Talmadge Construction Blog
Going Solar with Ron Goad of Solcon Solar
When we have a project that includes a solar power system, we turn to Ron Goad from Solcon Solar. He has been installing solar power systems in the Santa Cruz area for over 30 years, including projects at the Seacliff Inn and the O'Neill Sea Odyssey offices, among...
Choosing a Gas Fireplace – Featuring Woodstove & Sun
For homes in Santa Cruz County, a high-quality gas fireplace can offer a stylish and effective option for heating your home during the winter months. When our home remodeling projects include a new fireplace, we turn to Woodstove & Sun, a local Santa Cruz...
Talmadge Construction Project Featured in NAPHN Home Tour
Eco-Efficient Home Building Conference Concludes with Santa Cruz Home Tour On October 8th, the North American Passive House Network (NAPHN) along with Passive House California hosted a tour of passive houses in Santa Cruz County, called the NAPHN17 home tour. The...
Design Tips for Small Kitchens
Santa Cruz is famous for quaint houses with small kitchens. Sure, the original designs trigger a sense of nostalgia, but they don’t necessarily function well in today’s age of appliances and gadgets. Remodeling a small kitchen can be a real catch 22 for some home...
Waterproof Deck Design & Construction
Many decks and patios in Santa Cruz County are constructed over outdoor living spaces. A waterproof construction on these decks helps to protect the living space from excessive water during the rainy months. We construct waterproof decks using a sophisticated pedestal...
The First New-Construction Passive House in Santa Cruz
The team at Talmadge recently completed the first ever new-construction certified passive house in Santa Cruz County. Tucked away in the mountains, this home takes advantage of the best technology in green construction. We asked Jeff Talmadge to give us some insight...
Eco Arbor Designs – Waterproof Rooftop Decks
Hey Jeff Talmadge … what’s the latest and greatest in the world of decking? "Our company builds and repairs many custom decks every year, especially waterproof decks over living spaces. A few years ago I was introduced to a new product that got me excited about...
Wheelchair Lift Design For the Home
We recently completed an age in place project for a client who wanted a wheelchair lift for her multi-level home. We designed an accessible and functional lift that seamlessly matched the client’s style and accommodated her changing needs. The lower level entrance...
Kitchen Remodeling Design Trends 2016
Looking for design inspiration in the kitchen … ask our expert Erin Loftin. Just like any remodel, your kitchen should be a reflection of you, your family, and your lifestyle! Typically people remodel their kitchens every 15 to 30 years, so when you’re making changes,...
Expanding Your Home for Family
By Erin Loftin Photo: Valet Custom Cabinets & Closets Welcoming your extended family for the holidays can be a game of ‘musical rooms’ as everyone shifts their belongings and suitcases from room to room and additional air mattresses are scattered about to...
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