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Ameristar Construction in Glendale, CA | Mason Remodeling
We provide independent Ameristar cabinet and construction service across Glendale, CA, from kitchens in Adams Square to baths in Rossmoyne. What sets our work apart here is that we account for Glendale’s clay soil before we ever set a cabinet, because it moves more than most people expect, and it moves Ameristar boxes with it. We’re Mason Remodeling, led by Isaac Pruett, and we’ve been serving Southern California homes since 2004. Call (803) 680-2547 for a free estimate on your Ameristar project in Glendale.
Why Glendale Residents Choose Us for Ameristar Service
Ameristar cabinetry shows up in a lot of Glendale homes built between the 1960s and 1990s, and by now most of it needs something: new doors, new hardware, refacing, or a full replacement. We know these lines well enough to tell you on the first visit whether a repair makes sense or whether you’re throwing money at a box that’s already gone. Isaac Pruett grew up in the Sylmar end of the San Fernando Valley and trained at Los Angeles Trade-Technical College, so he learned framing and finish work before he ever touched a cabinet door. That matters when the problem isn’t the cabinet at all but the wall behind it or the floor under it.
We’re an independent Ameristar service provider. We are not manufacturer-affiliated or authorized, and we don’t pretend otherwise. What that means for you is straight advice: we recommend OEM Ameristar doors, drawer fronts, and hardware when matching finishes matters, and we use quality aftermarket soft-close hinges and slides when durability matters more than the label.
Styles & brands we work with
Common Ameristar Construction Problems We Solve in Glendale
Here’s what we see most often in Glendale kitchens and baths with Ameristar cabinets:
- Thermofoil delamination on cabinet door edges. Heat and steam from dishwashers and ranges peel the thermofoil layer off the MDF core, especially in older Glendale kitchens without proper venting. The edges near the dishwasher go first, then the lower doors, then the uppers above the range.
- Sagging particleboard shelves and failing soft-close hinges. Wall cabinets in 1960s-1980s Glendale homes often carry original Ameristar installs, and the shelves were never built to hold a full set of stoneware. The hinges wear out, the shelf bows, and the door starts hanging crooked.
- Moisture swelling and mold growth under the sink base. Glendale’s older plumbing layouts hide slow leaks that never show until the cabinet bottom feels soft. By then the particleboard has swollen and the box is compromised. We check this on every Ameristar service call.
- Cracked or peeling painted finishes on oak raised-panel doors. Seasonal humidity swings in the San Fernando Valley, plus direct sun through unshaded windows, do a number on old painted Ameristar doors. The finish cracks along the panel seams first.
- Racked cabinet frames from soil movement. Glendale’s clay soil expands and contracts with seasonal moisture, and houses shift enough to throw cabinet frames out of square. Doors that closed fine in January rub in September. This is a Glendale-specific problem we always look for.
Ameristar Service in Glendale: What Local Conditions Mean for Your Equipment
Here’s the thing about Glendale that changes how we install and repair Ameristar cabinetry: the clay soil under most of this city expands and contracts dramatically with seasonal moisture. It swells in wet winters and shrinks in dry summers, and that movement translates into minor foundation shifts. Those shifts rack cabinet frames, throw doors out of alignment, and crack tile joints and backsplashes. We see it on the hillside streets off Glenoaks Boulevard and on flat lots near Adams Square alike.
Before we install or reface Ameristar cabinets anywhere in Glendale, we check for out-of-square walls and floor leveling. A cabinet installed square on a floor that isn’t level will bind at the doors within a year. A wall that’s out of plumb by half an inch over four feet will make even brand-new Ameristar doors look warped. We shim, level, and adjust so the cabinet works with the house, not against it.
Ameristar Models & Products We Service in Glendale
We service the Ameristar lines most common in Glendale homes: Ameristar White Thermofoil, Raised Panel Oak, Chestnut Hill, and Concord. White Thermofoil is the one we see most often in 1980s and 1990s kitchens, and it’s also the line most prone to edge peeling. Raised Panel Oak turns up in the older homes around Rossmoyne and Verdugo Woodlands, often with original hardware that’s finally failed.
When parts are needed, we source OEM Ameristar doors and drawer fronts to match existing finishes. For hinges and slides, we typically install quality aftermarket soft-close hardware because it outlasts the original components. We keep a standard inventory of soft-close hinges, drawer slides, and touch-up kits on the truck, which means fewer return trips across Glendale.
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| Service | Typical Price Range |
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| Cabinet Installation & Refacing | $4,000 – $13,000 |
| Backsplash Installation | $800 – $2,500 |
| Tile & Flooring | Project-specific quote |
Your final number depends on the size of the kitchen or bath, how many cabinet boxes need replacing versus refacing, and what’s hiding behind the walls once we open things up. Every project gets a written price before any work starts, and that price doesn’t move unless you change the scope. Call (803) 680-2547 to schedule a free estimate, and we’ll walk the space with you and give you real numbers.
Serving Glendale, CA - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re a Glendale General Contractor based in the area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs – Ameristar Construction in Glendale
My Ameristar thermofoil cabinet doors are peeling – can you repair just those or do I need full replacement?
You can often repair just the affected doors. If the thermofoil is peeling on a few door edges but the MDF core is dry and solid, we replace those doors or refinish them. If moisture has gotten into the core, those doors are done, and we’ll tell you that. The cabinet boxes usually outlast the doors. Call (803) 680-2547 and we’ll assess what’s salvageable for free.
Do you carry Ameristar-specific hardware like soft-close hinges and drawer slides?
We keep soft-close hinges and drawer slides stocked for the Ameristar lines common in Glendale homes. For doors and drawer fronts, we order OEM Ameristar when we need an exact finish match, and we use aftermarket hardware when it outperforms the original. Either way, you get a written quote before anything gets ordered.
How does Glendale’s clay soil affect my Ameristar kitchen cabinets?
Glendale’s clay soil expands and contracts with seasonal moisture, which causes minor foundation shifts that can rack cabinet frames and misalign doors. We check for out-of-square walls and floor leveling before any Ameristar install or refacing, and we shim and adjust so the cabinets work with your home’s movement rather than fighting it.
Can you match my existing Ameristar cabinet finish if I only need a few new doors?
Yes, in most cases. We source OEM Ameristar doors and drawer fronts to match your existing finish, and we can order custom-matched pieces for older lines. The match may not be perfect on a 30-year-old finish that’s faded in the Glendale sun, but it’ll be close enough that nobody notices from across the kitchen. Call (803) 680-2547 for a free estimate.
What’s the typical cost to reface Ameristar cabinets in Glendale?
Ameristar cabinet refacing in Glendale typically runs $4,000 to $13,000 depending on kitchen size, door style, and whether you’re also doing a backsplash or crown molding. New doors with soft-close hardware land at the lower end, and full refacing with new panels and trim runs higher. Call (803) 680-2547 and we’ll give you an exact price in writing.
Service Areas Near Glendale
We serve Glendale and the surrounding cities. You’ll find our Ameristar service crews in Los Angeles, Pasadena, Burbank, Eagle Rock, and La Cañada Flintridge. If you’re in a neighborhood around Glendale service area, we’re nearby. We also run Ameristar calls further out, including Ameristar service in Ontario and Ameristar service in Elk Grove.
Book Your Ameristar Service in Glendale Today
Call (803) 680-2547 to schedule your free Ameristar cabinet estimate in Glendale. We’ll put a written price in your hand before any work starts, and you’ll know exactly who’s coming to your door: name, photo, and uniform. Every project is covered by the 365-Day Done Right Promise. Schedule your walkthrough today.
Written by Isaac Pruett, Owner at Mason Remodeling, serving Glendale since 2004. Know who’s coming, know what it costs, know it’s backed up – everything else is just noise.
