Updated: Apr 05, 2026
Location and Projects
Address
7477 MELOTTE ST, San Diego, CA, 92119
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John L Tilton Construction
Based in San Diego, John L Tilton brings nearly three decades of experience to residential remodeling and construction projects throughout the region. Serving San Diego and surrounding areas, Tilton specializes in projects such as home renovations, room additions, and interior upgrades for local homeowners. With a focus on meeting the needs of property owners looking to update or expand their living spaces, Tilton manages construction phases ranging from project planning to completion. His extensive background allows him to navigate the permitting process and deliver solutions tailored to each property’s requirements. John L Tilton’s long-standing presence in the San Diego construction industry reflects his ability to handle a broad range of residential project scopes.
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John L Tilton Contact Information
Phone Number: (760) 975-9030
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Address: 7477 MELOTTE ST, San Diego, CA 92119
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John L Tilton San Diego
Quality
95
78th percentile
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John L Tilton has a BuildZoom score of 95, which places them above 78% of 336,931 contractors in California.
Activity
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1 project
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that John L Tilton has worked on at least
1.0 project 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.
Pricing
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1 project
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$20k-$50k |
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John L Tilton Reviews
5 out of 5 stars, based on
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review
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By Margaret B.October 4, 2021Complete renovation of condo$85,000
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Mid-city-kensington-talmadge: combination permit for a garage conversion to a companion unit at an existing sdu. work includes new bathroom new windows and door. geo53 rs-1-7 cupd-boundary tpa
Valuation:
$41,814
Permit #:
2431057
Status:
complete
Fee:
$2,049
Permit Type:
Add/alt 1 or 2 fa...
Building Type:
N/A
No-plan - residential - combination mech/elec/plum:4670/49th
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
PMT-3075862
Status:
issued
Fee:
$261
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Mid-city:kensington-talmadge: combination building permit for bedroom and bathroom addition to an existing single family home. historical cleared under pts 665884
Valuation:
$27,186
Permit #:
PMT-3197348
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,598
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Remodel existing kitchen studs and ceiling install new plumbing and venting new drywall cabinets and tile replace two windows same size and type. minor elect
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
99016-10000-13720
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
1 or 2 family dwe...
Building Type:
N/A
Photovoltaic system residential
Valuation:
$0
Permit #:
EL2014-12
Status:
N/A
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Repair damaged corner of garage provide new wall posts and hold down per engineer recommendations
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
01016-10000-00053
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
1 or 2 family dwe...
Building Type:
N/A
Run new low pressure main for new meter location (1 1/4 line). approved by e.s
Valuation:
$0
Permit #:
97042-10000-10931
Status:
Permit Closed
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
1 or 2 family dwe...
Building Type:
N/a
Remove and replace existing exterior trellises and architectural projections
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
99016-50000-01973
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
1 or 2 family dwe...
Building Type:
N/A
Remove and replace exterior trellises and architectural projections
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
99016-50000-01972
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Apartment
Building Type:
N/A
Addition roof awning to existing deck. (4x16)
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
98014-50001-06679
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
1 or 2 family dwe...
Building Type:
N/A
Addition new wood deck attached to single family dwelling
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
00014-10000-06273
Status:
triage
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
1 or 2 family dwe...
Building Type:
N/A
No-plan - nonresidential/multifamily - electrical:4670/49th
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
PMT-3075861
Status:
canceled
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
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John L Tilton License info
Verified License
| License # | 448533 |
| Status | Active |
| State | California |
| Type | General Building |
| Business Type | Sole Ownership |
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95
BuildZoom Score
Bonded
| Bonded Agent | Hudson Insurance Company |
| Bond Value | $15,000 |
10
Permits
- Building permit records show that John L Tilton has worked on 10 permitted projects.
John L Tilton Employees
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John Lucas Tilton
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John Richard Tilton
Sole Owner
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John Richard Tilton, John Lucas Tilton
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Excellent skills as a general contractor. Great design ideas. Thoughtful, highly professional. Finished our project on time and on budget. We highly recommend John Tilton.