Business Details
37 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Custom Home Construction & Remodeling
Faubel Construction has been building, renovating, and restoring exceptional homes since 1989. Our roots in Mill Valley have grown into a reputation as a premier Bay Area contractor serving Marin, Sonoma, San Francisco, and the Peninsula. We combine traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology while maintaining strict adherence to environmental standards, ensuring flawless results and efficient processes. Our self-performing model leverages the talents of our own skilled employees rather than outsourcing, allowing us to maintain quality control across every project. We collaborate closely with architects and clients to realize their visions, creating inspiring homes that reflect individual tastes and lifestyles.With decades of collective experience, our team of builders approaches each project with passion and dedication to quality. Our founder Ed Faubel oversees every stage of operations, bringing hands-on expertise developed through 30+ years in the industry. Client testimonials consistently highlight our professionalism, transparent communication, and ability to handle unexpected challenges with fairness. Our commitment to excellence has earned us strong community relationships and timely support from local authorities when needed. This combination of technical expertise, ethical practices, and client-focused service continues to define our approach to residential construction.
Services
Custom Home Construction
Historical Renovations
Modern Remodeling
Craftsman Style Homes
Bay Area Projects
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We maintain direct control over quality through our self-performing construction model
- Our team includes foremen with 25+ years of building experience
- We facilitate seamless collaboration with architects and city officials
- We combine traditional craftsmanship with modern construction technology
- Our environmental standards exceed industry requirements
What people say
Exceeded expectations
Professional and skilled team
Handled challenges with fairness
Timely community support
Quality construction at fair price
Services
Custom Home Construction
We create bespoke residential spaces tailored to individual client needs. Our process combines architectural vision with technical expertise to deliver high-quality custom homes. Each project benefits from our 30+ years of experience and direct oversight from our founder.
Historical Renovations
Specializing in preserving architectural heritage while modernizing functionality. Our team maintains historical integrity while implementing contemporary improvements. This expertise is demonstrated through successful projects like the Atherton Estate renovation.
Modern Remodeling
We transform existing spaces with contemporary design solutions while maintaining structural integrity. Our approach balances aesthetic improvements with practical functionality. Projects include complete home renovations and targeted modernization efforts.
Craftsman Style Homes
Specialized construction of Craftsman-style residences emphasizing quality craftsmanship and traditional techniques. Our expertise in this architectural style is evident in projects like the Contemporary Craftsman Hillside Retreat.
Bay Area Projects
Serving Marin, Sonoma, San Francisco, and Peninsula areas with localized expertise. Our deep understanding of regional building codes and environmental requirements ensures smooth project execution. This geographic focus supports our commitment to community relationships.
People
Ed Faubel
Founder & Owner
Ed Faubel founded the company in 1989 after working as an apprentice and partnering with a Master Builder. He maintains hands-on involvement in every project while being an active Mill Valley community member for 25+ years.
Questions
What types of construction projects do you specialize in?
We specialize in custom home construction and remodeling projects throughout the Bay Area, with particular expertise in historical renovations and Craftsman-style homes.
Are you licensed and insured for California projects?
Yes, we hold California Contractor License #781646 and maintain full insurance coverage for all our construction projects.
How do you handle unexpected construction challenges?
We address unexpected issues with transparent communication and fair solutions, as demonstrated in our successful completion of complex renovation projects.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Marin, Sonoma, San Francisco, and Peninsula areas while maintaining deep community connections in Mill Valley.
What makes your construction approach unique?
Our self-performing model ensures direct quality control, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern technology and environmental standards.
How do you ensure project timelines and budgets?
We maintain strict project management through dedicated on-site managers and regular communication with all stakeholders from project inception.
Reviews (2)
Carol F.
Jun 20, 2020
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I used to love this company. Really good interactions with them. But recently I have had a bad experience with their employee, Ian. How someone can be as cold-hearted as he was, during this "covid 19" situation where elderly family members are isolated for months on end, and everything else is hindered.--Including travel, schooling, business openings...everything. I don't understand his behavior. But that is ok, I'll never understand cruelty.
Orla A.
Jul 10, 2019
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Faubel built a house in Belvedere for my client last year. They have been extraordinary in their professionalism, organization, craftsmanship and just a delight to deal with from start to finish. They accommodated changes on site with grace and speed and were on schedule. Their follow up with some very minor items since completion has been fantastic, and immediate. I highly recommend them. The team from the office, Robin, Carole, Ian to the job site superintendent, Jeff have been so helpful throughout this complicated project, they are a really impressive and cohesive outfit with great leadership
