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General contractor in Big Bear, CA
Framing, remodeling, additions, decks, plumbing, and exterior work for cabins and mountain homes — designed for snow loads, freeze/thaw cycles, and everything else the mountain throws at a house.
Licensed General Contractor · Bonded & Insured · CSLB #1033958
Estimates
Written quotes
Scope, materials, and price before we start
In the mountains
Since 2025
Cabins and full-time homes across the valley
One company
Structure to finishes
Framing, plumbing, and paint under one license
Built for
Mountain weather
Snow loads and freeze/thaw in every design
GC Framing in Big Bear
A full build crew for the mountain
GC Framing is a licensed California general contractor (Lic. #1033958 — B, C-5, C-33, C-36) serving homeowners across greater San Diego — and now Big Bear Lake, Big Bear City, Sugarloaf, Fawnskin, Baldwin Lake, Erwin Lake, and Moonridge.
Since expanding to the mountains in 2025, we have helped cabin owners and full-time residents with framing, remodeling, additions, decks, and exterior improvements. Building at 7,000 feet is different: snow loads, freeze/thaw cycles, and moisture drive every structural decision we make.
Our licenses cover the whole job under one roof — structure, finishes, and now plumbing too, from frozen pipe repairs to the rough-in for a new bathroom. We coordinate permits and inspections with San Bernardino County so you do not have to.
Our services in Big Bear
What we build in the mountains
Seven categories cover most of what cabin owners call us for. Every one is designed around snow, ice, and elevation — not copied up from a flatland playbook.
Framing & structural repairs
The bones of the house, built or rebuilt for snow and elevation.
Home remodeling
Updates that keep the cabin charm and lose the dated interiors.
Additions & ADUs
More room for family and guests, built to mountain code.
Decks & patio covers
Outdoor structures engineered to carry snow and shrug off ice.
Exterior painting & finishes
Coatings that survive UV, moisture, and freeze at 7,000 feet.
Plumbing
Licensed C-36 plumbers on the same crew that frames your job.
Ground-mounted solar supports
Structural bases for arrays that hold up under snow and wind.
Why choose GC Framing
Built for mountain conditions, run like a business
The mountain is hard on houses and harder on shortcuts. Here is what we do differently.
Built for mountain conditions
Snow load calculations, freeze/thaw protection, and moisture management in every project — not an afterthought.
Licensed & versatile
Multiple California contractor licenses (B, C-5, C-33, C-36) let us handle framing, finishes, and plumbing under one roof.
Code-compliant
We coordinate permits and inspections with San Bernardino County and local authorities, as required by the project scope.
Material options
From budget-friendly to premium, always matched to the mountain climate — never a one-size-fits-all spec.
Clear communication
Organized job sites, transparent scheduling, and reliable updates throughout your project — useful when you are down the hill.
One crew, whole job
When plumbing or repairs open a wall, the same company closes it: framing, drywall, texture, and paint on one invoice.
Frozen or burst pipe at the cabin? Shut off the main valve, then call — we will talk you through the rest.
Our process
What to expect, start to finish
The same five steps whether it is a deck or a whole-cabin restoration. No surprise line items at the end.
Walkthrough & scope
We review your goals, budget, and the unique needs of your property — cabin or full-time home.
Proposal
A written scope with materials, pricing, and timeline. No surprise line items later.
Permits & prep
Coordination with San Bernardino County and local building departments as required.
Build
Framing, remodel, or restoration work completed to code, with the site protected as we go.
Close-out
Final walkthrough, punch list, and completion documentation before we call it finished.
Plus, on every job
Where we work
The whole Big Bear Valley
From the dam to Baldwin Lake, both sides of the lake. We take on cabins, full-time homes, and rental properties anywhere in the valley.
We proudly serve the greater Big Bear region:
Around the lake
Big Bear Lake · Fawnskin · Moonridge
East valley
Big Bear City · Sugarloaf · Erwin Lake · Baldwin Lake
Down the hill? We also serve all of San Diego County — see our plumbing page or main site.
Common questions
Questions Big Bear owners ask
Do you design for snow loads?
Yes. All framing, decks, and roof structures are engineered with local snow and wind requirements in mind, including freeze/thaw protection and moisture management.
Do you handle permits and inspections?
Yes. We coordinate permits and inspections with San Bernardino County and local authorities as required by the project scope.
Can you modernize an older cabin?
Absolutely. We specialize in remodeling and restoring cabins while maintaining their mountain charm — including energy efficiency upgrades that make winters cheaper.
Do you also do plumbing in Big Bear?
Yes. GC Framing holds a C-36 plumbing license, so the same company that frames your addition can run the plumbing — including frozen and burst pipe repairs, water heaters, and the plumbing side of remodels.
Do you charge for estimates?
No. We walk the property with you, review your goals and budget, and put the quote in writing at no cost.
How do I get a quote?
Call us at (619) 882-9309 or use the form below to schedule a walkthrough. The more detail you give us up front, the closer the first number will be to the final one.
Ready to build in Big Bear?
Tell us about your cabin or property
Whether you are planning a remodel, addition, deck, or full structural restoration, send the details and we will schedule a walkthrough, review your goals and budget, and put the quote in writing.
No cost, no obligation — and no surprise line items at the end.
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Get a free estimate from a licensed San Diego County contractor. CA License #1033958 (B, C-5, C-33, C-36)