Yes. Palacios Construction holds California General Contractors License #1071780 B, which is active and verifiable through the Contractors State License Board. Owner Christian Palacios operates the company and is personally involved in every project. Licensing matters when it comes to permits, liability, and the legal ability to pull building permits on your behalf.

Palacios Construction focuses on residential remodeling and construction — kitchen remodels, bathroom remodels, home additions, ADU and JADU construction, full home renovations, outdoor living structures (decks, patios, pergolas), flooring, fireplace renovation, and rental property work. The company does not perform commercial construction. Each project is treated as a well-planned, professionally managed job from the first estimate through final walkthrough.

Palacios Construction handles permit coordination as part of the project process. As a licensed general contractor, the team is qualified to pull permits on your behalf and has familiarity with the permitting requirements across Monterey County jurisdictions — including the distinct processes in Monterey, Pacific Grove, Carmel-by-the-Sea, and surrounding areas. Requirements vary by city and project type, so permit scope is addressed during the planning phase.

Palacios Construction uses a transparent bid process — proposals are documented clearly, with every finish and line item spelled out from the start. The company uses realistic allowances, not lowball numbers designed to hook you in and change later. Multiple clients have specifically noted that Christian walked them through the estimate clearly and that costs were transparent throughout the project. You should understand exactly what you're paying for before work begins.

Kitchen remodeling is one of Palacios Construction's core services. Past kitchen projects have included full redesigns, new flooring, island hood installation, sink replacement, and cabinet work. Christian works with homeowners to balance layout, functionality, and aesthetics — and helps navigate through the many finish and material choices that kitchen projects involve. Permit requirements for kitchens depend on the scope of work, particularly if plumbing or electrical modifications are involved.

Yes. Bathroom remodeling is a core service, from targeted upgrades — new fixtures, tile, vanity — to complete gut-and-rebuild projects. A common request is converting a tub/shower combo to a tiled shower-only unit, often paired with a full bathroom refresh. Palacios Construction has worked on bathrooms across Monterey Peninsula properties, including both primary bathrooms and secondary guest baths. In Monterey County, bathroom work that involves plumbing modifications may also be subject to Monterey Peninsula Water Management District requirements, which the team takes into account during planning.

Yes. Palacios Construction builds Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (JADUs) on residential properties throughout Monterey County. The process includes design and pre-construction planning, permit coordination, and full construction management. The team also works with homeowners who already have city-approved ADU plans in hand and simply need a licensed contractor to execute the build. ADUs are increasingly used in this market for rental income and multi-generational housing.

Yes. Palacios Construction has managed complete home renovations including full teardown of ceilings and floors, new floor plan layout, and rebuild — coordinating subcontractors across flooring, electrical, plumbing, and other trades as needed. The bid process for full renovations is handled with the same transparency as smaller projects, with every phase documented and explained before work begins.

Yes. Palacios Construction has worked on mid-century modern homes, Pebble Beach properties with extensive outdoor spaces, older Monterey Peninsula homes with non-standard features, and homes with vaulted ceilings, open beam interiors, and other architectural elements not common in newer construction. Working with existing structures that have unique characteristics requires attention to detail and flexibility — both of which the team is known for.

Yes. Decks, patios, and pergolas are part of the service scope. Palacios Construction has designed and built outdoor additions that function as genuine extensions of the home — with careful attention to materials, drainage, and how the structure integrates with the existing property. Outdoor projects in Monterey County often involve specific setback and permitting requirements that the team handles as part of the project.

Yes. Fireplace renovation — including updating the face, surround, and hearth — is a service Palacios Construction provides. Christian works with homeowners to select materials and finishes that fit the room's character. Recent fireplace work has included replacing dated stone surrounds with new finishes that modernized the look of the entire living space without a full room renovation.

Yes. Flooring installation is included in Palacios Construction's scope of work — both as a standalone service and as part of larger remodel projects. Past work has included luxury vinyl plank (LVP) installation in kitchens and family rooms, as well as refinishing and specialty flooring applications. Material selection, substrate prep, and transition handling are all part of what the team manages.

Communication throughout the project is something multiple clients have called out specifically in their reviews — not just at the start. Christian is directly involved on job sites, checks in regularly, and is available to address questions or changes as they come up. When issues arise during construction (as they sometimes do on any project), the team addresses them directly and quickly. Post-completion follow-through, including coming back out to resolve issues after the project wraps, is something the company stands behind.

Yes. Leaving the workspace clean at the end of each workday is a standard the Palacios Construction crew holds themselves to. This is not a minor detail — clients in Pebble Beach, Pacific Grove, and Monterey have specifically noted it in their reviews as something that set the experience apart from past contractors. Prep work before work begins, including protection of surrounding areas, is part of how the crew approaches every job.

Yes. Palacios Construction works with real estate agents in the Monterey Peninsula market who need property work completed before a sale — repairs, updates, and targeted improvements that make a property ready to list. The team is known for moving quickly on the estimate and completing the work on a tight timeline when the situation calls for it, without cutting corners on quality.

Yes. Rental property solutions are a listed service. Landlords in Monterey County often need work done between tenants or on investment properties that need to be brought up to code or made more rentable. Palacios Construction handles this type of work — repairs, updates, and improvements — with the same professional standards applied to owner-occupied homes.

Palacios Construction serves communities across Monterey County including Monterey, Pacific Grove, Carmel-by-the-Sea, Pebble Beach, Marina, Seaside, Salinas, Sand City, Del Rey Oaks, Carmel Valley, and Prunedale. The company is based in Monterey at 222 Ramona Ave Unit 5. Most active project work is concentrated on the Monterey Peninsula, though the team works throughout the county.

Palacios Construction coordinates all subcontractors as part of the general contractor role — you do not need to manage separate trades independently. Electrical, plumbing, flooring, and other specialty work are brought in and managed by the team. Multiple clients have noted that the subcontractors Christian works with are top-quality and that the overall coordination ran smoothly, even on large multi-trade projects.

Yes. Palacios Construction backs its work. At least one client has documented that Christian returned to address issues that arose after project completion — including work that was technically out of warranty — and resolved them to the client's satisfaction without hesitation. That kind of follow-through after the job is done is a meaningful indicator of how the company operates.

Contact Palacios Construction by phone at (831) 998-0046 or through the website at palaciosconstructionca.com. Christian is responsive — multiple clients have noted that estimates come back quickly, phone calls get answered, and questions are addressed clearly. Providing a description of the project scope, your timeline, and your location in Monterey County when you reach out will help the team respond with useful information faster.

Yes, and this is a common situation on the Monterey Peninsula. Palacios Construction works with homeowners who have inherited unpermitted deck structures and need them brought into code compliance — whether that means a full rebuild or targeted structural corrections. The team handles the permit process, works with the local jurisdiction on what's required, and can also address associated work like stucco repairs or exterior painting that often comes up alongside a deck project.

Yes. Palacios Construction installs composite decking including Trex and TimberTech, which are frequently requested by homeowners looking for low-maintenance, long-lasting alternatives to wood. These products are specified at the estimate stage so you know exactly what material you're getting and what it will cost. Wire cable railings — another commonly requested pairing — are also part of what the team can incorporate into a deck build or rebuild.

Yes. Water and moisture intrusion is one of the more common repair drivers in Monterey County's coastal climate. Palacios Construction handles water-damaged structures, crawlspace work including moisture barrier installation or repair, rodent-proof venting, insulation reinstallation, and debris removal. For mold-related repairs, the team works on the construction side — rebuilding the affected closets, walls, or flooring after remediation has been completed. Providing an existing inspection report when you reach out helps the team scope the project accurately from the start.

Yes. Palacios Construction takes on fire damage repair projects including debris removal, drywall teardown to studs, roof and truss replacement, square footage additions during rebuild, and fire sprinkler installation coordination. The team can work alongside an existing permit process if plans are already in hand, or assist with the permit application as part of the project. Reach out early — even if the permit is still pending — so the scope and timeline can be planned in advance.

Yes. Many of Palacios Construction's projects are initiated by buyers who want to renovate before or shortly after moving in. Whether it's a targeted kitchen or bathroom update, a full interior overhaul, or a combination of repairs and upgrades, the team can work through a phased plan that aligns with your move-in timeline. Reaching out before closing — even with a rough project description — allows for faster turnaround on the estimate once the sale is complete.

Yes. Window installation and replacement, as well as siding work, are part of Palacios Construction's exterior service scope. These are frequently requested as standalone projects or bundled with larger renovations — for example, a buyer doing a full home update who also wants new siding and window replacements as part of the package. Specific window types, including tempered glass and directional changes, have been handled on past projects.

Yes. Palacios Construction works with HOA management companies and property managers on projects ranging from crawlspace and shared-structure repairs to unit-level remodels and ongoing maintenance work. HOA projects often come with specific inspection reports, shared-space requirements, and coordination needs — the team is accustomed to working within those parameters. If your HOA or management company is directing you to get contractor bids, Palacios Construction can be part of that process.

Palacios Construction can work with property owners on new home construction, including lot preparation, utility connections, permitting assistance, and open floor plan design and build. If you don't yet have blueprints, the team can discuss design direction and help connect you with the right resources to get plans in place before construction begins. Reach out with your lot size, location, and general vision — that's enough to start the conversation.

Yes. Fence installation and repair are part of the exterior work Palacios Construction offers. Whether it's a new fence for privacy or property definition, a replacement for aging or damaged materials, or a repair to an existing structure, the team can scope and price the work. Fencing in Monterey County may be subject to setback or height restrictions depending on your location — the team addresses those requirements as part of the project.

Yes. Palacios Construction works on insurance-related repair projects — water damage, fire damage, and mold-related reconstruction are all within scope. The team can provide the documentation and line-item estimates that insurance carriers typically require, and can work within the timeline and scope defined by an active claim. If you have an adjuster's report or existing documentation, sharing that when you reach out will help the team prepare an accurate bid that aligns with your coverage.