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Avatar for Tristar Builders, Inc. DBA Tristar Finish Carpentry
Tristar Builders, Inc. DBA Tristar Finish Carpentry
4.6(
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Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"His work is exceptional. He completed the work when he said he would. There were no changes in price. His price for a new kitchen, kitchen floor and installation of a new shower in the master bathroom was totally reasonable and fair. Very polite and well spoken. I highly recommend Tristar!!!!!"
Kitchen stove side
Kitchen sink side
Kitchen cabinet install
Full kitchen remodel
Full kitchen remodel

+4

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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M Z Finish Carpentry
5.0(
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Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Offers commercial services

We are a modern cabinetry and millwork company dedicated to creating beautifully crafted spaces that balance design, function, and lasting quality. With a strong focus on European-inspired aesthetics and clean, contemporary lines, MZ Finish Carpentry specializes in custom kitchen cabinets, bathroom vanities, closets, entertainment units, and bespoke built-ins.\n\nOur cabinetry is carefully crafted and built in our workshop, then professionally installed throughout Southern California, serving areas from San Diego to Fresno, and from Ventura County to Palm Springs. From concept through installation, our team approaches every project with precision, transparency, and attention to detail.\n\nWe work closely with homeowners, designers, and builders to deliver custom cabinetry and millwork solutions tailored to each space, lifestyle, and vision—resulting in refined interiors built to perform and endure.

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Assurance Painting, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Francisco & his crew did my ENTIRE Duplex, both Interior & Exterior as I readied the property for sale. A QUALITY JOB was critically important for this upscale property selling for well over a million dollars. "Cisco" was on the scene and made it possible for me to keep on schedule with many other workers & contractors so I could bring the property to market sooner than later. He was a pleasure to work with, and I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone needing a reliable, quality oriented professional that can stay on schedule while charging a very fair price."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Slate Construction
5.0(
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Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Mike is a joy to work with. He is professional, knowledgeable, and has a deep subcontractor network to draw from. His bids are transparent and you know upfront the cost of each trade, the specific scope of the project, and what his overhead+profit is going to be. I interviewed several contractors before going with Mike on two big projects, a garage-ADU conversion and a major remodel+structural modification. Some contractors would want you to pay them for an estimate/work-breakdown - look, I'm an engineer, I've worked in consulting, I would never ask a potential client to pay for my time to work up a proposal. It's part of doing business. Other contractors would just give you a $/sq ft price, not taking into account specific finishes or materials of construction. Not only is Mike honest about cost, but his experience is invaluable and he is always open to new ideas and eager to learn. Such a pleasure."
Kitchen remodel
Kitchen remodel
Kitchen remodel
Kitchen remodel
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Straight Lines Painting
5.0(
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Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Working with Straight Lines was a great experience. Kevin was always on time. He was patient and helped us pick a great color for the studio apartment he painted for us. He knew what we wanted even though we didn t. Kevin paid attention to details, was neat and efficient. To add to all this, his price was quite reasonable. We got several estimates for the job. We chose Kevin because we could tell he was going to be honest and easy to work with. I would hire him again with no hesitation."
Front Door
HVLP Sprayed polyurethane
Ornate decorative plants and birds
Exterior house repaint
Exterior house repaint

+14

Response time2 days
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Cabinet Contractors questions, answered by experts

The Janka Hardness Scale rates wood species according to their hardness levels or density. On the scale, hickory ranks as the most dense hardwood that is common for use in making cabinets. While there are woods that are harder, they're uncommon in cabinetry. Maple, oak, and walnut also rank relatively high on the scale and are excellent for use in cabinetry. 

Whether you install flooring before or after kitchen cabinets depends primarily on the type of flooring you are using. For materials like hardwood, tile, and sheet flooring, the best practice is to install the flooring first. This ensures the cabinets are installed at the correct height and on a stable surface. However, you should not install cabinets on top of floating floors, such as laminate or luxury vinyl plank (LVP). These types of flooring need room to expand and contract with temperature and humidity changes. Placing heavy cabinets on top can restrict this movement, potentially causing the floor to buckle and making the cabinets unstable. For floating floors, install the cabinets first and then lay the flooring up to them. Other reasons to consider installing cabinets before the flooring include saving money on materials (since you won't need flooring under the cabinets) and avoiding potential damage to your new floor during cabinet installation. Additionally, installing cabinets directly on the subfloor might prevent voiding your flooring's warranty.

Make sure your shelves are no more than 12 inches deep. Any deeper and it will become hard to access items towards the back of the shelf. Yet, for larger walk-in pantries, homeowners may prefer 15- to 18-inch shelving to make room for larger appliances and cookware.

It is typically cheaper to buy stock or semi-custom cabinets than to build custom ones. The price difference is significant:

  • Custom Cabinets: Cost between $500 and $1,200 per linear foot. This price is affected by materials, size, design complexity, and door styles. For instance, a simple slab door's materials might cost $60-$70, while a decorative mullioned glass door could be $100-$200.

  • Semi-Custom Cabinets: Cost between $150 and $700 per linear foot.

  • Stock Cabinets: Cost between $100 and $400 per linear foot.

While buying pre-built cabinets is more cost-effective, building custom cabinets allows for full modification to fit unique spaces, such as rooms with high ceilings or unusual layouts, which stock options cannot accommodate.

To estimate the cost of your kitchen cabinet installation, measure along the wall where you want your cabinets to be. Add up the linear feet, remembering to include both upper cabinets and lower cabinets in your total. Then, calculate the cost by multiplying the average price per linear foot of the type of cabinet you plan to install by the total length you measured.

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