Over the last 20 years I've had the pleasure of working with Steve Watson on several small and large projects -- both new construction and remodels. And overall, my wife and I couldn't be more satisfied. From the initial consultation to the final walkthrough, Steve exemplified professionalism and craftsmanship at every step. I should explain that I've been a builder for over 40 years and my wife Lena is a home designer, and we often hire contractors so we know how to hire to get quality, price and timeliness. What sets Steve apart is his meticulous attention to detail. He’s careful to a fault, ensuring every aspect of the project is executed perfectly. Steve leaves no stone left unturned, and no detail is too small. This level of precision is rare and speaks volumes about his dedication to excellence. I say "to a fault," because Steve constantly sought our feedback throughout the project. He didn’t make assumptions or proceed without confirming our preferences and ideas, which to a homeowner --and my wife -- is terribly important -- but to an old hand like myself was occasionally too much....His approach ensured that the final outcome not only met but always exceeded our expectations -- and eliminated any surprises. Whether it was selecting the right materials, adjusting designs, or tweaking installations, his openness to feedback and willingness to make necessary changes made working with him smooth and stress-free. His team was equally professional and courteous, always maintaining a clean and organized work environment. In conclusion, Steve Watson is a contractor who genuinely cares about his clients and the quality and sustainability of his work. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking a reliable, skilled, and attentive professional for their next project. I should explain that I've been a builder for over 40 years and my wife Lena is a home designer, and we often hire contractors so we know how to hire to get quality, price and timeliness. What sets Steve apart is his meticulous attention to detail. He’s careful to a fault, ensuring every aspect of the project is executed perfectly. Steve leaves no stone left unturned, and no detail is too small. This level of precision is rare and speaks volumes about his dedication to excellence. I say "to a fault," because Steve constantly sought our feedback throughout the project. He didn’t make assumptions or proceed without confirming our preferences and ideas, which to a homeowner --and my wife -- is terribly important -- but to an old hand like myself was occasionally too much....His approach ensured that the final outcome not only met but always exceeded our expectations -- and eliminated any surprises. Whether it was selecting the right materials, adjusting designs, or tweaking installations, his openness to feedback and willingness to make necessary changes made working with him smooth and stress-free. His team was equally professional and courteous, always maintaining a clean and organized work environment. In conclusion, Steve Watson is a contractor who genuinely cares about his clients and the quality and sustainability of his work. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking a reliable, skilled, and attentive professional for their next project.

-Craig S.

Choosing S.W. Construction was unquestionably one of the best decisions we made. The project was a significant undertaking, with every room requiring attention. Despite the scope of the work, the project was completed efficiently and within the agreed timeline. Whenever challenges arose, Mr. Watson was readily available to address our concerns and provide expert advice, offering solutions that aligned with both our needs and, most importantly, our budget. The finished work is nothing short of impeccable, with a meticulous attention to detail. His expert guidance throughout the process has truly transformed our home into our forever home

—The Rhodens

We are pleased to give our highest endorsement to SW Construction, and Steve Watson in particular.

A few years ago we needed to hoist the front of our house, to replace the rotted wood beam that held it up, with a steal beam. We used that opportunity to also enhance this overall structural to more current earthquake standards. This was no small project. It entailed hoisting up our house, and doing so with the minimal amount of internal damage (cracked ceilings, walls, damage for flooring, etc.). It required that we use heavy equipment to transport a very long/heavy steel I-beam over the property wall and into place. We also had to implement pylons with a new vertical steel structure to hold that beam in place in an earthquake. The bottom line is that there was a lot that could go wrong if we hired the wrong person. We spoke with three general contractors, and Steve impressed us greatly. Note that my husband and I both have degrees in engineering, so we knew what we needed to hear. So, we hired Steve, and he executed this project flawlessly. We were so impressed by his the quality of his thought and work, that we greatly expanded the scope of our project. We had him add cabinetry throughout our parking structure; build a new custom wood and glass fence along the length of our Japanese courtyard garden, and replace our wooden garage and pedestrian gates with large steel and white glass, shoji-like gates. People constantly tell us how beautiful our property is, with these enhancements executed by Steve. Nothing is ever easy in our relatively small and confined space. So throughout this project, Steve had to constantly determine how best to execute, given the latest set of reoccurring limitations discovered in field. Steve diligently worked through every challenge, providing us with numerous workaround solutions that were brilliant. He is very hands on with his team, so has firsthand knowledge of the issues, has a tremendous of experience, and absolutely excels at problem solving, with exceptional creativity and practicality. Steve has done other projects for us over the years, but this one in particular stands out in exemplifying his skill and professionalism. We found Steve to be fair, honest, professional, organized, a great communicator, and a pleasure to work with. He arrived every morning early, worked late, and so did his team. Unlike many contractor in Santa Barbara, he says what he is going to do, and then does what he says. He was respectful of our property, did not waste materials, and cleared things out to maintain an orderly workspace. When finished, he cleaned everything up and left us with exceptional results. Steve Watson is incredibly capable, trustworthy, honest and phenomenally talented. We would highly recommend him as a superb general contractor.

—The Johnstons

My wife and I have utilized Steven both on our personal residence as well as our rental properties. He has a very creative, yet realistic eye in assessing and suggesting various options and tradeoffs prior to remodel or new construction projects. We have had him perform high level finish carpentry work as well as various concrete, plumbing, electrical, tile and flooring efforts as well. His quality, attention to detail, cost sensitivity, cleanliness, and communication throughout his projects are superb. We have no hesitation in referring him to friends and without a doubt would use him again in the future.
— The Underwoods