Additions Contractor in Burlingame

We serve Northern California across three regions: the San Francisco Bay Area (six counties from Alameda to Santa Clara), Greater Sacramento (Sacramento out to Roseville, Folsom, and Davis), and the Central Valley (Stockton to Modesto). Our crews are based in Castro Valley. We handle permits and know the building codes for each jurisdiction, which matters because requirements and fees vary significantly between cities.

We offer $0-down financing with approved credit, 12-month same-as-cash plans, and extended terms up to 15 years for larger projects. You only pay for completed, inspected work — we never ask for full payment before the job is done. Your project manager will walk you through every option during your estimate appointment. We also accept checks, ACH, and all major credit cards.

Yes. CSLB License #1078806 — verify it anytime at cslb.ca.gov. We carry $2M general liability, full workers’ comp, and are bonded per California law. We hold GAF Master Elite, Owens Corning Preferred, CertainTeed ShingleMaster, and James Hardie Elite Preferred certifications — each requires annual training and quality audits to maintain. We’re happy to provide proof of insurance before any work begins.

Most exterior projects in Northern California require a building permit. Fees vary by city — Oakland runs $200–$600, Peninsula cities often more. We handle the entire permit process: application, plan submission, and scheduling inspections. Permit fees appear as a separate line item in your estimate so you’ll see every cost upfront. For homes in WUI fire zones (Berkeley Hills, Oakland Hills, parts of Marin), we ensure full compliance with local fire-rated material requirements.

Home additions in Burlingame typically cost $200-$500 per square foot depending on scope and finishes. A second story addition usually runs $250,000-$500,000. With median home prices at $2,400,000 in Burlingame, adding space is often more economical than moving. Free consultations available.

Most single-story homes in Burlingame can support a second story addition with proper structural engineering. We evaluate your foundation, framing, and local zoning during our free consultation. Many homes in Burlingame Village have successfully added second stories.

Most home additions in Burlingame take 3-6 months from permit to completion. Second story additions are typically 4-6 months. We handle all San Mateo County permits and manage construction so you have one point of contact.

Yes. We handle all permitting for home additions in Burlingame and San Mateo County — architectural plans, structural engineering, and city submissions. We work with Burlingame planning departments regularly.

In most cases, yes. We phase construction to minimize disruption. For second story additions, there may be a brief period where certain rooms are inaccessible. We create a detailed plan before starting so you know exactly what to expect.

Yes, all home additions in Burlingame require building permits from San Mateo County. We handle permit applications, structural engineering, plan check responses, and all inspections. Our CSLB #1078806 license covers the full scope of work.

This depends on your lot size, foundation, and zoning in Burlingame. Ground-floor additions use yard space but avoid structural upgrades. Second stories preserve yard but require foundation evaluation. We assess both options during consultation.

Many Burlingame homes built in the 1920s-1940s Craftsman and Tudor homes in established neighborhoods era may need foundation reinforcement for a second story. Our structural engineer evaluates your existing foundation and designs any necessary upgrades. This assessment is part of our design process.

Home additions in Burlingame typically return 50-70% of their cost at resale. In the Peninsula market at $2,400,000 median values, added square footage directly increases your home's competitive position and livable space.

Yes, our architect-led design-build team creates addition plans that integrate with your existing Burlingame home's architecture. We handle design, engineering, permits, and construction under one contract for a seamless experience.