Bay Cities Construction Blog

Property owners and managers have plenty of options to choose from when it comes to waterproofing a deck or balcony. So how do you choose the best waterproofing product?

If you want to maximize the service life of your balcony or deck annual maintenance and a complete resurfacing every five (5) years. Luckily several companies manufacture coatings and building materials that are used when waterproofing decks and balconies.

If you own or manage a multifamily property you've probably heard about the so-called 'balcony inspection bill. So just what are SB721 and SB326?

In this article we will cover the basic mandates established by California Senate Bill 721 and Senate Bill 326, when they came into effect, and how they impact apartment and condominium owners.

Just last week my team and I were in fabulous Las Vegas, NV. No, we weren’t there to play in the World Series of Poker, we were in town to attend Construction + Design Week 2023. Our team attended Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS), the International Builders Show (IBS), the National Hardware Show (NHS), The International Surfaces Event (TISE) where we saw amazing building materials.

Balcony decks are beautiful and can offer personal outdoor space, but did you know that they require annual maintenance? Most owners are unaware of this or simply neglect to do so which can then lead to expensive repairs.

The Waterproofing layer of decks and balconies can be very expensive to replace especially when there is water damage due to deferred maintenance. We’ve written this article to help owners determine what type of deck they have, what type of maintenance it requires, and how much it costs to repair a waterproof deck.

Home remodeling prices keep going up with no signs of stopping, learn how much you can expect to pay for a kitchen  bath remodel in 2022

The start of the year brings new design trends for home & kitchen. Our latest article compiles the top 10 interior design trends you should expect to see more of this year. 

There are many options to choose from when it comes to selecting new windows for your home, everything from vinyl to aluminum. However, wood windows continue to be a timeless choice that can be customized to fit almost any window style. If you live in an area like Palos Verdes Estates & Rancho Palos Verdes with strict architectural guidelines, then this article is for you! We'll educate you about the many benefits and features wood windows offer, as well as how to navigate those pesky guidelines. 

When homeowners are looking to make their kitchen bigger, removing or relocating a wall becomes part of the equation. But, is it within budget? All homeowners try to gauge how much they can renovate with the amount of money they have saved up, but sometimes the budget is too tight to get everything on the wish list.

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For every household, the bathroom is one of the most frequently used rooms in the entire house. It serves as everyone's escape from all of the noise and distraction in the living room, kitchen, or even bedrooms. This is the one place in your home where you can get some alone time and organize your thoughts. 

If your home has vaulted or cathedral ceilings, you already know that things can get toasty in the summer. This article is for homeowners that want to insulate their ceilings, without having to install new drywall that covers exposed members. Is there a way to fix heat trapped in high ceilings? Can 'purple panels' help with insulation? Here we'll show you how Structural Insulation Panels (SIPs) can help insulate your home without changing your existing ceiling.