Los Angeles: A city of southern California on the Pacific Ocean in a widespread metropolitan area. Founded by the Spanish in 1781, it served several times as a colonial capital before incorporation in 1850. Its real growth began after the coming of the railroads in the 1870s and 1880s and the discovery of oil in the 1890s. Today it is a major shipping, manufacturing, communications, financial, and distribution center noted for its entertainment industry. It's also the motion picture capital of the world; most populous city of California and second largest in the United States. Population: 3,485,398.

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California: A state of the western United States on the Pacific Ocean. It was admitted as the 31st state in 1850. The area was colonized by the Spanish and formally ceded to the United States by the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo (1848). California is often called the Golden State because of its sunny climate and the discovery of gold during its pioneering days. Sacramento is the capital and Los Angeles the largest city. Population: 29,839,250.
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Los Angeles Builders & Contractors

Architects

  • Built by Design - Overview of designs for all building and remodeling needs, serving Los Angeles and Orange Counties, also exhibiting a custom furniture line.
  • Estelle Jaivin and Associates - Residential and executive office design team offering remodeling and contracting services and construction project management.
  • Accorsi Art+Architecture - Firm practices architecture, interior design and urban planning. Also offers graphic and fine arts services for logo, package and product design.
  • Apparatis Co. - Design and production offering architectural services through design, fabrication and installation.
  • Arquitectonica - Architecture, urban planning and interiors. Includes key personnel and contact information.
  • Central Office of Architecture - Residential and commercial architectural firm provides company overview, publications, awards and information on projects.
  • Clive Wilkinson Architects - Architects focusing on workplace design, urban design, office buildings, furniture, residences and boutiques. Includes work, strategy, profile and news.
  • Corsini Architects - Architecture, urban design, and interiors. Includes information about their projects and a resume.
  • Engs Architects - Specializing in high-end residential, corporate and commercial design.
  • G.L. Russell & Associates - Provides solutions for space planning, commercial interior design and construction management. Includes services and sample work.
  • Intercision - Design firm providing architecture, interior design, furniture design and graphic design. Includes services and news.
  • Johnson Fain Partners - Architecture, planning and interiors. Includes firm profile and current works.
  • Langdon Wilson - Assignments include master planning and urban design, theme park, resort development, educational and high-tech facilities, conference centers, libraries, museums, hospitals, hotels, office buildings, sports complexes, health clubs, and governmental facilities. Includes philosophy, client list, projects, locations and opportunities.
  • Lehrer Architects - An award winning design firm specializing in innovative and emotive design solutions for solving spatial problems. Includes urban design, residential, public, institutional and commercial projects.
  • Lewis Schoeplein architects - Providing residential, institutional and commercial clients with design and planning services from initial concepts through construction.
  • MPGroup - A full-service construction and consulting firm specializing in construction related forensic expert witness and litigation support services.
  • Peteris Architects - A full service firm specializing in residential, commercial, tenant improvements, office buildings, banks and multi-unit housing. Includes news and portfolio.
  • RBB Architects Inc - Established in 1952, and known for meeting the architectural challenges of changing technologies and environments in healthcare and related fields.
  • Richard Levy, AIA, APA - Architectural photography and design. Includes interiors, exteriors, construction process, models, historical, display art, aerials and digital retouching.
  • Tom Marble, AIA - Provides details of current work and past projects, photos, stories, and a resume.

Builders, Contractors & Suppliers

  • E.F. Brady Company - Information on the services and locations of commercial sub-contractor team specializing in metal stud framing, drywall installation, doors, frames, and acoustical ceilings.
  • Quiet Valley Building Company - Sierra Madre firm offers remodeling, custom homes and structural renovations, with a specialty in millwork and custom finishing.
  • absolutelysolar.com - Electrical contractor specializing in the installation of photovoltaic systems in the Los Angeles area. Includes benefits and costs of solar.
  • ALC Building Consultants - Provides construction services, administration, architectural and lender services. Includes service descriptions and project photos.
  • All Waste Management - Provides asbestos removal, soil cleanup, hazardous materials removal, mold testing and cleanup, lead abatement, soil cleanup, fire and water damage restoration.
  • Allied Painting Contractors - Full-service shop specializing in custom painting and wallpaper stripping. Range of services including plastering, texture finishes, staining, varnishing, and lacquering.
  • AQ Management & Control, Inc. - A full service environmental contracting and consulting firm. Specializes in asbestos removal, lead abatement, hazardous materials removal, soil remediation, industrial cleaning, fire and water damage restoration, mold cleanup, microbiology decontamination, Anthrax biohazard and related services.
  • B and B Maintenance Services - Janitorial service company for the airport area including airline terminals, cargo facilities and other commercial buildings.
  • Bob's Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning - New installations, copper re-piping, repair and other services.
  • Bradford Wells and Associates - Specializes in custom home theaters and screening rooms.
  • C & M Drain Cleaning and Plumbing - Commercial, residential and property management plumbing specialist.
  • Cal-Quake Construction - Provides earthquake retrofitting. Includes information on renovations that can prevent or mitigate earthquake damage.
  • Closet Factory - Provides custom built closets, organization and storage solutions for homeowners, interior designers and contractors. Includes solution photos.
  • Commercial Paving & Coating - Asphalt and concrete contractor for municipal and commercial roads and parking lots.
  • Construction on the Web - Provides consulting and technology, specializing in the construction materials industry. Includes services and products.
  • Dagmar Design - Offers custom made lamps and lampshades. Includes online catalog for interior designers.
  • Designer Kitchens - Specializing in Italian made kitchens. Includes cabinets, plumbing, stone and tile.
  • Englekirk Companies - Consulting structural engineers known for the structural design of office buildings, shopping centers, hotels, department stores, industrial buildings and parking structures.
  • Environmental Property Services - A full service environmental consulting and contracting firm specializing in brownfields projects, contaminated soil solutions, removal, disposal, testing, cleanup and removal of hazardous materials.
  • Fayton's Floors - Hardwood floor installation and refinishing. Includes contact information and sample photos.
  • Foundation to Roof Inc - Provides home improvement remodels and new construction.
  • The Golden Lion - A direct importer of quality European hardware and an agency for antiques and decorative arts to the trade. Includes online catalog.
  • Hammer and Nail Construction - General contractor specializing in carpentry. Includes project types and contact information.
  • Hollywood Plumbing, Inc. - Plumbing, drain cleaning and sewer contractors. Includes overview, background and services.
  • House of Hardwood - A retail hardwood lumber business offering many types hardwood and hardwood products along with a full line of finishing products.
  • J&R Ornamental - Provides custom iron work from security windows, doors, gates to custom furniture. Includes photos and contact information.
  • J&S Circuit Breakers - Supplier of circuit breakers and electrical components. Offers repair services.
  • JS Construction - General construction, kitchen, bathrooms, commercial and residential remodels, water and fire damage.
  • Lighting Control & Design - Lighting control systems designed for building owners and the engineering community. Includes online catalog, lighting ideas and support.
  • Los Angeles Carpets - Carpet and upholstery cleaning service. Includes rates and consumer information.
  • Marble Merchant - Offers construction and fabrication of marble, granite and ceramic tiles for counter tops, fire places and other areas. Includes photo gallery.
  • Midtown Rooter - Plumbing and drain cleaning services in Southern California; site gives list of services and service area as well as customer testimonials; takes online orders.
  • Nabih Youssef & Associates - Structural engineering firm providing specialized structural and earthquake engineering consulting for new and existing buildings for civic, educational, high tech, commercial and residential projects.
  • OC America Construction - A general contractor and construction management services. Includes profile, projects and management.
  • Oceancrest Landscaping - An exterior and interior landscape design company specializing in outdoor entertainment designs. Includes services and gallery.
  • Once Upon A Wall - Decorative painting and wall murals by artist Nancy Rudolph.
  • SAF Construction - Interior and exterior remodeling, room and bath additions, interior repairs.
  • Santa Fe Wrecking - Buys and sells architectural salvage items, including lighting, plumbing, doors, and appliances.
  • Smith-Emery Company - Provides construction testing and inspection services including seismic evaluation, curtain wall testing, tile laboratory, geoservices and environmental services. Offices in Los Angeles and San Francisco.
  • SSP "Always Wrench-Free" Gas Off - Promotes a gas valve which shuts off easily for emergency. Includes specifications and contact information.
  • 21st Century Environmental - Performs mold inspections for commercial and residential properties. Includes services, information on mold, and inspection FAQs.
  • StandFor Construction - Provides home improvement projects ranging from new construction to small homeowner necessities.
  • Syska Hennessy Group - A nationwide consulting, engineering and technology, and construction firm focused in the aviation, education, energy, entertainment, government, healthcare, science and technology and sports and convention facilities markets.
  • Torkian Construction Inc. - Building commercial buildings, shopping centers, apartments, condominiums and homes. Includes company overview, projects and gallery.
  • Town Park Construction - Residential construction, renovation, and earthquake retrofitting. Company profile, service details and photos.
  • Trench Shoring Company - Provides the construction industry with shoring equipment and services starting with consultation before beginning excavation.
  • United Roofing Company - Company profile, description of services and contact numbers for licensed roofing contractors.
  • Wittler Young Inc. - Providing commercial and industrial air conditioning service and repair in Southern California.
  • California Building Officials - Provides info on the building official's role, committees, seminars, pending state legislation, and general construction business.
  • Cantera Especial - Manufactures and distributes items such as fountains, countertops, balustrades and pots made of cantera, limestone, slate and similar materials. Includes photo gallery. Locations in Sherman Oaks and Pacific Palisades.
  • David Alan Flooring - Includes a photo gallery, referrals, product and services information related to hardwood installation, staining, refinishing and repairs of wood floors.
  • Footprints - Full range of decorative arts and murals including painting, faux finishes, trompe l'oeil, Italian stucco, wood, metal and stone finishing.
  • Group Delta Consultants, Inc. - Geotechnical engineers and consultants with experience in highways, bridges, harbors, and buildings. Includes specialized experience and services offered.
  • ICBO Los Angeles Basin Chapter - Membership directory, seminar schedule, and archives of the International Conference of Building Officials group.
  • M3 Landscaping and Gardening Co. - Provides a complete range of landscape design, installation, and maintenance services in Ventura County and northern Los Angeles County.
  • The Stumper - Tree stump removal and tree stumps ground into mulch.
  • Windows Now - Window and house cleaning, serving the Santa Clarita and Antelope Valleys. brief overview of services and contact information.

Contruction & Demolition Contractors

  • Contractors State License Board    - Offers assistance for those interested in licensing information in addition to consumer advice for homeowners.
  • Alan's Bobcat Service - Bobcat tractor services: grading, excavating, trenching, and post hole and pier drilling. Covering the California areas of Gilroy, Eureka, Santa Rosa, and San Jose.
  • Allana-Lippert, Inc. - Architectural and engineering consultant firm specializing in roofing consulting, waterproofing consulting and building envelope moisture issues. Offices in Palo Alto, San Diego and Bakersfield.
  • American Asphalt Repair and Surfacing Co. - Asphalt maintenance with locations in Hayward and Fontana. Includes company background and project planning information.
  • American Demolition - Full service concrete cutting, demolition and hazardous materials abatement service company.
  • American Home Craft - With locations statewide, provides cabinet refacing, texture coating, vinyl siding, vinyl windows, and patio doors. Includes employment information.
  • Barrier Roofing & Waterproofing - Information about roofing, coating and insulating services, and the products used. Located in Fresno, San Jose and Stockton.
  • Berger Bros., Inc. - Lath, plaster and drywall contractors. Services include gypsum and interior veneer finish, exterior conventional cement, acrylic systems and cementitious fireproofing. Azusa and San Francisco locations.
  • BioCrim Cleaning & Restoration, Inc. - Provider of trauma cleaning (crime scene clean-up). Services throughout California.
  • BSK Inc. - Consulting firm, with offices in Bakersfield, Fresno, Visalia, Pleasanton, and Sacramento, offering a range of geotechnical, environmental, and construction support services. List of areas of practice and laboratory capabilities.
  • California Building Performance Contractors Association - Trains and certifies contractors for a better approach to energy efficiency, safety, comfort, and value. Background, history, officers and projects.
  • California Contractors Association - Directory guide to member contractors with clean license, customer references, insurance, and no judgements or liens. Referral service.
  • Dahlin Group - Architectural firm describes their community planning and design services. Extensive portfolio. Offices in San Francisco, San Ramon and Solana Beach.
  • FMG Architects - Architects and urban designers in Oakland and San Fransisco, CA. Project types include automotive, medical, education, historical, planning, residential and transportation.
  • Frank Booth Inc. - Mechanical contractors, specializing in HVAC, plumbing, sheet metal and design build.
  • Homeowners Education Association, LLC - Sells manuals of California Building Performance Guidelines, a proposed standard for new home construction. Includes FAQ.
  • L I Metal Systems - Rain gutters, soffit and fascia and metal roofing company supplying homeowners, custom home builders, large residential developers, and military buildings. Offices located in Pico Rivera, Dublin, Ventura and San Diego.
  • Major Lines of California - Wholesale distributor, open to the public, of kitchen and bathroom products. Services, products, portfolio, planning, and locations. Showrooms in San Francisco, Anaheim, and Palm Desert.
  • P.W. Stephens,Inc. - Residential asbestos abatement, lead removal, and mold remediation. Offices in Huntington Beach, San Diego, and Fremont.
  • Riley Development - A general contracting and project management firm in Los Angeles and Santa Barbara. Company history, project photographs.
  • Santa Barbara Building Associates - Construction management for homeowners associations and building projects; offices in Goleta and Westlake Village.
  • Tileshop - Importers and distributors of Italian, Japanese and Sri Lankan tile, with locations in Berkeley, San Jose and Los Angeles. Contains a catalog and featured products.

Home & Garden

  • Ace Rug and Furniture Cleaning, Inc - Offering carpet, area, upholstery cleaning, pet odor and stain removal. Includes residential, commercial, process and specials.
  • Contadino Landscape Design - Garden design, installation, maintenance, consultation, tutoring, garden accents.
  • I LA Design Services - Offers finishing of new furniture and cabinetry, plus refinishing of old furniture. List of services and pictorial examples of work.
  • L.A. Shoji & Decorative Products - Provides Japanese style shoji screens designed, handcrafted and installed with 35 years of experience
  • Linea Contemporary Furnishings - Showroom of modern contemporary furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom, office and kitchen.
  • Matteo - Luxury handcrafted home products using Italian fabrics. Includes collections, showrooms, stores and employment.
  • Noah's Art - Hand woven Turkish rugs and kilims supplier lists description of services and products.
  • Pot It! - Garden designer. Outlines the design process and includes contact information.
  • Reseda Discount Pottery and Fountains - Largest selection of fountains, pottery, birdbaths, tables, and benches in the San Fernando and Los Angeles area.
  • Rudy's Tree Service - Provides commercial and residential service. Includes list of services and contact information.
  • The Rug Warehouse - Listings of specials and sales of hand-made, natural dyed rugs. Company history and contact numbers provided.
  • SCV Pools - Custom built pools, spas, water features and landscapes.
  • Sterling Audio Video - Home theater design and installation.
  • Steve Hug - Landscape Architect specializing in custom residential landscape design, site planning, swimming pool design, water features, fountains, outdoor lighting.
  • Coastal Hot Spring Spas/Caldera Spas - With locations in Corona and Anaheim, sells portable spas, pools and accessories. Service and product information and showroom hours.

Interior Design

  • Blue Construct Designs - Specializing in minimalist designs and furniture. Includes photos.
  • Bob Moore Designs Architectural Interior Design - On-line portfolio of architectural interior design projects by Los Angeles-based designer, Bob Moore.
  • Bonnie Sherman and Associates - Offers fine furniture and accessories to the designer trade. Includes showroom location, gallery and manufacturers.
  • Brown and Trowbridge - Custom furniture and interior design. View commercial, residential and prototypes.
  • Closet Factory - Provides custom built closets, organization and storage solutions for homeowners, interior designers and contractors. Includes solution photos.
  • designCafeteria - Furniture design team for creative and functional objects for the home. Includes product samples.
  • Designer's Art & Frame - Provides custom framed decorative art consultations for businesses, including delivery and secure installations.
  • Ergo Design Works - Interior architecture and design. Offers a portfolio of residential projects.
  • Linda Rosen Interior Designers - Designer and decorator services for home or office. Includes home and office gallery.
  • Mural Mural On The Wall - Provides services to service to interior decorators and contractors including faux finishes, murals, faux ferrous and exotic and extinct faux wood. Includes services and online shopping for some products.
  • Nicholas Walker and Associates - Interior design firm, specializing in country clubs. Includes country club and residence photos.
  • Pompei Mosaic Tile - Italian manufacturer of high end marble mosaic tile, borders and medallions. Site is reference tool for the trade only.

Materials & Supplies

  • Ace Construction & Interior Design - General contractor. Company background, design capabilities and gallery.
  • A.C.H Insulation Services - Suppliers of residential attic and wall insulation. Describes cellulose insulation, how it's done and financing.
  • Amazing Plumbing - Service area includes most of Orange County and adjacent areas of Los Angeles County.
  • Big Valley Roofing - Roofing and waterproofing company providing residential and commercial services. Services Los Angeles, Orange and Ventura counties.
  • Bob's Roofing - Residential and commercial roof service and maintenance. Includes a glossary of roofing terms and informational sections on roofing products.
  • Denkers Garage Doors - Provides residential and commercial garage door installation and repair. View door and opener products and request an estimate.
  • Ellis Environmental management, Inc. - Environmental consulting, testing, and monitoring.
  • Felikian's Carpet - Flooring store with locations in Pasadena, Industry, Monrovia, and Fullerton. Photos, product overview and decorating tips.
  • Mesa Garage Doors - Overhead rollup garage doors for residential and commercial properties. Services parts of Orange, Los Angeles, and Riverside counties.
  • Renewal by Andersen - Window installation serving Los Angeles, Orange and Ventura Counties.
  • Saddleback Materials Company - Masonry and landscape products with online shopping. Locations in Lake Forest and Mira Loma.
  • Shelter Roofing - Provides installation of commercial and industrial roofing, exterior painting and retro-fit windows serving Los Angeles, Santa Barbara and Ventura counties. Includes product line, roofing process and exterior services.
  • Stuff Removal - Contractor specializing in landscape rehabilitation, repairs, maintenance, fencing, hauling and clean-up services.
  • Wealthcome Marble Granite Inc. - Granite and marble construction, including prefabricated countertops, vanity tops, table tops. Includes images. Offices in Alhambra and Anaheim.
  • West Coast Pool and Spa - Serving Los Angeles and Orange County for swimming pool and spa maintenance and repairs. Site includes list of services offered and contact information.
  • West Coast Vinyl Windows - Doors and windows. Site includes an image gallery and technical specifications. Showrooms in Anaheim and Mission Viejo; factory and service in Cerritos.

Organizations

  • American Ceramic Society Design Chapter - A non-profit organization of studio and production potters, sculptors, teachers, students, and ceramic designers. An extensive video library is available free to members.
  • British American Business Council Northern California - Offers information exchange, networking, and identification of business expansion opportunities for its members. Charter member of the British American Business Council and offers events with guest speakers, UK travel and visa information.
  • California Association of Business Brokers - Providing information and assistance with mergers and acquisitions, business valuations, businesses for sale and business opportunities: featuring California companies for sale, as well as education, training and support specifically for business brokers.
  • California Association of Personnel Consultants - CAPC is a non-profit membership organization which provides products and services to its members within the staffing services industry
  • California Business Leadership Network - An employer-driven organization that seeks to improve the capacity of its members to effectively employ the talents of people with disabilities.
  • California Healthcare Institute - A public policy research and advocacy organization for California's biomedical industry. Includes articles on current pending legislation, editorials of political policies and listings of current members.
  • California Independent Oil Marketers Association (CIOMA) - The industry's statewide association of independent wholesale and retail marketers of gasoline, diesel, lubricating oils and other petroleum products. 
  • California Independent Petroleum Association - A non-profit, non-partisan trade association representing independent crude oil and natural gas producers and royalty owners. Covers events, legislative activities and membership information.
  • California Police Chiefs Association - Representing municipal law enforcement agencies, the Association stretches throughout the state. Its membership is comprised of many well respected chiefs who are recognized nationally.
  • California Poultry Industry Federation - Statistics, reports, events, and membership information for regional association.
  • California Redevelopment Association - Supports and promotes redevelopment in California through strategic planning, education, and legislation.
  • California Redwood Association - Provides landscape architects with information on the grades, uses and application of redwood lumber. Design ideas, project plans and technical specifications available online. Redwood locator helps professionals find sources for redwood throughout the country.
  • California Restaurant Association - Represents and promotes the California foodservice industry. Dining guide, news, activities, and membership information.
  • California Small Business Alliance - A non-profit trade association dedicated to environmental progress and economic growth. Contains list of member associations and meeting schedule.
  • California Society of CPAs - Fresno Chapter - The chapter is open to all CPAs and CPA candidates in the Fresno and surrounding areas. Offers networking, a monthly bulletin, and continuing education.
  • California Society of Enrolled Agents - The California Society of Enrolled Agents is recognized as the professional organization for tax preparers, tax accountants, bookkeepers, income tax professionals and tax consultants
  • California Space Authority - CSA is a nonprofit corporation representing the diverse sectors of the space stakeholder community including commercial, civil, and defense. Includes upcoming events, California space assets, and news.
  • Californians for Telecommunications Choice - Group in favor of deregulating telephone services.
  • Calsaga - The California Association of Licensed Security Agencies, Guards and Associates. A not-for-profit professional membership services organization which promotes the industry and provides information to the public.
  • Center for Agricultural Business (CAB) - A research facility for agribusiness that is located at California State University at Fresno. Page includes list of publications, programs, services, and current projects.
  • Dairy Council of California - Provides nutrition education, promoting healthy food choices and lifestyles. Teachers order curriculum online.
  • Executive Service Corps of Southern California - Matching retired business consultants with nonprofit agencies seeking management assistance.
  • Export Managers Association of California - Organization dedicated to fostering and promoting export trade in California.
  • Fresno Advertising Federation - Local chapter seeking to improve the advertising industry through education, fellowship and direct community involvement.
  • Paintless Dent Repair - Tools, training, and online auto body Community Organization for the Collision and Auto Dealer Industry.
  • Referral Resources - A business leads and networking group in Southern California. Meetings are held twice a month in Westlake Village.
  • Southern California Industrial Safety Society (SCISS) - Established in 1920, it is the oldest non-profit organization for environmental, health and safety professionals. Yearly fees are affordable.
  • Woodwork Institute of California - Non-profit corporation, to develop and disseminate information relative to the uses, advantages and functional utility of wood products in all types of building construction.

Pest Control

  • Go Direct Fumigations, Inc. - A termite fumigation company serving Los Angeles, Riverside and Orange Counties.
  • Quinn's Exterminating Co., Inc. - Extermination and removal services. Covers Los Angeles County and parts of Orange County.
  • Tiger Termite Control Inc - Offers termite and pest control inspections, escrow reports, treatments and fumigations in Riverside, San Bernardino, Orange and Los Angeles Counties. Includes information on pest control, termites, fumigation and treatments.

Plumbing

  • A and B - Details the locations and services available for plumbing, heating, air and electrical repair, service and installation.
  • Bill Farrow Plumbing - Description of the services available in the county by a licensed plumbing contractor. Tips and guides for home maintenance.
  • Faucetman Plumbing - Services for business and residential properties in the San Fernando Valley.
 

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