Concrete Wall Repair, Orinda, CA March 2025
This was trickier than it looked. Required a repair concrete with bonding agents and a fair amount of demolition.
Kitchen Cabinets, Oakland, CA June 2025
This was a straightforward one-day job. Included the stone plywood underlayment. The cabinets were sourced locally.
Hexagonal Mosaic Tile, Albany, CA June, 2025
Done so many of these they’re pretty straightforward. The rule is sanded grout for wider lines. An exception is where you have uneven underlayment and want the grout to dry as you’ve installed it. We used non-sanded, and it took a lot of extra work to push it down. The bullnose on the tile, also, …
Tile Surface Mortar Removal, San Bruno, CA 2025
This client had a tile that was not flush with the others. The bigger issue was they had an unscrupulous tile installer a) sell them on a glossy tile for underfoot (which you don’t do – it should be matte or textured), and b) use mortar for grout. The result was a film that had …
View-Through Stair Rail System, San Bruno, CA 2025
This was a kit sourced from stairwarehouse.com. It came short one post. Will return to complete the down-stair portion and stain it. I was concerned about the newel fastener at the bottom of the post, so I reinforced with lag bolts and low-visibility brackets. The horizontal balustrades provide some reinforcement. In all, I’m pleased with …
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Navigating Remodeling Permits and Contractor Requirements in the San Francisco Bay Area
Navigating Remodeling Permits and Contractor Licensure in the San Francisco Bay Area Home remodeling projects in the San Francisco Bay Area can transform your living space, increase property value, and enhance functionality. However, before you pick up a hammer or hire a contractor, it’s critical to understand when permits are required and whether a licensed …
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