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Blue Collar Builders

General contracting firm based out of San Jose California.
From woodwork to stonework, indoors and out, Blue Collar Builders does the very best work. Our
clients demand the finest in quality and we not only deliver, we surpass their expectations. We are a general contracting firm based out of San Jose California and have been licensed since 1999.

Our Mission:

To encourage creative thinking, innovation in product development, and education of the construction industry, while continuing to advance the Green Movement through the practice of quality craftsmanship, and outstanding work ethic.

From BuildZoom: Blue Collar Builders, San Jose, CA (Employees: Joe Higgs and Thump'r) holds a General Building license according to the California license board.

Their BuildZoom score of 135 ranks in the top 1% of 336,931 California licensed contractors.

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Blue Collar Builders San Jose

Quality

135
99th percentile
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Pro tip: We generally recommend hiring a contractor with a score higher than 95.
Blue Collar Builders has a BuildZoom score of 135, which places them above 99% of 336,931 contractors in California.

Activity

1 project
 2021
Our building permit records indicate that Blue Collar Builders has worked on at least 1 project over the past year.

Pricing

1 project
 $20k-$50k
Value Not Public: 0 projects
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Blue Collar Builders Reviews
4.5 out of 5 stars, based on 13 reviews

  • By
    April 16, 2018
    Verified Hire
    Kitchen Remodel project

    We had a flood near the end of January (tubing from an undersink water filter came loose), ruining the bottom cabinets in our kitchen and damaging four other rooms. We were also anxious to get the repair work done within two months because of a previous commitment to provide lodging in our home to two people. Thump'r of Blue Collar Builders came out to look and took interest in our plight. He had a short window to help (another job was put on hold, because of delays not related to Blue Collar Builders) but pledged to the get the job done on time. It was not easy -- a 70-year-old set of cabinets, poorly designed, had to be redesigned and built from scratch. At our request, the crew managed to save our previous doors and drawers from a refacing project seven years ago. But it all worked out, on time, thanks to the creativity and flexibility of the BCB crew. Five stars.
  • By
    August 30, 2017
    Considered for Home Addition and Kitchen Remodel

    Told PO to go get expensive print outs of plans before they would even consider the project - John Gardner
  • By
    August 18, 2017
    Considered for Bathroom Remodel
  • By
    July 11, 2017
    Considered for Shower Replacement
  • By
    February 25, 2017
    Verified Hire
    bathroom remodeling project

    We are very happy with Blue Collar Builders for our project.
    The project included remodeling part of the master bathroom (completely new shower, keep the same jacuzzi, new wall and floor tile, and change shower and jacuzzi hardware).
    We interviewed many contractors and get estimate from ~7-9 contractors. The estimate we got from Thumper (the owner), was in the middle range.
    However, we liked his attitude, the obvious knowledge and the detailed proposal.

    We hired him and never had any regrets. It was headache free project, very organized, on-time and beautifully implemented. His team (Chris, Carlos & Jason) are very nice and very friendly people who gave me many suggestion, and I feel complete trust in their implementation. At the end the bathroom looks gorgeous. Highly recommend.
  • By
    October 7, 2016
    Backyard Deck and Gazebo
    100 days
    Verified Hire

    I contracted Blue Collar Builders through BuildZoom mid 2015. Blue Collar Builders was one of five contractors I interviewed and requested bids from for a backyard project that entailed replacement of a redwood porch deck and a redwood gazebo as well as a stone path connecting the two. I selected Blue Collar Builders primarily because Thump'r listened carefully to my plans and my requirements but also suggested options that would make the project more appealing in years ahead. Their quotation was not the cheapest but was not out of line compared to others either.

    I am happy that I selected Blue Collar Builders for this project. Their workmanship is excellent, detailed, and of the highest quality. The new structures will likely outlast my house. They recommend and use the best materials that the project budget will allow. I have received many compliments from friends and family on the high quality of the structures.

    I didn't give them a 5-star "Highly Recommended" rating because the 2 month project turned into a 3.5 month project due to them having insufficient staffing due to conflicting project schedules. This meant I couldn't use the new structures for late summer gatherings as originally planned. The project was also ~30% over the original budget. However most of that was due to normal project quoting adjustments as well as agreed-upon mid-project scope changes.

    I do recommend Blue Collar Builders if you have a home project that demands high quality. However I also recommend up front due diligence when agreeing upon a price and schedule.
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  • By
    April 29, 2016

    I couldn't be happier with my Whole House Fan & installation. The company went over & above what I expected. Very neat, clean & fast. I would recommend Blue Collar Builder.

  • By
    March 11, 2016

    Got in contact with us the exact same day!
  • By
    October 24, 2015

    Received a call and spoke to Thumper? Odd nickname. He was nice but job location is too far and the job is too small. He recommended I find a local contractor to do the work.

  • By
    September 27, 2015
    Finish attached garage
    $20,000
    Verified Hire
    Best Contractor Ever

    We can’t say enough wonderful things about Blue Collar Builders. My wife and I were looking to have our garage renovated earlier this year and we found Blue Collar Builders on buildzoom.com. Very professional and skilled at what they do. We were so happy with the progress and final results of our “new” garage.

    Blue Collar Builders did a complete renovation of our garage, and I do mean complete.
    They reinforced the ceiling and added drop down ladder access to the attic for storage, insulated all the walls and ceiling, put up drywall with a nice smooth finish and did numerous electrical, plumbing and gas line improvements. They even discovered and fixed a few unsafe (and I mean very unsafe) “improvements” the previous homeowners had done on their own. I’ve never encountered a contractor who was so willing to go the extra mile for his clients.

    If you’re looking for a contractor with integrity, professionalism, genuine skill, the flexibility to work with the clients’ needs and clean up after the end of each day, I would look no further than Thump’r and team.

    I should add that during the garage remodel job my wife was pregnant with my first child. We also have three indoor cats that are always looking for a way to get outside. The men made every effort to make sure our cats didn’t escape, worked their schedule around ours and made sure the house and garage was left clean at the end of each day’s work. I can’t begin to tell you how important this was to us.

    We were so impressed with Thump’r and Joe’s work, we had them come back in June to take a look at some plumbing problems in both bathrooms, again from “improvements” made by the previous owners. They were able to repair the valves and install new fixtures and re-plumb parts of the bathroom in minimal time.

    We can’t thank Thump’r and Joe at Blue Collar Builders enough for all they’ve done and we know who we’ll call the next time we need a contractor. Beautiful work guys.
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  • By
    August 1, 2015

    Thump'r couldn't find parking in my neighborhood and left before we met
  • By
    February 4, 2015
    yard & porch
    $25,000.
    143 days
    Verified Hire
    The contractor you can count on!

    I hired blue collar builders to do my back yard, front yard, front porch on mobile home. Also had both sides of house done. They exceed my expectation With awesome work. Turn my home from dirt in front and back yard to a dream, not to mention the new porch, now everyone that drives by does a double take look cause it looks fanatic! You would never know it was the same house. Pavers done in the back with planter box, grass with garden in front. Tex's porch with new railing.and much more.... They came when they said they would, cleaned up everyday when finish for the day You can't go wrong hiring blue collar builders. I'm so happy with there work Can't wait for warm weather to enjoy my new everything!!!! Thank you blue collar builders!
  • By
    August 29, 2014
    tilebalcony project, patch and texture on drywall, other misc projects
    $$2500
    3 days
    Verified Hire

    I contacted BuildZoom a couple months ago for help with a bath remodel. Several contractors contacted me and Blue-Collar (Thump'r) was one of them. I called Thump'r back and spoke about the job that I wanted done. I really felt very comfortable talking to him and made an appointment for him to come to my home. We discussed several projects that I want to have done. He has completed the tile project on my balcony and it is so beautiful! He did an excellent job! My plants, bistro set and bbq grill look so good out there! I had kitchen countertops installed in my kitchen (prior to Thump'r - really wish I had known him then!) and they left my wall a mess. Thump'r said he could fix that along with some other minor things around the house! He has done a fabulous job and I am keeping him around for my bath remodel at the end of the year! He and his crew are very personable and warm! They are hard workers and do a fantastic job! I am definitely going to refer him to my friends and neighbors! They are already asking me for his contact info! One more thing - last Saturday evening one of my shelves in my master walk in closet fell with all my clothes and shoes tumbling out on the floor! I didn't know what to do. I took a chance and called Thump'r early Sunday morning and left a message telling him what happened. He called me back later that morning and took time out of his Sunday morning to come by and fix my closet so I could get my clothes off my bed and hung back in the closet! Wow!! I am very impressed for the level of service that he has and is providing me! Who you gonna call? Thump'r!!.

    A very satisfied customer!
    Marva S.

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Notable Building Permits filed by Blue Collar Builders

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1 & 2 family detached dwellings
907 Garden Dr, San Jose, CA, 95126
2021-07-09
Garage conversion & new garage with calcs scope of work: 1) garage conversion to new master bedroom suite 2) building a new attached 2 car-garage install water heater and plumging fixtures revised scope of work: foundation to be pier and grade beam 10-1-05-18...wn
Valuation:
$45,626
Permit #:
2017 041104 RS
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Single-family
Building Type:
N/A
1 & 2 family detached dwellings
647 Navajo Ct, San Jose, CA, 95123
2017-10-31
Major bathroom remodel to hall and master bathroom to include infill wall remove and relocate toilets and shower and tub/shower combo. r/r sinks in same location. addition new led lights new exhaust fan lights switches and gfci receptacles
Valuation:
$15,100
Permit #:
2017 026846 RS
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Single family
Building Type:
N/A
1 & 2 family detached dwellings
426 Curie Dr, San Jose, CA, 95123
2017-12-29
Scope of work 1.) remove existing brick fireplace 2.) remove existing 3040 window and infill 3.) install new wall & new window in front wall 4.) new stucco finish on front walls
Valuation:
$778
Permit #:
2017 016579 RS
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Single family
Building Type:
N/A
1 & 2 family detached dwellings
5344 Meridian Av, San Jose, CA, 95118
2015-05-26
Scope of work: garage alteration 1. new interior attic storage in garage. 2. relocate electrical outlets and lighting. 3. re-route water supply. 4. install 5/8 drywall
Valuation:
$35,728
Permit #:
2015 013744 RS
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Single family
Building Type:
N/A
Building permit
950 S Mc Glincy Ln, Campbell, CA, 95008
2016-06-23
Replace columns at front of building with new columns and guard rails to replace existing
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
BLD2015-01294
Status:
final
Fee:
$567
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
1 & 2 family detached dwellings
3621 Pitcairn Wy, San Jose, CA, 95111
2015-10-20
Main service panel upgade - 200a
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
2015 035490 RS
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Single family
Building Type:
N/A
1 & 2 family detached dwellings
2593 Shilshone Wy, San Jose, CA, 95121
2017-07-24
Subpanel upgrade
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
2017 026473 RS
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Single family
Building Type:
N/A
Tenant improvement over counter
895 B St, Hayward, CA, 94541
2006-02-17
Add interior walls and security gate per plan
Valuation:
$0
Permit #:
BI-2006-0649
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,159
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Electrical permit
895 B St, Hayward, CA, 94541
2006-02-24
Add interior walls and security gate per plan
Valuation:
$0
Permit #:
BI-2006-0727
Status:
final
Fee:
$79
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A

Q&A with Blue Collar Builders Ask a Question

Q:
  What direction must you install "Faced" fiberglass insulation, and for what reasons? What direction must you install "Faced" fiberglass insulation, and for what reasons?
A:
   Faced insulation means one side has a paper backing. Consider the different possible application of install when answering.
Q:
  What would be the number one concern for your costumers? What would be the number one concern for your costumers?
A:
   THE FIRST BUILDING BLOCKS OF SUCCESS THAT SHOULD CONCERN "YOU" ! Most would tell you that a customer's biggest concern is the contractor. Not True! Yes, it's important to research the typical checklist items for: License, Bond, Insurance, Workmen's Comp, References, Judgments, Criminal record, Etc. But really, it will end up being the intangibles, such as: Honor, Honesty, Humility, Integrity, & Work ethic (whether you're watching or not) that will make the biggest difference. These are the thing that neither money can buy nor is any certification able to develop. Find an accomplished contractor that you can trust in conversation. Get a sense of the personality... not just the knowledge of the business issues at hand. Even so, your first concern should be "You" NOT rushing the project. A one month delay or not finishing by Thanksgiving will not even be worthy of memory after years of compliments and the enjoyment of living in the project of your dreams. Do you know what "You" want ? The definition of "Success" will vary from one person to another or even from one company to another, as will the order of priorities considered. In actuality there are (3) major variables to consider when determining how we measure "Value" in achieving success for any contracted building project. And these are: Price, Quality, & Performance. They say in business, "Pick any two." You're NOT going to get an emergency repair of a top of the line faucet installed on new year's eve night for $100. But if you're able to, then know this, you've just contracted with someone who is going out of business soon, operating illegally, or really wants to date your daughter. So ask yourself, "What are my two highest priorities of the three?" If you want great service & quality craftsmanship, then it'll cost you more. If you're willing to forgo both quality and performance, you can get whatever you want cheap & inexpensive too. Choose either Quality or Performance and you're price will probably fall somewhere in the middle of market value with a few frustrations along the way... if you really wanted both. Be honest with yourselves, even Contractors want a Ferrari at a VW Bug price. I've had many customers encourage me to, "Sharpen my pencil" when submitting a bid for a proposed project, and yet all their complaints about previous projects, handymen, and other Contractors were focused on poor craftsmanship, and drawn out time lines of completion dates. Perhaps they would serve themselves better to reconsider their own priorities of what true "Value" is? By attaining clarity first, "Before" submitting your project for bid, you'll be able to mitigate many of the concerns that come about from miscommunication. All too often customers call in Builders before getting their design plans & structural engineering squared away first. If you want personal timelines and project flow to improve from the start, this is the simplest way to enhance that result. Consider the details : Colors / Styles / Size & Length / Shape / Brand / Left or Right / Balanced or Random / Form over Function / Rental, Keeper, or Flip? The list will seem endless, but it's your project. And just like when you were in school, you'll have to do your homework, or pay the price in the frustration of having to make high pressure, need an answer now, decisions down the road. Hope this resonates with enough of you to help prevent the inevitable challenges from becoming problems. Thanks for reading & choosing BuildZoom for your contractor referral need. Thump'r - Blue Collar Builders http://www.bluecollarbuilders.com/
Q:
  Can you paint over wall paper glue? Can you paint over wall paper glue?
A:
   Absolutely NOT ! Unless you're trying to create a antique looking art project? If that is a style you're will to consider, then go for it! (Look through Google images under "Paint Checking" to see what the results could look like.) But if you want a clean looking finished surface, then even if you wash the walls with soap and water or choose to raise them off with some brand of wall paper remover, there will still most likely be a thin film of water based residue left over in one spot after another which will be absorbed into the paint when you apply it. The end result will be unwanted, and varying degrees of paint checking throughout, and you will not be able to correct this problem by putting on additional layers of paint. The only way to block this problem is to wash off the glue as much as you can and then prime the walls first with a paint sealant... preferably one that is designed for the purpose of sealing in wall paper glue. I've had varying degree of success, even with the wall paper sealant primers. Water based Shellac is said to be the best product to use, but be prepared to put on two coats of whatever sealant you use either way. Hope this helps? Thanks for reading, & choosing BuildZoom for your contractor referral needs. Thump'r - Blue Collar Builders http://www.bluecollarbuilders.com/