Kitchen remodeling
Bathroom remodeling
Home additions & ADU
Roofing
Windows & doors
Driveway & pavers
FenceFree written scope consultation - allowances, timeline, and change-order rules on paper before a single trade is scheduled
Trusted Home Remodeling for Foster City Homeowners
Home remodeling in Foster City means working within a specific housing stock: mostly mid-century ranchers and 1970s – 80s two-story homes built on engineered fill along the lagoon system. That local reality shapes everything from foundation expectations to how we approach structural changes. Ashford Contractors handles that complexity from the roofline to the foundation, inside and out. Led by Glen Mossier, our team manages kitchens, bathrooms, additions, roofing, windows, siding, and hardscape under one contract and one project manager. No rotating cast of subcontractors. No finger-pointing between trades. If you’re planning a remodel in Foster City, call (877) 752-3868 for a free estimate and a straight conversation about what your home actually needs.
Home Remodeling Contractor
A Home Remodeling Contractor is the general contractor who holds the license, pulls the permits, and carries the accountability for your entire renovation. You need one when your project touches more than one trade – which almost every Foster City remodel does once you open a wall. Ashford Contractors works as your single point of contact, managing interior scopes like kitchens and baths alongside exterior work like James Hardie siding, GAF roofing, or Belgard paver patios. Typical projects range from $9,000 small bathroom remodels to $130,000 home additions, depending on scope and material selections.
Single Contract Accountability
We write one contract that covers every trade on your job. That means when the electrician, plumber, framer, and tile setter need to coordinate, you’re not the one making those calls.
Glen Mossier personally oversees scheduling and sequencing so the work flows in the right order. This is how a full remodel in Foster City avoids the delays that come from disconnected trades.
Material Selection Without the Runaround
We bring the showroom to you through our manufacturer relationships: KraftMaid and Wellborn cabinetry, Cambria and Silestone countertops, Kohler and Toto fixtures. You choose the product tier that fits your budget, and we handle procurement and installation.
No contractor upselling you into one brand because it’s all they sell. We source across 50+ manufacturers so your choices are real.
Styles & brands we work with
Home Remodeling Companies
Home Remodeling Companies in the Bay Area fall into two camps: specialty firms that do kitchens or bathrooms only, and full-scope general contractors like Ashford Contractors that handle the entire envelope of a home. You need a company with the second kind of bandwidth when your project spans multiple systems – say, a kitchen remodel that also requires structural work, new windows, or a sliding door that opens to a paver patio. Our pricing reflects that scope: kitchen remodels run $14,000 – $45,000, bathroom remodels $9,000 – $28,000, and whole-home work scales from there. Anchors matter here, and we’ll cover the options in more depth below.
What Separates Full-Scope Firms
A full-scope firm owns the schedule. When the siding crew finishes, the painter follows without a gap. When the roof goes on, the gutter crew is already scheduled.
You get one project manager, one phone number, and one warranty conversation at the end. That coordination is what you’re paying for beyond labor and materials.
Brand Access Signals Depth
We’re authorized to work with manufacturers like Therma-Tru on doors, James Hardie on siding, and GAF, CertainTeed, Owens Corning, IKO, Atlas, and Tamko on roofing. That depth of access means we can match products to your budget tier and Foster City’s climate demands – including salt air corrosion resistance near the bay.
Local firms that only push one brand lose that flexibility. We don’t have a single upsell option, and the difference shows in your finished project.
Whole House Remodel
A Whole House Remodel is a comprehensive renovation that touches most or all of the home’s living spaces, systems, or structural envelope at once. Foster City homeowners pursue this when they’ve outgrown their floor plan but like their lot and neighborhood – often more cost-effective than moving given current Peninsula real estate prices. Ashford Contractors executes whole house remodels as a sequenced project: demolition and framing first, then rough-in mechanicals, then finishes from flooring to fixtures. Budgets typically range from $45,000 for a substantial addition to $220,000 for a full ADU build, with comprehensive whole-home renovations falling between those poles.
Sequencing Multiple Trades
The hardest part of a whole house remodel is orchestration. A plumbing rough-in can’t happen after drywall goes up. Tile needs waterproofing to cure before grout goes in.
We run a critical-path schedule that sequences trades so no one waits on anyone else. This is where full-scope general contracting earns its keep.
Interior and Exterior Under One Roof
Whole house remodels in Foster City often expose exterior issues: rotted fascia, aging windows, a driveway that’s cracked from soil settlement. We handle those scopes in-house with Belgard pavers, James Hardie siding, and replacement windows from our manufacturer roster.
One contractor. Every system. It means your interior and exterior work moves together instead of stalling while you hunt for a second, third, or fourth contractor.
Luxury Home Remodeling
Luxury Home Remodeling is the top tier of renovation work – materials, fixtures, and finishes selected for longevity, performance, and design authority rather than build-cost alone. Foster City homeowners commission this work most often in kitchens, primary bathrooms, and exterior entertainment spaces. Ashford Contractors sources from Cambria and Silestone for statement countertops, Wellborn for furniture-grade cabinetry, and Toto, Grohe, and Kohler for plumbing fixtures that perform as well as they look. Kitchen remodels at the upper end of the $14,000 – $45,000 range and primary bath remodels reaching $28,000 reflect this level of specification, though custom scopes go higher based on selections.
Fixture and Finish Fluency
We can talk intelligently about the difference between a Grohe thermostat shower valve and a standard pressure-balance unit, or why a Toto washlet needs a dedicated circuit. That fluency means your design intent doesn’t get lost between the showroom and the rough-in.
Most of our luxury remodels start with a material conversation, not a sledgehammer. We want you selecting from real options, not from whatever a subcontractor has on the truck.
Exterior Scope to Match Interior Investment
A luxury interior remodel can feel incomplete if the exterior doesn’t match the standard. We handle paver driveways, paver patios, new fencing from Ameristar or ActiveYards, and siding replacement that complements the new interior palette.
Inside and out, the result reads as one designed project, not a series of separate fixes.
Full Home Remodel
A Full Home Remodel is the most extensive project type we take on: every major system and surface in the home touched, from roofing and siding to kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, and often the addition of an ADU. Foster City homes built in the 1960s and 70s frequently reach this point when deferred maintenance, outdated electrical panels, and original single-pane windows all demand attention at once. Ashford Contractors manages full home remodels with a dedicated project manager and a master schedule that keeps the job moving daily. Depending on size and fixtures, a full home remodel in Foster City typically lands between $45,000 and $130,000, with ADU additions pushing the upper bound toward $220,000.
Prefab and ADU Integration
One thing that separates us from most general contractors: we’re versed in modern ADU and prefab solutions through partnerships with Abodu, Dvele, Boxabl, Mighty Buildings, and Plant Prefab.
If your full home remodel includes a backyard unit or prefab addition, we can evaluate those options alongside conventional construction and give you an honest comparison rather than a blank stare. See our Home Remodeling in Foster City page for more on how these projects sequence.
Roofing and Envelope Coordination
A full remodel is the right time to address the roof, even if the roof is functional. Adding skylights, moving plumbing vents, or installing a metal roof becomes far cheaper and cleaner while walls are open.
We’re certified installers with six roofing manufacturers – GAF, CertainTeed, Owens Corning, IKO, Atlas, and Tamko – which means roof replacement during your full remodel doesn’t require a separate roofer.
Brands We Service
Ashford Contractors is authorized to work with over 50 name-brand manufacturers across every major home system. On the door and fencing side, we work with Jerith aluminum fencing and Bufftech vinyl fence products – two brands that hold up well to Foster City’s corrosive bay air. We’ve installed Ameristar ornamental steel in local backyard and perimeter applications. For ActiveYards, we handle the full line including their aluminum and vinyl systems. When you call us for a project that involves these brands, you’re working with a team that knows their installation tolerances and hardware requirements.
Our Brand depth goes far beyond fencing: we work with KraftMaid and Wellborn cabinetry, Cambria and Silestone countertops, GAF and Owens Corning roofing, James Hardie siding, Therma-Tru doors, and plumbing fixtures from Kohler, Grohe, Toto, and Moen. The point is simple: whether you have Jerith, Bufftech, Ameristar, ActiveYards, or any other make, we can help. You don’t have to fire your general contractor because the brand you want lives outside their comfort zone. Go back to our home page to see the full picture of what we handle.
See the difference
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AfterSigns You Need a Pro Right Now
- Visible cracks in walls or ceilings have changed shape in the last six months. Foster City sits on engineered fill, and differential settlement is a known local issue. A crack that widens or changes direction deserves a structural look before it becomes a beam or foundation problem.
- Your electrical panel is warm to the touch or you still have a Zinsco or Federal Pacific panel. These older panels are known fire risks, and many Foster City homes still have them. Any remodel that adds load – an induction cooktop, EV charger, heat pump – means the panel needs addressing first.
- Windows sweat between the glass panes or frame corners feel soft. Salt air on the Peninsula degrades window seals and wood frames faster than inland. Clouded glass means the thermal seal is gone. Soft corners mean rot is underway.
- You have a bathroom that leaks into the room below it. Age and the original cast iron supply lines in 1960s and 70s Foster City builds fail together. Water damage in a ceiling below a bathroom is never a small fix once the drywall comes down.
- Your driveway is heaved into uneven slabs or your pavers are drifting. Soil compaction on engineered fill shifts over time. A cracked driveway is a trip hazard, but it’s also a clue about what’s happening under your foundation since both sit on the same fill. Our Home Remodeling in Redwood Shores team sees the same pattern across the lagoon.
Our Process, Step by Step
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Initial consultation and walk-through. We start with a conversation at your Foster City home. You walk us through the spaces, show us what’s not working, and we start talking scope, budget, and materials in the same visit.
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Material selection and line-item estimate. You choose from brands we actually stock and install – KraftMaid, Cambria, Kohler, GAF, Belgard, whichever categories apply. We then produce a written, line-item estimate so you see exactly what each piece costs.
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Permit drawings and approval. We pull permits with the City of Foster City, handle inspections, and stay on the job until final sign-off. You shouldn’t have to become a building code expert to remodel your home.
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Construction with one project manager. From demolition to punch list, one Ashford project manager runs your job. They’re your point of contact, and they’re accountable for every trade on site. Compare that to managing four separate contractors yourself.
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Final walk-through and warranty handoff. We walk the finished project with you, verify everything, and give you a clear warranty conversation in plain English. If something needs attention later, one call handles it.
How Much Does Home Remodeling Cost in Foster City?
A typical kitchen remodel in Foster City runs $14,000 – $45,000 depending on cabinet grade, countertop material, and whether you’re changing the layout. Bathroom remodels come in at $9,000 – $28,000. If you’re adding square footage, a home addition starts around $45,000 and can reach $130,000 for larger structural scopes. An ADU in Foster City generally falls between $90,000 and $220,000 depending on whether you go conventional stick-built or a prefab system from builders like Abodu or Dvele. Roof replacement runs $8,000 – $20,000, paver patios $3,500 – $11,000, and paver driveways $7,000 – $18,000.
What moves the price most is material tier – a Wellborn cabinet run costs more than stock KraftMaid, and Cambria quartz costs more than laminate. Structural work hidden inside walls is the second biggest variable: rot repair, seismic shear paneling, or panel upgrades that surface once we open things up. The best way to avoid overpaying is to get a line-item estimate that separates labor, materials, and any allowances. A free estimate from Ashford Contractors gives you exactly that, not a single lump sum you can’t decode. We don’t do change orders as a pricing tactic – if scope changes, we price the change before work continues. For residents just across the water, our Home Remodeling in Belmont page covers how those neighborhoods compare.
Our Service Area Near Foster City
Ashford Contractors serves Foster City and the surrounding Peninsula communities including Redwood Shores, Belmont, our Home Remodeling in San Mateo, San Carlos, Redwood City, Burlingame, Hillsborough, Millbrae, Woodside, and Emerald Lake Hills. Most of our crews work within a 20-minute radius of Foster City, which keeps scheduling tight and lets us respond to on-site needs quickly. We’re familiar with the permit offices, soil conditions, and housing stock throughout San Mateo County. If you’re in Highlands-Baywood Park or anywhere along the 101 corridor between Millbrae and Redwood City, reach out – we’d be happy to assess your project, and if we’re not the right fit for your scope, we’ll tell you directly.
Serving Foster City, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Foster City area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage — if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
Frequently Asked Questions About Home Remodeling in Foster City
Home remodeling is the process of changing the structure, layout, or systems of an existing home rather than building new. It includes kitchens, bathrooms, additions, roofing, windows, siding, and hardscape work. In Foster City, remodeling often also means addressing issues common to homes built on engineered fill, like settling and older electrical panels. Call (877) 752-3868 if you want to talk through what your project would involve.
A single bathroom remodel typically takes 3 – 5 weeks including permits and inspections. A full kitchen runs 6 – 10 weeks depending on structural work and material lead times. Whole house remodels span 3 – 6 months or longer if they include an ADU or exterior envelope work. We’ll give you a written schedule before we start and update it weekly during construction. Call (877) 752-3868 for a realistic timeline for your project.
Costs in Foster City track the ranges listed above: $14,000 – $45,000 for kitchens, $9,000 – $28,000 for bathrooms, $45,000 – $130,000 for additions, and $90,000 – $220,000 for ADUs. Your exact number depends on material tier, structural scope, and whether you’re moving walls or plumbing. We provide a written line-item estimate so you see exactly where every dollar goes. Call (877) 752-3868 to schedule a free estimate.
Yes. We’re authorized to work with over 50 manufacturers including KraftMaid, Wellborn, Cambria, Silestone, Kohler, Grohe, Toto, Moen, GAF, Owens Corning, James Hardie, Therma-Tru, Belgard, Techo-Bloc, Ameristar, Jerith, Bufftech, and ActiveYards. That means you can choose the brand and quality tier that fits your budget without changing contractors. Call (877) 752-3868 to talk about what you want and we’ll match it to the right product.
We schedule new projects based on current workload and material lead times. Kitchen and bath remodels can sometimes start within 2 – 4 weeks depending on the scope, while whole home remodels and ADU projects require more lead time for drawings and permits. The best way to find out is to call (877) 752-3868 and tell us what you’re planning – we’ll give you an honest start date.
We provide a workmanship warranty on every project and we honor the manufacturer warranties on every product we install, from roofing to cabinetry to pavers. If something’s wrong, one call to our team handles it – you don’t have to chase down individual trades. Exact warranty terms depend on the scope, and we’ll put them in writing in your contract. Call (877) 752-3868 with any questions.
Clear the work area of personal items and valuables, and know that the affected rooms will be unusable during construction. For kitchens, we’ll set up a temporary cooking station if your layout allows. For whole home remodels, we’ll discuss whether you need to relocate during certain phases. We’ll walk you through all of this before we start, and call (877) 752-3868 if you want more detail now.
Schedule Your Home Remodeling Service in Foster City Today
If you’re planning a remodel in Foster City, start with a conversation. Call (877) 752-3868 and tell us what you’re thinking about – a kitchen, an addition, a new roof, a backyard that needs reimagining. We’ll walk the project with you, help you understand real costs, and give you a written line-item estimate with no obligation. One contractor. Every system. Your project, not our portfolio.
Written by Glen Mossier, Owner at Ashford Contractors, serving Foster City and the surrounding Peninsula.