Our History

Good Life Construction History

Good Life Construction is a family-owned general contractor and construction company based in Sacramento, California. As part of the Good Life Group brand family, we share a commitment to quality service, strong values, and lasting customer trust.

The Vision Behind Good Life

“The purpose of Good Life is to honor God by serving people well — caring for our customers, employees, and community with the love, integrity, and excellence Christ calls us to live out.”

Dmitriy Tupikov
Founder, Good Life Construction

Our History

Built on Faith, Family, and Service

Good Life Construction began with residential repairs and home improvement projects and grew through years of hands-on experience, strong customer relationships, and a commitment to dependable work.

The timeline below shares the people, decisions, and milestones that shaped the company from its founding in 2009 to where it is today.

Good Life Construction Milestones Since 2009

Dmitriy Tupikov working on a deck during the early years of Good Life Construction

2009

Founded by Dmitriy Tupikov

Good Life Construction was founded in 2009 by Dmitriy Tupikov in the Greater Sacramento area. The company started with residential repairs, dry rot repairs, termite damage repairs, exterior repairs, and home improvement projects.

Early Good Life Construction renovation work

2010

Early Renovation Work and First Employee

The company expanded into bank-owned and foreclosure renovation projects, including full home renovations connected with Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac properties. That same year, Oleg Shalimov joined as one of the company’s first employees and remains with the team today.

Dmitriy and Alex Tupikov together

2011

Incorporated and Joined by Alex Tupikov

In 2011, Good Life Construction incorporated, and Dmitriy invited his father, Alex Tupikov, to join as co-owner. The company also opened its first office and grew to about 10 employees across administration, sales, accounting, and field support.

Good Life Construction residential improvement project

2012

Growing Local Reputation

By 2012, the contractor was earning strong local reviews and building trust as a Sacramento-area home improvement company. Its customer service, internal structure, and project operations continued to develop as demand increased.

Good Life Construction team during its early growth

2013

North Highlands Office and Future Leadership

The company moved to 6525 32nd Street, Unit A, North Highlands, CA. That same year, Mike Lazurka joined as an apprentice, beginning his path from field work into company leadership.

Good Life Construction commercial renovation project

2015

Commercial Construction Expansion

The business expanded into commercial work, including tenant improvements, capital improvements, commercial property repairs, and renovation projects for businesses and property-owner clients.

Good Life Construction leadership following the North American Home Services acquisition

2016

North American Home Services Acquisition

Dmitriy and Alex Tupikov acquired North American Home Services, the company where they had originally started their careers. During the transition, Steffen Gilbert, formerly General Manager of North American Home Services, joined Good Life and later became Vice President.

Good Life Construction headquarters on Madison Avenue in North Highlands

2019

Madison Avenue Headquarters

The construction company moved to 3720 Madison Avenue, Suite #250, North Highlands, CA. This location became an important headquarters for operations, project coordination, and continued service across Greater Sacramento.

Good Life Construction apartment balcony and exterior repair project

2020

HOA, Property Management, and SB 721 Repairs

The company expanded deeper into HOA, property management, apartment community, multifamily, and commercial property work, including capital improvements, balcony repairs, exterior repairs, and SB 721-related repair projects.

Good Life Group companies and leadership team

2023

Part of Good Life Group

Good Life Construction became part of Good Life Group, joining Good Life Restoration, Good Life Inspections, and Good Life Pest Solutions as a family of local property service companies. Each company focuses on its own specialty across construction, restoration, inspections, and pest solutions.

Mike Lazurka, General Manager of Good Life Construction

2025

Mike Lazurka Becomes General Manager

On January 1, 2025, Mike Lazurka became General Manager after growing from apprentice into company leadership. By 2025, the company had grown to approximately 65 employees.

Good Life Construction team in 2026

2026

Continued Growth to 80 Employees

By 2026, the company had grown to 80 employees, strengthening its capacity to serve homeowners, HOAs, property managers, apartment communities, commercial clients, and businesses across Greater Sacramento.

Good Life Construction Today

Today, Good Life Construction is a trusted Sacramento general contractor serving homeowners, property owners, HOAs, property managers, and commercial clients.

Our experience includes:

  • Residential construction
  • Commercial construction
  • Remodeling
  • Repairs
  • Reconstruction
  • Dry rot and termite damage repairs
  • Decks, siding, balconies, and property improvement projects

As we continue to grow, our purpose remains the same: serve people well, deliver quality work, and build lasting trust.