A premier residential builder specializing in architect-designed custom homes and renovations.
At R.J. General Builders, Inc., we build custom homes and undertake high-end renovations throughout Marin County. We collaborate with homeowners, architects, and designers to execute ambitious plans with precision, clear communication, and respect for the design. Drawing on more than 30 years of remodeling experience, we bring skilled construction and personal attention to every project, whether building a new home or transforming an existing one.
Custom Home Building & Renovation in Marin & Sonoma Counties
Home Remodeling Services Marin County, CA
Excellence in Custom Home Remodeling for Over Three Decades
Your home should reflect the way you live and the design you envision. Based in Marin County, R.J. General Builders works with homeowners, architects, and designers on custom homes and renovations throughout Marin and Sonoma counties. From new construction to the transformation of an existing home, our services include:
Additions (ADUs & JADUs)
A custom ADU makes room for what comes next: a place for family to stay close, a private guesthouse, or a rental property. We partner with homeowners, architects, and designers to build each one with the same level of care as a custom home. From fitting the structure into the property to completing the interior, we focus on making the most of the design and the space it creates.
Foundations and Retaining Walls
Whether a home sits on a hillside or a level lot, a sound foundation takes careful planning and experienced execution. We build foundations and retaining walls to engineered plans, coordinating excavation, drainage, reinforcement, and concrete work to meet each site’s demands. This work provides dependable support for the home and surrounding landscape.
Renovations
We undertake whole-home renovations that transform interiors and exteriors while respecting what makes a property distinctive. Working alongside architects and homeowners, we carry complex plans through construction, from structural changes and new layouts to the exterior details that give a home its character.
Home Hardening Services
We help protect homes from wildfire by strengthening the areas most vulnerable to heat and embers. Our home hardening services include upgrading vents, siding, soffits, and other exterior components while preserving the look of your home.
Custom Kitchens & Bathrooms
We build custom kitchens and bathrooms that are as beautiful as they are functional. Architects and designers trust us to execute their plans with precision, coordinate the trades, and resolve field conditions without losing sight of the design.
Custom Homes
A custom home begins with a vision shaped by you and your architect. From early planning through construction, we work closely with your architect to honor the intent behind every drawing and bring the design to life through carefully chosen materials, skilled craftsmanship, and precise attention to detail.
Bringing Your Vision to Life with Tailored Design Solutions
We believe in the power of personalized design, and at RJ General Builders, we collaborate closely with you to ensure that every detail of your house remodeling reflects your vision. Some of our design specialties include:
With RJ General Builders, you can trust that every design is custom-tailored to suit your lifestyle, preferences, and the unique character of your property in San Rafael.
Why Choose RJ General Builders?
Your Custom Home Remodeling Contractor
Choosing the right contractor for your custom remodeling project is essential to get the results you want. Here’s why homeowners in Marin and Sonoma Counties trust RJ General Builders:
Expert Custom Building & Remodeling, Seamlessly Managed and Beautifully Built
At RJ General Builders, we do our best to ensure that your custom home remodeling project is smooth and stress-free from start to finish. Our proven process is designed to deliver the best home renovation services in Marin and Sonoma Counties
Initial Consultation
We start by understanding your vision. We review your plans with you and your architect, offering practical suggestions on materials and construction methods that support the design and bring your vision to life.
PSA – a Creative Collaboration
Our Preconstruction Services Agreement gives your project a clear path before construction begins. We work closely with you and your design team to review the plans, develop a detailed scope of work, and evaluate materials, construction methods, and costs. This early collaboration helps align the design with your priorities and budget, so you can make informed decisions before work starts.
Planning & Permitting
Our permit expediting services help move your project from application to permit issuance. We can prepare and submit the required applications, communicate with local building departments, and track the review process. When questions or corrections arise, we work closely with your architect to coordinate responses and keep the application moving forward. Once the application is approved and all requirements are met, we follow through with the building department until the permit is issued.
Final Touches
As construction nears completion, we invite you to walk through your home with us, experience the finished spaces, and see the details that bring your plans to life. We note any final items that need attention, coordinate their completion, and show you how to operate and care for key features. Then comes the best part: settling in and enjoying the custom home you envisioned!
Project Portfolio
With over 30 years of experience, we excel in residential and commercial remodeling, including ADUs, kitchens, bathrooms, and custom decks.
Testimonials
These stories highlight our top notch craftsmanship and customer satisfaction.
I’m a realtor and one of the agents on my team recommended Raully, we got a bid from him and a few other contractors to remodel a bathroom for one of my clients. He was the most reasonable so we went with him, I have had bad experiences with contractors who will give a low bid in order to get the job and then as things pop up the cost of the project will get higher and higher. Raully did not do that. He quickly filed permits for the job in tiburon, where permits can be tricky, his team put us on their scheduled quickly (hard to find contractors who would do this during Covid-where contractors were seemingly overwhelmed). His team was professional and timely, they did an amazing job on a luxury house and created the modern, classy bathroom my client was hoping for. He has designers that he works with (although we did not use them except to draw the plans). He was responsive by phone and email whenever I needed him. His team is professional, communicative, and detail oriented. Everything you’d want in a contractor. Cannot recommend him enough and will continue to do so with my clients.
Ana
Marin County
I strongly recommend Raully Jones as a skilled and reliable professional. I needed to hire a contractor on short notice in June to repair the water-damaged siding to my condo before the homeowner’s association painted the entire complex. Raully Jones came personally to look at my unit, assess the damage and provide an estimate. His team completed the siding repair quickly and efficiently in four days. When it turned out one wall still needed to be primed for the painters, he sent the crew back immediately. The bill was only slightly over the estimate and the extra cost was understandable. A plumber making repairs at the same time to a pipe under the kitchen had made some extra cuts in the wall requiring new siding.
What I super appreciated was Raully’s patience with all my questions, his careful explanations and his quick response time. My siding repair wasn’t a big project for his firm, given the size and complexity of the renovations he usually handles, but Raully discussed the project on the phone at length with me. As I was outside the country, I felt a bit anxious about everything that could go wrong. He assured me he would be there on the first day, and that a foreman would supervise the work, and he would signal right away if they discovered anything unusual that would require extra work. I felt like he was invested in making sure the job would be done right and as efficiently as possible. Construction work is stressful. Contractors that do the job properly, on time and at the estimated cost deserve five stars. Raully did that and more. I’d give him a sixth star for being exceptionally considerate and overall, a pleasure to work with.
Gail
Marin County
I’ve used Raully Jones Construction for various projects, from stucco and paint to full builds. His crew are skilled craftsmen, thorough in cleanup, and great to work with. Raully handles everything with precision, including carpentry, remodels, and new builds. I highly recommend this company without reservation.
Tina
Marin County
Studio Graf
Marin County
Houzz
Marin County
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If you’re ready to elevate your home with high-end renovations, RJ General Builders is here to help. Contact us today for a free consultation, and let’s start bringing your dream home to life.
