NEWS & RESOURCES
AWARDS
Our work has been awarded for excellence in design and construction by the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) at the local, regional, and and national levels.
- META Gold 2016, Residential Interior over $100,000
- META Silver 2016, Residential Interior $100,000 to $250,000
- META Silver 2016, Residential Interior under $100,000
- META Platinum 2013, Residential Kitchen over $120,000
- META Platinum 2013, Residential Kitchen $80,001 to $120,000
- META Gold 2013, Residential Bath $30,000 to $60,000
- National Contractor of the Year (CotY) 2010, Residential Kitchen over $120,000
- Regional Contractor of the Year (CotY) 2010, Region 7, Residential Kitchen over $120,000
- META Gold 2010, Residential Kitchen over $120,000
- Regional Contractor of the Year (CotY) 2008, Entire House over $1,000,000
- Regional Contractor of the Year (CotY) 2008, Residential Kitchen over $100,000
- META Gold 2008, Residential Kitchen over $100,000
- META Judges Choice 1997, special recognition for excellence
- Regional Contractor of the Year (CotY) 1996, Residential Historical Renovation
- META 1995, Residential Historical Renovation/Restoration
- META 1995, Kitchen $25,000 & Over
- META Honorable Mention 1994, Exterior Under $75,000
ARTICLES
"Do your homework before hiring a contractor."
Ask an Expert columnist Clayton Nelson, San Jose Mercury News, 6/14/08.
"Best to leave care of stone and marble to a pro."
Ask an Expert columnist Clayton Nelson, San Jose Mercury News, 10/20/07.
"There are good alternative to cedar shingles."
Ask an Expert columnist Clayton Nelson, San Jose Mercury News, 9/29/07.
"Installing tile in your bathroom."
Ask an Expert columnist Clayton Nelson, San Jose Mercury News, 9/8/07.
"How to pick a home design professional."
Ask an Expert columnist Clayton Nelson, San Jose Mercury News, 7/8/07.
"Many choices and prices for countertops."
Ask an Expert columnist Clayton Nelson, San Jose Mercury News, 4/14/07.
"Replacing front door is a good investment."
Ask an Expert columnist Clayton Nelson, San Jose Mercury News, 3/17/07.
"Zoning rules key to planning a backyard studio."
Ask an Expert columnist Clayton Nelson, San Jose Mercury News, 10/21/06.
"Coping with the rules for kitchen lighting."
Ask an Expert columnist Clayton Nelson, San Jose Mercury News, 9/9/06.
"A checklist to help you choose a contractor for remodeling project."
Ask an Expert columnist Clayton Nelson, San Jose Mercury News, 8/12/06.
"When it's time to choose lumber, go for straight, strong, and stable."
Ask an Expert columnist Clayton Nelson, San Jose Mercury News, 7/22/06.
"Backyard hideaways."
House+Home article by Holly Hayes, San Jose Mercury News, 7/8/07.
Features a project by Clayton Nelson & Associates.
"Identifying the cause of 'erupting' tile in the bathroom."
Ask an Expert columnist Clayton Nelson, San Jose Mercury News, 7/1/06.
"Mold and dry rot are signs that windows are leaking."
Ask an Expert columnist Clayton Nelson, San Jose Mercury News, 6/3/06.
"Remodeling a home in winter."
Ask an Expert columnist Clayton Nelson, San Jose Mercury News, 5/13/06.
"Cabinets from a factory or built locally?"
Ask an Expert columnist Clayton Nelson, San Jose Mercury News, 4/15/06.
"Fences, trellis, trees create private oasis."
Ask an Expert columnist Clayton Nelson, San Jose Mercury News, 2/25/06.
"Homes architectural style is key in choosing siding."
Ask an Expert columnist Clayton Nelson, San Jose Mercury News, 1/21/06.
"Building permits are required for good reasons."
Ask an Expert columnist Clayton Nelson, San Jose Mercury News, 11/5/05.
"Tile can be used to mask damage on concrete patio."
Ask an Expert columnist Clayton Nelson, San Jose Mercury News, 9/24/05.
"Home inspection may uncover other problems."
Ask an Expert columnist Clayton Nelson, San Jose Mercury News, 9/17/05.
"Black 'dust' could be mold or termites."
Ask an Expert columnist Clayton Nelson, San Jose Mercury News, 7/2/05.
"Staying in character."
House+Home article by Kim Boatman, San Jose Mercury News, 5/28/04.
Features a project by Clayton Nelson & Associates.
"Showcase for real life."
Home & Garden article by Ann Seymour, San Jose Mercury News, 6/11/99.
Features a project by Clayton Nelson & Associates.