Frequently asked questions

To keep both our clients and staff safe, we currently asked all our staff to wear protective gear, practice social distancing, and minimize touching surfaces when in our client's homes. We also keep monitor the number of staff members that come to a construction site. We do this to limit the number of people working on a project.

Yes. Since early March 2019, we've made virtual appointments available to our clients. We're doing everything we can to ensure the peace of mind and safety of our clients during this pandemic season so if you have a specific request as it relates to a COVID safety procedure for your remodeling project, contact us and let us know.

Yes. We do not charge you to get an estimate or talk with us about your project. If you do receive a quote from us and decide not to work with us, as much as we would love to earn your business, you do not owe us anything.

Yes, we can come in and finish an ongoing project if you are unhappy with the contractor you are working with.

We cannot fire a contractor for you but if you have already requested that the contractor stop working for you, then we can come in and would be more than happy to finish the project.

Yes, we are! We carry a class B - General Building Contractor license, carry General Liability insurance coverage of up to $2,000,000, and provide worker's compensation to our staff. You can view all this information on the CSLB website.

Payments for a remodeling project are due whenever each stage of the official scope of work is completed. The duration of each stage of work is unique for each project. We prefer to accept payments in check or cash.

We've published an article on titled 'An overview of the remodeling process in the Bay Area'. You can read more about how we work and what you can expect when remodeling your home here.

Our design team specializes in Modern, Contemporary, Farm House, and Minimalist designs. Our design team is well versed in a variety of other design concepts. If you need to talk to our design team about your project, book a discover call and ask to speak with the design team.

The price and duration of getting your project rendered in 3D will vary depending on the size and scope of work involved. If you want to get a price for interior design and 3D rendering, contact us and let us know that you're interested in our interior design and 3D rendering service.

Yes. We would be more than happy to work with your designer of choice. Just let our staff know that you already have designs ready for your remodeling project.

With enough time, we can include almost anything into the 3D renders. The 3D rendering software allows us to create hyper realistic renders which give you a real life perspective of how your project will look like.

Typically, yes. Each project has a different cost allotted for demolition based on labor cost, dump fees, and insurance costs. If you believe that you can get a better price elsewhere to do demolition, we would be more than happy to pick up the work once the demolition is completed.

This will depend on the type of project but demolition for the typical bathroom, kitchen, and home remodel typically last 1 - 3 days.

Typically, yes unless you're replacing simple fixtures such as light fixtures or base boards. For sections of your property that will require inspection we will need a permit. If you're thinking of doing the demolition for a particular part of your property and are unsure whether you need a permit, give us a call and we'll help you figure it out.

This will typically depend on the scope and size of the project. If we believe that your safety could be at risk by staying in the property during the remodeling process, we recommend that you do not stay in the property.

The best way to know is by preselecting the finish materials you want for your project and getting 3D renderings of your project. Preselecting the materials will allow our 3D designers to incorporate the exact materials you selected for you project so that the 3D rendering will look identical to the finished project.

A full remodel will typically cost between $100 to $200 per square foot, not including the cost of finish materials and appliances. This per square foot cost is calculated based on the cost of demolition, labor, rough material, insurance cost, and profit margin.

Kitchens and bathroom remodels typically add the most value to a home followed by additions.

It is typically more to build a new house rather than remodel an older house. If you're in the process of purchasing a property and need to get an idea of how much it would cost to remodel the old house, contact us and let us know about your situation. Our project managers would be more than happy to help you out with this.

We have partnerships with vendors to offer our clients better than market pricing for most finish materials but if you find a better price for certain things, you can go with whichever vendor you like best.

It is difficult to give an accurate estimate since each project is unique. The best way to get an idea of how long it would take to remodel your home is having one of our project managers come on site and give you a time and cost estimate.

Building an ADU starts off with getting blueprints from a licensed architect then getting those plans inspected by the governing county/city building inspection department. Once the plans are approved, we can give you a cost and time estimate for the construction.

Typically, ADUs take 2 months per 1000 sq. ft. all of which is subject to change if the project is uniquely complex.

Determining where you can build an ADU will depend on the requirements of the governing building inspection department. Typically, you can build an ADU in your backyard, front-yard, above your garage, or convert your garage into a livable space. If you need help determining where to build an ADU in your property, one of our project managers can come out to your property and scope out the best place to build along with giving you a price for the project.

The best way to know is by preselecting the finish materials you want for your ADU and getting 3D renderings of your project. Preselecting the materials will allow our 3D designers to incorporate the exact materials you selected for you project so that the 3D rendering will look identical to the finished project.

Yes, the CSLB requires a general contractor attain permit for all projects over $500. Also, generally speaking, we will need to attain a permit for any work that involves tearing down or building a wall.

Typically, a 100 sq ft addition will take a month to two months to complete.

Yes. We can definitely do upper level additions. It is worth noting that these additions typically cost 25% more than a ground level addition due to added complexity, more materials used, and more labor hours.

Yes. Since additions typically involve building new walls or load bearing structures, we need drawings from a licensed architect and structural engineer to begin our work. If you're unsure of how to determine what licenses or paper work you need to begin an addition, schedule a discovery call and our team will be more than happy to help you figure things out.

Yes, the CSLB requires a general contractor attain permit for all projects over $500. Also, generally speaking, we will need to attain a permit for any work that involves tearing down or building a wall.

Kitchen remodels typically last 6 to 8 weeks. If you need your kitchen to be completed within a specific timeframe, talk to our team to see how we can help.

There are a lot of factors that will determine the price of a kitchen remodel. The largest cost driver of kitchen remodels is the type of finish materials you choose. Finish materials include things like appliances, light fixtures, counter tops, and flooring. The best way to get an price is by scheduling a free discovery call with one of our project managers, telling them about your plans, and having them take measurements of your kitchen.

California building codes require that every major appliance be on a dedicated circuit breaker. If your property is unable to support the new appliances you want to install, we can resolve this issue by replacing your electrical panel.

The best way to know is by preselecting the finish materials and appliances you want for your kitchen and getting 3D renderings of your project. Preselecting the materials and appliances will allow our 3D designers to incorporate the exact materials you selected for you project so that the 3D rendering will look identical to the finished project.

Yes, the CSLB requires a general contractor attain permit for all projects over $500.

Bathroom remodels typically last 4 to 6 weeks. If you need your bathroom to be completed within a specific timeframe, talk to our team to see how we can help.

Typical bathrooms remodels can run $20,000 depending on the size of the bathroom and the materials selected.

Yes, the CSLB requires a general contractor attain permit for all projects over $500 or if the deck is 30 in. above the ground.

This will largely depend on the size of the deck. Book a discovery call and tell our staff about your plans then we can schedule a project manager to come out and give you a time and cost estimate.

We calculate the cost based on the labor, materials, and insurance needed.

The best way to know is by preselecting the materials you want for your kitchen and getting 3D renderings of your project. Preselecting the materials and appliances will allow our 3D designers to incorporate the exact materials you selected for you project so that the 3D rendering will look identical to the finished project.