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Avatar for STAIRVILLE CARPENTRY Inc
STAIRVILLE CARPENTRY Inc
4.9(
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Herald, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

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"Russ is a MASTER of his craft. Finding a real craftsman who can truly work with you on custom projects is RARE. For our main stairwell, we needed to build a closed stringer, custom railing, newel post, stair treads to match existing floors, and trim work. He was the ONLY person willing to custom build the newel post to the exact dimension and style I wanted and actually sat with me and drew it out exactly. Every other bidder told me my only option was to choose from a catalog, but Russ fashioned it from scratch! This convinced me he was the one to hire for ANY CUSTOM WOODWORK. Russ brought my vision to life by closing the stringer and building a clean and simplified trim. He worked with me on the stain for both railing and stair treads and did not give up until we were both satisfied. Matching the stain and matter finish of our floors was a major accomplishment in and of itself. For anything involving woodwork, Russ is your guy!"
Response time12 hrs
Recommended by12%of homeowners
Avatar for Heath Stairworks, Inc.
Heath Stairworks, Inc.
4.2(
100
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Wood Stairs and Railings - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Herald, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This company took on my small job when other companies couldnâ t be bothered. I greatly appreciate that. It was heartening to know that someone is looking out for the little guy."
Before Remodel
Free standing stairway
After Remodel
 Wood/Iron combination
Close-up Detail

+27

Response time3 days
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Simmons Custom Cabinets
4.9(
193
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Custom Cabinets - Build

Serving Herald, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Matt and his team did an amazing job on my cabinets! They worked quickly, kept everything very clean, and the cabinets look beautiful. I’m so happy with the results and highly recommend them. Thank you, Matt and team, for a job well done!"
Struh project
Struh project
Struh project
Struh project
Struh project

+24

Response time1 day
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Forrest's Built
Forrest's Built
4.6(
26
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Carpentry Framing - RepairCarport (Wood) - Build

Serving Herald, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Forrest did an outstanding job installing a 10' × 20' Trex Deck. Despite some bad weather he was still able to complete the project on time. I highly recommend Forrest for any home project."
Response time11 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Waters Construction Co.
Waters Construction Co.
5.0(
5
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - Install+11 more

Serving Herald, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I’ve worked with Mike and his team for years on all kinds of projects, and they’ve always been amazing to work with. The quality of their work is top-notch, they stay on budget, and everything runs smoothly from start to finish. Their design sense is excellent and they always manage to get things done right on time. I can’t recommend them enough, truly a reliable, talented, and easy-to-work-with crew."
Kitchens
Kitchens
Kitchens
Kitchens
Kitchens

+14

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
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California Sunrooms, INC
4.2(
10
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom

Serving Herald, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My husband & I are delighted with the team that helped us get our dream sun & garden room and our covered patio. The team that worked with us deserves special mention for their work ethics & competence. They were so wonderful to work with & had high integrity. Miguel on the large, extensive concrete work. Vlad on the wonderful execution on building the Covered Patio & Sunroom & all the electrical work. Mike on multiple projects. Carlos on the porcelain tiles. Scott & Abe for hearing us out on our concept of what we needed & addressing our concerns. We highly recommend California Sunrooms, their products & the individuals above. We couldn't have asked for a better team. Happy customers, Lucy & Praveen Chaddha"
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+28

Response time1 day
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Woodworking questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

The pro you need to hire to build your shed depends on the shed you purchase. A local handyman or general contractor can help build a prefab shed for you. However, if you’re looking for a custom shed, contacting a shed builder near you is the best option. Make sure you get quotes from 3 pros to decide on the best pro for your job. 

Carpentry is a skilled trade and requires many years of experience to acquire the skills necessary to do the job efficiently and correctly. Because every home requires a carpenter at some stage of the building process, carpenters are typically in high demand. The higher the skill level, the higher the hourly rate the carpenter can charge.

Most contractors do not charge for meetings, but it can depend on the project, mainly if it includes detailed consultations or project planning. For general estimates, homeowners shouldn't expect to be charged. Always ask up front about meeting fees to avoid surprises and ensure you know what’s included in the process.

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