Your Backyard, Actually Built for Entertaining
Don’t compromise on quality. Hire only the best.
One licensed and insured general contractor for the whole job — design, permits, framing, plumbing, electrical and finish work. CSLB License #1107930. You get a single point of contact, a written schedule and crews we manage ourselves.
General contractingFiber cement, James Hardie, engineered wood, stucco repair and vinyl siding installation across the East Bay. New siding seals out water intrusion and dry rot, improves insulation and fire resistance, and resets your curb appeal in one project.
Siding servicesRoof replacement and leak repair in Walnut Creek and Contra Costa County — architectural shingles, tile, metal and flat TPO systems. We inspect decking, flashing and attic ventilation first, so we fix the cause of the leak instead of covering it.
Roofing servicesWhole-home remodeling and room additions — open-concept layouts, structural beams, new windows, HVAC and full interior finishes. We sequence every trade under one contract so a multi-room renovation finishes on schedule.
Home remodelingDetached, attached and junior accessory dwelling units built to current California ADU law — plans, permitting, foundation, utilities and finishes. Add rental income, house family close by, and gain permitted, appraisable square footage.
ADU constructionComplete yard transformations — paver patios, retaining walls, walkways, driveways, drainage, irrigation, sod and drought-tolerant planting. Proper grading keeps water away from your foundation while turning unused yard into space you use.
Hardscaping & landscapingHouse painting inside and out, with the prep that makes it last: pressure washing, scraping, caulking, patching, priming and two finish coats of premium paint. Clean lines, protected trim and siding, and a color consultation first.
Painting servicesTurn an underused garage into a legal studio, in-law suite, home office or gym. We level the slab, frame and insulate to code, then add HVAC, dedicated circuits, plumbing and egress windows — the fastest way to gain permitted square footage.
Garage conversionsCustom kitchen remodeling from layout to final trim — cabinets, quartz countertops, tile backsplash, lighting, plumbing and electrical. We open closed floor plans, add the storage you actually need, and deliver the strongest resale return in the house.
Kitchen remodelingWalk-in showers, freestanding tubs, double vanities and heated tile floors, built on waterproofing that lasts. Full bathroom remodels, tub-to-shower conversions and ADA-friendly upgrades, with permits pulled and moisture-proof framing behind every wall.
Bathroom remodelingPaver and stamped concrete patios, retaining walls, stone veneer, fire pits, outdoor kitchens and seat walls. Compacted base, correct slope and proper drainage keep the surface level for years instead of cracking after the first wet winter.
HardscapingHardwood, engineered wood, luxury vinyl plank, tile and carpet installation, including subfloor leveling, moisture barriers and stair treads. New flooring ties rooms together, stands up to pets and kids, and is the first thing buyers notice.
Flooring installationInterior painting for single rooms or the entire house — walls, ceilings, trim, doors, cabinets and accent walls. Surfaces are patched, sanded and primed, floors and furniture masked, and every edge cut in by hand.
Interior paintingCustom redwood, cedar and composite decks, plus railings, stairs, pergolas and multi-level builds on sloped Bay Area lots. Engineered footings, code-compliant framing and hidden fasteners give you outdoor living space that stays solid for decades.
Deck buildingService Finance Company, LLC is a nationally licensed sales finance company providing outstanding financial solutions to homeowners looking to invest in their homes.
Choose from a variety of loan term options to find the one that fits your financial plan best — so your home improvements work with your budget, not against it.
Get a fast credit decision with a simple, streamlined application process. Less waiting means you can start your project sooner.
Unlike traditional financing methods, you don't need home equity to qualify. Open the door to improvements regardless of how long you've owned your home.
Service Finance offers competitive rates to ensure your home improvements are both beneficial and affordable — maximizing the value of every dollar.
From energy-efficient upgrades to a complete home makeover, Service Finance LLC provides financing solutions so you can invest in your home without the financial worry.
Built for How You Actually Live Outside
An outdoor kitchen isn’t just a grill shoved against your fence. It’s a fully functional cooking and entertainment space that keeps you outside with your family instead of running back and forth to your indoor kitchen all night. In Contra Costa and Alameda Counties, where the weather cooperates eight to ten months out of the year, a well-designed outdoor kitchen becomes the most-used part of your home.
We build outdoor kitchens that handle California’s dry summers and wet winters without falling apart. That means outdoor-rated appliances, properly sealed countertops, gas connections that meet code, and electrical work protected from moisture. You end up with a space that works safely and reliably from the first cookout, not something that starts breaking down after one season.
Regardless of if you’re working with a compact patio or a sprawling backyard, we design around your space, your budget, and how you actually plan to use it. No cookie-cutter setups. No overselling features you’ll never touch.
What You Gain Beyond a Grill
More Than a Grill and Some Concrete
A functional outdoor kitchen needs three things working together: appliances that can handle the outdoors, materials that don’t crack or fade under California sun, and utilities installed correctly the first time. Most projects include a built-in grill, counter space for prep work, and storage to keep tools and supplies organized. From there, you can add a sink (which requires plumbing), a refrigerator (which needs dedicated electrical), or bar seating for guests.
The structure itself matters more than most people realize. We use steel framing or concrete block—never wood. Wood warps, rots, and creates a fire hazard when you’re dealing with open flames and high-BTU grills. Countertops get sealed properly so water doesn’t seep in during winter rains. Gas lines are sized correctly and installed by licensed professionals, not someone’s cousin who “knows how to do it.”
Placement makes a huge difference too. An outdoor kitchen placed too far from your back door turns into a hassle. You’ll make fewer trips if your kitchen’s close enough to grab things from inside without hiking across the yard. We also factor in wind direction so smoke doesn’t blow straight into your house or your neighbor’s yard. These aren’t things you think about until it’s too late, but they’re the details that separate a kitchen you actually use from one that sits empty.
What's Included in Your Outdoor Kitchen
Every outdoor kitchen we build starts with a consultation where we walk your property, talk through how you plan to use the space, and figure out what makes sense for your budget. We’re not here to upsell you on features you don’t need. If you’re not going to use a pizza oven, we’re not going to push one on you.
Most of our clients in Contra Costa and Alameda Counties go with a setup that includes a built-in grill, prep counter, storage cabinets, and either a sink or a small refrigerator. That covers the basics and keeps the project manageable. From there, some people add bar seating, a second burner, upgraded lighting, or a pergola for shade. It depends on how much outdoor cooking you actually do and whether you’re planning to sell in the next few years.
We handle all the utility work—gas lines, electrical, plumbing—and we pull the permits so everything’s done to code. That matters more than you’d think. Skipping permits might save a few hundred dollars now, but it can kill a home sale later when the buyer’s inspector flags unpermitted work. We also coordinate inspections and make sure everything passes the first time, so you’re not dealing with callbacks or failed sign-offs. Once the build’s done, you get a finished outdoor kitchen that’s ready to use, fully permitted, and built to last more than a couple seasons.
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