Completed & Active Projects

Built. Documented. Inspected.

Every Reystone project follows the same discipline — plan, permit, build, inspect. Below are two representative projects showing our work from foundation through final.

Completed · 2020

Licensed General Contractor

Residential Addition
& Full Renovation

Residential expansion and full interior modernization.

1,200 SF second-story addition with ground-floor extension and complete interior renovation. Structural, framing, MEP coordination, kitchen, flooring, and finish work — executed under a single contract from foundation through final inspection.

Location Southern California
Scope Addition + Full Renovation
Addition Size ~1,200 SF
Role General Contractor (Self-Performed)
Year 2020
Completed two-story residential addition with stucco exterior, stone walkway, and landscaping — front elevation
Completed — front elevation, second-story addition

The existing structure was a single-story residence requiring both additional living space and a full interior upgrade. The scope included constructing a second story, extending the ground-floor footprint, and renovating the entire interior — kitchen, bathrooms, flooring, and finishes throughout. All work was executed under a single contract with no scope subbed out. The project was permitted, inspected, and closed out through the local building department.

All phases were completed in sequence with required inspections signed off prior to proceeding to the next stage.

What Was Built

01

Structural Work

Foundation reinforcement, new load-bearing walls, structural steel, and engineered connections to support the second-story addition.

02

Framing

Full second-story framing, ground-floor extension framing, roof structure, and exterior sheathing. All framing inspected and approved before close-in.

03

Kitchen Build

Complete kitchen demolition and rebuild. New layout, cabinetry, countertops, plumbing rough-in, electrical, and appliance installation.

04

Flooring

Existing flooring removed. New subfloor leveling, underlayment, and finish flooring installed throughout the entire ground floor and addition.

05

Interior Finishes

Drywall, tape, texture, and paint throughout. Trim, baseboards, door casing, and hardware. Bathroom tile, fixtures, and accessories.

06

Doors & Hardware

Interior and exterior doors — prehung units, hardware, and weatherstripping. All openings plumb, gapped to code, and operational at final inspection.

What We Found. How We Solved It.

◆ Challenges

Existing Foundation Undersized

The original foundation was not designed to carry a second story. Load calculations required by the structural engineer exceeded what was in place.

Non-Standard Framing in Existing Walls

Existing wall framing did not follow standard spacing or blocking. Several load paths had to be re-engineered after demolition exposed the actual conditions.

Utility Relocation

Existing plumbing and electrical routing conflicted with the new floor plan. Both systems required partial rerouting before framing could proceed.

Material Lead Times & Supply Constraints

The project was executed during 2020, when material availability was limited and lead times extended significantly due to supply chain disruptions.

◆ Solutions

Foundation Reinforcement

Installed supplemental footings and steel connections per the structural engineer's revised plan. All work inspected and approved before framing started above.

Re-Engineered Load Paths

Worked with the structural engineer to redesign bearing connections based on actual field conditions. Added blocking, posts, and hardware where needed. No work proceeded without updated drawings.

Coordinated Re-Route

Plumbing and electrical rerouted in coordination with the new layout before framing was closed in. Rough inspections passed on the first call for all trades.

Procurement Planning & Sequencing Adjustments

Long-lead materials were identified and ordered during the planning phase. Work was sequenced around delivery timelines to maintain forward progress between phases.

By the Numbers

~1,200 SF
Addition Size
2 Story
Structure Type
Mid 6-Figure
Project Value
Self-Performed
Crew & Execution
Permitted
All Inspections Passed

Executed under active supply chain constraints with no schedule breakdown between phases.

Before, During, After

Exterior — Front Elevation
Front elevation with second-story framing going up above original single-story structure
Framing
Front elevation with stucco finish coat being applied, crew on scaffolding
Stucco
Completed front elevation with stucco, landscaping, and stone walkway
Completed
Exterior — Rear Elevation
Rear elevation during framing — second-story addition with sheathing, crew on structure
Framing
Rear elevation during stucco application, full crew on scaffolding
Stucco
Completed rear elevation with stucco, windows, balcony, and second story
Completed
Structural & Interior Framing
Interior ceiling joists exposed with crew working on second-story floor framing
Ceiling Joist Framing
Front elevation during stucco and lath application, crew on scaffold and roof
Exterior Lath & Stucco
Kitchen — Progress
Original kitchen with dated tile counters, terracotta floor, and outdated cabinets
Before
Kitchen during demolition — exposed framing, crew working, walls opened up
During Demo
Kitchen during install — cabinets set, quartz countertops being placed
During — Install
Kitchen — Completed Details
Completed kitchen with white shaker cabinets, quartz island, hardwood floors, and stainless appliances
Full Kitchen
Completed kitchen range wall with white shaker cabinets and quartz countertops
Range Wall
Completed kitchen showing hardwood floors and open layout
Hardwood & Layout
Bathroom — Before, During, After
Shower pan framed with raw plywood, plumbing rough-in visible, exposed studs
Before — Framing
Shower tile installation in progress — marble-look wall tile set, niche roughed in, floor unfinished
During — Tile
Completed bathroom with marble-look tile shower, glass enclosure, rain head, and mosaic floor
After
Bathroom — Completed Details
Completed bathroom detail — vanity, tub, and tile work
Vanity & Tub
Completed bathroom detail — tub surround and fixtures
Tub & Fixtures

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In Progress · Final Inspection Pending

Active Project · South Gate, CA

Garage-to-ADU
Conversion

683 SF detached garage converted to a permitted 2BR/2BA accessory dwelling unit.

Full conversion scope — structural modifications, new foundation work where required, framing, MEP rough-in, insulation, drywall, and exterior stucco. All rough inspections passed. Final inspection pending.

Location South Gate, CA
Scope Garage → 2BR/2BA ADU
Size 683 SF
Role General Contractor (Self-Performed)
Status Final Inspection Pending
ADU exterior with fresh stucco finish — garage-to-ADU conversion in South Gate, CA
Exterior — stucco finish over new framing

What Is Being Built

01

Structural & Foundation

Garage slab evaluation, new footings where required, structural modifications for residential occupancy load.

02

Framing & Rough-In

Wall framing for bedroom/bathroom layout, ceiling, MEP rough-in. All rough inspections passed.

03

Exterior

Stucco over new framing, integration with existing structure. Weather barrier and flashing per code.

04

Interior Finishes

Drywall, flooring, fixtures, paint, doors, and hardware. In progress — final inspection pending.

By the Numbers

683 SF
Conversion Size
2BR/2BA
Unit Layout
Garage
Original Structure
Self-Performed
Crew & Execution
Passed
All Rough Inspections

Progress Photos

Construction Progress
Shower tile installation in progress — vertical subway tile with spacers and level check
Tile Install
Reystone crew working on ADU conversion — framing and rough-in phase
Crew On Site
Interior Progress
Interior drywall installation in ADU — walls and ceiling hung, ready for tape and texture
Drywall
Completed residential renovation exterior in South Gate
Completed Exterior

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Portfolio

Same Process. Every Project.

Whether it's a second-story addition or a 683 SF ADU conversion, every Reystone project follows the same sequence: plan, permit, build, inspect. No phase starts until the previous one is documented and signed off.

50+ Years
Combined Field Experience
Residential & ADU
Project Types
100%
Inspections Passed
Self-Performed
Crew Execution
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