It started on a rugby field
Our partnership started on a rugby field, where we learned the value of skill, hard work and collaboration.
When we met, Eric was an engineer in the high tech automation industry and Craig had recently completed a demanding four-year building apprenticeship program in New Zealand, his native country, where construction standards are high and workers are known for their obsessive dedication to excellence.
We saw an opportunity to use our unique skill sets to form a partnership off the field and create a new type of construction company that makes remodeling less stressful and more transparent.
For more than two decades, we have provided high-quality kitchen remodels, bath renovations, and additions to Santa Cruz County homeowners. We’re selective about the projects we take on and we always deliver high-quality work backed by our Elite guarantee.
Eric Lamascus, CEO Craig Yates, Chief Operations Officer
Meet the Elite Team
We take care of every detail so you don’t have to.
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Alison
DESIGNER
BA Interior Design, UC Davis, ASID
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Kate
PROJECT MANAGER
ADU DESIGNER
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Loren
LEAD CARPENTER
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Lori
DESIGNER
BA Interior Design, Arizona State
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Mick
LEAD CARPENTER
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Mike
LEAD CARPENTER
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Scott
PROJECT MANAGER
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Stephanie
DESIGNER
BS, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo
Allied ASID
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Tom
LEAD CARPENTER
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Will
PROJECT MANAGER
We’re proof that you can love your contractor
“Elite Constructions recently completed a full kitchen and primary bathroom remodel. From start to finish, they were a dream to work with. We have been very happy with their entire team, they were all professional, pleasant, and talented. We plan to use them again on another bathroom remodel. A big bonus for us was the care they showed our multiple animals. It helped make the whole experience easier to live with. We highly recommend their services!”
— Mark, Santa Cruz, CA
“The Elite crew is amazing! Our bathroom was challenging, with lots of problems stemming from the original construction. Scott, Craig, Eric, and their subcontractors patiently explained each issue and the best solution to ensure the final project would last and look fantastic. Lori and Will were a dream to work with. For a hyper-organized person like myself, Elite was a dream to work with. Our next big project is the kitchen, and I will definitely use Elite.”
— Sarah, Ben Lomond, CA
“Elite Construction Services did a magnificent job on our total kitchen renovation. From top to bottom, every single Elite staff member exceeded our expectations.
Is a bathroom renovation possible in the near future? Maybe, and if we do decide to move forward, it'll be with Elite Construction Services -- no need to engage with any other contractors.”
-Steven, Aptos, CA
What do you get when you combine a Kiwi craftsman with a former engineer from Oklahoma?
Home remodels that are well-crafted, well-engineered, and almost, well ... fun.
We're thrilled to be recognized for our work
