How to Start Your Improvement Project in Sacramento - Stockton, CA

1) Before you begin a major project, check for local zoning and safety restrictions:
Sacramento CA Planning Dept.
Stockton CA Planning Dept.

2) Find out about any available local home improvement incentives and programs:
California Home Repair Programs

3) Check to see if your improvements qualify for US tax credits or incentives:
Tax Credits for Energy-Saving Improvements 

4) Get free estimates from local prescreened contractors:
Prescreened Local Contractors

5) Find out whether your project will require permits:
Sacramento CA Building Permits
Stockton CA Building Permits

6) Check the records of contractors you're considering:
Sacramento - Stockton CA Better Business Bureau

ALSO
Get general information about this area here: Sacramento CA Information and Stockton CA Information

If necessary, file construction complaints here: California Contractor Review Board

A Closer Look at Sacramento - Stockton, CA
Geographic and weather concerns that may impact building and design: earthquakes, drought, fire

Elevation: 25 ft.
Population: 3,293,564 (combined)
Average Temperature: 60.8 degrees F
Average Rainfall: 17.5 in.
Average Snowfall: 0 in.