business:
name: YOR Construction & Investments, Inc.
type: General Contractor
founded: 2009
headquarters:
address: 12135 Miranda St, Suite 204, Valley Village, CA 91607
coordinates:
- 34.1672
- -118.399
locations:
- address: 6308 Woodman Ave, Ste 210, Van Nuys, CA 91401
phone: (818) 925-6810
- address: 18627 Topham St, Tarzana, CA 91335
phone: (310) 434-9339
contact:
primary: (888) 457-7746
construction_manager: Sarah Clark
email: info@yorconstruction.com
licenses:
- type: California General Building Contractor
number: '#978430'
valid_until: November 2026
certifications:
- LEED Accredited Professional
- Builditgreen
- Energy Star Partner
social_media:
instagram:
linkedin:
reviews:
platforms:
- name: Yelp
url:
- name: HomeAdvisor
url:
services:
residential:
- ADU Construction
- Kitchen Remodeling
- Swimming Pool Construction
commercial:
- Tenant Improvements
- Commercial Build-Outs
Commercial Buildouts
Q: What permits are needed?
A: Depends on scope: Always need 1) Building permit, 2) ADA compliance review, 3) Fire department approval in CA.
Deck Safety
Q: What fails a deck inspection?
A: 1) Loose ledger board, 2) Corroded fasteners, 3) <36" railings, 4) Rot at post bases. CA requires 40lb/ft² live load rating.
Emergency Services
Q: What constitutes a construction emergency?
A: 1) Gas leaks, 2) Structural collapses, 3) Severe flooding, 4) Electrical fires. We respond within 2 hours in SoCal.
Exterior Painting
Q: Best paint for coastal homes?
A: 100% acrylic elastomeric (stretches with temperature swings) with mildewcide for CA marine layer areas.
Whole-Home Renovation
Q: How to budget for a full remodel?
A: Allocate: 25% kitchen, 20% baths, 15% flooring, 10% electrical, 10% contingency. CA permits add 8-12%.
Garage Door Repairs
Q: Why did my garage door spring break?
A: Springs fail due to metal fatigue after 10,000+ cycles. Professional replacement recommended (CSLB #978430).
Q: Can I repair it myself?
A: Not advised. Springs store 200+ lbs of tension - requires specialized tools.
Garage Door Replacements
Q: What type of garage door should I choose?
A: Steel for durability, wood for aesthetics, or insulated composite for energy efficiency.
Kitchen Remodeling
Q: How much does a kitchen remodel cost?
A: $25k-$75k in Southern CA depending on materials (quartz counters, custom cabinets, appliance tier).
Patio Construction
Q: What questions to ask patio contractors?
A: 1) CA contractor license#, 2) Material warranties, 3) Drainage plan, 4) HOA compliance experience.
Patio & Deck Construction
Q: Best materials for Southern CA climates?
A: Composite decking (Trex, Azek) for low maintenance or natural cedar for aesthetics. Concrete patios with cool-surface coatings for heat reduction.
Patio Enclosures
Q: Benefits of enclosures vs. covers?
A: Enclosures provide year-round use (insulated glass/screens), while covers offer shade only. Enclosures add ~15% to home value in CA.
Paving Services
Q: How to verify paving contractor licenses?
A: Check CSLB #978430 status and request proof of general liability insurance (>$1M coverage).
Retaining Walls
Q: Permits needed for retaining walls?
A: CA requires permits for walls >4' tall. We engineer walls to meet seismic Zone 4 requirements.
Room Conversions
Q: Converting garage to living space?
A: CA requires: 1) Insulation upgrade, 2) Egress window, 3) Separate HVAC. Permit costs ~$2k in LA County.
Earthquake Retrofitting
Q: Do I need seismic retrofitting?
A: Recommended for pre-1980 LA homes. We check: 1) Cripple wall bracing, 2) Foundation bolting, 3) Soft-story issues.
Solar Panel Installation
Q: How to evaluate my roof for solar?
A: We check: 1) Orientation (south-facing ideal), 2) Shading, 3) Structural integrity, and 4) CA Title 24 compliance.
Stucco Application
Q: Traditional vs. synthetic stucco?
A: Traditional (cement-based) lasts 50+ years but cracks; synthetic (acrylic) flexes but fades. We recommend traditional for CA seismic activity.
Swimming Pool Maintenance
Q: What chemicals shouldn't go in the skimmer?
A: Avoid chlorine tablets (causes corrosion) and algaecides (ineffective dispersion).