Montgomery Sansome is a family owned business with Len Nordeman, G.P at the helm. Len obtained his contractor’s license in 1965, and has since completed over 20,000 construction projects — some clients Len has worked with for over 25 years. They specialize in kitchen & bath remodeling together with window & door replacements. Len has personally designed & supervised over 1,000 kitchen/bath renovations from design to finish and installed over 15,000 windows and doors. Montgomery Sansome has ‘on staff’ carpenters, electricians, plumbers and painters. This means less total time & project cost.

One of their supervisors (Kenny) started working with Len in 1966 and currently manages many of the projects. Everyone loves working with this very experienced Irish construction expert.

Len works with many charities and is a Shrine clown on occasional weekends working with challenged children, when he is not flying his hot air balloon (which he built himself).

Montgomery Sansome offers a mold inspection flat fee of $299 which includes:

• Site inspection
• Field Samples
• Laboratory report identifying mold species
• A written report of observed site conditions and recommendations, combined with decades of experience identifying the problems
• Free estimate for the mold remediation required
• In a hurry??—Same day turn around laboratory service available

Montgomery Sansome has passed the tests required for IICRC certification recognized throughout the United States as the inspection authority certification to obtain for insurance industry cleaning standards.

Len Nordeman Montgomery Sansome’s general partner, has purchased many thousands of windows as a General Contractor. Len elected to build a window showroom for display of many window manufacturers’ products, which then allowed him to buy from the manufacturers direct as a dealer. This substantially lowered his acquisition costs, and he chose to share this lower cost with other contractors. A1 Quality Windows and Doors has many contractors who buy their windows from A1 Quality simply because they get the same window for less money.

Purchasers/customers have benefit of the credible knowledge of the sales manager, Eloa Sharif. Her knowledge come from many years in the window business.

Contractors, are you sick of paying too much for your windows? Let us give you a quote on your next project. You’ll be happy you did. We offer Simonton, Milgard, IWC, Marvin, and many others—ALL at discounted prices.

Installation methods vary widely depending upon field conditions. The installation procedure can include the complete removal of the existing frame, sash, etc. including the perimeter stucco, and sometimes that is the only method available for proper installation, however that is the most expensive method for replacing windows.

The next least expensive way is to utilize a block frame installation, which replaces the movable sash only (in wood sash windows) including parting bead, followed by the installation of either new stops on the inside or the outside. This method is very quick, and provides a inexpensive and suitable replacement technique that meets normal industry standards.

The third installation method commonly used is by utilizing a retrofit flange. This method involves the vinyl, or metal frame of the new windows installed over the top of the exterior surface of the structure. This provides a quick and neat installation, and is sometimes done without disturbing any of the surrounding surfaces. This method too is completely within industry standards.

Most windows are available for all three installation methods with a few exceptions. You will pleased with the analysis made by our site technician who will provide you with the installation alternatives right on the site, and completely free of charge.
It’s nice to know that when the project is completed your site would be cleaned of all debris, windows washed, and everything thoroughly operational and verified during our final check.

Avoid the horror of stories about cheap windows that leak and cause mold inside the walls which can result in thousands of dollars in clean up costs as well as create a serious health hazard. Avoid the horror of stories about cheap windows that leak and cause mold inside the walls which can result in thousands of dollars in clean up costs as well as create a serious health hazard.

Newly available subsidies maybe available through government programs sponsored by our President, Barack Obama, as well as tax credits up to $1,500 for windows. Allow one of our window experts to assist you in applying for these subsidies. A1 Quality windows uses highly trained technicians for installation which means your windows will always turn out great.

A1 Quality windows can replace your old wood windows with new wood windows, or fiberglass clad that will satisfy the San Francisco building department requirements for windows in some areas of San Francisco. We are up to date on the requirements in your area, and will provide this information without cost to you.

A1 Quality windows provides the anticipated delivery date, an installed date and a completion date.

Visit the window showroom at 305 Adrian Rd in Millbrae and view the superior quality of the our brands of windows including Milgard, Simonton, IWC, Amerimax, Integrity, Marvin, TruFrame, and many others, and remember most manufacturers today offer a lifetime warranty.

Montgomery Sansome’s General Partner, Len Nordeman, first obtained his General Contractor’s license in 1965 and has since installed more than 25,000 windows along with thousands of other major construction projects from fire reconstruction to kitchen and bath remodeling.

Give A1 Quality Windows and Doors a chance to bid your project, you’ll be glad you did.

We at Montgomery Sansome take great pride in providing the services to the general public based upon Xactimate billing rates, and we can bill your insurance company direct for the services provided.

You are 15 seconds away from a live emergency dispatcher who will coordinate your project clean up with an appropriate staff properly trained in addressing the onsite needs resulting from any emergency.

Ask about our Absolute Odor Control Guarantee.

“Len and his crew have also gone out of their way to make our renovation seem like the only renovation they have going on. I feel like we get extreme personal attention and assistance. He is also very thorough and is making sure that we will be moving back into a safe environment. We really appreciate this fact, as we have a two year old daughter with asthma.” – April A.

You may feel confident that with our more than 40 years experience and service excellence, that the technicians dispatched to your site will provide the expert services required to properly address all damages from fire, water, to sewer backup.

Residential. Commercial. Industrial. High Rise. Large Loss

Montgomery Sansome has teams on standby for emergency services available throughout the entire bay area.

• Services Available
• Security board-up
• Emergency drying. Structural stabilization
• Temporary power restoration
• Content pack – out (your contents will be inventoried, carefully packed, and stored at our 38,000 sq. ft. facility in Millbrae Ca. protected by video camera 24/7.)

COMPLETE RESTORATION SERVICES

Over 40 years of experience and thousands of completed construction projects, and Montgomery Sansome still remains A+ rated with the Better Business Bureau. Len, Montgomery Sansome’s general partner, has been working with one of the superintendents, Kenny, for more than 40 years.

Visit our kitchen and window showroom and design center at 305 Adrian Rd. Millbrae, CA. (2 minutes from the SFO Airport)

We normally recommend that clients go directly to the tile distributer showrooms to select their own tile from the many available colors and designs where they can spend as much or as little as necessary to accomplish their goals. Montgomery Sansome provides the skilled labor force to install owner provided tile and other elements of the project including bathroom fixtures. This method of owner provided materials for their bathroom renovations reduces the costs significantly for the homeowner as there is no markup on materials purchased by the homeowner. We charge only for the labor and the materials necessary to properly install homeowner provided materials for the remodeling.

Montgomery Sansome provides a starting date, and a guaranteed completion date in order that each owner has full knowledge how long the project will take, and a precise date when it will be finished. Is your satisfaction guaranteed? Absolutely. We wouldn’t have it any other way. Our customers are our very best source of business because we believe in customer satisfaction and we are committed to that standard.

Early in March, we found out that we had a mold problem in our house. It is an older unit in SF, not understanding what that meant we contacted several contractors regarding the problem and found out that mold is not a simple problem to correct and to be sure to have it taken care of we should contact a mold abatement contractor. At that point I decided I was going to do some research of my own and proceeded to look up what it was that I needed to do to correct the problem. Once we recognized the degree of sophistication that was required we went searching for a mold abatement contractor. We found Montgomery Sansome right away. I was impressed that the contractor (Len) also taught a class on mold abatement. We immediately contacted him. My phone call was returned that day and we discussed what problems mold can cause, what generally needs to be done, and that he was available to handle the job. We coordinated a date and within a week the work on the house began. The company is altogether wonderful to work with. Len was extremely diligent in his contact with us so that we understood every step of the process and the costs associated with it. He was also very thorough with his investigation of the problem and the work that was needed to correct it. In a matter of two weeks, the mold was gone and the work completed. I would also say that without the Len’s reassurance and the amazing front-line staff this would’ve been a very stressful situation. They made us feel very confident that the work would be taken care of and the mold abated. I would recommend this company highly for anyone with this problem. You won’t be disappointed!

July 1, 2009

Dear Len,

I just wanted to drop you a line to let you know how pleased I was with the mold inspection you did on the house on Parma.

From the moment you arrived, I was extremely impressed by your technical competence and your knowledge of mold and how it occurs in buildings.

I was especially impressed with the thoroughness of your inspection and your insights into the causes of the mold problem in the house on Parma, especially compared to another mold inspection firm that I had used on a previous inspection and who had done a far inferior job and charged more as well.

The difference between you and the other mold firm was like day and night.

I give you my highest possible recommendation – and my sincere thanks.

Mold Report

Dear Mr. Lo

Thank you for retaining Montgomery Sansome to perform a site inspection for potential mold, and to submit this report.

A site inspection was performed on August 27, 2009 at 12:30 pm. Present during the inspection were myself, my assistant Yma Nabong, yourself, the seller’s agent, and the seller.

The interior inspection included two areas of potential mold as follows:

A. Front bedroom: A dark substance appearing to be mold was clearly visible in the front bedroom outside corner in an area of approximately 2 sq. ft. just above the baseboard. A small portion of the carpet was pulled back to view the substrate and carpet pad for visible mold. No visible mold was observed at the carpet pad, or carpet backing however the subfloor, and tack strip did appear to have water stains.

A two prong moisture meter (Drieaz) was used to slightly penetrate surfaces in the surrounding area, which emits a beeping alarm when moisture is contacted. No moisture was noticed in this area.

One bulk sample (tape lift) was obtained at the wall surface areas of potential visible mold marked sample #3. An additional bulk sample was taken under the carpet tack strip marked sample #4. While no mold was visible the lab report indicate high levels of Aspergillus and medium levels of Ulocladium indicating mold in this area which will require removal of some of the carpet and pad.

B. Rear Bedroom: Water stains were observed of the rear wall at the rear bedroom. The same moisture meter was used. Beeping sounds indicated low level of moisture at the sheetrock directly above the baseboard. Baseboard and carpet were lifted to view conditions of the substrate. Dark substance appearing to be mold was observed at the back of the baseboard. One bulk sample was obtained at the wall surface behind the baseboard marked sample #5.

The area of moisture was approximately 1 sq. ft.

Exterior
An exterior inspection revealed two areas of suspect conditions which could allow water to migrate into the structure. The rear elevation consist of 1×8 V rustic siding with knots, and minor splits directly above and in line with the interior moisture observed in the rear bedroom.

Based upon this observation and the moisture levels observed, we suspect the membrane under the siding has been compromised, and two strips of siding should be replaced at this area and repairs to the membrane performed prior to installation of new siding.

An additional area at the left front corner (outside the front bedroom) was observed to have relatively large gaps at the battons covering the siding, above the water table, as well as cracks at the water table at the horizontal contact point to the siding.

We feel that it is possible that water is migrating into the structure via these openings. The recommended repair scheme for this area is to tighten the battons, and caulk openings at this corner.

It is our experience that vertical siding is subject to more leaks and is more reliant upon caulking compound than horizontal siding due to the inherent nature of the lap benefit siding not part of vertical siding installation.

Air Samples
Two air quality samples were taken, using a heavy duty Rotary Vane Pump which collects air with a volume of 15 L per minute for 5 minutes, one at the interior of the front bedroom close to the front corner marked sample #2, and one outside at the front lawn marked sample #1.

Mold reports are attached hereto (5 total).

The conclusion of this writer is visible mold is confirmed by the field bulk samples and requires abatement at the rear and front bedrooms.

Comparing the outside air and the inside air samples indicates no significant spread of the interior mold has occurred, probably as a result of stagnant air at the two areas involved, and the bulk of the mold is within the wall cavities.

We recommend that abatement procedures be performed, including negative air and containment booths as well as carpet protection be utilized to remove the wall surfaces at areas of visible mold to expose the framing cavities followed by removal of visible mold at the framing cavities and the application of an encapsulant as an extra precaution. Post abatement, air scrubbers should then be installed in the rear bedroom, and front bedroom (switched from negative air) for a period not less than 24 hours. Following the air scrubbing procedure, additional air quality samples should be taken for post remediation verification (PRV).

Following laboratory reports received, post remediation verification (PRV) report should be prepared indicating the mold levels observed, and a permission to rebuild will be issued by Montgomery Sansome.

You may choose to rely on this post remediation verification report from Montgomery Sansome, including the laboratory reports, or you may choose to retain an additional environmentalist for this verification.

We propose the following cost for the work outlined above:

Remediation and Additional Reports ………………………………………………………………………………………… $3,714.58

Estimated repairs:
Exterior siding with readily available stock material (no special mill work), caulking, prime coating (no finish paint)………….$728.57

Interior repairs:
Dry wall- no taping, texturing or paint, reinstall baseboard, remove (approximately 4 sq ft.) potentially contaminated carpet
at corners of both bedrooms (Carpet repair not included) ………………………………………………………………………… $416.54

The aforementioned estimate does not include permits.

Work can be performed immediately upon authorization, with anticipated completion date 7 to 9 days following authorization.

Thank you for this opportunity to provide this report and these services.

Please sign the attached work order and we will schedule the work for this weekend (no additional overtime charge for weekend work).

Very truly yours,

Len Nordeman
General Partner

Len Nordeman is the head instructor at the Millbrae Mold Institute, also home based at Montgomery Sansome. Mold classes are conducted, and certificates of “Certified Mold Environmentalists” are issued to dozens of people who have taken this training, and are now qualified environmentalists and technicians who practice the latest techniques in the safe and efficient abatement of contaminated surfaces, including mold and black water. Our graduates are also versed in the initial steps required to limit the spread of these dangerous contaminates.

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Montgomery Sansome has available an absolute odor control guarantee.

Odor control procedures involve specialized drying and cleaning methods, as well as specialized dry cleaning for soft goods, combined with the use of HEPA air movers. HEPA stands for High Efficiency Particulate Air cleaner. When this equipment is used immediate reduction of air borne particulate occurs, including removal of particulate down to .3 micron which is sufficient to filter out molds, bacteria, and even viruses. Dehumidification equipment should be installed in areas where elevated humidity exists and drying is necessary, along with the use of the HEPA air movers.

Do you have a mold or mildew infestation in your Half Moon Bay, CA home? Don’t fear, we’re the best company in the business and we are happy to help. Over the year’s we’ve grown to be the best Hillsborough Abatement company; our Better Business Bureau rating is A+ due to unparalleled customer satisfaction. Additionally, we run Hillsborough Institute

If you are not sure whether you have a mold problem: we offer a Mold Inspection Service which includes a site inspection, field samples, laboratory test identifying mold species, observations and recommendations based upon decades of mold remediation experience, free estimate for the mold abatement required, and 24 hour result turnaround.

If you are looking for a Hillsborough Remediation company, you are in the right place, give us a call for the best service.