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Avatar for FIBER-COAT DECK CO
FIBER-COAT DECK CO
4.9(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Goleta, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent. David and his team worked with me throughout the entire process. A received a prompt call from David after my initial inquiry. He answered all my questions and worked with me through the entire process (even when I had changes.) He was prompt and on-time every day and was even ahead of schedule with my specific time-frame for a big deck. He's a hard worker with attention to detail and exceeded my expectations. From my experience and interactions, he has a lot of integrity. David was accommodating through some of my changes mid-stream and was a pleasure to work with. After reading reviews from others, I can say that I was not disappointed. I would not hesitate to hire Fiber-Coat Deck Co. again for my next project and would recommend them to my friends. Thank you, David. A job well done. The deck looks awesome Work done: remove asphalt shingles, clean up and secure existing nails, lay down and screw in T&G plywood, install multi-layer deck coating (metal lathe, concrete overlay, fiberglass coating, fiberglass sheets, resin, texture, final deck coating/color)."
Deck Maintenance Project
Deck Maintenance Project
Deck Maintenance Project
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+16

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Northstar Custom Carpentry
4.6(
14
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Closet - BuildDeck or Porch - RepairFurniture - Build Custom+5 more

Serving Goleta, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Excellent experience! Chris is very knowledgeable and very good about what he does. His customer service is top-knotch and his work ethic is outstanding. I would highly recommend Chris to anyone needing finish carpentry work done right the first time with first class results."
 Salvaged redwood gate
 Built-in china hutch
 Back porch
 Freestanding over hot tub
Outdoor kitchen

+59

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Basnett Construction
Basnett Construction
5.0(
5
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Carpentry Framing - InstallDeck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair+3 more

Serving Goleta, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Basnett Construction to remodel my kitchen, and living room areas. They reviewed my draft plans and prepared a more formal set of plans that was submitted to the city for a permit. The project from start to finish took about six months to complete. I was quite pleased with Basnett Construction's professionalism, meticulousness, attention to detail especially in kitchen cabinet, island and new interior door installations, their efficiency, and their ability to be flexible with me in my decision making during the build process. In sum, I'd highly recommend Basnett Construction for remodeling kitchens and other similar projects. They will get the job done "right to your preferences.""
Condo Remodel
Collection of work
Collection of work
Collection of work
Bath Tile Remodel

+7

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Cielo Construction
5.0(
4
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For Business+8 more

Serving Goleta, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Removal of 1930’s cracked stucco wall in back yard. Replaced with grape-stake fencing. In the early phase of the project, we sat down with Joe and went over design ideas and cost. He was fun to work with. He really listened to what we wanted and gave input when we asked. The team finished the project a day early and came in under budget. We love the end result."
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

The primary parts of a house that need framing during construction are floors, exterior walls, interior walls, and the roof. The framing in these areas provides the skeleton for adding other materials over the top. With walls, for example, contractors can hang drywall over the interior walls and siding over the outside of the exterior walls. Proper framing ensures a sturdy house that is built to last.

Installing a tongue-and-groove wall requires similar techniques to those associated with installing shiplap. However, because of the precision necessary to make each board fit perfectly and the increased material prices, the cost is higher than that of shiplap installations. Expect to spend between $2 and $6 more per square foot for tongue-and-groove walls versus shiplap ones.

There are both temporary and permanent ways to enclose a carport. If you’re looking to enclose your carport for the winter, a canvas enclosure could do the trick. It won’t be as protective as a permanent structure, but it can offer some protection from elements like snow, rain, and wind. For a permanent enclosure, you can add extra walls, add a new vertical roof, or a lean-to addition on one side of the structure.

Begin by analyzing the blueprints and gathering the proper materials before framing a house. With the prep stages behind you, begin by framing the floor of a house on the newly set foundation. Exterior and interior walls come next, along with rough openings for doors and windows. Contractors will then add ceiling and roof rafters to finish things off. 

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.

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