On time" and "on budget" are what we
pride ourselves for and is at the core of our mission statement. Located in the
Bay Area, California, Blue Dog Construction & Renovation operates out of
Berkeley.
Andrew J. Gregor, founder and owner,
was an architect in
Wiesbaden , Germany, where he ran his own office for 18 years.
Between 1987 and 2005, his architectural practice succesfully completed more
than 4.5 million square feet in both residential and commercial
projects.
Since its inception, Blue Dog
Construction has completed a number of both commercial and residential projects
here in the Bay Area and can provide a comprehensive reference list.
Our work ethics are of the highest
standards and we are intent on delivering the highest quality work available for
your budget. Our workforce comprises a group of top level carpenters and
supporting crew that excel at what they do.
Blue Dog
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Building
with Green Products
2008 was to
date our busiest year ever despite the economic slowdown which is of course not
over yet. We completed a total of 18 projects which did not
include run of the mill maintenance work on clients' properties. Our
projects included additions as well as a number of renovations and the
spectacular deck, pictured above. Coming out of the living rock, each section
spanned over 16 feet, giving it a total span of over 32 feet. The redwood,
the larger beams consisting of 6" x 12"s, was sustainably grown and harvested.
We completed several commercial projects in the past year which included
work for schools and some work for a new restaurant in Oakland. That project
broke down after the owner failed to pay his invoices. Despite these setbacks,
we are looking confidently ahead and are optimistic for the
future.
There are a number of different approaches to 'Green
Building'. Utilizing lumber certified by the Forest Stewardship
Council as being harvested from sustainable
forests is a first big step in fulfilling the goal of a green building. More
information can be found about this on our page on 'Building
Green.'
There are a number of green
insulating products that are green and sustainable. Saving the environment does
come with a price tag, but with many products, it may not be as high as one
thinks!
Blue Dog is
going greener. With our latest vehicle aquisition, we are now beginning to build
up a fleet of biodiesel vehicles. The new Dodge Cummins Turbo-Diesel not only
has great mileage, but runs on biodiesel fuel made from salvaged oil from the
food industry. This is provided by the Berkeley Biodiesel Oasis which is moving
to its new location on the corner of Ashby and Sacramento Street.
Watch this space for more
information!
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Blue Dog Construction and Renovation License No. 891523 1333 Carrison
Street, Berkeley, CA 94702 Tel: 510-260-6058