RAAM Construction, Inc.

Throughout our years in the industry, RAAM Construction has partnered with developers, owners, architects, engineers, non-profits and government agencies to deliver the very highest quality of work for projects that promote historic preservation, revitalization and build a sense of community. From self-performing work to pre-construction services to developing strong relationships with local vendors, we complete projects on time and within budget. Interested in learning more about our services? Visit our website at www.raamconstruction.com

#DidYouKnow that RAAM Construction, Inc. has been in the industry for nearly two decades? Our firm's focus is in the construction of multifamily and affordable housing projects throughout California. Do you need an experienced general contractor for your next project? Call us today at (626) 219-6580

We are highly specialized in historical preservation and renovation projects; a rare skill that enables us to navigate the complexities of these delicate projects. Our team is fortunate to have tremendous specialized expertise in this sector, making us the go-to resource for developers and owners of historic sites and properties throughout California. Looking for a GC for your next historical reservation project? Contact us today!

Project Highlight: Summit Grove in Pasadena, California. In 2018, RAAM completed the construction of Summit Grove, a 21-unit moderate- and low-income apartment community with a mix of one two-bedroom and 20 three-bedroom units. Amenities at the community include communal outdoor space, tall ceilings and large windows, private balconies, a secure parking garage, and close proximity to Old Town Pasadena. ... To see other projects completed by RAAM, click the "Project Highlights" tab in our bio!

We focus on high-quality delivery and exceptional results! RAAM Construction offers a breadth of services as well as in-house experts that yield higher quality cost savings, and enhanced time management for developers and owners. Interested in learning more about the services we offer? Contact us today!

As the COVID-19 pandemic progresses into its seventh month, "healthier buildings" have been top of mind for multifamily property owners and tenants, alike. Multifamily owners and developers are increasingly turning to contractors for innovative solutions that increase physical distancing and decrease shared contact surfaces - a common demand in the "new normal". RAAM Construction has used several smart, cost-efficient techniques, even before the pandemic, including HEPA filte...rs, UV lamps and also the use of copper for common areas, which has been proven to effectively kill viruses. Looking for an experienced general contractor for your next project? Click the link in our bio. #raamconstruction #construction #affordablehomes #multifamily #affordablehousingsolutions #commercialrealestate #generalcontractor #historicpreservation #affordablehousing #sustainability #pasadena #opportunityzones #construction #affordablehousing #seniorhousing

Construction Best Practices Involve your general contractor in the earliest stages. Working with a GC early on in the initial design and planning stages will allow that contractor to value-engineer the process and determine which essential materials can be replaced with lower-cost options, as well as help to avoid change orders that can cause construction delays and unnecessarily increase costs.... Continue to follow RAAM's highlight reel for more Construction Best Practices. #raamconstruction #construction #affordablehomes #multifamily #affordablehousingsolutions #commercialrealestate #generalcontractor #historicpreservation #affordablehousing #sustainability #pasadena #opportunityzones #construction #affordablehousing #seniorhousing

Happy Motivation Monday! At RAAM Construction, we provide exceptional work at a fair price while staying true to our values of collaboration, transparency, integrity, and an unyielding commitment to quality. Need a general contractor for your next project? Click the link in our bio.... #raamconstruction #construction #affordablehomes #multifamily #affordablehousingsolutions #commercialrealestate #generalcontractor #historicpreservation #affordablehousing #sustainability #pasadena #opportunityzones #construction #affordablehousing #seniorhousing

With RAAM Construction, what you see is what you get. The RAAM team is composed of tenured professionals that understand our Client's business and are highly specialized in historical reservation and renovation projects. At RAAM Construction, we pride ourselves in our ability to collaborate. By working closely with all stakeholders and maintaining a consistent understanding of regulations and trends affecting the industry, RAAM is Southern California’s first choice in general... construction projects. Contact us today for your next project by clicking Contact in our bio. #raamconstruction #construction #affordablehomes #multifamily #affordablehousingsolutions #commercialrealestate #generalcontractor #historicpreservation #affordablehousing #sustainability #pasadena #opportunityzones #construction #affordablehousing #seniorhousing

At RAAM Construction strive to deliver the very highest quality of work and exceptional results for our Clients . We offer a multitude of services as well as in-house experts that yield higher quality, cost savings, and enhanced time management for developers and owners. Our services include: budgeting and estimating, forecasting and scheduling, design collaboration and specialty trades. ... Interested in working with us? Click the link in our bio. #raamconstruction #construction #affordablehomes #multifamily #affordablehousingsolutions #commercialrealestate #generalcontractor #historicpreservation #affordablehousing #sustainability #pasadena #opportunityzones #construction #affordablehousing #seniorhousing

With so many people working from home over the last several months, multifamily owners are recognizing the potential for capturing a new group of renters by adding amenities that office building owners offer to streamline the workday for tenants. These amenities are ideal for all residents, but especially remote workers. RAAM stands at the ready to construct and install these amenities for multifamily projects. Take, for example, the tech amenities offered at Marengo Avenue T...ownhomes, a group of luxury market-rate for-sale townhomes we constructed in Pasadena, California. The property features electric car-charging stations, Ring doorbells and Nest thermostats to make working from home a safe, comfortable, and convenient experience. Click on the link in our bio to learn more about this project. https://zcu.io/spzM #raamconstruction #construction #affordablehomes #multifamily #affordablehousingsolutions #commercialrealestate #generalcontractor #historicpreservation #affordablehousing #sustainability #pasadena #opportunityzones #construction #affordablehousing #seniorhousing

Historic preservation and renovation is our specialty. Our team is fortunate to have tremendous specialized expertise in this sector, making us the go-to resource for developers and owners of historic sites and properties throughout California. Evanston Court (pictured here) in Pasadena, California included the renovation of the Historic Evanston Inn into five two-bedroom/two-bathroom residential condominiums at Evanston Court, along with the construction of eight new resid...ential condominiums. Interested in seeing more of our historic preservation projects? Click the link in our bio. https://zcu.io/eLw8 #raamconstruction #construction #affordablehomes #multifamily #affordablehousingsolutions #commercialrealestate #generalcontractor #historicpreservation #affordablehousing #sustainability #pasadena #opportunityzones #construction #affordablehousing #seniorhousing

Project Highlight: Decker Court & Gill Court in Pasadena, California RAAM Construction completed the relocation and preservation of Pasadena’s iconic Queen Anne style Decker House into two affordable townhome developments. The properties consist of 16 two-story townhomes, nine at Decker Court and seven at Gill Court, with a shared driveway.... Aimed at qualified low-income homebuyers, Decker and Gill Court offers a mix of two-, three-, and four-bedroom units, and is situated in close proximity to retail stores, healthcare centers, schools and the 210 Freeway. The affordable townhome developments were built to CAL Green standards, featuring solar panels to enhance energy efficiency and electrical vehicle charging stations. Interested in learning more about this project? Click the link in our bio. #raamconstruction #construction #affordablehomes #multifamily #affordablehousingsolutions #commercialrealestate #generalcontractor #historicpreservation #affordablehousing #sustainability #pasadena #opportunityzones #construction #affordablehousing #seniorhousing

While many sectors in commercial real estate have certainly felt the impacts of the pandemic, senior housing development continues to be in high demand and is forging ahead despite COVID-19 concerns. For example, RAAM Construction is currently working on Arboleda Apartments, a senior affordable housing development in La Puente, California. As the pandemic continues to unfold, mixed-use senior affordable projects hold a lot of promise for the future as baby boomers seek conve...nience in their lives. Arboleda Apartments is expected to be completed in June 2021. Stay tuned for more project updates! #raamconstruction #construction #affordablehomes #multifamily #affordablehousingsolutions #commercialrealestate #generalcontractor #historicpreservation #affordablehousing #sustainability #pasadena #opportunityzones #construction #affordablehousing #seniorhousing

As the pandemic continues to evolve, the safety of our team is a top priority. RAAM Construction has been a leader in developing innovative strategies that reduce team members’ potential exposure to the coronavirus while at work. Through the use of drones, on-site GPS staff-tracking apps and utilization of project tracking-apps, RAAM Construction has protected its team from viral transmission. This means our Clients projects are being completed on time and within budget.... Need an experienced general contractor for your next project? Click the link in our bio. #raamconstruction #construction #affordablehomes #multifamily #affordablehousingsolutions #commercialrealestate #generalcontractor #historicpreservation #affordablehousing #sustainability #pasadena #opportunityzones #construction #affordablehousing #seniorhousing #COVID19 #pandemic #safety #teamwork #team

#FlashbackFriday to when RAAM Construction completed a new affordable housing development in the heart of Pasadena, California. Decker & Gill Court, located at 1665 N. Fair Oaks Ave. is a 16-unit project with two townhomes that are available to qualifying low-income buyers. Interested in learning more? Be sure to click the link in our bio. ... #raamconstruction #construction #affordablehomes #multifamily #affordablehousingsolutions #commercialrealestate #generalcontractor #historicpreservation #affordablehousing #sustainability #pasadena #opportunityzones #construction #affordablehousing #seniorhousing

Team Spotlight: RAAM Construction's CEO, Richard Lara. Richard's philosophy is that strong communities are built by people who share their knowledge and experience with others, and who care deeply about creating quality environments for living, working, and relaxing. His special interest in multi-unit projects has resulted in increased quality housing opportunities for seniors and low-income families. #FunFact: Richard graduated from Cal Poly Pomona University with a degree... in engineering. To learn more about our fearless leader, click the link in our bio. https://zcu.io/a32D #raamconstruction #construction #affordablehomes #multifamily #affordablehousingsolutions #commercialrealestate #generalcontractor #historicpreservation #affordablehousing #sustainability #pasadena #opportunityzones #construction #affordablehousing #seniorhousing #CEO #founder #leader #leadership #teamspotlight

Happy Friday from the team at RAAM Construction! RAAM's CEO, Richard Lara, recently spoke with Multifamily Executive about smart, cost-effective construction techniques to deploy in the "new normal." Click the link in our bio to read the full article.... In the feature story, Richard discusses the different strategies general contractors are implementing to deliver healthy apartment communities that reduce the risk of airborne illnesses while still functioning as comfortable, welcoming and aesthetically pleasing homes for renters. https://zcu.io/yVNW #raamconstruction #construction #affordablehomes #multifamily #affordablehousingsolutions #commercialrealestate #generalcontractor #historicpreservation #affordablehousing #sustainability #pasadena #opportunityzones #construction #affordablehousing #seniorhousing #COVID19 #healthybuildings #pandemic