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Avatar for B&W Handyman
B&W Handyman
4.9(
84
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Guerneville, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Will responded to my online request within a few minutes and was able to do the work the next day. He was prompt and immediately figured out how to recover the cushions and completed the job within 2 hours. The chairs look great!"
2023 award
Extended Porch
Roof Repair
Gazebo Build & installation
Window Repair

+456

Response time1 day
Response rate99%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Creativo, Inc.
4.4(
104
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Guerneville, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have continued to hire Creativo for multiple projects after the successful replacement of all the porch railings on our 1913 farmhouse. They executed our custom Arts+Craft railing design beautifully! We have hired them to replace the roofing on two buildings and will hire them to paint trim and two more buildings. They are courteous, very reliable, and honor time commitments extremely well. We value quality workmanship, and Creativo has delivered for a fair price and a clear communication if added work is needed. I strongly recommend them."
Fence
Brand new windows
Commercial Bathroom
Demoliton time
Sample of our work

+34

Response time8 hrs
Response rate92%
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Vertex Maintenance Services Inc
5.0(
6
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Guerneville, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Vertex has completed more than one project for me but I especially want to mention the amazing job they did replacing the siding on my home. The whole process was smooth, communication was great and they kept everything clean from start to finish. I’m very happy with the results and would definitely recommend them!"
Siding Installation
Residential Siding
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
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First String Home Improvement
5.0(
9
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Guerneville, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Skyler helped to install three interior doors. They work perfectly and are plumb and true. They look great. I plan on hiring him again in the future for all kinds of projects."
Mailbox Repair
Mailbox Repair
Fence Install
Door Fix
Door Fix

+7

Response time2 hrs
Response rate95%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
SGB Inc.
5.0(
6
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Deck or Porch - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Guerneville, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The team was amazing! We had an old deck in our backyard and we hired Palm Construction to replace and extend it and they did a great work! The job was done in less than 2 weeks, Communication was great, they cared about the backyard and plants and we are so happy itâ s all ready just before summer. Highly recommended!!"
Response time2 days
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Tocchini Builders Inc.
3.8(
134
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Guerneville, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Leo is both friendly and professional in his work. The job was done efficiently and carefully. The men helping to do the work were also professional, and the work was done in exacting detail and with care. I highly recommend Leo Tocchini Builders!"
53 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can find ceiling joists using simple tools if a stud finder isn't available.

Using a hammer requires patience and a keen ear. Gently tap the ceiling in a grid pattern, listening for sound changes. A hollow sound indicates space between joists, while a solid, dull thud suggests a joist. Mark the location with a pencil and confirm by tapping from different angles.

Alternatively, you can use a nail, but this method will leave small holes. You'll feel increased resistance when the nail hits a joist. Mark the spot and repeat the process every 16 or 24 inches to map the joist locations. This method is considered less reliable than using a stud finder.

There are a variety of second-story deck privacy ideas depending on your budget and aesthetic. For starters, you might consider fencing or tall privacy railing that masks a good portion of the open deck. A pergola or an awning can provide additional cover and shade. Outdoor curtains are an easy way to add or remove privacy at your convenience, plus they’re a wallet-friendly way to decorate your deck.

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.

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

You can choose 5/8-inch plywood or 3/4-inch plywood—anything thinner than these sizes may not withstand the impact of debris propelled by strong winds or can be easily torn off by intruders. Remember that the durability of the wood board is crucial, particularly for safeguarding your windows during severe storms. The effectiveness of using wood boards for protecting the investment you made in your home relies on using the appropriate material and ensuring proper installation.

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