It started on a rugby field

Our partnership started on a rugby field, where we learned the value of skill, hard work and collaboration. 

When we met, Eric was an engineer in the high tech automation industry and Craig had recently completed a demanding four-year building apprenticeship program in New Zealand, his native country, where construction standards are high and workers are known for their obsessive dedication to excellence. 

We saw an opportunity to use our unique skill sets to form a partnership off the field and create a new type of construction company that makes remodeling less stressful and more transparent.

For more than two decades, we have provided high-quality kitchen remodels, bath renovations, and additions to Santa Cruz County homeowners.  We’re selective about the projects we take on and we always deliver high-quality work backed by our Elite guarantee.

Meet the Elite Team

We take care of every detail so you don’t have to.

  • Headshot of Alison, Designer at Elite Construction in Santa Cruz.

    Alison

    DESIGNER

    BA Interior Design, UC Davis,

    ASID

  • Headshot of Lori, Designer at Elite Construction in Santa Cruz.

    Lori

    DESIGNER

    BA Interior Design, Arizona State

    Allied ASID

  • Headshot of Stephanie, Designer at Elite Construction in Santa Cruz.

    Stephanie

    DESIGNER

    BS, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo

    Allied ASID

  • Headshot of Kate, Permit and Estimate Coordinator at Elite Construction in Santa Cruz.

    Kate

    PERMIT AND ESTIMATE COORDINATOR

  • Headshot of Maria, Operations Coordinator at Elite Construction in Santa Cruz.

    Maria

    OPERATIONS COORDINATOR

  • Headshot of Phil, Project Manager at Elite Construction in Santa Cruz.

    Phil

    PROJECT MANAGER

  • Headshot of Ryan, Project Manager, Bath Division at Elite Construction in Santa Cruz.

    Ryan

    PROJECT MANAGER - BATH DIVISION

  • Headshot of Mason, Project Manager, ADU Division at Elite Construction in Santa Cruz.

    Mason

    PROJECT MANAGER - ADU DIVISION

  • Headshot of Loren, Lead Carpenter at Elite Construction in Santa Cruz.

    Loren

    LEAD CARPENTER

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    Tom

    LEAD CARPENTER

  • Headshot of Mike, Lead Carpenter at Elite Construction in Santa Cruz.

    Mike

    LEAD CARPENTER

  • Headshot of Don, Lead Carpenter at Elite Construction in Santa Cruz.

    Don

    LEAD CARPENTER

  • Headshot of Jacob, Lead Carpenter at Elite Construction in Santa Cruz.

    Jacob

    LEAD CARPENTER

  • Headshot of Zac, Lead Carpenter at Elite Construction in Santa Cruz.

    Zac

    LEAD CARPENTER

  • Headshot of Dave, Carpenter at Elite Construction in Santa Cruz.

    Dave

    LEAD CARPENTER

  • Headshot of Matt, Carpenter at Elite Construction in Santa Cruz.

    Matt

    CARPENTER

  • Headshot of Arnie, Carpenter at Elite Construction in Santa Cruz.

    Arnie

    CARPENTER

  • Headshot of Evan, Carpenter at Elite Construction in Santa Cruz.

    Evan

    CARPENTER

  • Headshot of Darren, Carpenter at Elite Construction in Santa Cruz.

    Darren

    CARPENTER

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We’re proof that you can love your contractor

“Elite Constructions recently completed a full kitchen and primary bathroom remodel. From start to finish, they were a dream to work with. We have been very happy with their entire team, they were all professional, pleasant, and talented. We plan to use them again on another bathroom remodel. A big bonus for us was the care they showed our multiple animals. It helped make the whole experience easier to live with. We highly recommend their services!”

kitchen island remodel with rustic barn door

— Mark, Santa Cruz, CA

“Elite Construction Services did a magnificent job on our total kitchen renovation. From top to bottom, every single Elite staff member exceeded our expectations.

Is a bathroom renovation possible in the near future? Maybe, and if we do decide to move forward, it'll be with Elite Construction Services -- no need to engage with any other contractors.”

Santa Cruz Beach house wet bar. It has black cabinets with gold fixtures

-Steven, Aptos, CA

“The Elite crew is amazing! Our bathroom was challenging, with lots of problems stemming from the original construction. Scott, Craig, Eric, and their subcontractors patiently explained each issue and the best solution to ensure the final project would last and look fantastic. Lori and Will were a dream to work with. For a hyper-organized person like myself, Elite was a dream to work with. Our next big project is the kitchen, and I will definitely use Elite.”

Bathroom remodel with rustic cabinets and soaking tub.

— Sarah, Ben Lomond, CA

 

What do you get when you combine a Kiwi craftsman with a former engineer from Oklahoma?

Home remodels that are well-crafted, well-engineered, and almost, well ... fun.

We're thrilled to be recognized for our work