Title 24, Part 6 of the California Code of Regulations, known as the California Building Standards Code or plain old “Title 24,” governs the construction of buildings in California, including those dealing with energy efficiency standards. The standards establish a minimum level of building energy efficiency. Title 24 has received more prominence lately due to…
Guidelines for Revitalizing an Aging Home Are you ready to remodel your aging home but aren’t sure where to start? After 68 years of collective experience in working with older homes, Acton ADU has learned how to control costs and maximize value by anticipating, uncovering and solving potential issues before they occur. Here are just a few…
Eight factors to consider when determining if you need a new roof It’s a common question and a homeowner concern. When is the right time to reroof a home? We’ve outlined several factors below that should be taken into consideration when making this decision. Pitch:The pitch of your roof is the angle at which the…
This is often one of the first questions we get when we meet with a potential client interested in a home remodeling project. And like any good question, it begs one (or two or three) in return. Our questions involve trying to find out what problems the homeowner is hoping to solve and what their…
With soaring demand and high housing costs, Northern California homeowners have long needed a solution to the housing crisis. What many of them are learning is that adding an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) can create extra living space on their property and even provide a new source of income. San Jose’s City Council has also…
More and more homeowners see the value in adding an ADU to their property—particularly in California where we arguably have some of the most expensive residential property in the country. To combat financial challenges and land shortages, ADUs are serving many purposes, depending on homeowners’ needs throughout their lives. To find out why homeowners might want…
Photo Courtesy of Tiny House Talk Silicon Valley has had a long history of high liv In case you’re one home trend behind, ADUs are supplemental residential structures. They typically attach to a main home or are detached from it. ADUs can be furnished to be a home-away-from-home for in-laws or out-of-town guests, rented out…
Follow the Transformation of this Los Gatos Mother-in-Law Suite ADU’s (Accessory Dwelling Units) are becoming more and more popular in California as rising home prices, lack of inventory and a growing interest in rental incomes create the perfect opportunity for California homeowners to earn extra income while providing affordable housing to the surrounding community. ADU Laws…
Stroll through your neighbor’s kitchen or take a look around your own house and chances are you will see counters littered with the electronic gadgets of everyday life. Keeping cell phones, Ipods and tablets close at hand in rooms that get a lot of usage makes sense. But we don’t necessarily need to see all…
When you begin your search for a new home, there is a lot to consider, including where you want to live, how much you can afford, and how much work you want to put into it. And, there is also the important need to assess a new home based on your current and future lifestyle…
Many homeowners hesitate to take the first step towards a kitchen remodel because they doubt that the anticipated project cost will fit their budget. While some of us truly do have “caviar tastes on a tuna fish budget,” taking the time to determine a scope of work is a great way to find out if…
Are you contemplating a kitchen remodel? Great decision. According to a recent survey by the National Association of Home Builders, kitchens are still one of the most popular rooms to remodel with 78% of NAHB Remodelers performing kitchen remodels during the previous calendar year. Due to the evolution of our lifestyle, the kitchen is now…
