AGH Commercial remodels homes and commercial spaces in San Francisco. We build kitchens and bathrooms, accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and in-law units, seismic retrofits, and commercial tenant improvements, and we manage permits with the Department of Building Inspection (DBI) from start to finish.
Call (650) 400-3600 for a free estimate. AGH Commercial, doing business as A Green Home Construction, is a licensed and insured general contractor (CA License B 934342) based at 1103 E 16th Ave in San Mateo. Hours: Monday–Friday 8am–5pm; Saturday and Sunday by appointment.
San Francisco permits, simplified
DBI reviews every San Francisco building permit application for life-safety and code compliance, and work can’t start until the permit is issued. Many interior kitchen and bathroom remodels qualify for an over-the-counter permit, including layout changes submitted with plans, and registered general contractors can apply online for kitchen and bath remodel permits.
For ADUs, San Francisco offers a State program and a Local program with different rules and review paths. Local-program ADUs need in-house Planning review before the building permit is submitted, while qualifying State-program ADUs can use DBI’s Permit Review Roundtable for faster coordinated review. If you have an existing unit built without permits before 2013, the City’s Unit Legalization program may let you make it legal. We help you choose the right path.
Built for older San Francisco homes
Much of San Francisco’s housing was built long before modern seismic codes. We strengthen raised wood-frame homes with bolt-and-brace retrofits, and we find and repair the dry rot, termite damage and failing stucco that fog and age leave behind, especially in the western neighborhoods.
We also build out commercial spaces, including offices, retail and restaurants, with tenant improvement work planned around your lease and opening dates.
Our services in San Francisco
- Kitchen remodeling in San Francisco
- Bathroom remodeling in San Francisco
- Accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in San Francisco
- Bolt and brace seismic retrofit in San Francisco
- Dry rot repair in San Francisco
- Stucco and plaster repair in San Francisco
- Water damage repair in San Francisco
- Window and door upgrades in San Francisco
- Commercial tenant improvements in San Francisco
- Room additions in San Francisco
San Francisco permits and resources
San Francisco remodeling: frequently asked questions
Do I need a permit to remodel my kitchen in San Francisco?
Yes. Construction in San Francisco requires a building permit. Many kitchen and bath remodels qualify for an over-the-counter permit. We prepare the application and plans and schedule the inspections.
Should I use the State or Local ADU program?
It depends on your building and goals. The State program is often faster for a single ADU, while the Local program can allow more units in some buildings. We review your property and recommend the best fit.
Do you do commercial work in San Francisco?
Yes. We build commercial tenant improvements, including offices, retail and restaurant spaces, in San Francisco and across the Bay Area.
Home Improvement Projects
Jack and his crew did an excellent job on our addition. They walked us through every step of the job and went out of their way to make sure everything was done well. The foreman, Don, was always available to take our phone calls and answer questions. They are very pet friendly and always made sure our dog did not get out. We couldn’t be happier with our new master bedroom and bathroom. Bob D. San Mateo, CA
I have had so much work done by this company. Bathroom, electrical, redo of our bathing area with tile and new tubs, anything you need this company can pretty much do. There prices are very reasonable and you get great quality of stuff. A green home came in and got everything done in a timely manner. I will always use a green home for all 4 of our businesses. Deb W. Foster City, CA