Updated: Jun 12, 2026
Location and Projects
Address
1145-C INDUSTRIAL AVENUE, Escondido, CA, 92029
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Preferred Construction
Based in Escondido, Preferred has over three decades of experience in the remodeling industry. Serving clients throughout the Escondido area and surrounding communities, this contractor addresses a range of home improvement and renovation needs. With 32 years in business, Preferred brings longstanding expertise to residential remodeling projects. Homeowners seeking to update, expand, or enhance their properties can expect knowledgeable service from a team experienced in navigating the renovation process. Preferred emphasizes accessibility and responsiveness to client inquiries, offering multiple channels for prospective customers to initiate contact and discuss their project details directly with the company.
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Preferred Contact Information
Phone Number: (760) 741-1902
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Address: 1145-C INDUSTRIAL AVENUE, Escondido, CA 92029
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Preferred Escondido
Quality
97
82nd percentile
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Activity
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1 project
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2025 |
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1 project
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2024 |
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1 project
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Preferred has worked on at least
3.0 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.
Pricing
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1 project
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< $5k |
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2 projects
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$5k-$20k |
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Single-family residential combination building permit
2025-08-11
(e-plan) guest bathroom remodel: demolish shower tub vanity sink faucet install tub install new exhaust fan install vanity install sink install toilet install 1 light 2 gfci outlets 2 switches. no structural
Valuation:
$9,000
Permit #:
CMB-2025-00017
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Residential alteration or addition - plan check-permit
2023-08-17
Cross street: red iron park dr description of work: interior remodel to include 30 sqft of exterior wall infill 16 lf of interior partitions added/removed 24 sqft of new windows/doors for existing single family dwelling
Valuation:
$3,300
Permit #:
PDS2023-RESALT-012276
Status:
complete
Fee:
$808
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Residential alteration or addition - plan check-permit
2021-08-30
Cross street: description of work: 78 sqft addition w 520 sqft attach 2nd story deck/stairs minor kitchen interior remodel (to include 10 lf new/removed int partitions) & misc e+p for existing single family dwelling 5/7/2021 - see comments -ab
Valuation:
$27,177
Permit #:
PDS2021-RESALT-005220
Status:
complete
Fee:
$3,590
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Residential alteration or addition - plan check-permit
2024-06-27
Cross street: circa del norte description of work: 700 sqft attached patio cover w fireplace & misc electrical for existing single family dwelling
Valuation:
$14,700
Permit #:
PDS2021-RESALT-002123
Status:
expired
Fee:
$2,162
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
No Description Available
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
B20-3610
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
No Description Available
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
B20-2965
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Residential alteration or addition - plan check-permit
2015-07-28
Cross street: del dios highway description of work: 327 sqft addition (for bedroom) w wet bar and minor interior remodel to include misc. plumbing to replace bathroom fixtures and adding 1 sink
Valuation:
$44,256
Permit #:
PDS2015-RESALT-006821
Status:
triage
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
219 lf x 4 high retaining wall per city standard * 50 lf x
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
B0802176
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Fence
Building Type:
N/A
New residential detached accessory structure - plan check-permit
2001-09-17
Cross street: el camino del norte description of work: 356 sq. ft. guest house/pool cabana w about 225 sq. ft. (h.r.a.) cov. patio 08-oct-2001: on 04-oct heloise love came in w plan change on this project upon tech's review w 1wd1 it was determined that structure is habitable space and would need t. 24 calcs (not provided originally) and that plan change is extensive enough to warrant... see more
Valuation:
$35,958
Permit #:
PDS2001-1006-20010494
Status:
complete
Fee:
$531
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Residential alteration or addition - plan check-permit
2009-05-15
Cross street:san pablo dr. description of work: single family dwelling interior remodel of kitchen & family room -- 47 lf of interior partitions; replace windows like for like (hra); remove window & addition new wall (24 sqft); misc electrical plumbing mechanical new subpanel
Valuation:
$3,450
Permit #:
PDS2009-1005-20090265
Status:
complete
Fee:
$894
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
University. combination permit for new windows and doors to an existing 2 story sdu. overlay's rm-1-1 geo haz 53 cipioz-a
Valuation:
$10,032
Permit #:
2378603
Status:
complete
Fee:
$366
Permit Type:
Add/alt 1 or 2 fa...
Building Type:
N/A
Residential alteration or addition - plan check-permit
2005-09-27
Cross street: camino corto description of work: 613 sf single family dwelling add'n 5 plumbing fx misc electrical and very minor interior remodel for existing single family dwelling. 11/15/05 - plan change to increase under floor non-conditioned storage space...plh
Valuation:
$69,269
Permit #:
PDS2005-1004-20050578
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,353
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Addition new 70000btu central heat/exist duct
Valuation:
$6,000
Permit #:
BLDG16-0170
Status:
issued
Fee:
$243
Permit Type:
Simple
Building Type:
N/A
University -combo permit for interior stair replacement from wood to fabricated steel stairs at existing sfu -rm-1-1 *3/2/05 scope of work changed to include remodel to kitchen & hall bathroom on 1st floor & remodel 2nd floor bathrooms*
Valuation:
$6,000
Permit #:
176243
Status:
complete
Fee:
$784
Permit Type:
Add/alt 1 or 2 fa...
Building Type:
N/A
Siding
Valuation:
$800
Permit #:
2007-284-B-0-0-0
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Residential alteration or addition - plan check-permit
2004-01-06
Office:sm cross street: via rancho py description of work: bathroom remodel includes skylight icbo#3933 hora & window enlarged above tub. misc electrical
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
PDS2004-1005-20040004
Status:
complete
Fee:
$202
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Residential alteration or addition - plan check-permit
2006-07-13
Cross street: via rancho py description of work: 348 sq ft upper deck & 348 sq ft covered patio cover addition (below deck) for existing single family dwelling misc wiring
Valuation:
$8,101
Permit #:
PDS2006-1005-20060622
Status:
complete
Fee:
$280
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Demolition: demolish existing 160 sf. pool. shell to remain with 2 by 2 drainage hole in the deep end
Valuation:
$2,000
Permit #:
SWI2012-00018
Status:
Finaled
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Residential alteration or addition - plan check-permit
2000-04-27
Cross street: haas stactivity code: 426x05description of work: reroof (icbo 4660)/replace windows/drywall repair/ext siding for exist sfdtb: 1150 d1
Valuation:
$0
Permit #:
PDS2000-1030-20000245
Status:
Completed
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
New residential detached accessory structure - plan check-permit
2001-04-03
Cross street: el camino del norte description of work: 356 sq. ft. guest house/pool cabana w about 225 sq. ft. (h.r.a.) cov. patio
Valuation:
$27,768
Permit #:
PDS2001-1001-20010543
Status:
triage
Fee:
$490
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
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Verified License
| License # | 500413 |
| Status | Active |
| State | California |
| Type | General Building |
| Business Type | Sole Ownership |
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Inactive License
| License # | 500877 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | California |
| Type | General Building, Cabinet, Millwork And Finish Carpentry |
| Business Type | Sole Ownership |
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Inactive License
| License # | 428306 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | California |
| Type | Drywall |
| Business Type | Sole Ownership |
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Inactive License
| License # | 558438 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | California |
| Type | General Building, Painting And Decorating, General Engineering |
| Business Type | Sole Ownership |
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97
BuildZoom Score
Bonded
| Bonded Agent | American Contractors Indemnity Company |
| Bond Value | $15,000 |
53
Permits
- Building permit records show that Preferred has worked on 53 permitted projects.
Preferred Employees
JW
James Robert Ward
Rmo/Ceo/Pres
RS
Richard John Smerud
Rmo
RR
Robert Dean Rowe
Sole Owner
SV
Steven Robert Vuoti
Owner