38 questions about YOR Construction & Investments, Inc..
Manual J calculation required by CA law. Oversizing by >15% voids warranties and increases humidity.
Not in CA since 2020 (SB-13). ADUs can be rented separately.
Measure space and check CA plumbing codes. We provide free 3D designs.
24 hours for foot traffic, 7 days for vehicles. CA weather may accelerate curing by 20%.
Depends on scope: Always need 1) Building permit, 2) ADA compliance review, 3) Fire department approval in CA.
Yes in CA for decks >30" high. We handle permits in LA/Ventura/Orange counties.
1) Loose ledger board, 2) Corroded fasteners, 3) <36" railings, 4) Rot at post bases. CA requires 40lb/ft² live load rating.
Concrete: $8-$12/sqft (lasts 30+ yrs), Asphalt: $3-$5/sqft (lasts 15 yrs). Concrete recommended for CA heat.
Always check CSLB # and verify C-10 classification. CA requires 4,000+ apprenticeship hours.
1) Gas leaks, 2) Structural collapses, 3) Severe flooding, 4) Electrical fires. We respond within 2 hours in SoCal.
100% acrylic elastomeric (stretches with temperature swings) with mildewcide for CA marine layer areas.
6' wrought iron with anti-climb spikes (CA compliant) or redwood privacy fence with reinforced posts.
Luxury vinyl plank (scratch/waterproof) or engineered hardwood with aluminum oxide finish.
Sticking doors, zigzag cracks >1/4", uneven floors. CA clay soils worsen seasonal movement.
Doors sticking, diagonal wall cracks >1/4", sloping floors (test with a marble).
No workers' comp (you're liable), structural failures, and city inspection rejections costing 2-3x to fix.
Allocate: 25% kitchen, 20% baths, 15% flooring, 10% electrical, 10% contingency. CA permits add 8-12%.
Springs fail due to metal fatigue after 10,000+ cycles. Professional replacement recommended (CSLB #978430).
Not advised. Springs store 200+ lbs of tension - requires specialized tools.
Steel for durability, wood for aesthetics, or insulated composite for energy efficiency.
1) ADUs (+20% value), 2) Kitchen remodel (75-85% ROI), 3) Energy-efficient windows (30% tax credit).
3-5 years for high-traffic areas, 7-10 years for bedrooms. Use CA-compliant low-VOC paints.
$25k-$75k in Southern CA depending on materials (quartz counters, custom cabinets, appliance tier).
Verify CSLB license, check BBB rating, and request written estimates before work begins.
1) CA contractor license#, 2) Material warranties, 3) Drainage plan, 4) HOA compliance experience.
Aluminum (lightweight, powder-coated) or redwood (natural, requires sealing). Avoid vinyl in high-heat areas.
Composite decking (Trex, Azek) for low maintenance or natural cedar for aesthetics. Concrete patios with cool-surface coatings for heat reduction.
Enclosures provide year-round use (insulated glass/screens), while covers offer shade only. Enclosures add ~15% to home value in CA.
Check CSLB #978430 status and request proof of general liability insurance (>$1M coverage).
24/7 for leaks/floods. CA law requires licensed plumber for any pipe/water heater work.
CA requires permits for walls >4' tall. We engineer walls to meet seismic Zone 4 requirements.
Asphalt: 15-25 yrs, Tile: 50+ yrs, Metal: 40-70 yrs in CA climates.
CA requires: 1) Insulation upgrade, 2) Egress window, 3) Separate HVAC. Permit costs ~$2k in LA County.
Recommended for pre-1980 LA homes. We check: 1) Cripple wall bracing, 2) Foundation bolting, 3) Soft-story issues.
We check: 1) Orientation (south-facing ideal), 2) Shading, 3) Structural integrity, and 4) CA Title 24 compliance.
Traditional (cement-based) lasts 50+ years but cracks; synthetic (acrylic) flexes but fades. We recommend traditional for CA seismic activity.
Avoid chlorine tablets (causes corrosion) and algaecides (ineffective dispersion).
1-2 days for standard homes. CA energy codes require dual-pane Low-E glass.