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

Serving Kensington, 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

Response time6 days
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Real Handy Handyman
4.9(
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very happy with my screen repair. Was able to install pet friendly screens in two patio doors and a bedroom window for a reasonable price. Highly recommend. Communicative and available within days of my inquiry."
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+74

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Live Oak General Builder, Inc.
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very professional, hardworking and skilled in delivering high-quality carpentry. On time and on budget- the finished product exceeded our expectations. Enrique and his team were friendly and maintained a clean work site/did not impact the neighbors. Would definitely recommend and hire again."
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+89

Response time5 hrs
Response rate93%
57 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Northwest Builders & Renovation, LLC
Northwest Builders & Renovation, LLC
4.9(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The greatest roofing company I,ve ever encountered is Northwest Builders and Renovation. Moshe, with whom I collaborated to effectively complete my roof replacement project. The process proceeded without a hitch from the first step to the last completion of the work. In addition to what the neighbors were saying about the works quality and professionalism, I wanted to add one more thing. Completely happy!"
Leslie House Remodel
Leslie House Remodel
Leslie House Remodel
Leslie House Remodel
Leslie House Remodel

+30

Response time11 hrs
Response rate99%
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
Cardona Construction
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Carpentry Framing - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallCarpentry Framing - Install+3 more

Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mr. Cardona was punctual, professional, and did a great job fixing my old cabinets that needed tons of work. While he and his crew were here I asked them to do several more jobs of all types and they were great.They fixed outdoor panels, installed closet doors and more. highly recommend!"
dry rot repair
dry rot repair
exterior trim
dry rot repair on exterior trim
family room uplift

+57

Response time6 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Fix and Forget Handyman Services
5.0(
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

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"They did a great job repairing the damage to the outside wall of my house and color matching paint looks flawless. I would definitely hire Luis and his workers for any future project and or repairs."
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Response time4 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

No rules state how much of a load-bearing wall can be removed. Rather, you need to adequately support any area that is removed. Support should always be added to as much wall area is being removed. Failing to support the area properly will result in structural damage.

Framing a house with steel generally takes less time—around five to eight weeks—than most building materials. The steel components can also be made quickly off-site and manufactured with pre-punched holes for running piping and electrical wiring, which will lessen the prep work and extra labor during construction.

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

An A-frame home can be cheaper to build than a traditional house, but that is not always a given. Prices can be fairly similar in some cases, depending on the location, design, and necessary site preparation. Costs for an A-frame typically run between $100 to $200 per square foot, which is comparable to the cost of a traditional home. The cost of an A-frame can come in under those numbers if you opt for a prefabricated kit.

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