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Avatar for C & M Kitchen Cabinets Inc
C & M Kitchen Cabinets Inc
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Custom Cabinets - Build

Serving Irvine, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1978

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It was the Best! Jacques, the owner of C. & M Cabinets, always gives you the Best results. He is a true craftsman. Jacques, and the men who work for him, are all the Best any homeowner could want. In 10 years Jacques and his men installed a new kitchen, and 3 new bathrooms in our home. From flooring, to plumbing, electrical, tile & counter tops and breathtaking cabinets (what Jacques makes & installs) and painting. Jacques enthusiasm and expertise is a joy to work with! His communication is great, always easy to get hold of. Jacques is always on time too. A rarity for contractors! He will help you design the project too if you wish. Jacques' workers are also punctual and friendly and they are total professionals and experts in their field."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Jonathan Kim Design
4.9(
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Irvine, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1987

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Warranties offered

"Jonathan obviously has a love of wood and woodworking. He repaired and refinished 45 yr old dining chairs to good as new. He is honest, personable, and a pleasure to work and converse with. We will definitely go to Jonathan again as needed. We highly recommend Jonathan Kim Design"
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New Hope Church
New Hope Church

+67

Response time2 days
209 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Pete's Upholstery
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Irvine, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1976

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"Friendly, helpful and an incredibly good deal. Two chairs weee broken and they too them to a cabinet maker in the same industrial complex to have them repaired at a very good price. Delayed the reupholstering only a couple days."
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Remo Construction
4.9(
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Irvine, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Avram offered alternatives, advantages, disadvantages for every question we raised. His thoroughness made us feel comfortable in choosing him. We were not disappointed. He is a professional woodworker. We recommend Remo highly."
Lake Forest
Balcony Deck
Life Deck Waterproofed
TREX + Wood Railings
Cedar Shingles

+43

Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Froland Carpentry
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Irvine, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

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"The owner of Froland Carpentry runs a first class professional company. The crew shows up on time and are pleasant and respectful. They protected surrounding work area surfaces including floor runners on the stone floors. We had cabinetry work, water damage repaired from the exterior of our house including water damage on the interior walls and baseboards. We couldn't be happier with the impeccable finish work. They are real pros. We will definitely hire them for our next project which will be staining the driveways and decks around our swimming pool. We completely trust their quality of work, clarity in communication, bids and follow through. Great find!"
Response time9 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Denali National Construction Company, Inc.
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair - For Business

Serving Irvine, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I cannot say enough about Denali National Construction Company and itâ s owners Victor and Mayra! Along with their excellent crew they made my unexpected project of extensive wood repair and whole house painting go smoothly from start to finish! Mayra immediately answered all questions and immediately returned all phone calls. The guys were there 7:30am sharp every single day, worked hard, and left the job spotless each late afternoon. Victor came by even if he was not working on my house that day to check on how everything was going. I had asked Victor to please also take care of any unforeseen issues which he did without hesitation. My house looks beautiful and all because of Victor and his dedicated workers who not only did an excellent job, but really cared about what they were doing! Endless thanks to Denali National Construction Company for their honesty, integrity, and commitment to getting the job done â … right!!!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate93%
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Woodworking questions, answered by experts

While you may have heard people use millwork and carpentry interchangeably, they aren’t the same. Millwork is a type of carpentry, which means that carpentry isn’t always millwork. You can tell millwork apart from other types of carpentry because it’s manufactured at a mill. Notably, casework is also confused with millwork. Casework is different because it refers to boxes like cabinets and bookshelves.

Tipping contractors, builders, or general contractors is not customary or expected. Unlike many service professions where tipping is built into the payment structure, construction professionals typically charge a full rate for their services. However, you may choose to tip a worker for exceptional service, such as if they go above and beyond, stay late to meet a deadline, or work on a holiday weekend. Before offering a tip, it's a good idea to ask about the company's policy, as some prohibit their employees from accepting gratuities. If you want to show your appreciation for a job well done without giving a cash tip, consider writing a positive online review or offering to serve as a reference for potential new customers.

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.

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.

When building a house, it is customary to use 16d nails that measure 3 1/2 inches in length to construct the frame. These nails are crucial in providing the necessary support and stability for structural elements like joists and studs, which ensures a sturdy framework.

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