A2M Contractors

A2M CONTRACTORS

General Contractor & Licensed Roofer

B & C 39 License #952120

Two story residential build

burton st, san diego 92111

1661 Burton St, San Diego, CA 92111

Designer Shower Tile – Sea Life Feature Wall

These photos highlight a luxury shower install with a sea-life mural centerpiece surrounded by geometric dark tiles. The craftsmanship emphasizes alignment, edge finishing, and integration of multiple textures and materials.

pebble-style shower floor, and custom ocean-themed accent tile centerpiece.
Close-up of ocean-themed accent tile mural
tiled shower showing built-in bench seating, dual niches

Shower Tile under Completion – Pre-Trim Stage
installation before plumbing and fixture trim-out. The craftsmanship ensures clean transitions, straight grout lines, and moisture-ready finishing throughout the shower space.

tiled shower featuring precision-set white subway tile on walls and ceiling.
White subway tile shower install

Cabinet Installation – Pre-Countertop Phase
These photos show blue base cabinets installed with plywood countertops ready for stone or solid-surface fabrication. The installation demonstrates precise leveling, proper outlet placement, and readiness for finish carpentry.

Row of navy-blue lower cabinets installed under a small window
Blue base cabinet plywood top

Kitchen Cabinet Installation
Cabinet boxes and island framing were installed in preparation for countertop fabrication. The kitchen layout is fully set with base and upper cabinets aligned.

Cabinetry and island base installation in open kitchen space.
Full view of kitchen cabinetry layout and island framing.
Kitchen island structure and cabinetry installed, ready for countertop.

DRYWALL INSTALLATION and prep work
taped seams and smooth ceiling finishes. Recessed lighting fixtures are prepped for final electrical trim.

Drywall installation completed with recessed lighting in ceiling.
Finished drywall and textured ceiling with large window opening.

Blue accent tile and white subway tile were installed to create a clean, modern shower enclosure. Tile spacers and leveling clips ensure straight lines and proper grout joints.

Dark blue shower wall tile installation in progress with spacers.
Close-up of blue textured shower wall tile alignment.

Shower Tile Installation
White subway tile shower niche framed and ready for grout.

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Full shower wall with white subway tile installation nearly complete.
White subway tile shower niche framed and ready for grout.

LIVING AREA TILE FLOORING FINISH LIVING SPACE
features newly installed plank-style tile flooring. Walls are prepped with clean white primer. Natural light through the windows enhances the clean and modern layout.

Large living space with wood-look tile flooring and primed walls, ready for finish work.
Wide living area with completed flooring installation and open stairway under natural light.
Room featuring new wood-look tile flooring and a sliding glass door for backyard access.

HALLWAY DRYWALL PREP AND FINISH 
shows the transition from drywall taping to the final painted finish with tile flooring. The framing, seams, and lighting prep have been completed for a clean corridor finish.

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Hallway interior showing drywall taping and mudding in early construction stage before finishing work.

INTERIOR DRYWALL WORK 
HIGHLIGHTING WALL PANELS, TAPED JOINTS, AND FRAMED OPENINGS. A2M CONTRACTORS CAN OBSERVE TAPED SEAMS, WALL COVERAGE, AND LAYOUT ALIGNMENT.

Drywall panels and taped edges showing finishing progress.
Drywall installation showing panels fitted and seams visible.
Drywall progress with taped joints and framed wall openings.
Interior remodel with drywall hung and seams taped.

INTERIOR STAIRCASE CONSTRUCTION 
focusing on framed stringers, step layout, and adjacent walls. 

Framed stair structure inside residential remodel project.
Framed stairs with stringers and treads in progress during remodel.
Staircase framing showing stringers, steps, and wall connections.

EXTERIOR STUCCO FINISH
capturing exterior progress with stucco applied and window installations completed. The set highlights the finished façade and roofing details during construction. 

Residential build with completed stucco walls and roofing lines.
Exterior view showing stucco application and installed windows.

SHOWER FRAMING AND WATERPROOFING– Residential Remodel 
These photos show a bathroom remodel, focusing on shower framing, waterproof cement board, and wall preparation. Here are some stages of drywall finishing and waterproofing around the shower area.  

Framed shower area with waterproofing and wall prep during remodel.
Shower area with cement board waterproofing applied in remodel project.
Shower walls waterproofed with black membrane and joint sealant before tile installation.
Remodel progress showing cement board and drywall prep in shower.
Shower remodel progress with waterproof cement board and framing.

Interior Drywall Progress showing the progression of drywall installation, from panels being hung to joints being taped and mudded.  also the feature finished drywall with even surfaces and neatly finished corners.

Finished drywall covering bedroom walls with taped joints..
Drywall installation and finishing in corner room with two small windows..
Drywall installed and finished on garage walls with ceiling joints taped.
Drywall finished around large double window with taped seams..
Drywall installed around stairwell with natural light from multiple windows..
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Drywall hung and taped along narrow hallway passage..
Completed drywall work around windows and sliding glass door in main room.
Drywall installation finished along framed hallway with open doorways.
Drywall completed in corridor with taped and mudded joints.

These construction photos show an active stucco installation on the exterior and batt insulation being installed throughout the interior. Scaffolding, staging, and materials used for various stucco application.

laying out the foundation for home addition
Close-up of new stucco surface around front entry with scaffolding.
Garage area with exposed interior, stacked insulation, and scaffolding.
Side elevation showing top-level stucco and working scaffolds.

Interior room with installed batt insulation between framing.  Installer on ladder placing batt insulation in ceiling framing.

Installer on ladder placing batt insulation in ceiling framing.
Interior room with installed batt insulation between framing.

Batt insulation around framed wall with sliding glass door opening

Batt insulation around framed wall with sliding glass door opening

Shower Framing and Waterproofing stage of construction shows a residential bathroom with fully framed walls, exposed ductwork, and electrical rough-in. The shower base has been coated with a waterproofing layer, preparing the space for future tile installation.

Framed bathroom with new shower base coated in black waterproofing and visible ceiling ductwork.
Second bathroom with black waterproofed shower base and ceiling duct installation.
Shower framing and plumbing rough-in with black waterproofed base and exposed studs.

Interior Rough Framing Progress shows the rough framing, plumbing layouts during residential construction. HVAC ducts, wall studs, and floor markings are visible throughout the project.

Bathroom framing with ceiling ductwork, plumbing, and electrical rough-ins visible.
Hallway rough framing showing open studs, floor sheathing, and partial wall sections.
Main living space framing with open wall studs, subfloor markings, and ductwork overhead.

here is the interior mechanical work during rough-in stages, including HVAC, electrical, and shower bench framing. These images help clients understand what’s behind the walls before finishes are installed.

Laundry plumbing and electrical lines installed between wall studs with copper and PEX overhead.
** Interior mechanical rough-in showing copper plumbing, ductwork, and wall piping layout.
Open ceiling trusses and ductwork visible with electrical boxes during HVAC rough-in.
Framed shower bench and drain assembly set in place before waterproofing and tile prep

key stages of stucco preparation on a new two-story home, including scaffolding, lath application, and wall sheathing. Designed for residential contractors, it highlights framing accuracy and envelope readiness prior to exterior finishes.

Stucco lath and scaffolding are installed on the upper walls of a two-story residential build during early exterior prep.
Frontal view of a house under construction with scaffolding, black lath wrap, and stacked stucco materials on-site.

THE INTERIOR MECHANICAL WORK DURING ROUGH-IN STAGES, INCLUDING HVAC, ELECTRICAL, AND SHOWER BENCH FRAMING. THESE IMAGES HELP CLIENTS UNDERSTAND WHAT’S BEHIND THE WALLS BEFORE FINISHES ARE INSTALLED.

Laundry plumbing and electrical lines installed between wall studs with copper and PEX overhead.
Open ceiling trusses and ductwork visible with electrical boxes during HVAC rough-in.
Interior mechanical rough-in showing copper plumbing, ductwork, and wall piping layout.

Interior framing with vertical studs and electrical conduit installed. OSB sheathing and rough wiring.

Interior framing with vertical studs and electrical conduit installed. OSB sheathing and rough wiring are visible along the wall.
Wall framing with stacked outlet boxes and vertical wiring. New construction showing clean conduit routing and exposed studs.
Interior plumbing and wiring routed through wall studs. Outlets and piping are positioned for rough-in inspections.
Framing wall packed with electrical wires, conduit, and recessed light boxes. Rough layout prep for utilities is underway.
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Red and blue PEX lines installed alongside wall studs. Open floor space showing layout for future bathroom or kitchen plumbing.
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Front exterior of the two-story home under construction with exposed OSB sheathing and an open garage entry.

Front exterior of a two-story home under construction with exposed OSB sheathing and an open garage entry.
Frontal view of the framed house with installed windows and open sheathing, sun glare visible above roofline.

This set shows the two-story home mid-construction, detailing sheathing, framing, HVAC ducts.

Interior ceiling view with plywood subflooring above and metal HVAC duct running between joists.
HVAC ductwork system installed in the attic space supported by roof trusses in an open framed room.
Framing for interior walls and vertical ductwork wrapped in insulation, part of HVAC system install.

the front and side angles of a newly framed two-story residence. It highlights the plywood sheathing, rough window installations, and temporary site access during structural framing.

Second-story framing in progress with plywood sheathing, installed windows, and temporary ladder access.
Frontal view of two-story framed home with installed sheathing and symmetrical window layout above garage.

Interior framing corridor view with open walls, truss ceiling, and visible structure spans.

Second-floor interior with angled truss roof framing and large double window overlooking property line.
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Interior framing with exposed ceiling joists and newly installed dual windows, showing roof cutout for skylight or ventilation.

Interior framing with exposed ceiling joists and newly installed dual windows, showing roof cutout for skylight or ventilation.
Interior wall framing with staircase to upper level in progress, windows aligned alongside stairwell.
Vaulted ceiling framing with symmetrical window layout and cutout plywood section on floor.

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Wide view of framed great room with three front-facing windows and floor joists supporting upper level
Second-floor interior with angled truss roof framing and large double window overlooking property line.
Corner interior framing view with twin windows and open ceiling, construction materials staged on slab floor.

The project advances with key framing milestones — including stairs, access points, and hallway layout. Everything is framed and staged for inspection and next-phase mechanical installs.

Close-up of completed wood staircase construction with landing turn under framed stairwell and rough opening.
Large open space with framed windows and partially built staircase under ceiling joists with electrical wiring staged.
Framed hallway with truss ceiling, wall partitions, and visible room framing leading to open space.

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Interior framing for vinyle windows installation with visible header support.
Interior framing for sliding glass door installation with visible header support and exterior trench preparation.

Wide interior framing view shows floor joists overhead, wall studs throughout, and an unfinished staircase at left. Material piles, plumbing stub-out, and electrical conduits are visible across the slab and perimeter.

Wide interior framing view shows floor joists overhead, wall studs throughout, and an unfinished staircase

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Interior view of stair framing shows open-riser wood stairs under construction with exposed stringers and temporary treads.
Frontal view of a two-story build shows open wall framing with floor joists below and a large central window rough-in above.
Framing of a second-story exterior wall is underway, with workers positioned on top assembling top plates and window headers.

Residential framing, ceiling trusses, and utility layouts.

Residential framing, ceiling trusses, and utility layouts showcased clearly.

Ceiling trusses on the job site.

Interior wall framing with conduit
Ceiling trusses on the job site.
Wall framing with window cutout

BEGINNING STAGES OF BUILDING THE CONVENTIONAL WOOD FRAMING.

Doorway framed into wood structure
Interior framing with horizontal braces
Preparing the wall for the roof framing.

Our team has been working on this residential concrete foundation slab, including visible plumbing risers, recessed footing areas, and smooth concrete finishing throughout the site.

Residential slab foundation with stepped elevation and staked rebar for future framing.
Complete slab pour with clean edges and early phase utilities visible along perimeter.
Structural concrete base set for residential framing, including stubs and trenches.

We’ve completed the initial concrete foundation pour, laying the groundwork for a new residential build. These photos show the precise slab work that ensures long-term strength and quality.

Newly Poured Concrete Pad
Fresh Concrete Foundation Slab
Concrete Slab Pour Completed,

Residential foundation excavation showing wooden formwork setup

foundation excavation showing wooden formwork setup
Residential foundation for concrete pouring
framing foundation perimeter forms
Residential foundation excavation showing wooden formwork setup
Residential foundation excavation with soil prepared for concrete pour
Residential foundation site overview highlighting excavation depth and perimeter forms

Construction site excavation showing the framing for the foundation walls.

Panoramic view of a residential construction site.

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Construction site excavation with clear blue sky
Detailed view of an active construction site with equipment.

EXCAVATION SITE WITH CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT AND DIRT PILES.  CLEARED CONSTRUCTION SITE WITH MINI EXCAVATOR AND TRENCHING.  WIDE VIEW OF EXCAVATION AREA preparing the ground pad for the structure.

Wide view of excavation area with dirt and machinery

Excavation site with construction equipment and dirt piles. Cleared construction site with mini excavator and trenching. Wide view of excavation area with dirt and machinery

Excavation site with construction equipment and dirt piles
Cleared construction site with mini excavator and trenching

A construction site with initial site preparation for a potential building project, featuring leveled soil with visible grading and compacted tracks, surrounded by trimmed hedges and nearby structures.  Workers installing temporary chain-link fencing around a construction site, following safety and security protocols for restricted access, with visible equipment and prepared soil in the background.

Ground site preparation for two story home.
chain-link fencing for safety and security protocols

 THE SLIDES SHOW the work has begun on this home remodel Residential construction site. showing a  new plywood sheathing, an open sliding door frame, and exposed framing for an addition.  An interior renovation project showing exposed wooden framing, insulation, and electrical wiring in progress.

A PARTIALLY RENOVATED HOME INTERIOR in progress with exposed wooden studs, ceiling insulation, and visible electrical wiring. The floor is covered with drywall debris, and construction materials are scattered throughout, including doors and tools.

Ground site preparation for two story home.
chain-link fencing for safety and security protocols

Rooms under renovation have exposed framing, removed subfloors, and visible wiring and plumbing lines, showcasing the scope of the work ahead.

Room under renovation with exposed framing, subfloor removed, and visible wiring.
Narrow room in mid-renovation with exposed studs, wiring, and plumbing.
Partially renovated room with exposed wall studs and a window centered in the back wall.
Narrow room in mid-renovation with exposed studs, wiring, and plumbing.
Partially renovated area with exposed insulation, framing, and rough plumbing.
Foundation construction site with wooden frames and trenches. Foundation construction site with wooden frames and trenches. Foundation construction site with wooden frames and trenches. Foundation construction site with wooden frames and trenches.
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OUR TEAM AT A2M CONTRACTORS with subcontractors are on-site discussing a new project.  stay tune for details on this two-story home construction.

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