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San Diego Custom Carpentry
4.6(
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Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

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"Zach did a great job building new doors for our kitchen cabinets. His work is clearly that of an expert carpenter. We are so thankful we found him and were able to get new amazing doors to finish out kitchen."
Family Room Wall Unit
Game Room Cabinetry
Built-in Office Nook
Wall Unit Bookshelf
Entry Way Storage Bench

+28

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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I'll Handle IT
4.8(
272
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Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"If I could give I'll Handle It ten stars, I would! I hired Dave, the owner, to tear down my old fence and build me a new one. The proposal price was right in line with what I was expecting and I chose I'll Handle It over the others that I interviewed because of how Dave really listened to what I wanted and although offered suggestions didn't try to push me otherwise. Dave's expertise really became apparent when a snag appeared in the installation because of how the old fence had been installed over a concrete block retaining wall. A masonry person needed to be called in to fix the problem and Dave was able to get him to come over to look at it that same day and the extra cost was right in line with what I was expecting. The masonry repair was completed the next day and Dave finished up constructing my new fence the day after that. This masonry problem really created a problem for Dave because he is very busy and had to move some other work around that he had scheduled for other people. But through it all, he was friendly and solution oriented, and very concerned that my fence was built the way I wanted it. The new fence is fantastic!! I highly recommend Dave and I'll Handle It. Give him a call at 858-449-4598 or send a message on his website at illhandleitsd.com/reques…"
Dave Pfizenmeier, Owner
Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Quality Renovation Solutions
4.8(
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Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I couldnâ t have found a more talented, experienced, professional, always on time contractor & crew to remodel my 1926 bathroom, install pullout drawers in my kitchen pantry, & fix some cabinet doors. He listened to my ideas, and now I have my dream bathroom with Mexican tile. Quality Renovations also installed a new door & frame to accommodate my wheelchair. I was so impressed with there craftsmanship I had them do numerous smaller jobs, like a door & door frame & floor that had leaked when we last had heavy rain. They will definitely be my first choice to do any future remodeling. They are a joy to work with ( my lab agrees). I highly recommend Quality Renovation Solutions."
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel

+111

Response time10 hrs
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Level Up Contracting Inc
4.7(
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Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did a great job. They rebuilt my closet, hung curtain rods, fixed a kitchen cabinet and drawers as well as a few other small projects. It was very reasonably priced and done quickly. I would definitely hire again."
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+50

Response time3 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Fausto Construction
5.0(
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Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The best construction company in San Diego, Saul came out to see the project and helped me out with renovation ideas. Very professional, sticked to the time frame he gave me, very clean and overall did an awesome job ! Highly recommended for your next home project!"
Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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BATCO CARPENTRY
5.0(
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Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"I hired Brett with BATCO to build two separate decks for my Airbnb properties. He arrived on time, and even though he bid me a certain number, the second deck took less time than expected and I ended up paying less than I was quoted. Brett did an outstanding job and I couldn’t have been more pleased with the outcome given the decks are exposed to heavy weather conditions like rain and snow. You can tell Brett is a professional and knows what he’s doing. It’s always comforting knowing you have a contractor who’s legit, licensed+insured. Couldn’t recommend BATCO more."
Deck and cable railing
Deck
Deck
Deck handrail and pergila
Patio cover

+6

Response time40 mins
Response rate86%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Vobiscum Construction Inc
5.0(
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Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Marco and his team framed my entire addition, installed a 30 foot long beam, built and installed the roof, and installed multiple large sliders and picture windows. Always on time, always did what he said he would. Kept everything very clean and cleaned up after. I can not recommend him enough. 10/10!"
Response time2 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Traditionally, bungalows are single-story homes, although having a half or partial story on top of the first floor is common. While adding a second story to a bungalow is certainly possible, the home would no longer be considered a bungalow by the strictest definition.

It’s best to use two screws to secure deck boards into every joist. Securing the boards to every joist makes the deck more structurally sound, while using two screws on the outer sides of the boards can help prevent warping and cupping.

To calculate the number of linear feet of baseboard you’ll need, measure the length of each wall of the room you’re installing them in as close to the floor as possible, rounding up to the next full linear foot. If it’s your first DIY molding job, having a few extra feet on hand for miscuts is a good idea.

Framing with metal studs can be significantly faster than using wooden studs, provided you have some experience working with the material. While you can use virtually instant pneumatic nailers with wood, metal requires installing screws. However, because metal is lighter, straighter, usually comes cut-to-length, and doesn't require sorting for the best pieces, you can save significant time using metal instead of wood.

Duration varies by project size, but average-sized homes typically take a weeks.

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