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Avatar for STAIRVILLE CARPENTRY Inc
STAIRVILLE CARPENTRY Inc
4.9(
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Colfax, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

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"There are truly not enough words to describe how grateful we are for Rosalin and the incredible work he created for our home. From the very beginning, he poured his whole heart into building our floating staircase, and it shows in every detail. The moment we finalized our contract, demolition began almost immediately, and he worked day and night to bring our vision to life. Our staircase has become the heart of our home and the first thing everyone compliments when they walk in. The ambient lighting and organic luxury design completely transformed our space and created such a warm, earthy atmosphere in our forever home. Beyond his craftsmanship, Rosalin’s positive attitude, humility, professionalism, and genuine care for his clients made this experience unforgettable. He took so much pride in his work, and we will always be grateful for the beautiful centerpiece he created for our family. We truly could not recommend him more!"
Response time12 hrs
Recommended by12%of homeowners
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PLUNKETT CONSTRUCTION
5.0(
13
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Colfax, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Plunkett Construction did a great job on our deck. He was able to solve several issues that arose during the work. He was an excellent communicator and very reliable. I recommend Plunkett Construction."
Good progress
Timber frame entry
Timber frame entry
Red wood deck
Custom kitchen

+40

9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
Parks Construction
4.4(
35
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Colfax, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The team at Parks construction was amazing! We have a 30 ft. high, 800 square foot deck that required some cross and vertical beams to be replaced due to dry rot. Jessup Parks the owner was on the job every day and tended to the job as if it was his own deck. What I liked best is Jessup did a thorough inspection of the entire deck and informed us of some other trouble spots needing repair but every repair was at a reasonable cost. He is solution-based and provides various options for the repairs. We are very grateful for Jessup and his team to repair our deck and for taking on such a challenging job considering the height involved. We highly recommend Parks Construction."
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Neill Dougherty
4.9(
15
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Colfax, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr Neill Dougherty is an excellent custom builder, designer, communicator, and always professional. His prices are more than fair, especially when we saw the finished room!! We were somewhat unsure of exactly how we wanted the room, so Mr Dougherty helped us by showing several options that would work for our Mother-in-law studio addition. The room is absolutely beautiful! I love the flooring and custom tile work Neill created for the kitchen and restroom. Neill kept us up with all stages of the project, and was very accommodating and polite about my changes and "ideas" along the way. He even had an fantastic designer help me with Interior decoration after the apartment was ready! There has not been any issue we had to call back about. We will hire Mr Dougherty for any future building or remodeling we need! We highly recommend him for any project or home build."
kitchen Remodel
Bathroom Remodels
Custom Masonry and Mantels
Patio Covers and Decks
Response time3 days
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Green Bee Construction Inc.
4.8(
17
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Colfax, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Warranties offered

Offers commercial services

"If you need a contractor in Grass Valley, I highly recommend Green Bee Construction. They did an incredible job adding a bathroom to our home and installing a mini-split to finish off our guest room. They are professional, easy to work with, and even helped us find a great painter and electrician. We’re thrilled with the results!"
bathroom
bathroom
sink and tpilet access
handicap bathroom remodel
wheelchair access counter

+26

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

You can choose 5/8-inch plywood or 3/4-inch plywood—anything thinner than these sizes may not withstand the impact of debris propelled by strong winds or can be easily torn off by intruders. Remember that the durability of the wood board is crucial, particularly for safeguarding your windows during severe storms. The effectiveness of using wood boards for protecting the investment you made in your home relies on using the appropriate material and ensuring proper installation.

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.

The cost to convert a carport into a garage averages about $22,000, ranging from about $15,000 and $55,000. Additional cost factors to consider include size, time of year, and how much of the carport you can reuse. Other cost factors include the kinds and amounts of materials used, such as:

  • Add insulation: $1 per square foot

  • Add drywall: $1–$3 per square foot

  • Add window: $450–$2,000 per window

  • Add outlets: $75–$500

  • Add garage door: $250–$11,200

  • Enclose framing: $5–$13 per square foot

  • Replace roofing: $1,000–$2,000

The primary parts of a house that need framing during construction are floors, exterior walls, interior walls, and the roof. The framing in these areas provides the skeleton for adding other materials over the top. With walls, for example, contractors can hang drywall over the interior walls and siding over the outside of the exterior walls. Proper framing ensures a sturdy house that is built to last.

Baseboards don’t have to be nailed into studs. However, nailing them into studs adds to their stability. When studs aren’t available, you can secure them with drywall nails directly into the drywall and adhesive. Always aim to nail into studs, especially in high-traffic or impact-prone areas.

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