Build It Right

Build Bold.
Santa
Monica Built.

GCLA has served Santa Monica for almost three decades. We craft offices, restaurants, remodels and public works that finish on time and on budget.

✓ Licensed California General Contractor ✓ Free Estimates ✓ On-Time Delivery
900+ Projects Completed
4.9 Google Rating
30+ Years in Business
100% Licensed Builds

Expert General contractor
Services in Santa Monica

From ground-up offices to chef-driven kitchens, GCLA handles every trade in Santa Monica.

Modern open office built by GCLA in Santa Monica
Office Construction

We build open-plan tech suites, law firm build-outs and medical offices with ADA compliance, low-voice data drops and energy-smart HVAC zoning. Our crews handle framing, fire-stopping and acoustic ceilings to keep your team productive day one.

Chef kitchen completed by GCLA contractors
Restaurants Construction

GCLA has delivered ramen bars, fine-dining kitchens and fast-casual counters across LA. We install grease interceptors, Type I hoods, epoxy floors and LED lighting that meets health-department specs and keeps lines moving.

Electrician installing panel in Santa Monica commercial space
Commercial Electric Contractor

From 480V panels to smart lighting controls, our licensed electricians wire offices, retail and mixed-use buildings. We pull permits fast, label every circuit and deliver arc-flash studies so your facility manager stays ahead of code.

Santa Monica public library construction by GCLA
Public Works

City libraries, fire stations and park restrooms, built to CalGreen and ADA standards. We self-perform concrete, steel and MEP to hit prevailing-wage schedules without change orders.

Remodeled open-concept living space in Santa Monica home
Home Remodeling

Whole-home rehabs to selective kitchen updates. We open load-bearing walls, install wide-plank flooring and integrate whole-house audio, finishing with zero punch-list surprises.

Second-story addition on Santa Monica residence by GCLA
Room Additions

Pop-top second stories, rear ADUs and front porch enclosures engineered for coastal wind loads. We handle soils reports, Title 24 energy calcs and city approvals so you gain square footage without setbacks.

Our Simple
4-Step Process

01
Site Consultation

We meet on site, laser-measure every inch and capture your vision on the spot. Leave with a ballpark budget and timeline.

02
Detailed Quote

Receive a line-item proposal with material allowances, permit fees and start date locked in writing.

03
Build & Report

Daily photo updates, weekly walkthroughs and a shared calendar keep you in control from demo to punch list.

04
Final Walkthrough

We hand over warranties, maintenance guides and a spotless site ready for move-in.

What Our Clients
Say About Us

"Great general contractor with a reliable and skilled team. They completed the project on time and maintained high-quality standards. Communication was clear, and they handled everything professionally. Fair pricing and excellent workmanship. Very satisfied overall."

Alex R.
Office Build-Out - Mid-City, California

"Fantastic general contractor! The team was reliable, efficient, and delivered top-quality work. They kept me updated throughout the project and finished on time. Attention to detail was excellent. I’m very happy with the outcome and would hire them again!"

Lisa M.
Restaurant Renovation - Venice, California

"Great experience overall. The contractor was professional, kept me updated, and delivered quality work. Everything was completed on time, and the attention to detail really stood out. I felt confident throughout the process and would hire them again."

David K.
Home Addition - Brentwood, California

Start Your Build Today

Call (310) 907-7749 for a free estimate. We respond within one business day.

Mon-Sat, 8am-6pm
1515 7th St #294, Santa Monica, CA 90401