General Contractor in Daly City, California

Doelger home specialists. Fog-resistant roofing. And renovations that bring mid-century charm into the modern era.

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If you own a home in Daly City's Westlake neighborhood, there's a good chance Henry Doelger built it. Between 1948 and 1962, Doelger constructed 11,000 homes here — split-level layouts, picture windows, hardwood floors — creating one of America's first master-planned suburbs. The folk song "Little Boxes" was written about these streets.

Seventy-plus years later, these homes are ready for their next chapter. The layouts that felt innovative in 1955 now feel cramped. The original kitchens need more than a facelift. The foundations have weathered decades of fog-belt moisture. And the single-pane windows haven't been efficient since the Carter administration.

Population

105,000

Median Home Value

$1.1M

Permits

City of Daly City

Housing

Famous Westlake/Doelger homes (1948–1962)

Local Insight

Doelger Home Renovation Specialists

Doelger homes share predictable construction patterns — which means we know what we'll find behind the walls before we open them. Standard floor plans, consistent framing, and repeatable solutions let us estimate accurately and build efficiently. If you own a Doelger home, we've renovated dozens just like it.

Our Services in Daly City

What We Build in Daly City

Complete Remodel

Transform your space without the stress, delays, or budget surprises

Roofing

Weather-tight protection installed right the first time

Concrete Foundations & Slabs

Engineered for the Bay Area's seismic demands and soil conditions

Doelger Home Stucco & Dry Rot Repair

Dry rot, stucco, and siding repair for Bay Area homes built to survive fog and salt air

Exterior Repairs in Daly City

What Daly City's Weather Does to Your Home

Daly City's Westlake neighborhood is a museum of 1949–1956 Henry Doelger tract homes — consistent architecture, consistent predictable failure patterns. Stucco-over-shiplap construction was state of the art for its era, but 70+ years of ocean-driven fog and wind have exposed every weakness: failed kickout flashing at roof-wall intersections, soft wood behind bay windows, spreading dry rot at the party walls between adjacent units. We know exactly what's behind the stucco on a Westlake home before we cut into it.

Doelger Home Stucco & Dry Rot Repair

Daly City Construction FAQ

Doelger home remodels typically run $150–$300 per square foot. Kitchen remodels average $60,000–$120,000. The predictable construction of Doelger homes means fewer surprises behind the walls — which helps keep costs on estimate. We've renovated dozens of Doelger homes and know what to expect.

Daly City's constant fog and moisture require roofing materials that resist algae growth and moisture damage. We recommend architectural shingles with algae-resistant coatings or composite materials rated for marine climates. Standard shingles deteriorate faster in the fog belt.

Usually yes. Most Doelger split-level layouts have interior walls that can be removed or modified to create open-concept living spaces. Some walls are load-bearing and require header/beam installation. We assess the structure and engineer proper support before removing any walls.

Yes. Daly City's residential lots can accommodate ADUs under California law. Detached units up to 1,200 sq ft are permitted on most single-family lots. With Daly City's proximity to SF and BART, ADUs command strong rental income — $1,800–$2,800/month.

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