“Nearly every time I wander around our house and property, I can’t help but have a feeling of gratitude in my heart for you and your commitment to fine workmanship, organization and a good attitude. [We] really love our home and we are so thankful that you were at the helm of our remodeling project.”

Whole House Remodel, Monte Sereno

“Perhaps more important however, are the truly wonderful working relationships I enjoy with you and your project managers throughout the entire design and construction process. Working with your and our clients during the design process and budgeting phases is always enjoyable, and your integrity, responsiveness, and positive “customer service” attitude are a great pleasure. I can’t begin to tell you how happy I am with the work your company has produced on our four most recently completed projects. It goes without saying that the quality of the craftsmanship on these projects has been-as always-second to none, although it really does bear mentioning. For an architect, this is not only satisfying but also exciting-as more often than not – the end result is actually better than the vision in my head and on our drawings.”

Architect, Noel Cross (13 homes built by Conrado)

”The Conrado Company continually performed at the highest level as general contractors for us on a tremendously challenging and extensive Atherton home reconstruction project. Having worked with Conrado closely for over two years, we recommend them without hesitation. Indeed, we are continuing to use the Conrado team for long term home maintenance. If we undertook another project, no matter how difficult or unique, we would turn to Conrado in a heartbeat.

Our project involved a complete overhaul of a large two-story historical home that was stripped to the studs, entirely redesigned, reconfigured, and significantly expanded. It also involved new construction of a sizable stone-covered garden studio/pool house, swimming pool, redesigned driveways, pathways, parking areas, new foundation and new structural support. Among many challenges, the antiquated foundation required a total replacement, by jacking up the house; and the basement was expanded. The result was a completely transformed Federal style house: unique cabinetry and ornamentation; beautiful use of light, vaulted ceilings, and rustic materials; custom millwork, stonework, brickwork, panelling, extensive moldings and arches; historic detailing; and state of the art infrastructure.

Clearly Paul Conrado has created a culture of excellence, professionalism, courtesy, and integrity. With construction supervisors camped out in a trailer onsite – and weekly construction meetings with the Conrado team — we saw them “up close” dealing with the inevitable twists and turns in translating the architect’s imaginative design and our own vision into a beautifully constructed reality. Conrado’s supervisors and budget monitors were meticulous, ingenious, and efficient in solving problems of all sorts. They were uniformly transparent, thorough, responsive, practical, creative, and highly skilled.

Conrado also chose subcontractors who were master craftsmen, responsive, and pleasant to deal with. When a couple subs did not measure up, Conrado made a change without missing a step. Conrado also provided an invaluable bridge between the architect’s vision and the subcontractors’ need for precise technical specifications for manufacture and installation.

Throughout the process, Conrado’s “no surprises” financial modelling was clear,detailed, and accurate. They were flexible and creative in assisting us with “value engineering” where necessary to control or expand budget, helping us understand cost/design trade-offs in making myriad decisions. They kept us extremely well informed at every stage, and they were consistently open to our questions.

In the end, Conrado produced a home with highest-level craftsmanship and aesthetics, wonderfully thoughtful and user-friendly systems and features, and a functional, intelligent and comfortable living environment. They were a great pleasure to deal with throughout the entire project.”

Whole House Remodel, Atherton

“Conrado Construction did an outstanding job on one of our most complex and extensive designs. The site was limited, the neighbors touchy, the clients demanding, yet the job was handled very professionally. They kept a difficult project moving forward in a very smooth manner, keeping all of us in excellent communication. The result is magnificent. I would love to work with them in the future.”

Max Jacobson, Partner, JSWD Architects: New Custom Home, Los Gatos

"The Conrado Company built our beautiful custom Tuscan home and we would highly recommend them! Everyone with the company exhibited the highest level of skill and professionalism throughout. Every sub they hired was excellent, and we stayed on or below budget and on schedule. We even had fun! Conrado knows how to help mitigate the stress of such a large project. Highly recommend, great team!"

New Custom Home, Saratoga

“The Conrado Company’s subcontractors were first rate. They were very professional with high standards of quality workmanship. They, too, personally contributed to a successful project."

New Custom Home and HomeCare Maintenance Client, Los Gatos

“Thank you so much Colleen. It was such a pleasure working with you and the entire team! I know I had some crazy ideas and you guys made it all happen! I really am thrilled… still things to do… Miss having you all around and the excitement of the creation!”

Whole House Remodel, Monte Sereno

“Conrado Home Builders completed a challenging and complex partial remodel of our home including a total kitchen re-do, HVAC, flooring, 2 bathrooms, laundry rooms, painting, plumbing, electrical, masonry, and outdoor kitchen. Conrado did a spectacular job with excellent planning and project management, fantastic subs, extraordinary quality and followup. The project also involved some structural engineering. The Conrado ecosystem is invaluable. Completed on time, despite the inevitable unforeseen difficulties remodeling a 30 year old home. We are thrilled with the result. They are the best.”

HomeCare Maintenance Client, Atherton