Updated: Jun 19, 2026
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16891 PLATINUM PL, Lakeside, CA, 92040
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Better Life Construction
Serving Lakeside, CA and the surrounding region, Better Life Construction brings over three decades of experience to residential building projects. Founded in 1987, the company specializes in home improvement and remodeling services tailored to local homeowners. Project types have included interior renovations, kitchen and bath upgrades, and general home repairs. Better Life Construction works directly with property owners to assess each project scope and deliver results suited to the specific needs of the residence. With 37 years of experience in the construction industry, the team is skilled in managing everything from small upgrades to comprehensive remodels. Better Life Construction’s portfolio demonstrates expertise in residential construction methods and adherence to building codes in the Lakeside area.
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Phone Number: (925) 521-0067
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Address: 16891 PLATINUM PL, Lakeside, CA 92040
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Better Life Construction Lakeside
Quality
101
88th percentile
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Activity
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1 project
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2025 |
Our building permit records indicate that Better Life Construction has worked on at least
1.0 project over the past year.
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Pricing
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1 project
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$20k-$50k |
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Building Permits by Better Life Construction
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Residential interior remodel. enlargement of the existing
Valuation:
$25,000
Permit #:
BLDG25-1161
Status:
filed
Fee:
$727
Permit Type:
Structural <499
Building Type:
N/A
Rancho penasquitos combination permit for remodel of an existing 2-story single family residence. work is at 1st floor and includes remove wall at kitchen/dining and remodel to kitchen/nook. rs-1-14 brush mgmt esl geohaz 53
Valuation:
$18,060
Permit #:
2310413
Status:
issued
Fee:
$1,184
Permit Type:
Add/alt 1 or 2 fa...
Building Type:
N/A
Residential alteration or addition - plan check-permit
2022-08-21
Cross street: sr-67 description of work: 3000 sqft reroof for existing single family dwelling if a re-roof project is proposed the following specifications apply. existing roofing material: metal roof proposed roofing material: metal roof manufacturer: asc building products brand and model: skyline color (if cool roof required): na built-up roofing assembly system number per attached ... see more
Valuation:
$17,790
Permit #:
PDS2019-RESALT-008784
Status:
complete
Fee:
$3
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Residential alteration or addition - plan check-permit
2007-11-28
Cross street: melrose ln. description of work: single family dwelling fire repair -- total roof restructure @ 1440 s.f. with convential framing (sfd only -- garage not affected). also new roof material w comparable shingles @ 1882 s.f. also interior remodel consisting of: 65 l.f. interior partitions re-wire single family dwelling remove two existing windows and close openings remove a... see more
Valuation:
$30,088
Permit #:
PDS2007-1005-20071460
Status:
complete
Fee:
$656
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Construction change to pts 368598 approval 1288751. changes to electrical on sheets e-1 and e-3. clouded delta 1. changes to sheet e-1 e-3
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
1330406
Status:
issued
Fee:
$133
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Deferred fire sprinklers for pts 368598 and approval 1288751; no plan permit per affidavit for vcscsd
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
1333405
Status:
complete
Fee:
$59
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Mira mesa; building electrical and plumbing permits for a tenant improvement to an (e) vacant space in a shopping center. work to include adding two restrooms demising wall and some drywall work for display cases. zone: cc-3-5 geo haz 51/53
Valuation:
$33,330
Permit #:
1288751
Status:
complete
Fee:
$3,541
Permit Type:
Add/alt tenant im...
Building Type:
N/A
Mira mesa; building electrical and plumbing permits for a tenant improvement to an (e) vacant space in a shopping center. work to include adding two restrooms demising wall and some drywall work for display cases. zone: cc-3-5 geo haz 51/53
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
1288762
Status:
complete
Fee:
$3,541
Permit Type:
Add/alt tenant im...
Building Type:
N/A
Mira mesa; building electrical and plumbing permits for a tenant improvement to an (e) vacant space in a shopping center. work to include adding two restrooms demising wall and some drywall work for display cases. zone: cc-3-5 geo haz 51/53
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
1288754
Status:
complete
Fee:
$3,541
Permit Type:
Add/alt tenant im...
Building Type:
N/A
Mira mesa; building electrical and plumbing permits for a tenant improvement to an (e) vacant space in a shopping center. work to include adding two restrooms demising wall and some drywall work for display cases. zone: cc-3-5 geo haz 51/53
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
1288761
Status:
complete
Fee:
$3,541
Permit Type:
Add/alt tenant im...
Building Type:
N/A
Residential alteration or addition - plan check-permit
2007-11-28
Cross street: melrose ln description of work: re- set single family dwelling svc and upgrade to 200 amps (svc was pulled by fpd following residence fire)
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
PDS2007-1007-20071062
Status:
complete
Fee:
$201
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Deferred fire sprinkler for project 477842; approval 1673492; h2o sushi & izakaya; no plan permit per affidavit - (0) devices
Valuation:
$0
Permit #:
1755049
Status:
Issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Carmel valley - combo permit for 47 linear ft. retaining walls per ib #222. zone cvpd -sf -1
Valuation:
$702
Permit #:
691857
Status:
complete
Fee:
$121
Permit Type:
Acc struct to 1 o...
Building Type:
N/A
Deferred fire alarm for project 477842; approval 1673492; h2o sushi & izakaya; no plan permit per affidavit - (0) devices
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
1755058
Status:
complete
Fee:
$59
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Nursing & other medical staffing & job placement (1 employee)
Valuation:
$0
Permit #:
BUS2003-04391
Status:
Active
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
No Description Available
Valuation:
$5,920
Permit #:
0410-227
Status:
expired
Fee:
$288
Permit Type:
Tenant improvement
Building Type:
N/A
No Description Available
Valuation:
$0
Permit #:
BUS1998-012787
Status:
Finaled
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Permit value$2.5k repair dry-rot at deck
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
RB9603324
Status:
FINAL
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Bathroom addition to single family dwelling
Valuation:
$7,000
Permit #:
RB9501069
Status:
Final
Fee:
$285
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Fan for bathroom addition
Valuation:
$0
Permit #:
RM9500412
Status:
Final
Fee:
$82
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
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Verified License
| License # | 927358 |
| Status | Active |
| City | Oceanside |
| Type | Contractor |
| Business Type | Sole Ownership |
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Verified License
| License # | 927358 |
| Status | Active |
| State | California |
| Type | General Building |
| Business Type | Sole Ownership |
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Inactive License
| License # | 623643 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | California |
| Type | General Building |
| Business Type | Sole Ownership |
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Inactive License
| License # | 885264 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | California |
| Type | General Building |
| Business Type | Sole Ownership |
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BuildZoom Score
Bonded
| Bonded Agent | Western National Mutual Insurance Company |
| Bond Value | $15,000 |
Insured
| Workers Comp Provider | Clear Spring Property & Casualty Company |
15
Permits
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Better Life Construction Employees
DK
David Jonathan Kulp
Sole Owner
JM
Joel Erasmo Medina
Sole Owner
NK
Nikki Louise Kulp
Officer
ZH
Zaharia Herscu
Sole Owner
ZH
Zaharia Herscu
Sole Owner