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Avatar for I'll Handle IT
I'll Handle IT
4.8(
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Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"If I could give I'll Handle It ten stars, I would! I hired Dave, the owner, to tear down my old fence and build me a new one. The proposal price was right in line with what I was expecting and I chose I'll Handle It over the others that I interviewed because of how Dave really listened to what I wanted and although offered suggestions didn't try to push me otherwise. Dave's expertise really became apparent when a snag appeared in the installation because of how the old fence had been installed over a concrete block retaining wall. A masonry person needed to be called in to fix the problem and Dave was able to get him to come over to look at it that same day and the extra cost was right in line with what I was expecting. The masonry repair was completed the next day and Dave finished up constructing my new fence the day after that. This masonry problem really created a problem for Dave because he is very busy and had to move some other work around that he had scheduled for other people. But through it all, he was friendly and solution oriented, and very concerned that my fence was built the way I wanted it. The new fence is fantastic!! I highly recommend Dave and I'll Handle It. Give him a call at 858-449-4598 or send a message on his website at illhandleitsd.com/reques…"
Dave Pfizenmeier, Owner
Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Quality Renovation Solutions
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Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1991

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Emergency services offered

"I couldnâ t have found a more talented, experienced, professional, always on time contractor & crew to remodel my 1926 bathroom, install pullout drawers in my kitchen pantry, & fix some cabinet doors. He listened to my ideas, and now I have my dream bathroom with Mexican tile. Quality Renovations also installed a new door & frame to accommodate my wheelchair. I was so impressed with there craftsmanship I had them do numerous smaller jobs, like a door & door frame & floor that had leaked when we last had heavy rain. They will definitely be my first choice to do any future remodeling. They are a joy to work with ( my lab agrees). I highly recommend Quality Renovation Solutions."
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel

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Response time10 hrs
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Level Up Contracting Inc
4.7(
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Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

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"They did a great job. They rebuilt my closet, hung curtain rods, fixed a kitchen cabinet and drawers as well as a few other small projects. It was very reasonably priced and done quickly. I would definitely hire again."
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Response time3 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Fausto Construction
5.0(
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Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The best construction company in San Diego, Saul came out to see the project and helped me out with renovation ideas. Very professional, sticked to the time frame he gave me, very clean and overall did an awesome job ! Highly recommended for your next home project!"
Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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BATCO CARPENTRY
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Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"I hired Brett with BATCO to build two separate decks for my Airbnb properties. He arrived on time, and even though he bid me a certain number, the second deck took less time than expected and I ended up paying less than I was quoted. Brett did an outstanding job and I couldn’t have been more pleased with the outcome given the decks are exposed to heavy weather conditions like rain and snow. You can tell Brett is a professional and knows what he’s doing. It’s always comforting knowing you have a contractor who’s legit, licensed+insured. Couldn’t recommend BATCO more."
Deck and cable railing
Deck
Deck
Deck handrail and pergila
Patio cover

+6

Response time40 mins
Response rate86%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Max Minahan's General Contracting
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Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"If I could rate Max a "10" , I would. He did a great job installing a Viewrail glass railing system for my second story balcony. Incredibly easy to work with and very responsive."
New kitchen
Trex deck
Trex Deck
Response time3 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Halpert Construction
4.7(
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Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mark is both professional and knowledgeable about installing tile.  He knew about the problems of removing wood flooring from a slab and the issues with installing a vapor barrier.  His crew members worked hard. Work started promptly every day and continued until that day's tasks were complete.  The work proceeded on schedule as documented in the quote. Everyone involved was pleasant and professional.  The price was competitive, especially considering the potential difficulties with wood-removal/vapor-barrier installation, and the diagonal tile lay that tales a lot of cuts and must match the angles of the existing hall tiles at the bedroom door entrances.  I would use Mark's services again."
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+12

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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BE HOME REMODELING INC
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Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

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Warranties offered

"After they redid our counter tops and island, we had them paint out cabinets and build shelves up to the ceiling. The communication was on point this time and the results speak for themselves. Would definitely recommend them to anyone for any home project."
full house remodeling
full house remodeling
full house remodeling
full house remodeling
full house remodeling

+31

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Duration varies by project size, but average-sized homes typically take a weeks.

House framing can be expensive because the materials are pricey, and the job requires a high level of expertise. The more complex the plans, the more expensive the job, but even the most basic frame needs to be installed with high-quality materials and precision. When pricing your home’s framework, remember that a sturdy frame is necessary to create a safe structure.

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.

Most of the time, you’ll want to use screws on your subfloor rather than nails. Nails can actually weaken plywood, whereas screws can easily penetrate without damage. They also form a more secure connection because of their shape, preventing squeaky floors and tightly holding the subfloor in place. That said, some contractors do prefer nails depending on the type of floor covering because they allow for more flexibility.

For a professional carpenter, installing a window seat can take anywhere from a few hours to a few days, depending on some aspects of the project. Aside from building the seat itself, if they have to remove any cabinets, shelves, or baseboards, that will add time to the project.

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