a General Contractor with Solid Experience and Integrity

Forest Construction Company, Inc. was established in 1949 by John Forest Rice and is currently owned and operated by his son, James A. Rice. Jim began his career in the construction industry as a youngster, assisting his father with his general contracting business. Today, Forest is one of the area's strongest and most respected contracting and remodeling firms. The company's main office is conveniently located in Somis, California, just a few minutes drive from its sister company, Showcase Kitchens & Baths, Ventura County's largest and most modern kitchen and bath showroom, located on Ventura Boulevard in Camarillo.

     

SOLID REPUTATION

Forest Construction is very well established as a builder of quality custom homes, residential additions, commercial improvements, kitchens and baths as well as disaster reconstruction. Recognized by Remodeling magazine as one of the top remodelers in the United States, the company regularly ranks among the nation's top 100 companies in remodeling volume.

Jim Rice and his strong management team have continued to build the company's excellent reputation for integrity and service, and are known by their suppliers, subcontractors and local building departments for thier dependability. They'll be happy to provide you with their "Earned Reference List" of satisfied customers in every community in Ventura County and show you examples of finished projects, large or small, so you can see for yourself the quality of design, construction, and value they provide.

COMMITMENT TO QUALITY

The people at Forest Construction believe in delivering personalized service and quality regardless of the project's size or budget. All work must meet their high standards of appearance and workmanship. Their goal is to provide the design and the highest value in quality materials and installation possible. Each individual's commitment to excellence and attention to detail ensure the final result.



"Professional
experience, planning,
and pride are the
raw materials of a job
well done and
a satisfied customer."

CAPABLE AND CARING PEOPLE

The strength of any company is the skill and character of it's people. Forest Construction is a team of capable and caring people you can trust to help you achieve your goals.

Jim Rice has enlisted professional designers, estimators, and crews of skilled craftsmen who can service the most challenging projects. The select group of subcontractors they use are the best you can find, proven over many years.

Only the best independant architectural and engineering firms are associated with Forest Construction to round out their support team. The company's project managers and field employees are not only experienced and good at what they do - they're honest, courteous, and easy to work with. Many of them have worked for Forest Construction for more than ten years.

COMPREHENSIVE SERVICE

Forest Construction provides complete preliminary consultation, design and drafting services, as well as thorough follow-up to each project constructed. They don't merely execute a job right; they plan it thoroughly, follow realistic time schedules, and offer an extra measure of innovation and creativity along the way. During construction, every effort is made to minimize disruption to your family life or business. You can be sure of not only a job well done, but one that is completed on time and within a budget. Because all costs of construction are confirmed up front, you'll get no surprise charges.

BROAD EXPERIENCE

There is practically no building challenge Forest Construction has not encountered over the years. Their long track record of construction experience includes the following types of projects:

  • Room Additions and Remodeling
  • Custom Homes
  • Kitchens and Baths
  • Disaster Reconstruction
  • Insurance Work
  • Schools
  • Restaurants
  • Commercial Construction
  • Tenant Improvements

MATCHLESS GUARANTEE

Forest Construction is licensed, bonded, and insured, with a reputation for standing behind their work. Every step of the design process gets your stamp of approval to ensure that the final result pleases you. All work is done according to current building codes, with permits and inspections as required. When the work is complete, you'll receive warranties and guarantees on both materials and workmanship. They want to make sure you are satisfied and eager to recommend Forest Construction to your friends and associates.

Forest Construction Company, Inc.
3302 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Westlake Village, CA 91362  |  (805) 386-8000