Bay Cities Construction is proud to offer high-quality, premium vinyl windows, that are Made in Southern California - installed in less than a week! Our windows and doors are made of premium quality materials to offer premium performance. We support American Manufacturing by having all of our vinyl windows and doors built right here in Los Angeles. Our team of installers have over 20 years of window installation, rest assured that your new windows and doors will be installed with care and quality in mind.
Our expert installers have over 40 years of combined experience - rest assured, your windows will be installed with care and attention. Our teams are friendly, courteous, and tidy. Your new premium windows and doors will be installed by expert installers that work for us, absolutely no subs! We've been in business for over 20 years and we treat every project as if it were our own home. When you hire Bay Cities Construction you don't just hire a contractor... you get a team of Pros.
Bay Cities Construction is proud to support American Manufacturing, all of our windows and doors are made in Los Angeles. We've partnered with one of Southern California's premier vinyl window and door manufacturer. We only sell, service, and install the highest quality vinyl windows. As a family owned business we know the importance of supporting our local economy. The premium vinyl windows and doors we sell are amongst the best in all American Made windows.
Bay Cities Construction is proud to offer premium wood windows from Pella - we are a Pella Windows & Doors authorized dealer. Pella's wood windows offer a unique combination of beauty and design flexibility that offers unmatched energy efficiency. Pella Architect Series windows are amongst the most customizable in the industry. Available in awning, casement, single-hung, double-hung, and fixed frame construction - with over 20 color options to choose from.
Pros & Cons of Premium Vinyl Windows
If you are considering upgrading your old wood windows - premium vinyl windows should be on the top of your list. Many homeowners are surprised to learn that vinyl windows offer several benefits, despite their low cost when compared to wood-frame windows.
(Pro) Energy Efficiency - Vinyl windows have excellent thermal performance ratings that allow you to save on energy costs in the ling run. Vinyl windows are nothing new, but manufacturers have made several advancements in the last decade. New manufacturing techniques allow for minimized gaping between the windows and the frame, so you won't experience air leakage. Vinyl is also less likely to warp like wood windows or dent like metal windows.
(Pro) Low Maintenance - One of the biggest benefits is that vinyl windows require less maintenance. They are easy to clean, maintain, and even replace, Vinyl is not easily damaged by solvents or cleaners like wood windows, and vinyl is also more durable than most materials. You won't need to repair components of a vinyl windows as much as a traditional metal or wood window.
(Con) Less Color & Trim Options - Vinyl windows come in a few colors (the most popular options are white & almond) but they do not compare to the selection available with wood windows. Limited vinyl styles can be a negative for most homeowners who need to follow a specific design plan.
Installation in One Week (Or Less) - typically our teams take a week to install new windows and doors. When replacing vinyl windows, there are two installation methods to choose from. The first is called a pocket installation. In this method, only the sash of the old window is removed and the new window slides neatly into the existing frame. This is a great option if you want to try and preserve existing trim or are replacing a similar-sized window into the opening.
A full-frame installation method removes the entire window, including the window frame and trim. This method allows for greater design flexibility, as you can change not only the window, but also the frame and trim colors and styles. This method takes longer and requires more work both inside and outside the home, but includes the installation of a new window, trim and insulation. This can be an especially ideal choice if energy efficiency is a concern. Other window installation firms only do pocket installs so they won't have to deal with any trim or stucco repairs. Bay Cities Construction is proud to offer full-frame installation, our teams will also handle trim and stucco repair along your new premium windows.
Bay Cities Construction is consistently ranked as one of the best Kitchen & Bath Remodelers in the South Bay. For the last 20 years we have proudly served El Segundo, Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, Redondo Beach, Torrance, Palos Verdes Estates, Rancho Palos Verdes, Rolling Hills, Rolling Hills Estates, and Santa Monica. We are proud of all the kitchens & baths we have designed and built over there years - here are just some of the few we are especially proud of.
Many times, people begin their construction process by requesting quotes from a bunch of different contractors. Truth be told, the process should as you’re looking for the contractors. There is a criteria that one should follow to protect themselves and their home.
Below, are 9 things to keep in mind when you’re researching a General Contractor:
Bay Cities Construction is a California State Licensed General Contractor (CSLB#842614) specializing in Kitchen & Bath Remodels, Home Remodels, Home Additions, ADUs, and even seismic retrofits.
Bay Cities Construction only installs Made in USA windows
The planning stages can be just as stressful as the remodeling process. Sitting down with a contractor to discuss price, materials needed, and length of project can be very intimidating for some. Here is a brief explanation of some of the things people find confusing.
In construction, an estimate, bid, quote, and proposal can take on different meanings depending on who is using the terms. Some construction professionals use the words “estimate” and “quote” interchangeably, while a bid or proposal may turn into a contract if the customer signs it.
To further simplify it, it’s a lot like the difference between Coke, cola, soda, and pop- it all depends on where you are and who you are talking to, but we can all agree that you won’t get a glass of milk when you order one.
Now, putting all of the confusion aside, below are what we consider the most widely accepted definitions:
Quote
Estimate
Bid
Proposal
While the difference between a construction estimate, quote, bid, and proposals /contract may be obvious, it's important to know in which context your contractor is using these words. It is crucial to the seamlessness ultimate success of your remodeling project.
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