No handoffs
Design, permitting and construction sit with one accountable team — nothing gets lost between a design firm and a separate contractor.
Walnut Creek, California
Home & landscape remodeling, built by one accountable crew.
Bay Harbor Remodeling and Construction renovates kitchens, baths and whole homes, transforms yards, and builds ADUs across the East Bay — licensed, permitted and finished on schedule.
- CSLB Lic. #1148311
- Licensed, bonded & insured
- Serving the East Bay since 2015
Why homeowners choose us
One accountable team, from first idea to final walkthrough
Itemized budgets
Line-item proposals instead of vague allowances, so you can see exactly what each part of the project costs.
In-house permitting
We prepare drawings and handle city submittals ourselves, so your project doesn't stall waiting on plan review.
One project manager
A single point of contact, weekly updates and a clean job site from demolition through the final punch list.
What we build
Every kind of home and landscape remodel, under one contract
Instead of juggling a designer, a landscaper and three subs, you get a single licensed general contractor managing the whole project.
Kitchen Remodeling
Layouts, cabinetry and durable finishes chosen around how your family actually cooks and gathers.
Learn more →Bathroom Remodeling
Spa-level comfort with practical storage and waterproofing detailed to hold up to daily use.
Learn more →Living Space Design
Open-concept conversions and whole-room redesigns that make everyday rooms feel intentional again.
Learn more →Home Additions
Added square footage that matches your home's existing architecture, inside and out.
Learn more →New Construction
Ground-up builds managed by one team from foundation to final finish.
Learn more →ADUs & Garage Conversions
Detached units, JADUs and garage conversions for rental income, family or long-term value.
Learn more →Full-Service Design & Build
Design and construction under a single point of contact, with in-house permitting.
Learn more →Pool Construction
Pools, spas, decking and the landscape around them built as one project.
Learn more →Foundation Retrofit
Seismic bracing, anchor bolting and foundation repair with engineered plans.
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ADUs & garage conversions
Add living space — and long-term value — to your lot
California ADU rules make it easier than ever to build a guest suite, rental unit or home office in your backyard. We handle feasibility, design, city approvals, utilities and construction from start to finish.
- Detached new-build ADUs and JADUs
- Garage and basement conversions
- Site feasibility, setbacks and utility planning
- Plans, permitting and inspections managed for you
- Rental-ready kitchens, baths and separate metering
Recent work
Craft you can see in the details
A sample of remodels and outdoor builds across Walnut Creek and neighboring East Bay towns.
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How it works
A clear process, from first walkthrough to final punch list
01
Walkthrough
We visit the property, listen to your goals and talk honestly about scope and budget range.
02
Design & Bid
Plans, selections and a line-item proposal — no vague allowances or hidden line items.
03
Permits
We handle city submittals and inspections so the build stays on the right side of code.
04
Build & Handoff
One project manager, a clean site, weekly updates and a final walkthrough punch list.
Get in touch
Tell us about your project
Call, email, or send a few details and we'll set up a free on-site walkthrough in Walnut Creek and the surrounding East Bay.
Request an estimate
Service area
Building across Contra Costa and the greater East Bay
Based in Walnut Creek, we work throughout Contra Costa, Alameda and southern Solano counties. If your city is on this list, we can be on site for a walkthrough.
Central Contra Costa
- Walnut Creek, CA
- Lafayette, CA
- Orinda, CA
- Moraga, CA
- Alamo, CA
- Danville, CA
- San Ramon, CA
- Pleasant Hill, CA
- Concord, CA
- Clayton, CA
- Martinez, CA
- Pacheco, CA
East & North County
- Pittsburg, CA
- Antioch, CA
- Brentwood, CA
- Oakley, CA
- Bay Point, CA
- Discovery Bay, CA
- Benicia, CA
- Vallejo, CA
West County & Tri-Valley
- Richmond, CA
- El Cerrito, CA
- Kensington, CA
- Hercules, CA
- Pinole, CA
- Pleasanton, CA
- Dublin, CA
- Livermore, CA
- Castro Valley, CA
Inner East Bay
- Berkeley, CA
- Albany, CA
- Oakland, CA
- Piedmont, CA
- Alameda, CA
- Emeryville, CA
- San Leandro, CA
Field notes
Guides for East Bay homeowners
Foundation
Cracks in the walls, doors that won't slide right? Your foundation might be talking to you
Wall cracks, sticking doors, or earthquake damage? Learn the warning signs of foundation problems and how licensed foundation repair fixes them from the root. Free inspection.
Kitchens
Kitchen remodeling in the East Bay: what the process actually looks like
Bay Harbor Remodeling is a licensed, bonded and insured kitchen remodeling contractor serving Walnut Creek, Danville, Concord, Lafayette, San Ramon and the wider East Bay — with in-house 3D design, permitting and construction under one team.
Landscape
Landscape design options for Walnut Creek hillside properties
Erosion control, retaining walls and terraced gardens — how we turn steep Walnut Creek hillside lots into safe, usable outdoor living space.
Landscape
Artificial turf vs. real grass sod: which lawn makes sense in California?
Compare artificial turf and real grass sod on cost, maintenance, durability and California climate so you can pick the right lawn for your yard.
ADUs
How the ADU permit process works in Walnut Creek and Contra Costa County
What homeowners in Walnut Creek and nearby cities should expect when permitting a backyard ADU: zoning checks, plan submittal, review timelines and inspections.
Landscape
Energy-efficient outdoor remodels: the questions homeowners ask most
Solar lighting, xeriscaping, composite decking and smart irrigation — straight answers on the outdoor upgrades that actually cut costs.
Foundation
Foundation retrofit: strengthening your home for the next earthquake
How a seismic foundation retrofit works, the warning signs to watch for, and why bolting and bracing an older East Bay home pays for itself.
Landscape
Front yard remodel: what actually moves curb appeal
Landscape, hardscape, lighting and custom detail — the front yard elements that raise curb appeal and property value in the East Bay.
Landscape
Landscape and hardscape design: how a backyard actually comes together
Garden layouts, patios, retaining walls, outdoor kitchens and fire pits — how landscape and hardscape work together in an East Bay backyard.
ADUs
Converting a garage into an ADU: what it takes in the East Bay
Turn an unused garage into a rental unit, guest suite or home office — permits, structure, plumbing and layout for a garage ADU conversion.
Landscape
Low-maintenance summer landscaping that doesn't run up the water bill
Drought-tolerant planting, mulch, reduced lawn and drip irrigation — practical ways to keep an East Bay yard looking good through summer.
Remodeling
A realistic kitchen remodel timeline, week by week
Demo to final walkthrough: how a full kitchen remodel actually sequences, where delays come from, and how to keep your project moving.
Remodeling
Why older East Bay homes need electrical rewiring and panel updates
Outdated wiring is a fire and efficiency risk. The warning signs, what Title 24 and CALGreen require, and why homeowners are rewiring now.
ADUs
Build an ADU in the East Bay: pre-approved plans and ROI
Pre-approved ADU plans in Oakland, Berkeley, Walnut Creek and Concord — plus the rental income and property value case for building one.
Remodeling
Energy-efficient construction: Title 24, CALGreen and lower bills
How Title 24 and CALGreen-compliant remodeling lowers utility bills, improves comfort and keeps your East Bay home future-ready.
Landscape
Low-water backyard remodels that still look lush in the East Bay
Hardscape, drainage and drought-tolerant planting strategies that hold up to Contra Costa summers without a thirsty lawn.
Ready to start your project?
Send a few details and we'll set up a free on-site consultation in Walnut Creek or anywhere in the East Bay — usually within one business day.