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Serving California Since 2012
Framing Contractor Serving the Bay Area & Central Valley
Built on Quality. Driven by Precision.
Delivering structural framing, rough framing, and new construction framing for commercial and residential projects across the Bay Area, Central Valley, and throughout California.
- Licensed & Insured
- Commercial & Residential
- Honest Estimates
- Reliable Crews
- Years in Business
- 14+
- Projects Completed
- 350+
- Cities Served
- 19+
- Licensed & Insured
- 100%
Trusted by leading builders & general contractors
What We Stand For
The Standard Behind Every Frame
Three principles on every job — from estimate to inspection.
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Integrity
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Our Word
The Crew
Meet the people on your job
Experienced, skilled, and committed to doing it right.
Fernando Gradilla
Owner
Francisco Gradilla
Supervisor
Maria Zavalza
Accounting
Juan Carlos Marin
Estimator
Ramon Baltazar
Estimator
Edith Pelayo
HR & Payroll Coordinator
Our Services
Framing Contractor & Construction Specialists
Residential, new construction, and custom home framing are our core — plus custom and luxury home building across the Bay Area, Central Valley, and Southern California. Need kitchen or room re-framing? We handle the structural work.
Framing Contractor
Elite Builders is a licensed framing contractor. Residential framing, new construction framing, and custom home framing are what we do every day — square, plumb, and inspection-ready.
Home Builder
Elite Builders is a licensed California home builder delivering custom home building, luxury home building, new home construction, and home additions with framing-first structural precision.
Not sure?
Not Sure What You Need?
Tell us about your project and we'll point you in the right direction — even if that means we're not the right fit.
Who We Serve
Two Ways We Build
From a single family's custom home to a production builder's multi-plan community, Elite Builders brings the same framing-first precision to every project.
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For Homeowners
Custom homes, luxury homes, additions, and residential framing — structural work with honest estimates and clear communication from start to finish.
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For Builders & General Contractors
A dependable rough-carpentry subcontractor with the manpower and resources to deliver multi-plan production communities and multi-family projects on schedule.
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Elite Builders IX: Framing Built On Craftsmanship, Not Shortcuts
Family-owned framing-first specialists since 2012 — known for integrity, straight answers, and experienced crews who treat every structure like their own across the Bay Area, Central Valley, and Southern California.
“Integrity means doing the right thing even when you didn't have to — because it's the right thing to do.”
From the first blueprint review to the final walkthrough, our crews bring decades of framing experience to every job — residential, commercial, and everything in between.
We coordinate permits, keep your timeline on track, and build structures that pass inspection the first time. That's how we've earned trust across the Bay Area, Central Valley, and Northern California.
Our Story
Licensed California Contractor — CSLB #970551
Why Choose Us
Framing-first specialists you can trust
Framing-first specialists — structure is our core, not a side service.
Framing-First Expertise
Rough framing is our core — not a line item on a generalist's truck. Walls, roofs, trusses, and structural hardware from specialists who do this every day.
Built On Integrity
Honest scope and pricing — we'll tell you if we're not the right fit.
Experienced Team
Square walls, clean lines, inspection-ready work.
Licensed & Insured
CSLB #970551. Full coverage on every job site.
Quality Craftsmanship
Every cut and connection done to spec.
Reliable Scheduling
We show up when we say we will.
Bay Area & Northern California
Crews across the Bay Area, Central Valley, and SoCal.
Recent Work
Framing Projects Across Northern California
A look at recent framing projects across the Bay Area and Northern California.
6060 Minarets Rd
Northern California
Custom-home framing package built to architectural and structural specifications.
Built for Durkin Inc
Highland Ridge Condominiums
Northern California
Structural framing for a multi-story condominium development delivered on schedule.
Built for City Ventures
Custom Homes
Northern California
Precision framing for a series of architect-designed custom homes.
Built for Thomas James Homes
Our Reviews
What Our Customers Say
Headquartered in Modesto, CACrews across Northern & Southern California
Where We Work
Proudly Serving the Bay Area, Central Valley & Southern California
- San Jose, CAFraming contractor services for San Jose new builds, additions, and remodels.
- Livermore, CAResidential and commercial framing throughout Livermore and the Tri-Valley.
- Fremont, CAStructural framing and remodeling across Fremont and the East Bay.
- Stockton, CAResidential and commercial framing throughout Stockton and San Joaquin County.
- Tracy, CAQuality framing and outdoor living projects for Tracy homeowners.
- Pasadena, CARough framing and structural framing for Pasadena and the greater Southern California region.
FAQ
Framing Contractor FAQ
Straight answers about our services, service areas, and what makes Elite Builders different.
What areas does Elite Builders serve?
We serve the Bay Area — including San Jose, Livermore, Fremont, Pleasanton, Dublin, Walnut Creek, San Ramon, and San Bruno — the Central Valley (Stockton, Manteca, Tracy, Turlock, Ceres, Oakdale, Riverbank, and Mountain House), Southern California (Pasadena and surrounding communities), and the Eastern Sierra (Mammoth Lakes).
What makes Elite Builders different from other framing contractors?
We're framing-first specialists — not a general handyman throwing up walls. We communicate clearly, price honestly, and focus on power, precision, and passion on every job. We don't compete on gimmicks or being the cheapest; we compete on doing the work right.
What does integrity mean at Elite Builders?
Integrity means doing the right thing even when you didn't have to. If we see a structural issue, we fix it — we don't cover it up. If we're not the right fit for your project, we'll tell you. That's how we've earned trust across Northern California since 2012.
Are you licensed and insured in California?
Yes. Elite Builders IX is a fully licensed California contractor and carries complete liability insurance and workers' compensation coverage on every job.
Do you handle residential and commercial framing?
Both. We frame custom homes, additions, and remodels as well as commercial buildings and multi-family projects throughout the Bay Area, Central Valley, and Southern California.
How much does house framing cost in Northern California?
Framing costs depend on the size, complexity, and materials of your project. Most residential framing is priced per square foot. Contact us for a free, no-obligation estimate tailored to your plans — no pressure, no games.
How long does residential framing take in the Central Valley?
A typical single-family home frame takes 2–6 weeks depending on size and weather. We'll give you a clear timeline up front and keep you updated throughout the build.
Why hire a framing contractor instead of a general handyman?
The frame is the skeleton of your entire build. A framing specialist brings structural knowledge, code compliance, and inspection-ready craftsmanship that protects everything built on top of it. That's our core focus — not side work.
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Ready to Start Your Project?
Tell us about your project and we'll respond within one business day — no pressure, no obligation.
- Response within one business day
- Honest scope and pricing
- Licensed & insured — CSLB #970551