MZ Construction – ADU Builder and General Contractor in Santa Maria, CA
MZ Construction is a licensed, bonded, and insured general contractor based in Santa Maria, California, serving homeowners and businesses across the Central Coast. With over a decade of experience, they have developed a track record in residential construction, accessory dwelling unit (ADU) design and build, and light commercial projects. Their license is held with the California State License Board under CSLB #985113.
Their service area includes Santa Maria, Orcutt, Lompoc, Nipomo, San Luis Obispo, and surrounding Central Coast communities. For larger commercial work, they also consider projects in nearby regions.
Residential Services: ADUs, Remodels, and Home Additions
A significant part of MZ Construction's work involves accessory dwelling units. As an experienced ADU contractor, they manage the entire process from custom floor plan and layout through permit acquisition, site preparation, utilities, foundations, framing, finishes, and final inspection. This makes them a practical option for property owners looking to add a backyard cottage, in-law suite, or detached ADU to their property.
Their residential services also include:
- Kitchen Remodeling – Space planning, custom cabinetry, countertops, backsplashes, lighting, flooring, and plumbing and electrical upgrades.
- Bathroom Remodeling – Layout redesign, custom vanities, tile and shower installation, lighting, ventilation, and final fixtures.
- Home Additions and Renovations – Adding square footage or reconfiguring living space with seamless integration into the existing structure.
- Foundations and Structural Work – New foundation pours, structural framing, slabs, footings, piers, and repairs or upgrades to existing foundations.
- Garage Conversions – Converting existing garage space into functional living areas as part of their broader home addition and ADU services.
For ADU projects specifically, MZ Construction handles permitting, code compliance, and all construction phases, delivering a move-in ready unit. This full-service approach is suited to homeowners who want a single point of contact throughout the project.
Commercial Construction Services
On the commercial side, MZ Construction focuses on light commercial work across the Central Coast. Their commercial services include:
- Tenant Improvements – Office, retail, and restaurant build-outs, interior walls, ceilings, flooring, custom millwork, and ADA compliance upgrades.
- Office and Retail Build-Outs – Space planning, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, interior finishes, and quality control through turnover.
- New Commercial Builds – Preconstruction planning, permits, site work, foundations, framing, roofing, exterior finishes, and interior build-out through final walkthrough.
Their commercial work is aimed at businesses that need functional, code-compliant spaces built or renovated within a defined timeline and budget.
Project Management and Permitting is included across all service types. MZ Construction handles permit filing, inspections, subcontractor scheduling, and budget and timeline monitoring. They communicate with clients throughout the process to keep projects on track.
Typical timelines vary by project scope. ADUs and remodels generally take between 8 and 12 weeks, while larger commercial or structural projects may require several months. A clear schedule is provided before work begins.
MZ Construction offers free, no-obligation estimates for both residential and commercial projects. Their process begins with a consultation to discuss goals, budget, and timeline, followed by detailed planning, active construction management, and a final walkthrough and inspection to confirm everything meets code and client expectations.