Penn Valley · Lake Wildwood · Nevada County · Sierra Foothills
Your Home Matters.
So Does the Way It’s Built.
Custom homes, major remodels, kitchens, additions, decks, docks, and outdoor living spaces — planned carefully, priced honestly, and built with the craftsmanship your home deserves.
A Clear, Honest Start
A Clear, Honest Way to Start a Major Home Project
Major residential construction is personal. It affects your home, your budget, your daily life, and the way you’ll live for years to come.
Talon Construction Company helps homeowners plan and build custom homes, major remodels, structural updates, kitchens, additions, decks, docks, and outdoor living spaces with clear communication from the start. We define the work carefully, explain the decisions ahead, and help you understand what is realistic before construction begins.
No pressure. No vague promises. Just careful planning, honest expectations, and work built to last.
What We Build
Built for Homes That Need More Than a Quick Fix
Talon Construction Company focuses on serious residential projects where planning, coordination, and craftsmanship matter.
Custom Homes
From site planning to finish details, Talon builds custom homes with practical planning, strong coordination, and long-term durability in mind.
Whole-Home Remodels
For homes that need a full transformation, we help organize the scope, sequence the work, and manage the moving parts.
Kitchens & Interior Remodels
Beautiful, functional spaces designed around the way you actually live — with clear expectations on scope, finishes, and construction impact.
Additions & Structural Changes
When your home needs more space or a new layout, Talon brings the planning and construction experience needed to do it right.
Decks, Docks & Outdoor Living
Outdoor spaces for Penn Valley, Lake Wildwood, and foothill living — built for use, comfort, and the realities of local weather and terrain.
Exterior & Home Systems Work
Siding, windows, doors, roofing coordination, drainage, grading, and the behind-the-scenes details that protect the home over time.
How We Work
A Better Project Starts With a Clearer Conversation
Before construction begins, homeowners deserve to understand the scope, the process, the likely decisions ahead, and the realities that may affect cost or timing.
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We Listen First
We start with your goals, your concerns, your property, your budget range, and what you’re hoping the finished project will solve.
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We Look at the Reality of the Work
Before making big promises, we look at the existing conditions, likely challenges, access, structure, utilities, finishes, and project complexity.
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We Define the Scope Clearly
A strong project starts with a clear scope. We break down the work so you understand what is included, what is not, and where decisions still need to be made.
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We Communicate Honestly About Cost and Changes
Construction involves decisions. Sometimes conditions change. Talon’s job is to keep those conversations clear, documented, and handled before they become surprises.
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We Build With Accountability
From groundwork to finish work, we coordinate the trades, protect the site, and stay focused on the details that matter.
Our Standard
Honesty Before the Hammer Swings
The best time to talk about budget, scope, schedule, allowances, unknowns, and trade-offs is before construction begins.
That’s why Talon Construction Company is direct from the start. If something needs to be clarified, we say so. If a decision affects cost or timing, we explain it. If a project needs more planning before it is ready to build, we would rather have that conversation early than surprise you later.
Integrity is not just how a project looks at the end. It is how the work is discussed, priced, managed, and communicated all the way through.
Local Expertise
Built for Penn Valley, Lake Wildwood, and Foothill Living
Homes in Nevada County come with their own realities: slopes, access, weather, drainage, lake-area requirements, aging structures, second-home owners, remodel logistics, and the need for durable materials.
Talon Construction Company brings local experience to projects throughout Penn Valley, Lake Wildwood, and the surrounding Sierra Foothills — helping homeowners plan with both vision and practicality.
Why Talon
Why Homeowners Choose Talon Construction Company
- Clear Scope We believe homeowners should understand what they are agreeing to before work begins.
- Honest Communication We explain the realities of construction plainly — including cost, timing, decisions, and changes.
- Complex Project Experience Custom homes, whole-home remodels, structural work, kitchens, additions, decks, docks, and outdoor living spaces.
- Local Accountability Talon is based in Penn Valley and built on long-term relationships, repeat clients, and reputation.
- Licensed General Contractor California Licensed General Contractor · CSLB #397350
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of construction projects does Talon Construction Company specialize in?
Talon Construction Company specializes in custom homes, major remodels, additions, interior renovations, decks, docks, outdoor living spaces, finish carpentry, masonry, and electrical work.
We’re best suited for homeowners who value craftsmanship, thoughtful planning, and a higher level of finish — not primarily a handyman or small-repair contractor. The best fit is typically a meaningful investment in the property, whether that starts as a focused project or grows into something larger.
What areas does Talon Construction Company serve?
Talon Construction Company serves Penn Valley, Lake Wildwood, Nevada City, Grass Valley, and the surrounding Nevada County foothill communities, with a particularly deep track record in Lake Wildwood.
Local experience matters most on custom homes, remodels, additions, decks, and docks, where terrain, access, and rural utilities can add real complexity to a project.
Is Talon Construction Company a licensed contractor?
Yes. Talon Construction Company is a California licensed general contractor, CSLB #397350.
The team is led by Mike Novo, together with Erik Oxenbol and Jordon O’Hara, bringing hands-on construction knowledge, project leadership, and the level of craftsmanship expected on a custom home or major renovation.
How does a project with Talon Construction Company get started?
With a conversation about your property, your priorities, and the scope you’re considering — see How We Work above for what happens after that.
Ready to talk it through? Tell us about your project below.
Why do homeowners choose Talon Construction Company for custom homes and major remodels?
Homeowners choose Talon Construction Company when they want more than someone who can simply complete a list of tasks.
Talon has built a strong local reputation throughout Penn Valley and Nevada County for craftsmanship, attention to detail, and the ability to execute complex residential projects. Mike Novo, Erik Oxenbol, Jordon O’Hara, and the Talon team work closely with clients and trade partners so the finished project reflects both the homeowner’s vision and the standard Talon puts behind its name.
Start the Conversation
Tell Us What You’re Thinking About Building
You do not need to have every detail figured out. Start with what you know — the home, the idea, the problem you want to solve, or the project you’ve been considering.
We’ll follow up to talk through the basics, answer early questions, and help you understand the next practical step.