Contrive Builders
Licensed general contractor in Encino, Los Angeles, California
Contrive Builders holds CSLB licence 1051455, active, licensed since 19 Mar 2019, rated 5.0 from 26 Google reviews. Bonded for $25,000 with Western Surety Company. Clean CSLB record, with no citations, complaints or legal actions disclosed.
Report card
- Licence activeCSLB #1051455, class B. Issued 19 Mar 2019, expires 31 Aug 2028.
- Licensed 8 yrsSince 19 Mar 2019.
- Bonded$25,000 with Western Surety Company, since 2 Aug 2025. California requires the same $25,000 bond of every contractor.
- Works aloneExempt from workers' comp: certifies no employees, so nobody else may work on your job.
- Clean CSLB recordNo citations, complaints or legal actions disclosed.CSLB record
- Website shows the licenceTheir own site displays licence #1051455.
- 4 building permits since 2020Pulled under this licence (City of Los Angeles, LADBS), most recently 11 May 2023.
Checked against the Contractors State License Board (CSLB) register on 4 Nov 2026.
About Contrive Builders
- People on the licence
- Youhan Shadrokh (qualifier, CEO and president)
Google reviews
5.0(26 reviews)Nicole Sassounian★★★★★ 8 months ago
I am so thrilled with my new kitchen, thanks to Contrive!! I met with several contractors, but no one was as kind, honest, and enthusiastic as Youhan. He was so responsive and communicative over the phone, and he always kept me updated on progress. He was always professional, both with me as his client and with his workers, who he supervises closely to make sure that everything is going smoothly at all times. If you …
Maryam Noroozian★★★★★ a year ago
Had my two-level house flooring done recently, and it turned out great. The crew worked fast and knew exactly what they were doing. The upstairs came out smooth, and the downstairs looks just as good. The materials feel high quality, and the installation was done on time. Everything came together nicely, and the floors really changed the look of the house. Overall, very happy with the results!
Alfred Hunter★★★★★ 10 months ago
Contrive Builders did a solid job installing the bathroom cabinets. The measurements were accurate, the cabinets were set perfectly, and the finish looks clean and professional. They kept the space neat while working, and made sure everything lined up the way it should. Overall, I’m happy with the quality and the way the project turned out.
Jason Aghel★★★★★ 2 years ago
Contrive Builders installed new vinyl flooring in our office. The work was done efficiently, and the quality is excellent. Very pleased with their service.
Armis Attar★★★★★ 2 years ago
Best contractor I’ve worked with. I’ve had the opportunity to work with many contractors in my line of work and yohan and his team beat the competition out the water. Best price and quality. Look at this roof they did for one of my projects. All in one day
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Recent permits
Building permits pulled under licence #1051455, from City of Los Angeles, LADBS open data. Locations are shown to ZIP code only.
- 11 May 2023 · Bldg-Addition · ZIP 91316(N) TWO STORY ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT ADDITION TO (E) ONE STORY SFD
- 21 Oct 2022 · Bldg-Alter/Repair · ZIP 91356supplemental permit to 22014-20000-01045 to revise the interior layout
- 21 Sep 2022 · Bldg-Alter/Repair · ZIP 91356SUPPLEMENTAL 22014-20000-01045 TO REVISE STRUCTURAL PLANS & CHANGE ENG
- 31 May 2022 · Bldg-Addition · ZIP 91356ADDITION OF 20' x 37'8" (737 SF), AND AN INTERIOR ALTERATION TO CONSIS
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