Gloworm Construction | General Contractor & Siding Services in El Cerrito, CA

Meet the Team

Gloworm Construction, based in El Cerrito, CA, is a family-owned general contracting company founded by Russell Gonzalves, a lifelong Bay Area resident with over 20 years of experience fixing up homes. The business is named in honor of his mother, Gloria, whose nickname 'Gloworm' inspired the company’s warm, community-focused approach. Specializing in bathroom and kitchen remodeling, building additions, deck construction, and siding installation, repair, and replacement, Gloworm also handles structural repairs, fences, gates, and new structures like ADUs and modular homes. Russell’s team is known for meticulous attention to detail, such as sealing cut ends of siding, back priming, and properly sealing fasteners to ensure homes are watertight. They guarantee all work for 10 years and pride themselves on transparent pricing with no hidden costs. When not working, Russell enjoys fishing, camping, and spending time with his son, reflecting his commitment to family and nature. Serving El Cerrito and the surrounding Bay Area, Gloworm Construction focuses on high-quality service and customer satisfaction, making homes both beautiful and functional.