General Contractor in Glendale, CA
Craftsman bungalows, hillside homes and historic districts. Glendale asks more of a contractor — and we plan for it.
CSLB #1155602 · Licensed, bonded & insured · BBB Accredited (A-) · 5.0 on Google (22 reviews)
Remodeling in Glendale, done the way Glendale homes require
American Reliable Construction & Remodeling designs, permits and builds kitchen and bathroom remodels, ADUs, room additions, roofing and whole-home renovations for homeowners across Glendale — from Adams Hill and Rossmoyne to Montrose, Verdugo Woodlands and the canyons above the 2 Freeway.
Glendale is not the City of Los Angeles. It runs its own Building & Safety Division, has its own hillside regulations, and protects a number of designated historic districts. Those differences matter: a remodel that would sail through elsewhere can stall in Glendale if the submittal is not prepared for the city’s specific reviews. We prepare for them from the first visit.
Our office is in Sherman Oaks, about twenty minutes down the 134. Site visits, consultations and inspections are scheduled around your calendar, not ours.
Typical projects and what they involve
- Craftsman and Spanish Colonial Revival homes where the goal is a modern kitchen or bath without erasing original character.
- Hillside homes in Adams Hill, Glenoaks Canyon and Chevy Chase Canyon with view-driven additions that need engineering and drainage planning.
- Mid-century tract homes in the north end with garages and rear yards suited to ADUs.
- Tile and composition roofs on 1920s–1960s homes reaching the end of their service life.
- Whole-home renovations for multi-generational households who want privacy without splitting up.
City of Glendale Community Development Department — Building & Safety Division (Permit Services Center, 633 E. Broadway)
- Glendale issues its own permits; plan-check timelines and inspection scheduling differ from LADBS.
- Many Glendale properties are on hillside lots and are subject to the city’s hillside and ridgeline development standards.
- Homes in Glendale’s designated historic districts (for example Rossmoyne, Royal Boulevard and Brockmont Park) may require design review for exterior changes and additions.
- Glendale supports ADUs under state law and has published pre-approved ADU plans that can simplify plan check. Requirements change; we confirm them with the city for every project.
Permits and inspections are handled under our license, CSLB #1155602. Building rules change; we confirm current requirements with the city for every project.
Roofing in Glendale
Sun, dry seasons and first-rain leaks are hard on Glendale roofs. We inspect, photograph and report in writing before recommending anything, then handle roof repair or a full roof replacement under permit. See our roofing services in Glendale →
Construction & remodeling services in Glendale
- Kitchen RemodelingLayout, cabinetry, stone and lighting rebuilt around how your Glendale household cooks and gathers.
- Bathroom RemodelingWaterproofing done right, then tile, vanities and fixtures that stay timeless.
- ADU ConstructionDetached and attached accessory dwelling units from feasibility and plans through final sign-off.
- Garage ConversionPermitted garage-to-living-space and garage-to-ADU conversions.
- Room AdditionsPrimary suites, family rooms and second-story additions matched to the existing house.
- Roofingin GlendaleRoof replacement and repair — tile, shingle, flat and metal — built to pass inspection.
- Whole-Home RenovationStructure, systems and finishes handled by one accountable team.
Planning a project in Glendale?
Tell us what you have in mind. We'll walk the property, talk through permits and options, and put a written estimate in your hands — free, no obligation.
Neighborhoods we serve in and around Glendale
- Adams Hill
- Rossmoyne
- Verdugo Woodlands
- Montrose
- Sparr Heights
- Glenoaks Canyon
- Chevy Chase Canyon
- Kenneth Village
- Downtown / Brand Blvd
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Our office: 15260 Ventura Blvd #1200, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403. About the company →
Yes. Glendale has its own Building & Safety Division with its own submittal requirements, plan-check queue and inspectors. Hillside and historic-district reviews can add steps. We prepare drawings with those reviews in mind so the project does not stall in plan check.
Request Your Free Glendale Estimate
Tell us about your Glendale project. We'll schedule an in-home visit, answer the permit questions, and put a detailed written estimate in your hands — no obligation.
- Call toll-free(877) 702-6180
- Emailinfo@americanreliablela.com
- Office15260 Ventura Blvd #1200, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
- Hours (Pacific)Sunday – Thursday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PMFriday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PMSaturday: Closed
- CredentialsCSLB #1155602 · Licensed, bonded & insured · BBB Accredited (A-)5.0 on Google · 22 reviews
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