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*The Angi rating for Carpentry companies in La Mesa, CA is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Carpentry needs.

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Last update on December 12, 2025

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Avatar for Classy Closets

Classy Closets

4.86(
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Classy Closets

4.86(
22
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
157 local quotes requested

Free Design Consultations! We believe in delivering higher quality results than other closet design companies and will provide you with a spacious environment with the ability to breathe, all while tripling your storage space. There is great satisfaction and pride in taking care of our homes and building environment for our families, our friends, and ourselves. Classy Closets provides a variety of options for custom closet doors and shelving to add space and create a style that’s individually tailored to fit your home’s needs. Begin your journey to a new, efficient and beautiful space today by calling for a free design consultation!

"Wonderful! I am thrilled with the addition of more storage in my kitchen. Made the room larger. Classy Closets did an excellent job. They were friendly! Completely satisfied. Highly recommend this company."

Dolores W on January 2020

Free Design Consultations! We believe in delivering higher quality results than other closet design companies and will provide you with a spacious environment with the ability to breathe, all while tripling your storage space. There is great satisfaction and pride in taking care of our homes and building environment for our families, our friends, and ourselves. Classy Closets provides a variety of options for custom closet doors and shelving to add space and create a style that’s individually tailored to fit your home’s needs. Begin your journey to a new, efficient and beautiful space today by calling for a free design consultation!

"Wonderful! I am thrilled with the addition of more storage in my kitchen. Made the room larger. Classy Closets did an excellent job. They were friendly! Completely satisfied. Highly recommend this company."

Dolores W on January 2020

Active Endeavor, Inc.

5.00(
3
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Active Endeavor, Inc.

5.00(
3
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
14 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

A E Design & Build is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Rated A+ by the BBB, timely communication combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Dirk was a consummate professional. His work was completed on time and under my budget as he worked to save us money rather than trying to upsell at every opportunity. His crew were very skilled and friendly. I will utilize them in the future on another project and would recommend him to anyone looking for construction done on their house"

Rusty D on August 2024

A E Design & Build is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Rated A+ by the BBB, timely communication combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Dirk was a consummate professional. His work was completed on time and under my budget as he worked to save us money rather than trying to upsell at every opportunity. His crew were very skilled and friendly. I will utilize them in the future on another project and would recommend him to anyone looking for construction done on their house"

Rusty D on August 2024

Ramos Home Care Construction, Inc.

5.00(
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Ramos Home Care Construction, Inc.

5.00(
1
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

RAMOS HOME CARE CONSTRUCTION INC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 30 years of hands on experience to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

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Scott H on April 2022

RAMOS HOME CARE CONSTRUCTION INC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 30 years of hands on experience to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

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Scott H on April 2022

Dryfix Services, Inc.

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Dryfix Services, Inc.

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•Approved Pro
13 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business."

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business."

California General Contractors

4.83(
27
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California General Contractors

4.83(
27
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 years of experience

With over 20 years of experience, California General Contactors is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Call us today!

"Great, experienced, on time"

Sue C on October 2023

With over 20 years of experience, California General Contactors is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Call us today!

"Great, experienced, on time"

Sue C on October 2023

California Stair

4.84(
31
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California Stair

4.84(
31
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
31 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

California Stair has been in business for over 30 years. We specialize in all your home improvement indoor stair needs, and guarantee you a job well done. All the way from repairs to installs, we are your guys. We strive to exceed the homeowners expectations each and every time, and get the job done the way you want it. We work in a timely fashion, and always pay attention to detail. Proudly serving Bonsall and surrounding areas. Free estimates, call today!

"Rob is a very nice person who stands by his work. I made a mistake in picking out balusters and he is coming back out to fix my error. Couldn't ask for more from a contractor. "

Mark C on August 2025

California Stair has been in business for over 30 years. We specialize in all your home improvement indoor stair needs, and guarantee you a job well done. All the way from repairs to installs, we are your guys. We strive to exceed the homeowners expectations each and every time, and get the job done the way you want it. We work in a timely fashion, and always pay attention to detail. Proudly serving Bonsall and surrounding areas. Free estimates, call today!

"Rob is a very nice person who stands by his work. I made a mistake in picking out balusters and he is coming back out to fix my error. Couldn't ask for more from a contractor. "

Mark C on August 2025

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San Diego Trusted Builders LLC

4.25(
6
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San Diego Trusted Builders LLC

4.25(
6
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Customers say: Quick response
15 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"We sing the contract; the contractor came and measured the concrete stairs and existing broken handrail, and we got quote sing the contracts paid deposit and they came to install it just to see that the handrail they ordered was too small. Then they went silent for 2 months. It is October and we sing contract in August, we finally got response that the contractor got busy with larger projects...This is very disrespectful and non professional behavior."

MAGDALENA K on October 2024

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"We sing the contract; the contractor came and measured the concrete stairs and existing broken handrail, and we got quote sing the contracts paid deposit and they came to install it just to see that the handrail they ordered was too small. Then they went silent for 2 months. It is October and we sing contract in August, we finally got response that the contractor got busy with larger projects...This is very disrespectful and non professional behavior."

MAGDALENA K on October 2024

Coastal Pacific Interiors

5.00(
3
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Coastal Pacific Interiors

5.00(
3
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

Coastal Pacific Interiors is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today!

"Fast, responsive, reliable, with more then fair pricing! An overall delight to work with."

James D on July 2023

Coastal Pacific Interiors is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today!

"Fast, responsive, reliable, with more then fair pricing! An overall delight to work with."

James D on July 2023

Pen & Mason Construction, Inc.

5.00(
4
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Pen & Mason Construction, Inc.

5.00(
4
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
32 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today! Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"We recently hired Pen and Mason to expand our pantry, build a custom coffee bar, install new electrical outlets, and replace the carpet on our stairs with beautiful vinyl plank flooring — and we could not be happier with the results! From start to finish, their team was professional, friendly, and attentive to detail. They took the time to understand our vision, offered helpful suggestions, and executed the work flawlessly. The pantry expansion is so functional, the coffee bar is my new favorite spot in the house, and the new flooring completely transformed our stairs. They also handled the electrical work seamlessly, ensuring everything was up to code and perfectly placed and they also put up with my picky husband in the process. "

Adriana J on August 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today! Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"We recently hired Pen and Mason to expand our pantry, build a custom coffee bar, install new electrical outlets, and replace the carpet on our stairs with beautiful vinyl plank flooring — and we could not be happier with the results! From start to finish, their team was professional, friendly, and attentive to detail. They took the time to understand our vision, offered helpful suggestions, and executed the work flawlessly. The pantry expansion is so functional, the coffee bar is my new favorite spot in the house, and the new flooring completely transformed our stairs. They also handled the electrical work seamlessly, ensuring everything was up to code and perfectly placed and they also put up with my picky husband in the process. "

Adriana J on August 2025

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Nucave Construction Inc.

4.93(
14
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Nucave Construction Inc.

4.93(
14
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
244 local quotes requested

Nucave Construction Inc. is a one stop shop that will see your vision into reality. Persistent project management and planning make Nucave your go-to choice for construction projects far and wide. Specializing in custom homes, adu's, additions, and major remodels

"It went well. They are good and I will recommend them to anyone"

Anil C on August 2022

Nucave Construction Inc. is a one stop shop that will see your vision into reality. Persistent project management and planning make Nucave your go-to choice for construction projects far and wide. Specializing in custom homes, adu's, additions, and major remodels

"It went well. They are good and I will recommend them to anyone"

Anil C on August 2022

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

The average cost of DIY window framing is about $40 to $60 in materials. If you hire a window treatment professional, you’ll pay for materials plus labor costs—anywhere from $250 to $800 per window. The final cost is highly dependent on the window size, as larger windows are heavier and more difficult to install, as well as the type of window framing material.

When deciding whether to use nails or screws for framing, the specific needs of the project must be taken into account. Nails have long been the go-to option for framing due to their affordability, ease of installation, and ability to withstand shear forces. They are perfect for structural framing projects where fast assembly is essential. In contrast, screws offer exceptional holding power and are particularly useful in situations requiring increased strength and resistance to pull-out forces. For projects that prioritize accuracy and long-lasting quality, screws may be the preferred option, though nails remain a dependable and efficient choice.

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.

Yes, walls on the top floor can be load-bearing if stacked on the floor’s foundation.

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.

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