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S.C. Home Repair
4.8(
40
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Serving Fairfax, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh helped set up my AC unit . He is very professional and very detail-oriented with his installations. I will definitely call him up again when I need some home repairs/installations done. Very happy with his work!"
Handyman Services Project
Kitchen Floor, cabinets appliances.
Carpentry, handrails and decks.
Widened closet opening and replaced doors. Added trim around windows and new Luxury Vinyl Plank flooring
Remodeling - General Project

+136

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
P G M Construction
4.9(
32
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Serving Fairfax, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Pat replied promptly, arrived when arranged, and completed the job in good time. He was friendly and worked with me to figure out an unusual carpentry project. He ultimately charged me less than his estimate. His final product was well done; heâ s going to come back and fix another carpentry problem I have. A nice guy to work with."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate96%
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Gilbert's Maldonado Painting
4.9(
17
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Serving Fairfax, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The first person came to do this job but left many pieces out of the installation. He did such a poor job of mounting the 55" TV that it began leaning lopsided! Gilbert came to undo all the first person messed up. Gilbert assembled and mounted my 55 inch TV on a large stand that he had to put together again correctly after taking down the awful job done by Diego. Gilbert had no problem with the complex instructions and did a fine job even going out to get screws that had been inserted incorrectly. Gilbert was professional and worked quickly. I would use him again without hesitation."
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate93%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rigoberto Fernandez
5.0(
6
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Serving Fairfax, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Rigo completed two project for us and we find his work outstanding. He was also prompt, professional and always courteous in dealing with us. Both project involved tile work and I feel his work exceeded expectations and genuinely approached artistry - doing repairs and making them match original build look from 20+ years ago surely required a skilled craftsman's eye. Parenthetical, but he also seems like a good human being... I enthusiastically recommend him for handyman/repair service."
Response time2 days
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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I Construction and Structural, Inc.
4.6(
28
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Serving Fairfax, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1993

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Don from I Construction is a total professional. Having run through a few contractors on the same issue, I can see how Don is a cut above the rest. He is thorough and a perfectionist. The reason I cannot hire him yet is because I am still waiting on the funding for my project. Once you talk to Don, you will see what I mean by this man being a 5 star professional."
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Car Deck
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Car Deck
Car Deck

+70

Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Bay Easy Construction
4.3(
154
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Serving Fairfax, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Ofer recently finished remodeling our house including kitchen, flooring, bathrooms, and garage. Simply put, amazing work from start to finish. He was easy to communicate with and walked us through every part of the project to ensure we fully understood each aspect of the work. The entire team was professional, punctual, and thorough with excellent attention to detail. We had a limited timeline and they made sure the work was completed quickly and as scheduled. Even the neighbors were impressed by their punctuality and discipline! We have a lovely home thanks to Ofer and his team. Thank you for an excellent job!"
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+13

Response time10 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Maldonado Jessy Construction
4.3(
60
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Serving Fairfax, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Maldonado Jessy Construction work quality, communication, work ethic, attention to detail, timeliness, and definitely I would hire them again. He has the great team in the best area of Marin county."
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Maldonado Jessy Construction
Maldonado Jessy Construction

+25

Recommended by96%of homeowners
Assistance In Paradise General Contractor, Inc.
4.7(
13
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Serving Fairfax, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Diego Fernandez is a friendly and unpretentious professional. He provided me with a contractor's insight to repair my gate and fence. The cost was reasonable and he finished the project in two days. Money well spent. I will use him again. And by the way he actually answers the phone when you call! Responds to texts too!"
Response time2 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Learning how to frame a house includes picking the right lumber for the job. Most people will want to pick pine, spruce, or fir for the framing. These types of lumber are affordable and produce sturdy framing for structures. Look for kiln-dried lumber to reduce the risk of shrinkage or insect damage after installation. As part of what’s included in framing a house when you hire a professional, the contractor should order the lumber, so you don’t have to worry about finding the right lumber.

A cross brace for a fence gate should stretch from the top corner of the gate’s hinge side to the bottom corner of its latch side at a 45-degree angle to the bottom of the gate. This positioning distributes the bulk of the gate’s weight to the base of the post, taking pressure off the top hinge.

Yes, walls on the top floor can be load-bearing if stacked on the floor’s foundation.

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

No rules state how much of a load-bearing wall can be removed. Rather, you need to adequately support any area that is removed. Support should always be added to as much wall area is being removed. Failing to support the area properly will result in structural damage.

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