otherwise learning by doing. It is an old house and we came across many problems that we were not able to research solutions to. We hired Tom Steffes to do a walk-through our house to help us brainstorm and problem solve many issues that came up. His decades of knowledge and experience were indispensable to the success in our remodel. Tom helped us determine solutions to leaks in our foundation, fixes to poorly executed prior home renovations, and countless other suggestions for our bathrooms, kitchen and bedrooms reno’s that were currently in process. Since we were new to remodeling, he even went over the work that our siding contractors had been doing to point out some things to be aware of and notes to make when we hire any future contractors. Taking on such a major project has been stressful and often times intimidating. Tom helped us feel like we were back in control of the project when the enormity of it all started spilling over. If I could, I’d be calling Tom on a weekly basis to ask for his advice on every decision we make. I’d hire him again in a heartbeat. **Comment from Steffes Construction, Inc.:** > Hey Gina! Thanks for taking the time write a review, I really enjoyed brainstorming with you and Steve over the remodel project you’re working on. Don’t hesitate to reach out to me with more questions about how I can help you through your remodel, it’s a true passion of mine. > \- Tom Steffes **★★★★★ — mikenakamura, Feb. 2016** > Steffes Construction remodeled our bathroom including a new surround and dry rot repair, then the usual drywall and finishing with new sink, etc. They did a great job and we were able to pretty much stay out of the way and it was done in a few weeks. One of the nice touches is how they matched the wall texture as it came met the next room. It's on the other side of the door, but they took time to do that so it didn't look different. **Comment from Steffes Construction, Inc.:** > Thanks for taking the time to write a review about your time working with us. At Steffes Construction we pride ourselves in high-quality end detail work. I’m glad we were able to make everything match and you noticed! Hope to work with you again soon if any new ideas come to mind, don’t hesitate to reach out to us! **★ — jonbeth88, July 2015** > We decided to engage with Steffes Construction to get a bid for our total home remodel based on a referral we received. > > We really liked Tom and what he had to say about his process and asked him for references and a bid based on the full-sized printouts we provided to him (at a cost of $65 to us). He promised to follow up with us with references and a bid. Days turned into weeks. > > After repeated (nice) email requests from us for a response, we finally asked him to either return the drawings or refund us the cost of them. We have not heard from him again and it's been a month. > > \*\* Update. It turns out that our printing service charged Tom directly for the printouts. We offered to pay him for the printouts if he would drop them off (we actually would like them back) but still no response. **★ — trilliumbrae, June 2014** > Project: Kitchen and Master Bathroom (aprox. 400 sq. Ft & 150 Sq. Ft) > Anticipated 5 month Project > Began October 2013 – Still not completed by June 2014 > > I had fired the foreman for working too slowly, spending too much time on the phone and for refusing to make the kitchen a priority over the master bathroom. The boss begged me to give him another chance. There was a meeting. I was promised things would be different. . . . > At the time of the 1st firing, the company had been through 3 employees, one after another, hired to help speed up the job. Two days after the fireside chat, a fourth man who was a skilled carpenter and a delight to have in our home, quit. He was also conflicted because he was not permitted to work on critical path items and he knew how important they were to us. Incredulously, the company owner thought that another meeting would bring back the 4th employee. It did not. > This company needed constant supervision of architect/ missed items featured in drawings, frequently lost drawings. > Scheduling was so inefficient that the architect had to take over scheduling for which he charged the construction company for his time. Critical path items had not been properly identified. One example: Despite our urging to install the kitchen cabinets which had been on-site for 5 weeks, the foreman refused to do so. By stepping in and working until midnight to set the cabinets, the architect averted a three week delay of the delivery of the countertops. The countertop guys only had time to template the next day before being booked for the next 2-3 weeks . > Work area very messy. Did not clean up at the end of the day. > The foreman followed me to my bedroom and refused to leave my bedroom and let me have a discussion with the painter ( I was trying to choose a color) even though I had asked him to excuse us three times. He told me he would not go away and that I could not have a conversation with any of the subs on my own. What??? I was paying the subs directly and it is my house! It was just too stressful having this company in our home. > I tried hanging in there, because I kept being told that we were so close to finishing. But two more weeks became another two more weeks and so on. > They were ultimately fired when we left our home to allow work to be done on a Saturday 6/7/14 and instead of getting the job done, they invited nosy neighbors into our home and gave them a full tour of the kitchen and my bedroom. I have email evidence. > Fired for a 2nd time. > We then discovered that cut outs for where several heating registers are.supposed to be are missing, resulting in wood that will need to be lifted and reset. > The foreman made items for himself from our expensive material (fir) without our permission. > The company owner, was aware of all the above details and failed to correct any of the above despite our pleading except for acknowledging that the scheduling was dismal and needed to be taken over by the architect. > Fortunately for us, the sub tradesmen have kindly coordinated among themselves to get the work completed. Happily, I have some wonderful reviews to write regarding the sub trades and architect. . > This project should never have taken more than 3 or 4 months. ## Selected projects - [Preston Home Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/preston-home-remodel-pj-vj~6022183) - Location: Issaquah, WA - Photos: 26 - [Lake City Basement Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-city-basement-remodel-pj-vj~5959911) - Location: Seattle, WA - Photos: 11 - [Broadmoor Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/broadmoor-home-pj-vj~326402) - Location: Seattle, WA - Photos: 15 - [Beaux Arts House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/beaux-arts-house-pj-vj~326412) - Location: Bellevue, WA - Photos: 7 - [Preston Master Bathroom Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/preston-master-bathroom-remodel-pj-vj~2990629) - Location: Preston, WA - Photos: 13 - [Madison Park Master Suite](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/madison-park-master-suite-pj-vj~326418) - Location: Seattle, WA - Photos: 13 - [Madison Park Home Office](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/madison-park-home-office-pj-vj~3230089) - Location: Seattle, WA - Photos: 7 - [Madison Park Guest Bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/madison-park-guest-bathroom-pj-vj~3230289) - Location: Seattle, WA - Photos: 5 - [Sahalee Country Club Master Suite Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sahalee-country-club-master-suite-remodel-pj-vj~3075955) - Location: Sammamish, WA - Photos: 13 [See all 9 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/steffes-construction-inc-pfvwus-pf~847313426) ## Video - [Company video](https://player.vimeo.com/external/840712263.m3u8?s=5e49e97e87e6af15ea62b58b391ded246fe9aa02&oauth2_token_id=1384357804) ## Frequently Asked Questions **Are you licensed, bonded, and insured?** As licensed contractors, we are fully licensed, bonded, and insured to protect our clients and our team throughout every project. Your peace of mind is important to us, and we ensure all necessary credentials are in place for your safety and confidence. **Do you handle permits and inspections?** Yes, we absolutely handle all necessary permits and inspections for your project. We guide you through the entire Design/Build process, ensuring everything is compliant with local regulations and runs smoothly from start to finish. **What kind of projects you specialise in?** We specialize in high-end residential remodeling and new home construction. This includes comprehensive home remodeling, kitchen and bathroom updates, home additions, and even structural changes. We also handle maintenance and storm damage repairs, ensuring quality work for every project in the Seattle-King County area. **How do you help prevent projects from going over budget?** We prioritize transparency and communication to help keep projects within a reasonable budget. We work closely with you, anticipating potential issues and addressing them proactively to avoid unexpected costs. Our goal is to maximize your home's potential while respecting your financial investment. **Do you handle full home additions and major renovations?** Yes, absolutely. We specialize in full home additions and major renovations, including comprehensive home remodeling, new additions, and structural changes. Our team has extensive experience transforming homes to meet your evolving needs, from complete basement remodels to roofline alterations. *FAQ content may be generated based on the Pro's Houzz profile and website.* --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-13.*