Alameda

General Contractor & HVAC Alameda CA

B.A. Morrison provides the specialized dual-licensed expertise required for Alameda’s unique maritime environment. Operating as a premier General Contractor Alameda CA, we navigate the complexities of building on an island, from the sandy soil conditions in South Shore to the historic preservation mandates of the Gold Coast. We ensure your home or business is structurally reinforced against local seismic risks and equipped with mechanical systems designed for coastal longevity.

Historic Preservation & Victorian Restoration

Alameda is home to one of the largest collections of pre-1906 homes in the United States. As your General Contractor Alameda CA, we specialize in modernizing these treasures while respecting their heritage:

Historical Advisory Board Compliance: We manage the delicate permit process for the Park Street and Webster Street corridors, ensuring that every remodeling project meets city design guidelines.
Period-Correct Modernization: We integrate high-efficiency electrical and plumbing systems into Victorian and Edwardian structures without compromising the original architectural massing or character.

Marine-Grade HVAC & Liquefaction Safety

Building on an island means dealing with a high water table and salt-laden air. Our protocols address these specific environmental stressors:

Corrosion-Proof HVAC Products: Standard units rot quickly here. We install specialized HVAC products with phenolic coatings to prevent the salt-air oxidation common in the 94501 and 94502 zip codes.
Seismic Structural Upgrades: Much of Alameda is a designated liquefaction zone. During any major construction or addition, we implement advanced foundation anchoring to mitigate the risk of soil shifting during seismic activity.

Coastal Additions & ADU Development

As property values on the island continue to climb, we help homeowners maximize their square footage through smart, code-compliant expansion:

Kitchen & Master Suite Upgrades: From the mid-century moderns on Bay Farm Island to the cottages of the West End, we handle the entire project lifecycle from structural framing to final mechanical sign-offs.
Specialized Mechanical Integration: Because we hold a C-20 license, your new heating and air conditioning install is engineered to work perfectly within the limited space often found in Alameda’s historic footprints.

The B.A. Morrison Mechanical Advantage

Our approach combines structural general contracting with master-level mechanical knowledge to provide a seamless building experience.

Unified Project Control: By holding both General Building and HVAC licenses, we eliminate the communication gaps between subcontractors, ensuring your project stays on schedule.
East Bay Expertise: Our decades of experience in the region mean we have an intimate understanding of the Alameda Planning Building & Transportation requirements.
Technical Integrity: We focus on building for the long term, using maritime-grade materials and seismic techniques that ensure your investment is protected from the Bay’s unique elements.

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Partner with the region's trusted experts for seamless mechanical solutions and high-quality construction by reaching out to B.A. Morrison for your next project.