Updated: Apr 11, 2026
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Address
601 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA, 94102
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Gbu Construction Development
GBU Construction Development started as a residential remodeler located in San Francisco .
GBU Construction Development is a family owned business providing General Contractor Services for all over Bay Area . Our projects range from interior renovations such as Bathroom or Kitchen Remodels all the way to Building a Custom Home from the ground up.
Our mission is to restore the past of those homes throughout Northern California that are in the perfect location and have "good bones", we can make those old homes stand out again, this time with the taste of the new owner or live-in generation. In addition to transforming old properties into new custom homes, our team works alongside architects and designers to take a homeowners concept of their dream home and build it into existence.
From BuildZoom: Gbu Construction Development, 601 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA (Owned by: Yosi Asraf) holds a General Building license according to the California license board.
Their BuildZoom score of 66 does not rank in the top 50% of California contractors.
Their license was verified as active when we last checked. If you are thinking of hiring Gbu Construction Development, we recommend double-checking their license status with the license board and using our project planner to get competitive quotes.
Gbu Construction Development Services
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Custom Home Build
New Home Construction
Medium Multi-Family New Con...
Other Residential New Const...
Multi-Room Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Basement Remodel
Medium Multi-Family Remodel...
Other Residential Remodel
Office Renovation
Restaurant Renovation
Retail Renovation
Other Commercial Renovation
Roofing
Boiler/Water Heater
Fire Sprinkler Systems
Gas and Piping
Electrical Work
Solar Installation
Hardwood Flooring
Carpets
Laminate Flooring
Other Flooring
Siding
Stucco and Exterior Plastering
Other Exteriors
HVAC
Painting
Decks and Porches
Framing
Wood Fences
Backsplash and Countertops
Stonework
Tile Flooring
Gbu Construction Development Contact Information
Phone Number: (626) 427-5294
Address: 601 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94102
Gbu Construction Development San Francisco
Quality
66
1st percentile
Pro tip:
We generally recommend hiring a contractor with a score higher than 95.
Gbu Construction Development has a BuildZoom score of 66, which places them above 1% of all contractors in the United States.
Activity
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11 projects
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2025 |
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18 projects
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2024 |
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27 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Gbu Construction Development has worked on at least
56.0 projects over the past 3 years.
This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
Experience
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9 projects
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Home Additions |
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5 projects
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New Constructions |
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16 projects
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Kitchen remodels |
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7 projects
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Multi-room remodels |
Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that Gbu Construction Development mostly works on
kitchen remodel
and home addition
projects.
Pricing
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6 projects
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< $5k |
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6 projects
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$5k-$20k |
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12 projects
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$20k-$50k |
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10 projects
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$50k-$100k |
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5 projects
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$100k-$250k |
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1 project
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$500k-$1mil |
The typical size of their permits is approximately $30,060. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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For more details about their pricing, check out their recent activity to see how much they have charged for different types of work.
Gbu Construction Development Reviews
5 out of 5 stars, based on
3
reviews
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By Chad G.November 23, 2022
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By Andrew S.March 4, 2020Building second story addition$655,350
We have no hesitation to recommend and share our happy experience with GBU Construction Development to our friends who are thinking of building a new home.
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By Lisa A.March 4, 2020Garage conversion$250,000
My husband and I was looking for contractors to do our garage conversion ,
We interviewed few contractors ,
GBU and Yosi was really affordable and have done the job in the time they promised they will .
We had our electrical upgraded with new 2 bathrooms 2 bedrooms and backyard pavers .
Yosi make sure to explain all the potential extra that can be involved and we was ready for all .
Supervisions and time management was great ,
The design work was detailed enough to know the vision .
The job area they work was fairly clean for that size of job ,
We absolutely recommend GBU for others !
Building Permits by Gbu Construction Development
This is a sample of this contractor's permits. Click here to access their complete permit history.
Per ab1114:(e) 1st fl space is proposed to be deemed an adu via governmental code section 65852-2(a)-(d)ord 95-17.(n)rear(e)deck & stair.(n)interior remodeling of(e)space upgrading(e)bath (n)kitchen cabinets & appliances.(n)hvac& lighting.(n)wall to separate laundry space from garage
Valuation:
$65,300
Permit #:
202411054420
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
28 - 2 family dwe...
One kitchen remodel like for like. one bathroom remodel like for like no shower pan. one bathroom remodel like for like shower pan. one laundry room like for like. no walls or layout change
Valuation:
$69,167
Permit #:
202303073188
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
24 - apartments
Demolish existing home for new construction house following permit: resub01 -bxk- 5/13/2025 - response to pln related: bld2024-02410_sfd bld2025-00845 - temp power pole
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
BLD2025-00822
Status:
final
Fee:
$675
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Residential new single family multi family manufactured detached adu
2024-10-08
Construction of (n) 2-story dwelling unit (3 148 sf; 3bed 4.5 bath) with attached adu (800 sf; 1bed 1bath) and garage (464 sf) resub01 - bca - 1/23/25 - response to building cvl geo and swr resub02 - bk - 3/6/2025 - response to building cvl swr pln2023-00340 demo-bld2025-00822_in review tpp-bld2025-00845_in review *attached adu address will send out once payment is resolved*(fee is ad... see more
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
BLD2024-02410
Status:
issued
Fee:
$44,124
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Altered site permit. revision to bpa#2022-0805-0034 related to variance case 2022-007994var. proposed stairs landing and roof deck at rear plus additional interior alterations and additional exterior facade changes
Valuation:
$125,000
Permit #:
202311211249
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
Proposed remodel & horizontal addition with structural, plumbing & electrical work. replacement & new windows on front, sides and rear
Valuation:
$815,000
Permit #:
202208050034
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
One kitchen remodel like for like. one bathroom remodel like for like no shower pan. one bathroom remodel like for like shower pan. one laundry room like for like. no walls or layout change
Valuation:
$69,167
Permit #:
202303073188
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
24 - apartments
2 story addition (2nd unit)2800 sf. 3rd level=1380 sf 4th level 1420 sf. 6 bedrooms. deck & stairs. (200 sf). roof deck 420 sf with 13r sprinkler system throughout entire building. new entry and interior stairs
Valuation:
$530,000
Permit #:
201508073719
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
28 - 2 family dwe...
Unit legalization. interior remodel to convert (e) 966 sf 1 bedroom 1 bathroom unauthorized dwelling unit into (n) residential unit (legal nonconforming third unit). lower the (e) concrete slab and addition site steps in hallway to accommodate code compliant head height. ordinance 43-14
Valuation:
$107,500
Permit #:
202106182818
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
24 - apartments
Remodel: relocate kitchen and building (n) bathroom on upper floor. new closet for bedroom 01. rewire house and upgrade main panel to 200a. new exterior patio door from closet resubmittal #1 - mpv - 01/19/21 - response to plan check comments architectural: 1. room label has been revised to match with existing condition being used as office 2. label has been revised to hallway revision... see more
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
BLD2020-02168
Status:
final
Fee:
$8,808
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Revision to permit #202204111986 to reflect existing conditions and changes at gridline c dimensions between gridline added to foundation plan
Valuation:
$5,000
Permit #:
202506098247
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
24 - apartments
Indicate (e) exterior stairs constructed without the benefit of building permit comply with nov 202308932 indicate (e) site concrete walls to be repaired or replaced indicate site concrete steps on grade. revision to 202112154510
Valuation:
$3,500
Permit #:
202306089610
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
28 - 2 family dwe...
Relocate kitchen closes two windows (interior) in the bathrooms. flip stairs in the same location and enclose this area. addition a laundry room upstairs. addition a skylight in kitchen and stairs
Valuation:
$80,000
Permit #:
202205134244
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
Rear yard expansion remove unit 2 stairs and relocate. addition remodel kitchen and addition master bathroom and 3rd floor roof deck
Valuation:
$600,000
Permit #:
202002033400
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
28 - 2 family dwe...
Close off 2 windows in rear facade of building. replace 8 windows like for like. replace 2 windows fofr smaller size. new stucco and paint - rear facade
Valuation:
$47,775
Permit #:
202303173919
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
28 - 2 family dwe...
Renovate (e) 2-story single family residence. interior remodel of (e). vertical addition of 3rd floor & roof deck. (n) design-build fire sprinkler system per nfpa-13r under separate permit
Valuation:
$732,955
Permit #:
201801269701
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
Repair dryrot damage in 1 bedroom. bring the room wires & plumbing up to code (discovered after removal of drywall). new tpo on the bedroom roof. no work visible from street. no changes to architectural and structural
Valuation:
$12,000
Permit #:
202310027824
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
New deck addition adu to the rear of the ground floor per government code section 65852.2. new kitchen remodel & drywall
Valuation:
$200,000
Permit #:
202102044057
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
Convert lower level to adu. remodel kitchen in main unit. remove walls in main unit. all new windows in main unit. new rear deck
Valuation:
$180,000
Permit #:
202011179019
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
28 - 2 family dwe...
Legalize unit per pa#202411054420 and main panel. 10 lights 4 switches 10 receptacles 1 fan 1 d/w 1 g/d 1 microwave 1 range 2 s/d
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
E202506103085
Status:
filed
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Verified License
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Gbu Construction Development License info
Verified License
| License # | 1052737 |
| Status | Active |
| State | California |
| Type | General Building |
| Business Type | Corporation |
- BuildZoom verified this license was active as of April 2026.
Verify this license's status for Gbu Construction Development at the California Contractors State License Board.
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66
BuildZoom Score
Insured
| Insurer | Scottsdale insurance |
| Insured up to | $200,000 |
Bonded
| Bonded Agent | Old Republic Surety Company |
| Bond Value | $15,000 |
Insured
| Workers Comp Provider | State Compensation Insurance Fund |
93
Permits
- Building permit records show that Gbu Construction Development has worked on 93 permitted projects.
Gbu Construction Development Employees
Yosi Asraf
Owner
When we finally decided to build a second story room addition we spoke with too many architects and contractors. Once we met with Yosi, we didn't need to meet anyone else. He is so thorough, honest, and easy to work with. I've never met anyone who takes so much time to really get things right, maximize our space and budget, and translate the stipulations imposed by the City that would be otherwise huge barrier to our project. We are so grateful not only that we found Yosi and his construction company, but also that they have the availability for our project at the right time. We are so excited to continue to work with them, and I will continue to sing their praises to anyone considering a room addition, bathroom remodel, kitchen remodel, or a full custom home remodel. GBU construction Development is the best contractor in SF!