Leonardo Construction

General Contractors

About Us

Hello, my name is Tiziano Straccia and I want to thank you for your interest in our services. I am a licensed general contractor, a carpenter and an expert tile setter. I have over 20+ years experience in a full range of construction services, a meticulous hand, and unparalleled integrity. Our motto at Leonardo Construction is, "To break the stereotypical mold of the average contractor and show up on time, on budget, transparent, communicative all while offering an amazing pursuit for beauty in our work." With a full crew of carpenters, subcontractors and vendors; we are ready to handle any job big and small and we always strive to exceed your expectations. Please feel free to explore the website, we have photos, videos, and descriptions of current and past construction projects available for your viewing. Contact me at anytime with your construction needs. Like us on Facebook www.facebook.com/leonardoconstruction

Services Provided

Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), Baseboard Installation, Basement Remodeling, Bathroom Remodeling, Concrete Construction, Crown Molding Installation, Custom Home, Custom Home Bars, Deck Building, Earthquake Retrofitting, Foundation Construction, Garage Building, General Contracting, Green Building, Guesthouse Design & Construction, Home Additions, Home Extensions, Home Remodeling, Home Restoration, House Framing, Kitchen Remodeling, Masonry, Modular Home Additions, Multigenerational Homes, New Home Construction, Outdoor Kitchen Construction, Pool House Design & Construction, Project Management, Siding Installation, Site Preparation, Skylight Installation, Sliding Door Installation, Soffit Installation, Subfloor Installation, Tile Installation, Trim Work, Wainscoting, Window Installation, Window Replacement, Wine Cellar Installation, Custom Homes

Areas Served

Belvedere Tiburon, San Francisco, Hillsborough

Awards

EPA certification

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21 Projects

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21 Reviews for Leonardo Construction

Newest first

4.8|21 reviews

Work Quality

5.0

Communication

5.0

Value

5.0

Greg Lubushkin

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Client

We acquired a home that had been in our family since the early 1950s. Not much had been done to it during that time and we wanted to expand the footprint, build out the garage level and modernize throughout. The three contractors we interviewed were thorough in preparing their bids, but Tiziano Straccia, owner of Leonardo Construction, approached the proposal process with a business orientation, explaining not just what was behind the costs, but how they would be managed and how we would be kept informed of the project’s process throughout. As this would be a longer-term relationship (construction timeline was 12 to 14 months), it was important to us that we were comfortable at both a personal and professional level with our contractor. While the three bids were within a narrow range, the decision to engage Leonardo Construction was an easy one. This was a major renovation, clearing all upstairs interior walls back to the perimeter studs. The slab in the downstairs garage was removed and replaced, supporting the upstairs with new steel support beams. The back of the house, up and down, was extended to the maximum allowed by code. Demo began as scheduled, but unfortunately coincided with the initial Covid-19 lockdowns. Tiziano’s relationships with the city building department facilitated work continuing on our project despite construction site shutdowns elsewhere. Covid protocols were strictly followed through all phases of the project. The Leonardo team and all subcontractors were talented professionals enabling Tiziano to deliver on all promises made in the proposal process. Throughout the work, the Leonardo team coordinated seamlessly with city inspectors and our architect and engineering firms, keeping the project on track. Tiziano kept us informed of progress through telephone discussions and pictures. He was always accessible, promptly responding to telephone calls and e-mails. We were able to visit and inspect work as often as we wanted (generally 1x or 2x per week). Tiziano walked us through the construction site answering all our questions and explaining the work being completed. When there were options or choices to be made, he clearly explained them to us and helped us make the best decisions. He made it clear when those choices would result in a change in the cost and why -- before we approved change orders. Unanticipated issues arising during construction were minimal due to Leonardo Construction’s knowledge and expertise in local residential construction. He kept us on schedule, ensuring the many decisions we needed to make regarding fixtures, cabinetry, flooring and other details were resolved to keep us on schedule. After we moved in, punch list items were dealt with promptly and effectively. In the end, the project came in on time and within budget. All work was performed to the highest quality standards. We love our new home and are very thankful we had the opportunity to work with Tiziano and his team on this project.

August 27, 2021

Robert Gower

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Client

Construction is a challenge, especially in San Francisco. Tiziano of Leonardo Construction was one of several builders recommended to us by our architect. We hired Tiziano for a major remodel and expansion of our home due to his seeming ability to see the bigger picture and anticipate many of the hurdles that a large scale remodel and expansion in San Francisco can entail. At the end of the day we were very happy with our decision. Tiziano was patient, professional, communicative, and timely. He completed a six-month construction project and had us back in our home within three weeks of the original timeline. This was impressive given the number of variables in construction. He also made us feel as though we were his number one priority until we were settled back in our home. Tiziano takes great pride in his work, and it was very important to him that we were satisfied with each element of the design and build. He met with us weekly (and more frequently when requested) to walk through the site and answer all of our questions. Honesty and clear communication also critical with a contractor, and we felt Tiziano was both clear and truthful with us throughout the process. Where a few miscommunications happened, Tiziano proposed effective and smart solutions to keep the project moving forward and within our budget. Tiziano’s team was also very courteous, and professional. He does an excellent job of monitoring and supervising his employees and subcontractors. Overall, about as good of an experience as one can hope for when their home is torn apart and put back together.

October 6, 2017Last modified:October 11, 2017

Comment from Leonardo Construction:

Thank you Stephen and Robert! Looking forward to raising a glass in your newly renovated space.

Vorrath Woodworks

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Colleague

Tiziano is a man of great character, and it shows in the work that he does, and the way that he conducts himself with his employees, and subcontractors. We have worked on about 20 projects in the past years, and every time, I've come away feeling good about the result and the perfection of the work. The clients that we share would no doubt say the same for him. He is aware, communicative, and maintains a commitment to quality. Indeed, I have learned from Tiziano about the business and I call him a friend. The projects that we've worked on together speak for themselves, and having the clients kind words in reviews speaks further. Vorrath Woodworks will continue to do business with Leonardo Construction, and always give them priority.

November 26, 2016

Christina Drogin

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Client

This is hands down the best contractor I have ever worked with. Titziano listens to your ideas and concerns, was always on time, and COMMUNICATED with us (which has been a problem with contractors in the past). We plan to do a major remodel in the next couple of years, and we are so happy we don't have to interview contractors again, because we know Titziano is a great one!

July 18, 2016

Comment from Leonardo Construction:

And you guys made my job easy!! Thanks for your consideration and kindness!

Suzanne Israel

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Client

Leonardo Construction remodeled our guest bathroom this spring - the original room was an awkward, small and narrow size (4.5' x 11'), and Tiziano's suggestions and advice for optimizing space really helped us to make the best and most effective use of the room available. The project went very smoothly - we were kept fully informed and up to date every step of the way, the impact of the work on the rest of the house was kept to a minimum, and we're delighted with the end result. I would absolutely recommend Tiziano, and would definitely work with him again: his professionalism, great attitude and communication skills, and the overall high quality of the work, made him a joy to work with.

April 16, 2016

Comment from Leonardo Construction:

Priceless pictures. It was a joy to work with you my dears!

valbranca

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Client

We hired Leonardo after reviewing other companies, he had the best costs and most detailed proposal. The owner, Tiziano, is patient, hard working, serious, committed to his job and he goes that extra mile to please the costumer. Most of all, he finished our house on time and there was a lot to be done, the results are stunning and we were very pleased with his work.

April 15, 2016

e_pardini

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Client

After comparing several remodel projects by different San Francisco contractors, and noticing the superior workmanship of those by Leonardo Construction, I decided to contact this company for an initial meeting. My property is a 3-bedroom Victorian built in 1906 in the Castro district. After the initial meeting with the contractor, Tiziano Straccia, I did not even bother to contact any other builder. His professionalism and knowledge was apparent from the very start - it was clear he had much experience in these types of renovations. His ideas and vision for the flat were exactly in line with mine, and he understood my budget for the project, knowing how and where to focus my funds. Because I was renovating it as a rental, I needed advice on the degree of the improvements and the most appealing, timeless and durable fixtures, finishes, materials and appliances. At his recommendation, I also hired Ashley Roi Jenkins as the designer for the project. Her creativity and knowledge was extremely helpful in all the desicion-making with regard to style and functionality - very professional. One of the many strengths of Leonardo Construction/Tiziano Straccia is the feeling of inclusion in every aspect of the renovation and excellent and frequent communication. Our communication was almost always via email, and any questions or worries I had were promptly addressed. The entire project progressed so smoothly - I had every confidence that he would handle the problems of remodeling such an old building and would know how to best address them. Even though I do not live in the area, I was always aware of the status of the project, and via drop box, I could see the progress step by step. Other strengths that come to mind are his honesty, pride in his work, and attention to detail. I cannot adequately describe the amazing transformation! When finished, and I saw the completed renovation for the first time since that initial meeting, I was completely in awe! It is beautiful and surpasses every dream and expectation - it is simply perfect! I give my highest and heartfelt praise to Leonardo Construction.

April 14, 2016

Comment from Leonardo Construction:

Hello my dearest Elaine, you made it really easy to do our job. Thank you very much for your consideration and your kind thoughts.

Paul Callan

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Client

We found TIziano through a recommendation and were very thankful & happy that we did. He worked with us on a tight timeline for an expanding/fluid project scope on a "fixer-upper" in Oakland (3 stories tall) that had far more water damage and hidden issues that we'd thought when we bought it. We took care of getting a new roof on our own and did some demo/other work before bring Tiziano in, but he took on 100% of the effort once the roof was completed, including: -- Rebuilding, installing porcelain tile floor and new railing on 2 cantilevered decks -- Re-framing roughly a quarter of the house (as we opened walls, we found a LOT of water damage) along with new drywall, etc -- Re-stucco-ing the house where it had been re-framed -- Installing new hardwood internal stairs (3 stories) -- Re-installing 2 sets of french doors and 2 sliders, repairing frame rot and putting flashing in -- Miscellaneous other discovery & repair from water damage -- Various plumbing -- complete internal painting -- new ceiling lights installed throughout (again, 3 story house with very high, open 3 story stairwell) -- new door hardware and related throughout There was much, much more. As we opened up walls, the extent water damage to the house framing, walls and related was far beyond what we'd estimated and Tiziano was great at working with us to figure out what we could drop from the overall project to accommodate the timing and expense of repairing the additional water damage. We liked Tiziano's design style and recommendations, too, and he rolled with it well when our own tastes were counter to his -- especially when letting our kids choose the accent walls for the internal paint job :-) -- which not everyone would be so good at! And, our 4 year old said that he is her favorite contractor at the new house (and she met a lot of the people working on it!). We'll definitely hire him again down the road when new projects and funding align.

December 6, 2015

Comment from Leonardo Construction:

Thanks for everything Paul. Enjoy the new addition to the family!!

lgarife

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Client

I would not hesitate to recommend Leonardo Construction or to use them again. Tiziano was fantastic - his communication was unparalleled and during the height of the project he sent us daily emails with detailed status updates; he and his team were professional and kept the job site tidy; and his ability to provide line item budget estimates that were spot on was truly a relief. After his portion of the project was complete, we noticed a few minor items that required attention and Tiziano acted immediately to address our concerns.

April 11, 2015

Comment from Leonardo Construction:

Thank you dear. I am very grateful to work for you guys!

jsomorjai

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Client

We have worked with Tiziano on multiple projects. He redid our entire master bedroom and bath and he redid our back patio and added an outdoor kitchen, jacuzzi, firepit. Both projects were extensive remodels requiring extreme attention to detail and project management. We highly recommend Tiziano for his work which is why we used him multiple times. His craftsmanship is excellent. We added an entire new wood panel ceiling which he executed himself. We are thrilled with the work and he is always available-day or night.

November 30, 2014

Comment from Leonardo Construction:

Thank you John, I am honored to work for you

Heather Cleveland Design

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Colleague

I am a residential designer in the SF Bay Area and worked with Tiziano of Leonardo Construction recently on a home in Pacific Heights. The work required great attention to detail as the products we used were all very high end and needed to be installed in a manner that showed off their beauty. Tizinao was always there to take care of every detail, communicated well with my clients and was easy to work with. When he had questions or concerns about aspects of the design, he spoke right up and was a huge part of every solution. I always felt that if he were at the job site, I could trust that everything was going to go smoothly. Thank you for your hard work and great attention to details! I hope to work with you again soon! Heather Cleveland Heather Cleveland Design

October 24, 2014

Comment from Leonardo Construction:

Heather, as always, thank you for the opportunity. The space turned out amazing.

stacieblair

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Client

I spent one year working with Tiziano and I can tell you, after renovating 11 homes, I have never gone through a more horrific experience in my life. He was introduced to me as a "high end" contractor in San Francisco. That may have been true years ago but since establishing that reputation he has hired a crew who have never set foot in a house that was "high end." They do the hands-on work and he doesn't even supervise or check their work. One full year after I retained him, I am still fixing their mistakes. The final inspection was never even done. It wouldn't pass if we tried. I am stunned at the poor quality of the work. I can send you photographs of the work that would chill you. Everything he touched was done incorrectly, not to code and absolutely so aesthetically unappealing. Even after I told him that I wanted him to supervise the work of his employees, he allowed them to enter my home, perform shoddy work, and do more harm then good. This guy can not be trusted. Stacie

October 9, 2014Last modified:October 15, 2014

Comment from Leonardo Construction:

Dear Stacie Blair, Its unfortunate that you have this sensation. As with all my clients; I strive for meeting their highest expectations, unparalleled transparency and continuous communication, all the while achieving a gorgeous dwelling. I take great pride and am very passionate in my work. The long list of very satisfied homeowners and their referrals, proves this.

It's unfortunate that you are making these false claims. Here instead are the correct facts:

1) As with all my projects I typically manage from demo to finish, inclusive of all the subcontractors, labor, fixtures and materials. I am responsible and liable for everything that transpires in the project, and it is my utmost desire to make every phase go smoothly for my client's sake. Without consulting me on sizes, quantities, fit or application, you initiated ordering most of the finishes. As much as it is out of sequence for me, I tried to manage the logistics accordingly.
2) Most of the items that you ordered were incorrect in size, fit and application: Doors too small or too large for existing openings, custom tile splashes just short of intended spaces, incorrect light fixtures and transformers, incorrect layout of design, fixtures and finishes not to code. The list goes on. At every phase I advised you and helped to find solutions. You were not concerned with code, but just to rush the process as quickly as possible.
3) I managed and supervised every phase of the construction, under my contract. I personally performed your tile and carpentry installations. You simultaneously hired random subcontractors to work on other various phases outside my scope of work. I tried to coordinate all the work flow.
4) The construction on your project lasted 4 months, including holidays, HOA set backs and delays of corrected finishes. It did not last a year.
5) There are 500+ e-mails and txts communicating to and from, the updates and details of your project. You were well informed of every aspect, change order, status and updates.
6) The project flowed, and you seemed pleased until you needed to make the final payment. All your issues started arising, and you chose very specific unprofessional words to express yourself. I elected to hear you out, extended myself and resources, above and beyond, to accommodate every issue. You apologized on several occasions. I thought we amicably resolved all issues.
7) The total construction cost went from $55K to $75K (not over $100K) . Despite more costly upgrades to allowed finishes, your ongoing changes to the scope, and unforeseen upgrades to meet code; all of which you approved, you expected the final cost remain unchanged. You have done 11 projects on your own, you should be well versed in Scope Creep. If you choose a higher ticket item, the price will go up.
8) I was introduced to you because I have the “capacity to deal with challenges”. What I wasn't aware of is that you litigated and terminated every other contractor before me and during this project. In hindsight I would've kindly declined as I am aware of the proper fit in the client/contractor relationship.

What I'm quickly learning in life is that happiness is a choice and we are not responsible of that of others. I feel that all the work that we performed, was of the highest level. if you feel there are issues still unresolved, please communicate them to me professionally.

Best regards
Leonardo Const.

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17 Comments

Commented: What is the name of the tile on the fireplace?Porcelanosa elements pattern water

June 12, 2018

Commented: Gentilissimi avrei bisogno di sapere chi produce il lavandinoCiao Anna, I believe it cane from Wayfair

August 30, 2017

Commented: Bath photograph of two lovers made out of mosaic tile?Bisazza - Custom

February 28, 2017

Commented: Kitchen stove back splash? And fireplace surround?Thanks for the comments. Adele from Geddes Architecture in S.F. did all the design.

February 28, 2017

Commented: Bathroom vanity counter.Porcelanosa for the backsplash. The top is a LED light box, with glass pebbles and a tempered glass time with a painted edge

February 28, 2017

Commented: Light fixtureGood morning, it was a Cost Plus World Market buy. specified by Ashley Jenkins Design in S.F.

September 28, 2016

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