Updated: May 28, 2026
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180 SCALE, Irvine, CA, 92618
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J1 Construction
J1 Construction serves the Irvine, CA area with over 27 years of experience in construction and remodeling. The company specializes in residential projects, focusing on custom home builds and large-scale renovations. J1 Construction manages each phase from planning to completion, coordinating with subcontractors, designers, and architects to ensure projects are completed according to client vision, budget, and schedule. Working primarily with homeowners in Irvine and the surrounding communities, J1 Construction emphasizes meticulous project supervision, adherence to building codes, and thorough communication throughout the process. Their experience allows them to handle the complexities of custom home construction as well as major remodels for existing properties.
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J1 Construction Contact Information
Phone Number: (714) 349-3557
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Address: 180 SCALE, Irvine, CA 92618
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J1 Construction Irvine
Quality
107
94th percentile
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We generally recommend hiring a contractor with a score higher than 95.
J1 Construction has a BuildZoom score of 107, which places them above 94% of 336,931 contractors in California.
Activity
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5 projects
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2025 |
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6 projects
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2024 |
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7 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that J1 Construction has worked on at least
18.0 projects over the past 3 years.
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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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4 projects
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Home Additions |
Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that J1 Construction mostly works on
home addition
projects.
Pricing
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4 projects
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< $5k |
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5 projects
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$5k-$20k |
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2 projects
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$20k-$50k |
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3 projects
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$50k-$100k |
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1 project
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$100k-$250k |
The typical size of their permits is approximately $10,000. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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Tenant improvement - installation of (n) vacuum dryer cooling water tank and chiller outside of building. tk america
Valuation:
$60,000
Permit #:
B202405356
Status:
issued
Fee:
$5,722
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Full interior remodel including new floors new kitchen and bathroom (remodel) new windows new exterior doors. no work to the front facade in this case
Valuation:
$105,000
Permit #:
202406104104
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
Scope: 5, 555 sq.ft. new araujo's el paisa restaurant @ the platform block 9 & 10 (finish interior) 5, 555 sq.ft. tenant improvement of (e) ground floor vacant restaurant space for a (n) 1st tenant araujo's el paisa mexican grill restaurant. ** issue certificate of occupancy** 1st tenan - assigned suite 10 to araujo's el paisa restaurant - 1) remove (e) demising wall between (plans sh... see more
Valuation:
$670,147
Permit #:
2020 138734 CI
Status:
filed
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Restaurant
Building Type:
N/A
Scope: 5, 555 sq.ft. new araujo's el paisa restaurant @ the platform block 9 & 10 (finish interior) 5, 555 sq.ft. tenant improvement of (e) ground floor vacant restaurant space for a (n) 1st tenant araujo's el paisa mexican grill restaurant. ** issue certificate of occupancy** 1st tenan - assigned suite 10 to araujo's el paisa restaurant - 1) remove (e) demising wall between (plans sh... see more
Valuation:
$670,147
Permit #:
2021 027530 CI
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Restaurant
Building Type:
N/A
Interior renovation of an (e) donut and pastry shop into a new donut and pastry shop in addition to new cooking equipment. project includes interior improvements including finishes equipment and exterior details. project includes necessary documentation for accessibility
Valuation:
$100,000
Permit #:
202311160921
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
05 - food/beverag...
Remove all windows and replace change frame 2x4 or 2x6 dry rot. place back stucco all around winodws. replace sky lights on roof. it 24 units: 101-108 201-208 and 301-308 work perform on windows. take old ones and addition waterproof and seal windows. keep and replace dry rot wood. install wire mesh
Valuation:
$80,000
Permit #:
202311160903
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
24 - apartments
Tenant imrpovement of partial existing food manufacturing warehouse interior room converting existing scale room to food mixing and packing room. tk america type iii-b construction. b s-1 and f-1 occupancy. sprinklered
Valuation:
$40,000
Permit #:
B202307006
Status:
issued
Fee:
$1,730
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Revision to b202307006 to reflect changes of existing accessoble path of travel and parking layout per the inspector guide additional electrical disconnectors and wall mounted outlets
Valuation:
$2,500
Permit #:
B202402740
Status:
issued
Fee:
$865
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Revision to permit 202407126372. drainage perforate pipe for storm drain installation. interior inside the home. not street visible
Valuation:
$5,000
Permit #:
202507070238
Status:
filed
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
Emergency roof repair to replace remove portion of roof in original configuration in respose to complaint 202061201. legalize (e) iron security gate at front & tradesman alley
Valuation:
$50,000
Permit #:
202102033886
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
28 - 2 family dwe...
Construct a 820 sf addition to enlarge kitchen dining and living room; new office bedroom and bathroom. creating a 4bed/3bath home. new electric tankless water heater. main panel upgrade to 200a. new central furnace system in attic. remodel and reconfigure existing 1259sf
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
BLD2021-02721
Status:
issued
Fee:
$7,762
Permit Type:
Addition
Building Type:
N/A
Revision to pa# 2024-0610-4104: change 2 front windows and 3 back windows 5 windows total within the same opening. aluminium clad windows
Valuation:
$2,500
Permit #:
202409160816
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
Electrical for kitchen and bathroom remodel to include replace lights switches and receptacles
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
E202409036634
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Remove tile & replace w standing seam metal roof
Valuation:
$20,000
Permit #:
R25-0385
Status:
issued
Fee:
$599
Permit Type:
R-reroof
Building Type:
N/A
Demolish ceiling; rr cabinets; water damage units 314 + 319
Valuation:
$18,000
Permit #:
B25-0486
Status:
issued
Fee:
$3,330
Permit Type:
Interior remodel ...
Building Type:
N/A
Revision to bpa# 202201286904. to addition underpinning detail to original plan
Valuation:
$1
Permit #:
202404119789
Status:
withdrawn
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
Plumbing for bathroom and kitchen remodel to include replaing (1) shower pan
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
PP20240903698
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Remove and replace (8) windows - back of building. replace siding and paint - back of building
Valuation:
$7,000
Permit #:
202307061526
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
24 - apartments
E-permit: commercial tear off - yes resheet - yes structure: main structure 37 squares of tpo single ply
Valuation:
$18,000
Permit #:
BP21-07462
Status:
expired
Fee:
$181
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Main structure
Construct a first floor rear addition of 883 sf for (2) bedrooms (1) bathroom office dining room and enlarge kitchen area. (concurrent with pln2021-00250)
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
BLD2021-04984
Status:
complete
Fee:
$4,899
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
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Verified License
| License # | 1070729 |
| Status | Active |
| State | California |
| Type | General Building |
| Business Type | Sole Ownership |
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Verified License
| License # | 955127 |
| Status | Active |
| State | California |
| Type | General Building, Scaffolding, Plumbing, Painting And Decorating, Roofing |
| Business Type | Sole Ownership |
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Verified License
| License # | 615630 |
| Status | Active |
| State | California |
| Type | Painting And Decorating, General Building |
| Business Type | Sole Ownership |
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Inactive License
| License # | 886790 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | California |
| Type | General Building, Painting And Decorating |
| Business Type | Sole Ownership |
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Inactive License
| License # | 968837 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | California |
| Type | General Building, Painting And Decorating |
| Business Type | Sole Ownership |
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107
BuildZoom Score
Bonded
| Bonded Agent | American Contractors Indemnity Company |
| Bond Value | $15,000 |
Insured
| Workers Comp Provider | Norguard Insurance Company |
42
Permits
- Building permit records show that J1 Construction has worked on 42 permitted projects.
J1 Construction Employees
AA
Alejandro Jose Ayala
Sole Owner
DP
Daehee Pyun
Ceo / President
DP
Daehee Pyun
Ceo / President
JP
James Jaibum Park
Sole Owner
JA
Jose Alejandro Araiza Ayala
Owner
SH
Seok Ho Hong
Sole Owner
SH
Seok Ho Hong
Owner