Barnhart-reese Construction Inc

Licensed general contractor in San Diego, California

CSLB licence active3.9(21 reviews)

Barnhart-reese Construction Inc holds CSLB licence 912130, active, licensed since 11 Mar 2008, rated 3.9 from 21 Google reviews. Bonded for $25,000 with Federal Insurance Company. Clean CSLB record, with no citations, complaints or legal actions disclosed.

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Report card

  • Licence activeCSLB #912130, class A, B. Issued 11 Mar 2008, expires 31 Mar 2028.
  • Licensed 19 yrsSince 11 Mar 2008.
  • Bonded$25,000 with Federal Insurance Company, since 1 Jan 2023. California requires the same $25,000 bond of every contractor.
  • Workers' comp insuredFederal Insurance Company, policy 54303192, valid to 1 Aug 2027.
  • Clean CSLB recordNo citations, complaints or legal actions disclosed.CSLB record
  • Website shows the licenceTheir own site displays licence #912130.
  • On the BBB, not accreditedIts BBB rating, complaints and reviews are on its Better Business Bureau profile.BBB profile Complaints Reviews
  • 17 building permits since 2020Naming this business as the contractor (City of San Diego), most recently 2 Jun 2025.

Checked against the Contractors State License Board (CSLB) register on 4 Nov 2026.

About Barnhart-reese Construction Inc

People on the licence
Douglas Edward Barnhart (qualifier), Tamela Barnhart Reese (CEO and president), West Reese (CEO and president)

Google reviews

3.9(21 reviews)
MS Moynul Sabuz★★★★★ 2 months agoView on Google

The professionalism and dedication shown by Barnhart-Reese Construction were impressive. They provided excellent service, maintained high standards, and completed the work beautifully. I would gladly choose them again.

Amanda Cooper★★★★★ 2 years agoView on Google

Barnhart-Reese Construction is a great company; one that I enjoy partnering with. With their professionalism, experience, and knowledge, this company can handle any size build and turn it into a successful completed project. I’ve enjoyed working with them through the years and look forward to upcoming projects with Barnhart-Reese Construction.

Lisa Flores★★★★★ 2 years agoView on Google

We couldn’t be happier with Barnhart Reese! The entire team was a pleasure to work with from the initial start through the final reveal. They listened carefully to our needs and preferences and provided expert guidance throughout the process. The project manager, kept us informed every step of the way and promptly addressed our questions or concerns. The craftsmanship and attention to detail are truly impressive. We…

Alexi Amarista★★★★★ a year agoView on Google

Barnhart-Reese always gets the job done on time, and very effectively. The organization cares deeply about the community, and I look forward to continue working with them in the future.

Sandra Cruz★★★★★ 5 years agoView on Google

Barnhart-Reese is a great construction company to work with, they strive to complete quality work by set deadlines. They are excellent communicators and build with integrity! Always a pleasure to meet with professional leaders.

Read all 21 reviews on Google Reviews and photos from Google, 4 Nov 2026.

Recent permits

Building permits pulled under licence #912130, from City of San Diego open data, which names contractors up to 4 Nov 2026. Locations are shown to ZIP code only.

  • 2 Jun 2025 · Traffic Control Permit · ZIP 92139
  • 20 Mar 2025 · Traffic Control Permit · ZIP 92139
  • 13 Feb 2025 · Traffic Control Permit · ZIP 92139
  • 17 Jan 2025 · Traffic Control Permit · ZIP 92139
  • 5 Nov 2024 · Electrical Pmtor the proposed Tenant improvement to an existing commercial space. Work includes demising walls , new ceiling and lights.

OSHA inspections

US Department of Labor enforcement data, matched by business name and city.

  • 10 May 2022 · Planned1 violation, $3,328 penalty · View on OSHA
  • 10 May 2022 · Planned0 violations · View on OSHA
  • 8 Dec 2020 · Unprogrammed related0 violations · View on OSHA
  • 5 Aug 2020 · Planned1 violation · View on OSHA
  • 6 Feb 2020 · Unprogrammed related3 violations, $1,095 penalty · View on OSHA

Why it ranks #300 of 2,851 general contractors in San Diego

Years licensed weight 3093%
Complaint record weight 25100%
Bond and workers' comp weight 10100%
Google reviews weight 3547%

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