San Jose Home Remodel

Our successful home remodel process

Our organized process allows us to make sure we meet all your desired needs and preferences and our expertise and knowledge gives us the ability to execute the project as planned and fulfil your vision.

Home consultation

We’ll send our representatives to your home to talk to you about the details of the project as well as examine and analyse the whole property in general; which will include taking pictures, recording measurements and reviewing the significant plumbing, electrical and structural orientations we’ll need to incorporate in the overall design.

Styling and design phase

If you are happy with our approach we will then help turn your vision into reality, we’ll come to an agreement and continue to clearly define the whole project and refine your vision further.

We’ll then create a development and design team, which will then;

1. Review local codes and guidelines that relate to the project
2. Start planning and designing a remodel using our detailed build process
3. Use our in-house modelling tech to show you some design options, which we’ll review with you and collect input before finalizing on needs and styles.

This stage we’ll help understand what your vision for the new space is.

Getting the permits

We’ll proceed to apply for the requisite permits and approvals and handle all the necessary local inspections.

Considering the scope of the entire project, which can sometimes range from huge electrical and plumbing changes, modifying detached structures, changing the floor layout and creating new openings, we’ll submit to the local permitting officials detailed project plans that meet city codes and regulations.

Our team of professional contractors will;

1. Apply for the permits
2. Prepare the project plans
3. Set up a meeting with the relevant permitting officials
4. Obtain the permits and continue with the project

We’ll also be responsible for guiding the local permitting authorities through the required site inspections that usually come with pre-construction and permit approvals.

Construction

Once we’ve secured all the necessary permits and identified the style and design you want us to create, construction can begin. Here’s where we’ll start bringing your vision to life.

We will also help select materials and set up meetings with suppliers. We’ll ensure you get supply options that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing.

We’ll also update you on how the construction is doing so you can make special requirements if any. If necessary, we will revise designs, styles and product selections. We will prevent floor and wall damage by laying out protective sheets/mats, controlling construction debris/dirt and even creating outpost areas for your convenience.

Final inspection

At White Remodeling, we assign you our quality control inspectors to work with the local officials when it comes to making sure that the completed home remodel complies with the San Jose building codes and regulations. They’ll also ensure the final product meets all your desired needs and preferences.

Obtaining permits for your home remodeling project

1. We start by obtaining and completing the local permit application.
2. We prepare and organize site plans for your project, which our architects execute extensively to meet local remodel and zoning codes.
3. We schedule an appointment with permitting office for plan approval. This may be approved in person after an over-the-counter review or take days/weeks depending on the scope and complexities of the project.
4. Getting the permit to start with the construction phase of the project.
5. As we execute the construction, we will schedule all the necessary inspections at the right stages as per the local guidelines.
6. We will then complete your project and secure the final city approval.

When do you need a remodeling permit?

Based on the relevant California Code of Regulations, CCR, Tittle 24, your remodeling project will require a building permit if it requires you to:

1. Expand your home’s floor plan.
2. Add or remove walls
3. Demolish sections of your home
4. Change the use of a space (for instance, converting your garage space into a living room)
5. Upgrade the electrical wiring
6. Modify the piping in your house
7. Re-roofing your house
8. Add a structure, like ADU or patio

The updated codes adopted by the city of San Jose are: 2019 California Building Code, Residential Code, Electrical Code, Mechanical Code, Plumbing Code, Historical Building Code, Existing Building Code, Building Energy Efficiency Standards, and the Green Building Standards Code.