(916) 397-4760

Sacramento's Structural Contractor - Built Different

Framing / Repair / Seismic Retrofitting / Historic Preservation
DC Custom is a licensed Sacramento structural contractor serving homeowners, investors, and commercial clients across Sacramento County and surrounding communities. From load-bearing wall removals to full seismic retrofits, we deliver code-compliant structural solutions — on time, documented, and built to last.
(916) 397-4760
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15+

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500+

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About us

WE DO THE HARD STUFF

Most structural contractors in Sacramento are either pure engineering firms (they draw plans but don’t build) or general contractors who subcontract structural work. DC Custom is the contractor who shows up, builds, and takes responsibility for the structural outcome.
Our work spans the full structural lifecycle of a Sacramento property – from the initial framing of a new addition to the long-term seismic reinforcement of a pre-1960 home. Code-compliant, documented, and built to last.

SERVICES

01

STRUCTURAL FRAMING

From room additions and ADUs to fulli new-build framing, we construct structurally sound frames that meet Sacramento's code requirements. We cover wood framing, roof framing, floor systems, wall systems, and addition framing.

02

Structural Repair

Sagging floors, failing joists, damaged beams, subfloor rot — we diagnose the root cause and fix it at the structural level. Our repair work is our most requested service because structural problems don't wait.

03

Structural Retrofitting

California homeowners face real seismic risk, and Sacramento's clay soils amplify it. We install shear walls, hold-downs, cripple wall bracing, and foundation anchoring systems that meet current California seismic code.

04

Structural Inspection & Engineering

Before you buy, remodel, or permit — get a structural assessment from a contractor who understands what they're looking at. We provide pre-purchase inspections, load-bearing wall evaluations, and permit-ready structural reports.

Why Sacramento Property Owners Choose DC Custom

WE DO THE HARD STUFF

01

Most structural contractors in Sacramento are either pure engineering firms (they draw plans but don’t build) or general contractors who subcontract structural work. DC Custom is the contractor who shows up, builds, and takes responsibility for the structural outcome.

Code-Compliant, Every Time

02

Every project we deliver is permitted, inspected, and documented — including stamped structural drawings where required. We understand Sacramento’s building department process and don’t cut corners that come back as failed inspections.

Preservation-Aware

03

We’re one of the few structural contractors in Sacramento who understands how to work in historic buildings without compromising their designation, their materials, or their architecture. This matters more than most property owners realize until it’s too late.

FOR COMPLEX SACRAMENTO PROPERTIES

Specialized Structural Solutions

Sacramento presents a unique blend of architectural legacy and volatile delta soils. Because of the engineering and permitting hurdles involved, most local contractors actively avoid historic restoration and deep foundation repair.

Historic Building Structural Preservation

Sacramento's Midtown, Land Park, and East Sacramento neighborhoods contain some of California's most intact pre-1960 housing stock — Craftsman bungalows, Victorian-era homes, and unreinforced masonry commercial buildings. Most structural contractors aren't equipped to work inside these structures without damaging their historic fabric. We are. We use preservation-grade methods, era-compatible materials, and coordinate directly with Sacramento's Historic Preservation Office when required.

Residential Foundation Underpinning

Sacramento's expansive clay soils cause foundations to sink and settle - sometimes slowly over decades, sometimes suddenly after a wet season. Underpinning is the permanent structural fix: we drive helical or push piers past the unstable clay to stable bearing soil or bedrock below. We handle permits, stamped structural drawings, and full documentation.

Service Areas

DC Custom serves homeowners, investors, and commercial clients across Sacramento County and surrounding communities. From historic neighborhoods to new developments, we deliver code-compliant structural solutions.

HISTORIC NEIGHBORHOODS

Midtown, Land Park, East Sacramento, Curtis Park, Boulevard Park, Alkali Flat

SACRAMENTO METRO

Natomas, Oak Park, Arden Arcade, Elk Grove, Citrus Heights, Folsom, Roseville

EXTENDED COVERAGE

Sacramento County and Placer County for select projects

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Frequently Asked
Questions

What does a structural contractor do that a general contractor doesn't?
A structural contractor specializes in the load-bearing elements of a building — foundations, beams, joists, framing, shear walls, and seismic systems. General contractors coordinate overall construction; structural contractors have the specialty knowledge and licensing to diagnose and repair problems that affect a building’s structural integrity and safety.
Yes, virtually all structural work in Sacramento requires a permit from the Sacramento Building Department. This includes load-bearing wall removals, seismic retrofits, foundation repairs, and framing for additions. DC Custom handles the full permit process, including stamped structural drawings where required.
Common signs include cracks running diagonally from door or window corners, doors or windows that stick or won’t latch, visible sagging in floors or ceilings, gaps between walls and ceilings, and foundation cracks — especially horizontal cracks in basement or crawl space walls. A structural assessment will identify the cause and necessary repair scope.
Scope varies widely. A foundation underpinning project typically takes 2–4 days. A full seismic retrofit averages 3–7 days. Major framing projects for additions scale with the project. We provide a timeline estimate as part of our free assessment.
Yes. We serve commercial tenants doing tenant improvements, commercial property owners with structural maintenance needs, and commercial investors evaluating or repairing existing buildings. Commercial structural assessments and permit-ready documentation are part of our service offering.
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About Sacramento

Sacramento, the historic capital of California, is an energetic metropolis celebrated as America’s Farm-to-Fork Capital. Positioned at the confluence of the Sacramento and American Rivers, it offers tree-lined urban neighborhoods, robust economic opportunity, and exceptional cultural attractions.

Parks and Recreation

Outdoor recreation centers along the 32-mile American River Parkway (Jedediah Smith Memorial Trail), a paradise for cyclists and kayakers. In the urban core, residents enjoy the botanical wonders of Capitol Park and the expansive zoo and lakes at William Land Regional Park.

Transportation

Sacramento is an interstate crossroads connecting Interstate 80, Interstate 5, and U.S. Route 50. Public transit is supported by the comprehensive SacRT Light Rail and Bus system, regional Amtrak lines, and Sacramento International Airport (SMF).

Schools and Education

Top educational frameworks are managed by the Sacramento City Unified School District alongside neighboring suburban districts. Renowned higher education is provided by California State University, Sacramento (Sac State) and the medical research campus of UC Davis Health.

Shopping and Amenities

Shoppers flock to downtown’s entertainment nexus at DOCO (Downtown Commons) surrounding the Golden 1 Center, and the premier retail corridors at Arden Fair Mall. Regional agriculture is showcased at the bustling year-round Midtown Farmers Market.

Health Care

World-class acute care and trauma services are anchored by the nationally ranked UC Davis Medical Center, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, and Mercy General Hospital.

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