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DM Builders
5.0(
24
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Arroyo Grande, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Everything went great. Darren was a pleasure to work with and very professional. We are exceedingly pleased with the work he and his team provided and would definitely use DM Builders again. Highly recommend!"
Master Bathroom Remodel
Master Bathroom Remodel
Master Bathroom Remodel
Master Bathroom Remodel
Master Bathroom Remodel

+29

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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El Dorado Construction
5.0(
15
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Arroyo Grande, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Antonio and his crew started work within days of hiring them. They demolished a second story deck with difficult access efficiently and quickly with no impact on the rest of the house. The replacement redwood deck is built to last with quality materials and attention to detail. Antonio communicated well and updated me frequently during the process and worked with me to cut costs. I highly recommend El Dorado Construction for any type of home remodeling."
Paso Robles Pool House
Paso Robles ADU
Paso Robles Main (framing)
Paso Robles Main
Paso Robles Kitchen

+84

Response time2 days
Response rate98%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Randy Huntington
3.6(
16
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Arroyo Grande, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Huntington construction was communicative through the whole process of my remodel. They do beautiful work and only give the best effort! Love that they are a small local business. Can’t recommend them enough."
Response time2 days
Response rate96%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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All In One Construction
3.9(
15
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Arroyo Grande, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We recently hired Dustin with All In One Construction completely remodel our kitchen and master bathroom, and I cannot say enough good things about them. From the very first meeting to the final walkthrough, they exceeded every expectation we had. His team was professional, punctual, and respectful of our home and our time. Dustin was responsive, transparent, and kept us informed every step of the way. He truly listened to our vision and turned it into something even better than we imagined. The attention to detail was great, from the perfect alignment of the tiles and cabinetry installation to the lighting and finishes. Everything looks custom and high-end. Dustin's team showed up when they said they would, cleaned up every single day, and never cut corners. If any unexpected issues came up (as they sometimes do in remodels), they handled them quickly and fairly. Very happy with the work they did. Thank you Dustin"
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A M Construction
5.0(
2
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Arroyo Grande, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Anthony helped me locate the source of a leak from heavy rains. He determined it was coming from windows and siding. He re- installed the windows, flashing, and siding to solve the problem. Work was done timely and professionally. I also had him replace area of plywood siding with Hardee board shingles."
Tide Ave
Tide Ave
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Kitchenette

+60

Response time7 hrs
Response rate90%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

There are both temporary and permanent ways to enclose a carport. If you’re looking to enclose your carport for the winter, a canvas enclosure could do the trick. It won’t be as protective as a permanent structure, but it can offer some protection from elements like snow, rain, and wind. For a permanent enclosure, you can add extra walls, add a new vertical roof, or a lean-to addition on one side of the structure.

Joists do distribute their load to beams, but they don’t sit on top of the beams. Instead, home builders nail or screw the joists directly to the beams such that the end of the joist butts up against the edge of the beam. Beams can sit on other beams for support, but you’ll never see a joist sitting on top of a beam or another joist.

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

Using a steel frame may raise the value of your home. Steel is more heat resistant, has better longevity, and doesn’t need any upkeep compared to traditional wood. You can also customize a steel build a little easier than other materials like brick, concrete, and vinyl—which have trouble bending and adapting to renovations.

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