A Stalled Project Recovered
A local homeowner was in a bind, needing a quality, honest contractor to come help with a stalled project. He had hired a door company to replace 2 sliders, but as soon as they took out the doors they saw … Continued
A Deck To Stand The Test Of Time
I received a referral from our local hardware store. The client had a Philippine mahogany deck that provided many years of enjoyment but was clearly at the end of its lifespan. I waxed all cuts with an Ipe sealer to … Continued
Bathroom With Appeal
Wet and dry rot repairs, porcelain floors, oversized subway tile shower surround to the ceiling, dual cut glass accent niches and back splash tile, brushed nickel hardware and trim, quartz vanity tops, dual under mount basins, Toto and Kohler fixtures, … Continued
Big Return On Investment
I had a client who had a very lovely but outdated home that was about to go on the market, they called me to update it so that the home could be priced higher. They had a limited budget. Instead … Continued
A Low Maintenance Backyard
A long time client needed a new backyard. Before I started the project, the overgrown vegetation was very tall, and there was no place to sit. A friend had told the owner, that a mountain lion could be living in … Continued
Wet And Dry Rot
This home is nestled in a beautiful neighborhood in Livermore. When I first came to the home I found the wood siding was rotting. It was obvious to me that something was very wrong. Upon further investigation with the homeowner, … Continued
Learn More About Mike
I am a general contractor with over 30 years experience. I thoroughly enjoy the renovation process. Bringing new life and usefulness to neglected homes is a satisfying and worthwhile experience for me. I have been creating new layouts and modernizing … Continued
A Big Facelift
In terms of residential projects, this remodel was both elaborate and exciting. My core team has been with me over 10 years, and I was confident that I could deliver a quality home remodel of this caliber. The first part … Continued
A Family Needing More Space
This wonderful family had a home in the Bay Area which they were outgrowing as their boys got older. Instead of cutting into back yard space, we were able to expand onto the side yard to increase the size of … Continued
Emergency Kitchen Repair on a Budget
After Thanksgiving and before Christmas I was invited into a beautiful home in Danville, CA with a water damaged kitchen. The flooring and lower cabinets had to be removed due to a plumbing failure prior to my arrival. Most contractors … Continued