{
  "name": "Santiago Quintero",
  "@type": "Person",
  "@context": "https://schema.org",
  "jobTitle": "Team Member",
  "worksFor": {
    "url": "affordablehomeremodeling.com",
    "name": "Affordable Home Remodeling",
    "@type": "Organization"
  },
  "telephone": "8008710300",
  "areaServed": {
    "name": "Tustin",
    "@type": "City"
  },
  "knowsAbout": [
    "General Construction",
    "Contraction Services",
    "Home Improvement",
    "Kitchen Improvement",
    "Bathroom Remodel",
    "Home Construction",
    "Home Remodeling",
    "Residential Remodeling",
    "Housing Solutions"
  ],
  "description": "Santiago Quintero is the Owner of Affordable Home Remodeling, a family-owned construction company in Southern California. Mr. Quintero brings decades of experience to the home remodeling industry, having been involved in construction from a young age. He co-founded the company with Cary Quintero, and their mission is to establish high standards for quality and accountability in home improvement projects. Santiago specializes in guiding property owners through every detail of construction, from initial planning to project completion. He focuses on constructing high-quality homes and tailored housing solutions for investors and government affordable housing initiatives. Under his leadership, Affordable Home Remodeling delivers services founded on integrity, dependability, accountability, and exceptional client service. The company is fully licensed and insured, upholding high standards of professionalism and safety, and is grateful for the trust clients place in their work. To learn more or discuss a project, contact Affordable Home Remodeling directly.\n\nSantiago Quintero is the Owner and co‑founder of Affordable Home Remodeling, a family‑owned general building and remodeling contractor serving homeowners, investors, and housing partners across Southern California. He leads all phases of the business, from client consultation and project planning through construction management and final closeout, with a focus on quality, accountability, and long‑term client relationships.\n\nBackground and experience\nSantiago has been involved in construction since his late teens, beginning his career at age 17 working for another family‑owned contracting business where he learned the trade hands‑on. Over the following decades he progressed through field roles into project leadership and business ownership, gaining broad experience in residential new construction, whole‑home remodeling, additions, and specialized work such as ADUs, kitchens, bathrooms, roofing, painting, and window/door replacements. That long, practical background informs his approach to budgeting, scheduling, and risk management on every project.\n\nFounding and leadership of Affordable Home Remodeling\nTogether with Cary Quintero, Santiago founded Affordable Home Remodeling to create a contractor that combines the responsiveness of a small, family‑run operation with the discipline and documentation expected on larger jobs. As Owner, he:\n\nSets company standards for workmanship, safety, and professionalism.\n\nOversees estimating, scope development, and contract clarity so clients understand costs and timelines up front.\n\nManages key client relationships, especially for investors and multi‑project partners who need consistent results across properties.\n\nEnsures projects are executed in line with California building codes and licensing requirements.\n\nThe company operates under a California General Building Contractor license (License #736771), which is publicly listed in connection with Affordable Home Remodeling’s work in Cerritos and surrounding areas.\n\nSpecializations and project focus\nWhile Affordable Home Remodeling serves a wide range of residential clients, Santiago has developed particular expertise in:\n\nWhole‑home remodeling and additions – reconfiguring layouts, expanding square footage, and modernizing older homes.\n\nKitchens and bathrooms – custom cabinets, counters, tile, plumbing and electrical updates, and walk‑in showers.\n\nADUs and investment properties – designing and building detached and attached ADUs, garage conversions, and rental‑ready units that meet local zoning and code requirements.\n\nInvestor and affordable‑housing oriented work – delivering durable, cost‑effective construction solutions for landlords, small portfolios, and projects aligned with government or programmatic affordable housing initiatives.\n\nThis mix of high‑end custom work and value‑driven, program‑compliant construction allows Santiago to serve both homeowners seeking premium upgrades and investors focused on ROI and compliance.\n\nOperating philosophy and client service\nSantiago’s stated mission centers on raising the baseline for quality and accountability in home improvement. He emphasizes:\n\nIntegrity and transparency – clear scopes, realistic timelines, and honest communication about trade‑offs and change orders.\n\nDependability – showing up on schedule, maintaining consistent crews, and following through from estimate to warranty.\n\nAccountability – taking ownership of outcomes, addressing issues quickly, and standing behind work with labor warranties.\n\nClient service – keeping owners and investors informed, responding promptly to questions, and designing solutions that fit their goals and budgets.\n\nClient testimonials highlight Santiago and Cary’s responsiveness, custom craftsmanship (especially in kitchens and bathrooms), and ability to complete substantial remodels within compressed timeframes.\n\nLicensing, insurance, and professionalism\nAffordable Home Remodeling operates as a licensed and insured contractor in California, with its general building license (No. 736771) publicly associated with the company’s projects in Cerritos and the greater Southern California region. Santiago maintains a focus on:\n\nCompliance with CSLB licensing rules and building codes.\n\nProper permitting and inspections for structural, electrical, plumbing, and roofing work.\n\nSafety protocols and trained crews to reduce risk and protect clients’ properties.\n\nThis formal structure supports the company’s positioning as a professional, long‑term partner rather than a casual or unlicensed operator.\n\nCommunity and market context\nBased in the Cerritos/Orange County area, Santiago’s work aligns with strong local demand for:\n\nADUs and accessory housing, driven by California state law and city‑level incentives.\n\nInvestment and rental housing, where durable, code‑compliant construction directly affects cash flow and asset value.\n\nAffordable and mixed‑income housing initiatives, where experienced general builders are needed to deliver program‑compliant units on time and on budget.\n\nSantiago’s background in both custom residential work and investor‑oriented construction positions Affordable Home Remodeling to participate in these segments while maintaining the family‑business level of personal service.\n\nContact\nFor more information about Santiago Quintero or to discuss a remodeling, ADU, or investment‑property project, interested parties can contact Affordable Home Remodeling directly through the company’s website or listed business channels in Cerritos, CA.",
  "hasCredential": [
    {
      "@type": "EducationalOccupationalCredential",
      "credentialCategory": "License #736771"
    }
  ]
}