Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Custom Home Building & Construction Services
Forest Construction is a family-owned construction firm with over 70 years of experience delivering high-quality residential and commercial projects across Southern California. Founded in 1949, we specialize in custom home building, home additions, large-scale remodeling, church construction, and commercial tenant improvements. Our commitment to personalized service, cutting-edge technology, and adherence to the highest craftsmanship standards has earned us a reputation as a trusted leader in the industry. With three generations of leadership, we maintain design control while offering expert recommendations on materials and innovations tailored to client needs.Our team of certified designers, project managers, and skilled craftsmen ensures seamless execution from planning to completion, backed by warranties on materials and workmanship. Recognized by Remodeling Magazine and Qualified Remodeler as top industry leaders, we prioritize client satisfaction through transparent communication, ethical practices, and a focus on building lasting relationships within the communities we serve.
Services
Custom Home Builders
Home Additions
Home Remodeling
Church Builders
Commercial Contractors
Tenant Improvements
Fire Rebuild
Kitchen Remodeling
Bathroom Remodeling
Disaster Reconstruction
Details
- Year established: 1949
Highlights and features
- Family-owned with 3 generations of construction expertise
- Completed 8,000+ residential and commercial projects since 1949
- Certified designers and skilled craftsmen ensure precision and quality
- Personalized service with full design control for clients
- Warranties on materials and workmanship for all projects
What people say
Highly satisfied
Courteous and helpful
Pleased with the whole remodel
Knowledgeable and reliable
Quality workmanship
Services
Custom Home Builders
Forest Construction specializes in luxury custom home building, combining high-quality materials with precise craftsmanship. Our process includes design analysis, cost breakdowns, and schedule adherence to ensure client vision alignment. With 70+ years of experience and 8,000+ projects, we deliver tailored solutions that reflect clients' lifestyles while maintaining industry-leading standards for efficiency and artistry in Southern California.
Home Additions
We design and construct seamless home additions, focusing on functional design and structural integrity. Our expertise includes space planning, material selection, and execution of complex projects. With a showroom for material choices and 40+ years of experience, we ensure additions enhance livability while maintaining aesthetic harmony with existing structures, serving Ventura and Los Angeles Counties.
Commercial Contractors
As a full-service commercial contractor, we handle tenant improvements, new constructions, and institutional projects. Our services include design-build solutions, permit coordination, and project management. With experience in diverse sectors like retail, education, and religious facilities, we prioritize timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality craftsmanship for businesses in Southern California.
Fire Rebuild
Forest Construction provides comprehensive fire rebuild services, from damage assessment to final restoration. We incorporate fire-resistant materials and defensible space design while navigating insurance claims and local regulations. Our team ensures code compliance and personalized solutions for homeowners in wildfire-prone areas of Southern California, emphasizing compassion and quality.
Kitchen Remodeling
Through our sister company Showcase Kitchens and Baths, we offer full-service remodeling with showroom access to thousands of design samples. Our process includes layout optimization, material selection, and skilled installation. With 40+ years of experience, we deliver functional, aesthetically pleasing upgrades while minimizing disruption to homeowners in Ventura and Los Angeles Counties.
People
Ernesto Sepulveda
President
Ernesto leads Forest Construction with 19 years of hands-on experience, mentoring in all construction facets. He drives technological growth and strategic design, holding a BA in Business and a reputation for client-focused innovation.
Jim Rice
Founder
Jim co-founded Forest Construction in 1976, transforming it into a top-50 U.S. remodeling firm. He established Showcase Kitchens and Baths in 1987, expanding service offerings before passing leadership to Ernesto in 2016.
Questions
What areas does Forest Construction serve?
We serve all of Ventura and Los Angeles Counties, including cities like Malibu, Santa Barbara, Beverly Hills, and Thousand Oaks.
How many projects has Forest Construction completed?
We have completed over 8,000 residential and commercial construction projects since our founding in 1949.
What types of construction services do you offer?
We specialize in custom home building, home additions, remodeling, church construction, commercial tenant improvements, and fire rebuilds.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes, we hold California Contractor License #398317 and maintain full insurance coverage for all projects.
How does Forest Construction handle project timelines?
We provide detailed work completion schedules during planning and adhere strictly to deadlines using efficient project management systems.
Do you offer design assistance?
Yes, our in-house design team provides full-service consultation, including cost breakdowns and material recommendations tailored to your needs.
