What is Mass Timber?

Mass timber refers to a category of engineered wood products that are created by binding large solid wood panels, beams, and columns together to form a strong, durable, and fire-resistant building material. Common types of mass timber include cross-laminated timber (CLT), glue-laminated timber (glulam), and laminated veneer lumber (LVL). Benefits of mass timber include: Applications…

Our Use of 3D Imaging

At Costo Construction, we provide 3D imaging scan services as part of most of our projects as we’ve found it to be a significant value for our clients and design colleagues, especially in efficiencies resulting from shareable scan files that preclude numerous site visits up front during the planning of a project. Matterport 3D camera…

Structural Underpinning

Your structure is only as good as its foundation and as soil changes and alterations are made to older buildings, it is imperative to stabilize your foundation for the new build or addition. In structural engineering, underpinning is the process of strengthening and stabilizing the foundation of an existing building or structure. It’s necessary when…

Fire Hardening

If you are a homeowner in Southern California, you’re no doubt aware that your fire insurance premiums have risen exponentially in recent years. Large insurance companies have been leaving the state, leaving homeowners and HOA’s scrambling to find alternate insurers, often having to group various smaller carriers together to provide insurance for their properties. All…

Fire Preparedness

We here at Costo Construction are always thinking about and implementing fire and CO2 safety plans into our projects. Both commercial and residential. We’ve recently switched to supplying and installing these combination smoke and CO2 detectors with 10year sealed batteries. Once the receiving disk is secured to the wall or ceiling, we simply fasten and…

Quality by Contract

Costo Construction Corp.: Building Excellence Through Quality Workmanship and Client Satisfaction in Diverse Contract Models In the dynamic realm of construction, where each project is unique, Costo Construction Corp. has emerged as a trailblazer by consistently delivering excellent quality workmanship and ensuring enjoyable customer experiences. What sets Costo apart is its versatility in handling various…

Adaptive Use Projects

Adaptive use projects, such as the conversion of malls, offices, and warehouses, hold great promise in addressing the pressing housing needs in Southern California. With limited available land for new construction, repurposing existing structures can provide an innovative solution to meet the growing demand for affordable housing. One noteworthy example of a successful office building…

HOA & Property Manager Partnering

Homeowner Associations (HOAs) and property managers play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing residential communities. However, managing a community’s infrastructure and addressing maintenance issues can be complex and challenging. That’s where Costo Construction comes in. With years of experience and a diverse portfolio of successful projects accomplished with the likes of First Service Residential,…

Affordable Housing

Affordable housing is a pressing issue in many municipalities, and we’re committed to making a positive impact. By leveraging our expertise, we can actively contribute to the creation of affordable housing opportunities. In this article, we will explore how our company helps municipalities build affordable housing through various strategies, including renovations of existing buildings, warehouse…

Fire Features & Safety

Are you looking to add an all weather fire feature for your private residential or commercial display project? We do a lot of team building and coordination around fire features. Done right, all fire features must meet or beat NFPA and CSA standards and regulations, and pass municipal installation inspections. Beyond that, the mechanical components…

Commercial Project Partners

When it comes to commercial construction projects, partnering with a reliable and experienced team that is in business and that understands business needs is crucial for success. As well as our residential work, we offer a comprehensive range of pre-construction and general contracting services tailored to the needs of the commercial sector. Our expertise encompasses…