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Avatar for C & M Kitchen Cabinets Inc
C & M Kitchen Cabinets Inc
4.8(
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Custom Cabinets - Build

Serving Costa Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It was the Best! Jacques, the owner of C. & M Cabinets, always gives you the Best results. He is a true craftsman. Jacques, and the men who work for him, are all the Best any homeowner could want. In 10 years Jacques and his men installed a new kitchen, and 3 new bathrooms in our home. From flooring, to plumbing, electrical, tile & counter tops and breathtaking cabinets (what Jacques makes & installs) and painting. Jacques enthusiasm and expertise is a joy to work with! His communication is great, always easy to get hold of. Jacques is always on time too. A rarity for contractors! He will help you design the project too if you wish. Jacques' workers are also punctual and friendly and they are total professionals and experts in their field."
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+94

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Jonathan Kim Design
Jonathan Kim Design
4.9(
253
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Costa Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jonathan is a master in workmanship. He brought our dining room and chairs back to brand new condition. We are hiring him for more projects. Thank you Jonathan Kim Designs!"
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Carlyle Resident in Westwood, CA
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New Hope Church
New Hope Church

+67

Response time2 days
192 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Remo Construction
4.9(
83
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Costa Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mr. Remo was wonderful to work with the job each time they arrived on time and performed excellent work. Absolutely professional and work hard to get the job done in a timely manner. I highly recommend for your construction needs around woodworking on outside of the house such as patio decks and more. Provided good detailed discussion of how,. what and where certain repairs needed to ensure long term fix/replace etc. Very old school knowledgeable."
Lake Forest
Balcony Deck
Life Deck Waterproofed
TREX + Wood Railings
Cedar Shingles

+43

Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Denali National Construction Company, Inc.
4.9(
48
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair - For Business

Serving Costa Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We enjoyed working with Denali National Construction, including Victor and Mayra (the owners), and their great team! Victor is very knowledgeable and easy to work with. This company was referred to us by Angi to replace three fascia boards (required removing and reinstalling roof tiles and waterproof paper in order to replace two of the fascia boards) and a wooden side-gate. Victor was able to meet me, provided me his written quote, and scheduled to start our project within a very short time. Victor and his team showed up on time and completed the project within the scheduled timeframe with an excellent quality workmanship. We would definitely use this company again for our future projects. We were very pleased and highly recommend this company!"
exterior paint
exterior paint
exterior paint
exterior paint
exterior paint

+16

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AMERICAN PROFESSIONAL BUILDER'S INC
5.0(
19
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Costa Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am grateful to American Professional Builders, I can't complain at all ,they were clean, tidy and responsible, Jose helped me from the beginning, giving me quality attention, helping me find excellent designs for my house, I was very afraid that other companies were going to overcharge me but I trusted Jose and everything was very beautiful, his experience helped me make the most of the space, making it look elegant and luxurious, adjusting to my budget, I would definitely hire them again , because they built my entire home, from the start to finish everything was wonderful, they made my dream and my families dream come true"
Finished outdoor patio remodel.
Finished outdoor patio remodel.
Finished concrete patio.
Finished outdoor canopy.
Finished outdoor patio remodel.

+39

Response time5 hrs
Response rate99%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Alpha Made Construction Inc.
5.0(
11
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Custom Cabinets - Build

Serving Costa Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

"Mike was on time and quick on the draw for starting projects. We used him to finish the kitchen for us. I want to say that when he came in, our house was a disaster due to a plumbing leak in which insurance was working on with their contractor. Mike didn’t skip a beat, worked around everything and did a fantastic job on the backsplash and the can lights. I feel a little bad because I’m fairly talkative and I found several other projects for him after we decided we were listing the house. His work has been outstanding on every project so far and can tackle many jobs. He’s is about to start painting our house this week and has fixed several issues in the meantime. I would recommend Mike over and over."
Full Remodel
Full Remodel
Full Remodel
Full Remodel
Full Remodel

+152

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by9%of homeowners
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OC Renovation Group, Inc.
5.0(
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Carpentry Framing - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Costa Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"An engineering friend recommended that I contact Farid to inquire about his carpentry skills, after seeing his work on a few projects. Farid personally came out, drafted a proposal after carefully inspecting the necessary repairs, and worked regularly and diligently to vastly improve the strength and appearance of my 17 year old backyard structure. It was a very pleasant experience overall, and Farid and his assistant Eddie did a beautiful job. Would hire again."
deck
deck
deck
deck
deck

+18

Response time11 hrs
Response rate99%
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Woodworking questions, answered by experts

No, beams are the primary load-bearers for flooring or roofing systems, and they distribute the weight of the structure to your foundational supports, while joists bear far less weight and distribute their loads to the beams. Beams are usually thicker and longer, and they have support posts or foundation walls beneath them for support.

Yes, you can find ceiling joists using simple tools if a stud finder isn't available.

Using a hammer requires patience and a keen ear. Gently tap the ceiling in a grid pattern, listening for sound changes. A hollow sound indicates space between joists, while a solid, dull thud suggests a joist. Mark the location with a pencil and confirm by tapping from different angles.

Alternatively, you can use a nail, but this method will leave small holes. You'll feel increased resistance when the nail hits a joist. Mark the spot and repeat the process every 16 or 24 inches to map the joist locations. This method is considered less reliable than using a stud finder.

If you’re just replacing a few broken or damaged joists, you can expect to pay anywhere from $100 to $300 per joist. However, a complete installation for a home or room will take into account the cost of labor, which ranges from $25 to $40 per hour. Floor joist installation for an entire room, for example, can cost between $5,000 and $10,000, depending on the room's size and the materials used.

Some states require carpenters to be licensed to perform forms of carpentry, such as framing. The license requires a certain amount of experience and to pass an examination. In states that don’t require carpenters to be licensed, they must be licensed as a contractor if they work independently rather than solely as a subcontractor under a licensed builder. Use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to find out whether a potential carpenter is licensed in your state.

Tipping contractors, builders, or general contractors is not customary or expected. Unlike many service professions where tipping is built into the payment structure, construction professionals typically charge a full rate for their services. However, you may choose to tip a worker for exceptional service, such as if they go above and beyond, stay late to meet a deadline, or work on a holiday weekend. Before offering a tip, it's a good idea to ask about the company's policy, as some prohibit their employees from accepting gratuities. If you want to show your appreciation for a job well done without giving a cash tip, consider writing a positive online review or offering to serve as a reference for potential new customers.

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