Kitchen, Bath, and Home Remodeling Tips With a Splash of Santa Cruz Living
Why Elite Construction Supports a Pedestrian Plaza in Downtown Santa Cruz
Imagine Cooper Street alive with people, music, and outdoor dining instead of traffic and parked cars. This vision for a weekend pedestrian plaza in Downtown Santa Cruz could boost local business, create safer community spaces, and transform our city’s heart into a vibrant hub for families, visitors, and nightlife.
From the Rugby Field to Remodels: How Elite Got Its Start
Before Elite was a trusted name in Santa Cruz remodeling, it was just two guys on a rugby field. Discover how Eric and Craig went from teammates to business partners—and built a company rooted in craftsmanship, trust, and a shared vision.
Features We’d Want in Our Own Kitchen Remodel (From a Santa Cruz Contractor’s Perspective)
What would a Santa Cruz contractor include in their own dream kitchen? We’re sharing our must-have features—from oversized islands to indoor-outdoor flow—based on decades of remodeling experience. If you're planning a kitchen remodel, this is the checklist you didn't know you needed.
Best Kitchen Flooring Options for Santa Cruz Homes
Choosing the right flooring is a crucial part of any kitchen remodel—but don’t worry, you’re not in it alone. While we don’t install flooring ourselves, we guide our clients through selecting the best materials and manage trusted local subcontractors to ensure a smooth process. Here's what Santa Cruz homeowners are loving—and what works best in our coastal climate.
Planning a Remodel? Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Wait.
Thinking about a bathroom remodel or cabinetry upgrade in Santa Cruz County? Learn why starting your project now can help you avoid rising costs—and lock in current pricing!
Supporting Local Pets: Our Donation to Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter's Spay/Neuter Program
Spaying/Neutering is the single most effective tool for reducing shelter intake and euthanasia and for improving the lives of animals in the community.
Voting is closed - thank you for participating: Support Your Favorite Local Non-Profit.
We’re inviting you to help us select this year’s recipient by voting for your favorite non-profit.
The non-profit with the most votes will receive our annual holiday donation. Submit your vote today.
Budget-Friendly Remodel Tips: How to Customize Your Dream Home Without Overspending
Customizing Your Remodel on a Budget: How to Make Smart Choices and Still Create Your Dream Space
Unlocking Property Value: Is an ADU the Best Investment for Your Santa Cruz Home?
ADUs in Santa Cruz County: A Smart Investment for Your Property?
The donation goes to…….
Santa Cruz cares a lot! We had an amazing response to our vote for your favorite non-profit campaign. Elite Construction would like to thank you for your replies! We will be donating to The Arukah Project in Scotts Valley.
Give the gift of supporting local this holiday season
As a small service business in Santa Cruz, the shop local movement is dear to our hearts. This holiday, we urge you to shop local. To get you started, we took a poll and rounded up some of our reader’s favorite go-to retailers and experiences.
Voting is now closed. Thank you for participating. We will post the winning non-profit on December 24th.
Voting has begun to help pick our favorite non-profit for 2023. Vote for your favorite Santa Cruz County charity. Elite Construction would like to send them a donation.
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Vote now - Good Times SC Best of 2023. Santa Cruz County’s “Best Contractor”.
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The tally is in. This year we have a tie! Two Santa Cruz County non-profits will be receiving a donation from Elite Construction.
Vote for your favorite charity in Santa Cruz County. We want to give them a gift.
Voting has begun to help pick our favorite charity for 2022. Please vote for your favorite Santa Cruz County charity. Elite Construction would like to send them a donation.
Give the gift that keeps giving; support local this holiday season
This holiday, we urge you to shop local. We’ve rounded up some of our favorite go-to retailers and experiences to get you started.
Treats not Tricks
Our annual October event roundup.
The donation goes to…….
The votes are in. Our donation this year will go to supporting Santa Cruz County’s largest non-profit working toward resolving homelessness in our community.
Give the gift of supporting local small businesses
As a small service business in Santa Cruz, the shop local movement is dear to our hearts. This holiday, we urge you to shop local. To get you started, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite go-to retailers and experiences.