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Avatar for Cal Preserving
Cal Preserving
4.7(
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had an outdoor playground set. Adrian was professional and hard-working. Great communication and he brought all the required tools and equipment. He showed up first thing in the morning on a short notice and it was all done before the end of the day. The assembly looks great and I know the kids will love it!"
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+13

Response time6 days
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Real Handy Handyman
4.9(
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had an excellent experience with Kevin Cervantes at Real Handy Handyman. I made an inquiry through Angie's list for a handyman who could either repair or replace my sliding screen door leading to my patio. Kevin called me right away. He said that he would like to look at the screen door first to see if he could repair it to save me money. Kevin came over on the scheduled date right on time. He looked at the screen and made some calls to see if he could find parts for it but ultimately decided it would be better to replace the screen door, which was also my preference. David arranged for a screen company to come out and measure and install a new screen door. He did not even charge me for his time and labor even though I offered to pay him. Kevin is thoughtful and meticulous. I know that I can trust him to do quality work whenever I need anything done."
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Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Live Oak General Builder, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

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Warranties offered

"Enrique responded promptly to our request for an estimate. After ordering and receiving the materials, he and Hubert began work immediately, removed the existing deck, installed concrete supports, built the framing and installed the deck. The project was completed in just over two days. Enrique is experienced in working with Trex decking, our choice of material, and the finished deck is beautiful. All trash was removed and the work area cleaned perfectly. Enrique is very professional in his approach to us and in all aspects of the work. We plan to hire him to rebuild a fence."
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+89

Response time5 hrs
Response rate93%
56 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Golden State Builders Group, Inc.
4.9(
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

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"Golden State Builders have helped me build a deck in my backyard and im extremely happy with the results. I needed to replace my siding and was referred to Golden State Builders from James Hardie website since they are a pro installers. Very professional and quick."
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+87

Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
90 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Redwood Valley Construction, Inc.
4.7(
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"We had a rat slab poured under our house. They were careful and efficient. The owner seems to really care about having happy customers. Good communication and very competitive prices, so recommended!"
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+11

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
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Cardona Construction
5.0(
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mr. Cardona was punctual, professional, and did a great job fixing my old cabinets that needed tons of work. While he and his crew were here I asked them to do several more jobs of all types and they were great.They fixed outdoor panels, installed closet doors and more. highly recommend!"
dry rot repair
dry rot repair
exterior trim
dry rot repair on exterior trim
family room uplift

+57

Response time6 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Assistance In Paradise General Contractor, Inc.
4.7(
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I had Diego install banisters up my stairs in my 1916 Edwardian. He was very careful to make sure that they blended with the rest of the house. The work was meticulous and he was very attentive to my needs and desires in the hand rails appearance. The work was accomplished in a timely manner, his clean was great. I can now walk up and down the stairs safely and the banisters feel like they have been here forever. I highly recommend Diego for any work you might need."
Response time2 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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A S Remodeling Construction
5.0(
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs, and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work, and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Plumbing 1 Builder's Inc
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

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Warranties offered

"Leo did a very extensive plumbing repair that required digging through my bathroom floor and replacing a huge pipe to the outside. He also prepared and installed piping and fixtures for a bathroom remodel. Always showed up when he said he would and had a great crew. Cleaned up as well. Would highly recommend."
Response time3 hrs
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

Professionals charge between $60 and $95 per hour to install ornamental porch columns. The amount of time they need varies based on the condition of the porch, whether they need to remove old columns, and if there is any damage to your porch's structure. This cost can increase if more issues come up during the installation process.

When building a house, it is customary to use 16d nails that measure 3 1/2 inches in length to construct the frame. These nails are crucial in providing the necessary support and stability for structural elements like joists and studs, which ensures a sturdy framework.

Yes, a 2x6 should hold a porch swing and safely support the load. A smaller joist runs the risk of it not offering enough support for the swing. If you have a joist smaller than 2x6, add additional bolstering support.

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.

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