History
We started our company because we love building. We had worked for a general contractor but were not very excited with conventional building. There was too much waste, the houses were inefficient from the start, full of toxic materials, and they weren't built to last. We wanted to start a company where we could be proud of our work. In March of 2008, we started Santa Cruz Green Builders and have been building homes and workspaces that are better for the planet, and occupants, ever since.
Specialties
We are a design/build company that specializes in residential new construction and large remodels. We do many of the trades in-house so we have more control over quality and scheduling. In addition to concrete, framing, plumbing, electrical, windows and doors, siding, and finish carpentry, we also have experience with straw bale, earth plaster, living roofs, SIP's(structurally insulated panels) and rain water catchment systems. Our mission is to contribute to a sustainable community by designing and building healthy, energy efficient, environmentally conscious, long-lasting homes and workplaces.