Site Planning Services in Day Valley, CA

“During the 13 month construction our neighbors would comment, "Your contractors are doing a good job on your house and we're impressed that they are respectful of the neighbors. I like it that they don't play loud music and clean up every day." We were happy to hear that. We are even happier with the results. As the first house in Santa Cruz County to be built (technically remodeled) to the Passive House standards, we enjoy a very comfortable temperature throughout the house AND use much less energy than similar houses in the neighborhood. The biggest challenge was the air tightness requirement for Passive House certification. This was tested with a blower door to verify that the house achieve 0.6ACH50 (131 CFM in our case) which is VERY tight. Achieving this level of airtightness in the house that was originally built in 1922, where we kept the original foundation and framing, has not been done before. Santa Cruz Green Builders also installed the first Heat Recovery Ventilator in this area. The professional who came to commission the HRV commented that our installation was one of the better ones he's observed. So, the point of this paragraph is Santa Cruz Green Builders is not afraid to take on new challenges and achieve amazing results. When you hear the words "green building" it may bring the image of a certain contemporary aesthetic to mind. But our house has the curve appeal of a nice old house -- a 1922 bungalow that has the arts and crafts styling with details in the window trims and flared skirt look on the siding. On the interior we are very happy that Santa Cruz Green Builders talked us into keeping the original floors and refinishing them. The tight grains of old fir is appealing and the polished distressed wood brings out the period style. They carefully deconstructed the house so that original base boards, doors, etc. were re-used. We also selected finishes that reflects the old arts and crafts style. When people come to our house they can't tell what's original and what's new. We like that. True to their name, Santa Cruz Green Builders walk their talk. I can continue with other elements like structured plumbing, gray water, insulation, recycling, etc. If you're curious about that please visit my blog http://http://midorihaus.blogspot.com/”

“A few things to say about Barcci Builders and Bar. I never asked, but Bar was ALWAYS updating mewith day to day updates during the remodel. It was great! I felt so invested and learned so much about the remodeling business. They were great from the very beginning by sending us all the company info prior their arrival. Thank you Barcci !”

“Joey was an awesome contractor. Always on time and very communicative! He and his sub-contractors were professional and very respective. They did an incredible job!!! Joey was always there making sure things were done correctly. I will definitely use him again.”

“Timeline Design designed and build our 6,000 sq ft house. They took our ideas and made them better. As the project progressed they improved the design and solved problems as the reality of the construction unveiled ways to make it better or address issues. This was done as a matter of course, not as a way to jack up the price through change orders. Most of these changes did, in fact, not change the price. Some did require extra or different materials or effort but these only added T&M charges. We are still delighted with our house 7 years after it was completed. Timeline Design still sends people out to fix or address any issues we have as they arise. Timeline Design is an honest, committed and talented designer/builder. I can't recommend them high enough!”

“RMG Designs architected our house addition in San Jose. We found Richa from RMG Designs to be very professional and responsive. She accommodated our suggestion in the drawings.”

“Talmadge Construction did a beautiful job for us on a bathroom project. Jeff is a consummate professional. Communication was clear and ample every step of the way, and craftsmanship was first class. Talmadge Construction is a very well managed company that holds itself to high standards.”

“Marcus has been a great resource in our home building projects. He has a consistently great attitude and willingness to work through any concerns we have about design dilemmas. His tireless efforts to research creative solutions and his commitment to designing what we want has contributed to repeated successes in our projects. We worked with him on three whole house remodeling projects, a small office addition and a condo remodel.”

“Excellent and quality work. They really executed and added to our vision for our house, and during the pandemic, they finished on time”

“Jonathon, who is LEED-Homes accredited, designed many site elements for my home. I now celebrate under the dappled shade of a beautiful pergola/trellis which bridges my Santa Clara yard. His work for me began when I sought a talented designer in order to effect needed privacy in my yard for which he designed sustainably-harvested wood gates. I am looking forward to Jonathon working on my Tahoe residence!”

“This kitchen looks beautiful. It has nice colors to go with each other and it seems empty of decoration a little but is able to pull it of well with it's elegant but homy feeling.”