commercial construction and repair

Our excellent reputation for HOA work has leaked out to the commercial real estate community. We recently responded to a call from a nation-wide sporting goods retailer to fix  roof leaks that prior contractors were unable to fix. They were so pleased with our work that they have contacted us for additional roof repairs. OCBS is also putting the finishing touches on roof and structural repairs at a local Orange County auto dealership. Please call us regarding your commercial construction and repair needs.

Southern California Roof Leaks From Storm Update

The pineapple express winter storm is abating. Pictured below is a recent temporary cover built to mitigate damage from a deck leak at an HOA in Marina Del Ray, California due to the record torrential rainfall. OCBS crews worked diligently throughout the weekend to assist our clients. We continue to respond to calls and are prepared for this new storm system which is predicting even more rain through Wednesday.  OCBS is available 24/7 to investigate  your leaks and place drying equipment to assist with your emergency needs.

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Concrete and asphalt repair and replacement

Do you have trip hazards, cracks, chips, deteriorating concrete walkways, steps or slabs? Orange Coast Building Services can provide repairs such as patching and grinding. We can also  remove and replace entire sections of concrete such as pool decks, podium deck patios, and sidewalks including curbs and gutters. We also offer repair and replacement of post bases for light poles, mailboxes, and signage.  Orange Coast can closely match all types of custom colors and finishes or provide alternatives to upgrade the asthetics of your existing surroundings.

Do your asphalt streets, bike paths, and common area parking need resurfacing? Orange Coast can provide full service patching and re-slurry of all types of asphalt surfaces. no area is too small or too large for the OCBS team!

  Contact us today for more information. 1-800-834-2323 or info@ocbsonline.com

West Covina Fire Restoration Complete!

Rainy Days

Although October usually brings wind and fire it seems that the rainy season has come upon us early this year. OCBS is available 24 hours a day 7 days a week at 1-800-834-2323 for emergency service to leaking decks, roofs, windows, doors, and skylights. 

OCBS can install temporary protection stopping the leak until a permanent repair can be performed. Temporary weather protection can reduce the repair costs and damage that water intrusion causes to interior and exterior building components and finishes.

In Memoriam

It is with a heavy heart we inform the passing of two of our employees.

Dennis Wilson (1940-2010) pictured above was initially involved with the setup of our Insurance Restoration Division and the handling of complex hillside slope repairs. Dennis was part of the OCBS estimating team from 1998 to 2010.

Dave Watts (1957-2010) pictured above started as a service technician. As demand for our remediation services increased, Dave utilized his existing certification and took the lead role in heading that division. Dave was instrumental in assisting our staff with respirator usage and overall mold procedures. Dave was a part of our OCBS service team from 2003 to 2010.

Both Dennis and Dave will be truly missed

Monthly inspections and maintenance

 


Did you know Orange Coast Building Services, Inc. provides monthly maintenance and inspections to Community Associations (HOA) and apartment communities throughout California?

Orange Coast can utilize an existing maintenance manual for its inspections or tailor a new one to your property's specific needs. Our current client base ranges from weekly full-time on site technicians to quarterly inspections, recommendations, and repairs. Of course our technicians are always available after hours should a non-scheduled maintenance emergency arise. 

    Our technicians are experienced with all types of buildings including low-rise, mid-rise, high-rise, and also mixed use developments. Orange Coast's technicians are skilled in a wide variety of repairs such as painting, welding, drywall, electrical, lighting, rain gutter repairs and cleaning, BBQ and fireplace repairs.

Construction Glossary

Do you think aprons only apply in the kitchen? Find out how "aprons" are applicable to construction by visiting our new Construction Glossary on our website. We have listed over 600 commonly used construction terms and definitions that can help you save "fascia" with your clients.  We hope this glossary will help you see "daylight" at the end of the tunnel with "eaves." Don't under "estimate" this glossary, it can save you a lot of "elbow" grease and help you make the "grade"

Here We Grow Again!

We are proud to announce the recent opening of our newest regional office at One Embarcadero Center in downtown San Francisco. While Orange Coast has worked throughout Northern California the past few years, thanks to our loyal clients we have established a strong enough presence to justify a regional office in the bay area. We look forward to serving new and existing clients throughout California with our new location.

Mold Testing and Mold Remediation

 

The possible presence of mold can be complicated and needs to be attended to in a timely manner. Orange Coast's team of IICRC certified experts are trained in properly identifying, containing, and removing hazardous molds. Orange Coast accurately and timely identifies and remediates microbial growth. After mold has been removed and the area has passed clearance testing our skilled craftsman can seamlessly patch back the areas where mold was remediated.

 

                                                    

Burn Baby Burn

Have your barbecues received a good workout this summer? Are they in need of repairs for the labor day weekend? OCBS can clean, service, and repair most types of barbecues. With fall approaching fast, Orange Coast Building Services can take your outdoor space heaters, fire pits, and fireplaces and whip them into shape.
Please call us today at 1-800-834-2323.

Drywall and Painting

Over the past three decades, OCBS has performed quality drywall and painting from small patches to complete renovations. Our Service, DT, Restoration and Reconstruction crews have seamlessly repaired and matched all types of textures and colors. Knock down, orange peel, smooth coat and other drywall textures are skillfully applied by our technicians. Cleanliness and precise crisp lines are hallmarks of an OCBS job.

While we have always created paint specifications for our own work, we are now providing detailed specifications tailor fit for our client's projects upon request. These specifications where applicable can include a full manufacturer's warranty. Such a specification can assist owners and managers in obtaining consistent paint proposals. These specifications correlate proper material with each surface (e.g. wood, wrought iron, stucco, etc...) and include any special building conditions that require Waterproofing applications such as elastomeric coatings.

Gaylen Malmberg

Gaylen Malmberg has been with OCBS for 15 years. He is one of our most versatile service technicians. Not only does he excel in finish carpentry, he is also well versed in electrical and lighting troubleshooting maintenance and repairs. Gaylen is a mentor to our less senior team members. If the Malmberg name sounds familiar, his wife, Dana, works in our Accounting Department and oversees all of our  purchasing.Although Gaylen is being recognized this month, both he and Dana are essential team members at Orange Coast Building Services. Gaylen is an avid sports fan and his favorite teams are the Dodgers (although our corporate office is a stolen base away from Angel Stadium) and Cowboys.

Rancho San Joaquin Completion

OCBS is proud to announce completion of its phase of the work. This phase included sloped roof maintenance, wood replacement, deck rebuilds, and deck top coats including Pacific Polymers and Mer Ko systems.We have received numerous compliments from both the homeowners and the City of Irvine regarding quality craftsmanship. Even with the additional work requested by the Association, Orange Coast Building Services was able to meet the scheduled completion date.

                                                                  

Fire Restoration

OCBS is pleased to announce it commenced a complete restoration of two homes in West Covina, California that incurred fire and smoke damage . Using insurance industry approved Xactimate estimating software, our estimator worked closely with association's insurance adjuster. We will provide pictures as our work progresses.

Westcoat Specialty Coating Systems

  
Orange Coast Building Services proudly announces it is now a qualified contractor applicator for Westcoat speciality coating systems. OCBS is particularly excited about the potential to apply Westcoat products to both new and existing decks. The Westcoat system offers a great alternative to products that are no longer available or meet our high standards for quality deck coating and waterproofing systems.  

Lead-Safe EPA Certified

   Orange Coast Builing Services is pleased to announce we are an EPA certified renovator.  Our technicians have completed courses on lead recognition, proper precautions and safety when working on older buildings that may contain lead based paint.

 

H.O.A. Destructive Testing Mastery

A letter from one more satisfied customer from our recent destructive testing in Playa Vista, Ca.

Destructive Testing

Since its inception, Orange Coast Building Services has performed Destructive Testing for hundreds of clients throughout California and Oregon. Continuing this tradition Orange Coast Building Services is pleased to announce two Destructive Testing projects in the Los Angeles area. Orange Coast Building Services, Inc. will be performing these tests as an unbiased participant.

Destructive Testing on a 128 unit condominium complex in Playa Vista, California is currently underway. The scope of work has come from various parties such as structural, civil, architectural, mechanical, geotechnical engineers as well as roofing and waterproofing experts.

The other DT in Bel Air, California is scheduled to begin in the next couple of weeks. This will be the largest single family custom home (16,000 sf.) that OCBS has performed invasive tests on.

This DT consists of water testing windows, decks, trellises, and columns. Sections of the roof membrane will be removed, inspected, and patched back. Core samples will be taken at the pool and at a retaining wall to verify the composition of construction.

Orange Coast has dedicated vehicles specifically designed and fully stocked with a wide variety of equipment and supplies for Destructive Testing. These trucks contain everything needed for efficient testing and patch back such as:

• Spray racks for water testing,
• visqueen, tarps, and surgical booties to protect interiors of homes
• stucco, drywall and insulation for same-day patch back

See pictures below of our "Ice Cream Truck" one of our mobile supply vehicles dedicated to this type of testing.

                                                                

Contact us today for more information at info@ocbsonline.com   or toll-free at 1-800-834-2323

Monthly Maintenance Manuals, Maintenance Agreements, and Annual Site Inspections

Has your Homeowner Association paid thousands of dollars for a required maintenance manual that's collecting dust?

Maintenance Manuals can be essential in protecting the warranty period for newer developments. Maintenance Manuals are equally important in older communities for managers and homeowners to assist them with preventative maintenance to avoid future costly repairs. 

OCBS can implement your existing cumbersome maintenance manual or create a streamlined one from scratch. Whether monthly, quarterly, or annually your Maintenance Agreement is tailor fit to suit any budget. Orange Coast provides hassle-free maintenance and detailed reporting including photos of items in your maintenance manual's checklists.

OCBS also offers annual sitewide maintenance inspections and recommendation reports that are imposed by either the California Civil Code or your Homeowner Association's CC&R's.

Contact us today for more information at info@ocbsonline.com or toll-free at 1-800-834-2323

24/7 Emergency Response and Insurance Restoration

While OCBS has an excellent reputation for reconstruction, our insurance restoration division's history is equally impressive. From the minute we are notified, our radio dispatched emergency crews can handle the smallest to the most intense disasters.

Our estimators experienced with water damage, fire damage and wind damage use Xactimate software conforming with insurance industry requirements. We have a long standing rapport with most major insurance carriers and many independent adjustors.

From minor to major damage OCBS has the tools and expertise to expeditiously restore your home or business. Please see below pictures of a fire loss restoration in Anaheim Hills.

Make the ideal choice by contacting OCBS at 1-800-834-2323 the moment an emergency arises (after calling 911). www.ocbsonline.com

Homeowner Association Construction Specialists

Since 1982, OCBS has specialized in Homeowner Association (HOA) Construction. Our mission is to provide professional and efficient service through superior quality construction with close attention to detail. Orange Coast Building Services has built solid, long lasting relationships with building owners, community managers, board members, developers, insurance companies and homeowners throughout California. Please visit http://www.ocbsonline.com or call 1-800-834-2323 for more information on how Orange Coast Building Services, Inc. can protect, maintain and enhance your community.

Choosing the Right Contractor With the Right Insurance

Insurance certificates and endorsements can be overwhelming and confusing; which may explain why sometimes insurance is overlooked when choosing a contractor. Maybe it's due to the size of the job or the contractor's insurance seems to be in order. Sometimes the contractor's agent does not fully understand the type of work its insured is doing. Regardless of the reasons, verifying insurance is one of the most important aspects when choosing a contractor. This and future blog postings can be a useful guide to assist you with your selection process along the way.

General Liability - Covers claims against third party bodily injury, property damage, personal injury, and advertising.

1. Additional Insured Endorsements are also very important; in the event of a claim the contractor must provide you with legal defense if you have the correct Additional Insured Endorsement in place.
2. Be aware of exclusions such as condominium / townhomes if working in H.O.A.'s, or earth movement exclusions if any ground work such as trenching or subterranean waterproofing is involved. Orang Coast does not have these exclusions. 
3. Umbrella policies take over where the General Liability and Auto policies coverage ends. Umbrella policies are important where there is a greater chance of a large loss, such as work in high rise buildings. OCBS carries a $3,000,000 umbrella limit which means it has $4,000,000 liability limits of coverage on General Liability, Auto, and Pollution (which includes mold).

Auto Liability

1. Beware of personal policies with low limits, a $1,000,000 limit is the industry standard on commercial policies.
2. The certificate preferably should name "any auto" or "owned, hired autos, and non-owned". OCBS has "any auto" as part of its coverage. without "any auto" a contractor's employee using his own vehicle may not have sufficient coverage. 

Workers Comp

1. $1,000,000 employer's liability limit plus $3,000,000 umbrella coverage.

Other

1. Pollution coverage that extends to microbial growth ("mold"). This is especially important for environmental / remediation contractors to have.

Orange Coast Building Services, Inc. meets and exceeds all of these requirements and also has both Pollution (including mold) and Professional Liability coverage.