Before

We have been remodeling San Diego Homes since 1975.  In the 70′s, 80′s and even the 90′s, we completed mostly basic projects like room additions and basic kitchen remodels that didn’t require much in the way of design.

Over the past 8 years, we started focusing on San Diego Design Build Home Remodeling.  With our staff architect and design team, we offer custom designed home remodeling and construction.  Our design staff specializes in home remodeling and our plans are created with state of the art computerized software.  Architectural design, space planning, structural engineer, mechanical engineering, zoning research, building code, and permit processing is all part of our San Diego Design Build Home Remodeling service.

Our staff architect can create fully detailed 3D color renderings and virtual walk throughs so you can better visualize the design and space.

Front Elevation of Major Home Renovation

With the Murray Lampert Construction San Diego Design Build Home Remodeling service, you can rest assured your project will be professionally designed, priced accurately, supervised closely, built by expert craftspeople, with the highest quality materials, completed on time and backed by the best warranty in the business.

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Major Home Renovation After Murray Lampert Construction

Energy Efficient San Diego Homes

Here is access to a FREE service offered through SDG&E to check the efficiency of your heating/air conditioning and get a tune up including freon re-charge:

AC TIMe Program

http://www.actimeprogram.com/ProjectCenter/

Advanced Diagnostic Tune-ups are designed to optimize the efficiency of air conditioning systems through correction of airflow, adjustment to refrigerant charge and proper duct testing and sealing.  More information here:

http://www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/ccs/Pages/RCA.aspx

The qualifications are:

Must be a SDG&E customer on a residential electric rate . Residence must have been built before 2006 . Only single family homes qualify for Duct Test & Seal . Residence must have a central air conditioner or heat pump THAT IS FUNCTIONING.  IF YOUR AIR CONDITIONER IS NOT WORKING YOU MAY BE CHARGED FOR REPAIRS BY THE CONTRACTOR TO GET THE UNIT IN GOOD ENOUGH RUNNING CONDITION SO IT CAN BE TUNED FOR EFFICIENCY.

Single Family residential customers in climate zones 6 and 7 must receive both DTS and RCA services to qualify . Homes that have had work completed by federal, state, and/or utility-funded RCA incentive programs are ineligible for ten years from the date of the service . Homes that have had work completed by federal, state, and/or utility-funded DTS incentive programs are ineligible for eighteen years from the date of the service . Mobile Homes/Manufactured Homes are not eligible for RCA or DTS service in the AC TIMe Program.

This is a FREE service including inspection, sealing leaky ducts and re-charging freon.

San Diego has several different regions and communities, some coastal and others far inland. If you move to San Diego, you can choose a cool coastal breeze or a hot desert landscape. But, there is one specific area where you can have the best of both worlds, Scripps Ranch. The city is smack dab in the middle of San Diego County and has a climate that is not too hot and never too cold. It is not a mountain town that freezes over or a desert landscape full of cacti. In fact, the city is famous for its abundance of shady Eucalyptus trees, popular lake, and numerous annual events that bring the community together. Residents can go boating and fishing in the Miramar Reservoir which provides a fun alternative to driving out to the famous San Diego beaches that are only 20 minutes away. Scripps Ranch is such an attractive place to live that even members of the NFL own homes in the area.

Scripps Ranch is located just east of Interstate 15, north of the Miramar Air Force Base, and south of the city of Poway. In a 30 minute or less drive, residents can be downtown, at the beach, in the mountains, or even in wine country. The approximate population is 32,476 but the city still feels like a small town community. There are four elementary schools, one junior high school, and one high school in Scripps Ranch, all of which are high performing institutions. The area is primarily residential and is very family friendly. The majority of the homes in the area have between two and four bedrooms and the median income is $124,438. Seventy-eight percent of the households are family households and the crime rates are significantly lower than the rest of the state and country, making Scripps Ranch a great place to raise a family or retire.

With construction costs and interest rates low, it is a great time to remodel.  There are several sensible remodeling options that will increase the value of your home.  Some popular Scripps Ranch projects are remodeling outdated kitchens and/or bathrooms, room additions for growing families, and total home makeovers.

Exterior remodeling can include new doors, windows, stucco and re-roofing with fire rated materials.  Customizing your home’s interior and exterior will create a fresh and modern look that will give you pride in ownership.

Many Scripps Ranch homes are still at risk during fire season. The most important projects to consider for fire protection include roof replacement, exterior renovation, new paint, landscape remodeling and outdoor spaces.

One of the most quaint cities in San Diego County is Mission Hills. Perfectly situated south of the San Diego River, north of downtown, and overlooking the scenic old town and San Diego Bay, residents of Mission Hills have easy access to everything Southern California has to offer. It is easily one of the most desirable places to live in San Diego County for its location, architectural design, and strong community. There are several public and private schools in the area and multiple universities within a 10 minute drive. Residents in the area have access to mass transportation just down the hill in Old Town on the Coaster, Amtrak, and Trolley lines. From Mission Hills, you can quickly get to the 5 freeway, downtown, North County and multiple beaches. Next door, Old Town offers fine Mexican cuisine and shopping.

Mission Hills has a relatively small population compared to the densely populated areas surrounding it. The city has just over 30,000 residents as of the 2000 U.S. Census. The inhabitants are well educated, affluent, and predominately Caucasian. There crime rates are much lower in the Mission Hills residential area than nearby downtown and the county as a whole. The neighborhood is family friendly but has a smaller average household size than the national average. The median age is 39.5 years of age and family income is over $61,000. The median home value is $382,700 and has definitely increased since the last census. Residents only average a 20 minute travel time compared to the 25 minute national average. With only 69.5% of the population still in the work force, the community is slightly oriented towards retirees.

The city of Mission Hills is primarily residential and the majority of the homes were developed either in the early or mid 20^th century and many are considered historical or “medallion” homes.  The city has a gorgeous location atop the hillside overlooking San Diego Bay, but that comes at a cost.

Due to the age of Mission Hills homes, the climate, and the primarily wood exteriors, major exterior remodeling/restoration are a common home improvement.   Exterior home remodeling projects often consist of interior/exterior total restoration, along with window, door and roof replacements.

Of course Mission Hills homes also frequently have outdated kitchens and bathrooms.  A very typical project is a custom designed kitchen and bathroom/bathrooms remodel.

Another popular project in Mission Hills is to add a second story that will allow for the family to grow and capitalize on the spectacular ocean views from the hillside. If you aren’t looking to go up or don’t want to deal with stairs every day, you can still expand by doing a single story addition or expansion. Room additions can include everything from a new bedroom and entire new living area.  Older homes were generally built smaller than what most homeowners like today and so a room addition or second story remodel is always a good option.

If both the interior and exterior of your home are outdated and in disrepair, it may be time to opt for a major interior and exterior home renovation. Tear down the old and build something new that you will be able to custom design to your taste and lifestyle.

Known as “the city in the country,” Poway is one of San Diego County’s newest affluent suburban towns. The area is family-friendly and the majority of the residents are families of three or more. Although it has grown dramatically in the past couple decades, it still maintains a strong grip on its country culture. Owning a horse or two is commonplace in Poway and the city hosts San Diego’s largest annual rodeo. It is located directly in the center of the greater San Diego County, giving residents easy access to everything San Diego has to offer. The beaches, downtown, mountains, desert, and amusement parks are all within a 30 minute drive. It is a great place for raising children as it boasts far above average schools and plenty of great outdoor activities nearby.

Historically, Poway was used for farm land and cattle stocking, but the modern road development gave the area direct access to other parts of San Diego. The city was incorporated in 1980 and has boomed since then with an estimated population of just over 50,000. Since Poway is just east of Interstate 15, most residents are raising children there and commuting to work in the nearby San Diego areas. The town is primarily a residential neighborhood with a total of 30 elementary, middle, and high schools. All of the school’s high success rates for standardized tests and are above the national averages. The median income for a household in Poway is $71,708. The area boasts some of California’s best and most consistent weather as the winter average high never drops below 67 degrees Fahrenheit and the summer average never exceeds 82 degrees. San Diego is very desert like and there is usually little rain in Poway, less than 12 inches per year. This is a red flag for fire season and forces the community to constantly take precautionary measures for preventing and defending against wildfires.

You can ensure your family’s safety during wildfire season by completing the proper renovations necessary to block fires from your home.  By creating a safe landscape barrier and/or fire break around your home, the large flames won’t be able to cross over and burn your home.  There are other home renovations recommend for fire safety like replacing wood shake roofing with fire proof tile or composite shingles, replacing dried out wood siding with stucco, and keeping exposed exterior wood painted.   When you move into the beautiful suburban town of Poway, check the date that your home was built and look to see what upgrades are necessary for protection from wildfires and also protection from the hot sun that is shining the majority of the year.

Since the lot sizes in Poway are typically large, family room and bedroom additions are always popular. Being that the Poway is inland it gets hot in the summer time.  When remodeling, a reputable design/build contractor can help you cut down on cooling costs by using energy efficient dual glazed windows, orientating the building so as to avoid direct sun through glazing and use other building practices. There are a large amount of homes that are 25 plus years old in Poway, so kitchen remodeling and bathroom remodeling are also very popular.