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Avatar for S&L REMODELING AND DESIGN INC
S&L REMODELING AND DESIGN INC
4.9(
47
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Albany, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Raz and S&L Remodeling and Design were the best. My kitchen and bathroom room was a terrible mess. Professional, punctual and have reasonable pricing, and of course their work was great. I was quoted by 6 contractors before them but none felt like the right fit until this home remodeling contract came along. Finally, I am now able to have company over. The process and communication with project manager and Raz communicated well with me and my family and answered all questions and concerns. I told Raz that we are adding an extra room. So for the new year we'll have some great projects in the making. I'm excited. Thanks again SLR"
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+43

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for BE HOME REMODELING INC
BE HOME REMODELING INC
4.9(
67
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Albany, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It took us time to find a contractor. We got over Six quotes only two contractors actually sent us a bid. Ben was very responsive. He sent us the quote within a week from the visit. We were very satisfied with the process. We were always in the know. We have done renovations In the past with contractors and we were always not pleased with not knowing the schedule. We finally found someone we can trust and will definitely be using him again. Thank you again Ben it was a pleasure meeting you and working with you."
full house remodeling
full house remodeling
full house remodeling
full house remodeling
full house remodeling

+31

Response time1 day
Response rate99%
639 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for EA Home Builders, Inc.
EA Home Builders, Inc.
4.8(
23
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Albany, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Eric and his EA Homebuilders team remodeled our primary bathroom, which involved moving walls, framing, plumbing, electrical, installing a tile shower, and finishes. I had never worked with them before. Their quote was competitive, their work progressed at a rapid pace, and they finished the project in the timeframe promised. There were 2 occasions where changes needed to be made and they were reasonably accommodated without any nickel-and-diming. Eric is a great communicator and is always asking the customer if they need anything. Working with a contractor for the first time is always a nervous experience, but EA Homebuilders delivered on everything, and they will be invited to bid on all of my future projects."
Modern kitchen in concord
Modern kitchen in concord
Modern kitchen in concord
Modern kitchen in concord
Modern kitchen in concord

+49

Response time5 hrs
Response rate99%
202 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Bay Easy Construction
Bay Easy Construction
4.3(
154
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Albany, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are very happy with this company. They have done some work at our townhouse and we are definitely hiring them for any other future renovations. It is so difficult to find a contractor you can trust and when we met Ofer, we are very pleased. He is easy to talk to and he listened to what we want to get done and worked with our budget."
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+13

Response time9 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Tech Line Construction, Inc.
Tech Line Construction, Inc.
4.9(
19
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Albany, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It's difficult to trust contractors these days. We had a bad experience in the past with another contractor and we were very hesitant to use one again. However, we decided to give Tech Line Construction a chance because our friend recommended them. We are so glad that we did! They painted the exterior of our house and handled a bigger project for our property. I admire how Luis always kept us in the loop and he was always available to answer our questions. We'll pass the word to our friends and family about this company. They're the real deal!"
Fremont
Fremont
Remodel
Beautiful Kitchen Remodel
Beautiful Kitchen Remodel

+28

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by61%of homeowners
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Caval Construction
5.0(
7
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Albany, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jonathan built a trellis in our backyard and was able to save the vine while also building a trellis that is sturdy and will be long lasting. He had great suggestions on how to build the trellis so it won't rot. His communication is great and the quality of his work is top notch. I appreciate the value of his work and wouldn't hesitate to hire him for other projects."
Laundry room
Fireplace
Bathroom Tile
Master bath
Master bath

+1

Response time2 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Avatar for McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.7(
42
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Albany, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Throughout our project, their general construction services were consistently professional and reliable. They managed every detail flawlessly, ensuring a smooth and efficient process from start to finish."
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by15%of homeowners
Avatar for UNITED C CONSTRUCTION, INC
UNITED C CONSTRUCTION, INC
5.0(
4
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Albany, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Updating our home was a dream we have had for years. But finding a good contractor in Bay Area was so difficult, that we almost gave up. We were introduced to United C Construction by our architect(who we also love!) It was exhausting trying to find someone trustworthy and not overpriced. We had luck of working with Osmar which during the project we had clear communication, expectation of setting, professionalism and superior craftsmanship. He walked us through every step of the way, and helped problem solve tough permitting and structural issues in Berkeley!"
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Right side View
Left side View
Painting Day
Painting Day 2

+15

Response time1 day
Recommended by66%of homeowners
Avatar for Lerma's 5A Construction
Lerma's 5A Construction
5.0(
8
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Albany, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We have worked with Lerma's on several projects around our home. Their prices are fair, their work is of good quality and they are very fast. Plus Abraham is enjoyable to converse with. Would recommend their services to anyone!"
Front wood french door installation
Room floor installation
Front wood french door installation
Room floor installation
Room floor installation

+19

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

Most of the time, you’ll want to use screws on your subfloor rather than nails. Nails can actually weaken plywood, whereas screws can easily penetrate without damage. They also form a more secure connection because of their shape, preventing squeaky floors and tightly holding the subfloor in place. That said, some contractors do prefer nails depending on the type of floor covering because they allow for more flexibility.

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

It's possible to turn your carport into a living space, but there are additional factors to address over turning it into a garage. HVAC, plumbing, and electricity won't be optional, and you'll need finished flooring, drywall, trim work, and legal ceiling height, for starters. Also, keep in mind that living space conversions may require upgrading the foundation underneath, and the permits might be more expensive as well.

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