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Avatar for Cal Preserving
Cal Preserving
4.7(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Foster City, 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

29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Landscaping Bay Area
4.6(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Foster City, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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"The job was to remove a stump by hand in a restricted space. Genaro arrived on time and performed work in a surprisingly short time. Preserved and reinstalled the decomposed granite that surrounded the stump after adding fill dirt to make the area level. Excellent work."
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+15

Recommended by88%of homeowners
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S.C. Home Repair
4.8(
40
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Foster City, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

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"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!"
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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
Response rate100%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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ERIK XHYRA
5.0(
12
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Wood Stairs and Railings - RepairCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Foster City, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We hired Erik and his team to tear out and replace the seal between our brick porch and stucco walls. Because of all the water that leaked below damaging the wood framing he replaced all that wood as well. This is a really common problem in these old San Francisco homes and if youâ re looking to hire someone to do it I would highly, highly recommend Erik. First of all heâ s licensed and insured. He is also reliable, knowledgeable, he does quality work and heâ s a super nice guy."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate98%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Edgar Handyman Solution
5.0(
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Foster City, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had my window frames replaced, They did the job within a reasonable time, did very nice job windows look great, cleaned up nicely, professional crew. If I need any other repairs on my home I would call them and would recommend them."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
P G M Construction
4.9(
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Deck or Porch - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - RepairCarpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Foster City, CA and surrounding areas

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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 rate100%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bayside Builders Group
4.8(
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace+1 more

Serving Foster City, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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Credit card accepted

"The Bayside Builders are the best at what they do! I've had my deck for years but it was looking worn and outdated. They helped me transform this area into something new - a more open, brighter space with plenty of room to relax on hot days or enjoy dinner under starry skies. What better way to enjoy our new outdoor space right?"
Deck Installation
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Roofing and Gutter Instal
Castro Valley project

+154

Response time2 days
Response rate86%
Recommended by82%of homeowners
LEES PRO BUILDER
4.6(
46
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Foster City, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1989

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I undertook a comprehensive, whole-house renovation in order to sell my older home. Although Mr. Lee runs his business out of San Jose, he willingly traveled all the way to my residence in Sacramento to take on the project, delivering highly satisfactory results within a remarkably short timeframe. From the initial contract signing through to the final stages of construction, he executed the work with such perfection and professionalism. Furthermore, thanks to the renovation, I was able to sell the house for a significantly higher price. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone. He is a diligent and exceptionally honest contractor."
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+8

10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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R Cabral, Contractor, Inc.
4.6(
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Foster City, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1991

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Emergency services offered

"Rolando and his crew did a fantastic job repairing and painting our picture window frame and replacing, calking and painting the entire surround molding of our double garage doors. It looks better than new."
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Menlo park roof repair
Menlo park roof repair
Menlo park roof repair
Menlo park roof repair

+125

Response time7 hrs
Response rate95%
100 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

Removing a load-bearing wall is best handled by professionals. However, if you have the skill set and decide to DIY the project, you will still need at least one additional person to assist you. Aside from helping with demolition, you'll need another hand to install the new support beam.

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

Balcony construction or replacement typically requires a building permit from your local permitting authority. Safety and building integrity are the main reasons for the need to obtain a permit and the subsequent inspections. In some cases, especially cantilevered balconies, your municipality may also require the oversight and signature of a structural engineer.

When deciding whether to use nails or screws for framing, the specific needs of the project must be taken into account. Nails have long been the go-to option for framing due to their affordability, ease of installation, and ability to withstand shear forces. They are perfect for structural framing projects where fast assembly is essential. In contrast, screws offer exceptional holding power and are particularly useful in situations requiring increased strength and resistance to pull-out forces. For projects that prioritize accuracy and long-lasting quality, screws may be the preferred option, though nails remain a dependable and efficient choice.

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