Foundations · Drilling · Concrete · Hillside
We build where the ground says no.
SAWA is a Pasadena general contractor specializing in hillside lots others turn down, from deep foundations to full ground-up builds, delivered on time and on budget across Southern California.
Licensed, Bonded & Insured · CSLB #1114721 · Free consultation
Who We Are
A Pasadena builder for the terrain everyone else avoids.
SAWA Construction creates strong, reliable structures with deep expertise in foundation, concrete, and drilling. From ground-up developments to demanding hillside builds, we bring precision, innovation, and decades of combined hands-on experience to every project.
We're a focused, owner-led firm. Every project carries our name, so we engineer it like it does.
Our Expertise
Eight disciplines. One standard of precision.
Grading & Foundation Work
Foundations · Shotcrete · Waterproofing
Drilling & Structural Support
Hillside Drilling · Retaining Walls · Structural Walls
Concrete & Hardscape
Stamped Concrete · Driveways · Pools & Spas
Framing & Structural Builds
Lumber Framing · Metal Framing · Plywood
Demolition
Structural · Hazardous Materials · Asbestos
Utilities & Infrastructure
Sewer · Electrical · Water
Street Work & Paving
Curb & Gutter · Base Compaction · Asphalt
Roofing & Waterproofing
TPO · Torch-Down · Shingle & Tile
Why Build With SAWA
Credentials you can verify. Results you can stand on.
On-Time & On-Budget Guarantee
We commit to a schedule and a number, and we hold both. No surprises, no compromises.
Licensed, Bonded & Insured
Fully licensed under CSLB #1114721, bonded and insured on every engagement.
OSHA & BBB Accredited
An accredited safety program and a documented commitment to quality and integrity.
Award-Winning Craftsmanship
Recognized among Southern California's top commercial builders and hillside specialists.
Client Trust · Testimonials
“They told us the hillside lot couldn't be built on. SAWA showed us the engineering, held the schedule, and delivered exactly what they promised.
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