You probably love the home that you live in, but for one reason or another, it may not be meeting all of your needs or the needs of your family. Your family might have grown or it could be in the process of...
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With winter coming to a close and spring just around the corner, many homeowners are starting to think about their spring-cleaning routine. The spring provides a good opportunity to get things back in order...
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Foundation problems can be some of the most troubling issues for any structure. If you have a problem with the foundation of your home, then it is important to get the problem addressed as soon as possible. A...
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When it comes to home improvement projects, replacing the old windows in the home is probably one of the least exciting options. Most people want to do things like a kitchen remodel or install shiny new...
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As the holidays approach, you may want to consider a home improvement project as your holiday gift for the home. Everybody can enjoy improvements that make the house more practical and attractive and many of...
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San Francisco can be a great place to live. However, we do live in an area that is prone to earthquakes and this means that we need to do what we can to be prepared for a potential disaster. If you are a...
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As far as construction jobs go, a bathroom remodel is a small-scale project. But that does not in any way diminish the importance of the job itself. To a California homeowner, getting a bathroom remodeled is...
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Any remodel or home improvement project is going to have a lot to offer the homeowner. However, most people only approach the project from the aspect of the functional benefits or the improvement in the way...
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California is one of the most pleasant places to live but is a state that is at continuous risk for earthquake damage. That’s why certain precautions have been developed to reduce the risk of damage to...
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Have you noticed anything strange about your home lately? Are your windows or doors hard to open or close? Does it just feel like things are just a bit “off”? If you place a ball on the floor will it roll...
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There are many benefits of installing metal garden gates. Metal garden gates not only are beautiful but are sturdy and fully functional; your new garden gate is a good way to add security to your home by...
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If you are reading this then you probably are looking for a contractor that can fix your foundation problems, and be assured you came to the right place. Cracks in your walls, foundation, and un-level cakes...
Learn MoreDRAINAGE SYSTEM Excavate across the foundation, to allow the installation of a French drain system and a secondary solid drain line. Install a waterproof drain panel adjacent to the foundation where...
Learn MoreGOOD STEPS IN REMODELING CONDOMINIUM, CONVERSION: Install a new front wrought iron fence with automatic electric gate opener. Provide 4 remote openers for owners. Remove the existing asphalt driveway slab...
Learn MoreRemove the existing roofing, step flashings & 7 rows of siding adjacent to the left side of house where leaks were found. Install a new vapor barrier over wall sheathing. Install 30lb. roofing felt over...
Learn MoreIf you think its expensive to hire a professional contractor in California, wait until you hire an amateur contractor inspecting, house on the hill side. There is a need in construction and engineering for...
Learn MoreBest sound advice from and Expert foundation contractor is to not remodel your kitchen until RE LEVELING: Typically you will notice on the hill side homes, Part of the living room and entry have settled and...
Learn MoreTypical Berkeley/Oakland FOUNDATION RETRO-FIT Install 5/8″ diameter, anchor bolts epoxied into the foundation around the perimeter at 4′- 0″ on center spacing Install, 16 HD2A Simpson, hold...
Learn MoreRemove the existing support post for the little L-shaped fence in the right side yard. Excavate as required for the installation of new posts. Install new redwood or pressure treated posts, set in concrete...
Learn MoreENTRANCE PORCH Remove the existing slate from the entrance porch, perform an inspection of the existing waterproof membrane below this area to determine if replacement is required. Also inspect the flashing...
Learn MoreAn itemized list / cost breakdown, more often than not is used against the contractor when it is shared with other builders who will then beat it. Good contractors use good people, and good people cost more....
Learn MoreThese are the 18 plus reasons to fire your contractor, but consult your attorney and another reputable contractor that can help you in that process. 0- Contractor who ends up not having a licence and a...
Learn MoreFOUNDATION UNDERPINNING Foundation Underpinning is used to increase foundation depth, or repair faulty foundation. Excavation will be adjacent to the exterior foundation. Each excavation will extend to a...
Learn MoreFOUNDATION HAUNCHES Perform excavation to allow for the installation of the concrete haunches adjacent to the existing foundation to stabilize the original foundation, and allow for a jacking pad for the...
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