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Select Craftsmanship General Contracting
4.9(
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Serving Lafayette, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our deck was in really bad shape and needed to be replaced. Select Craftsmanship was both professional and prompt. Sobi had great attention to detail and kept us informed every step of the way. He even checked in with our neighbors when he started building the shared fences, which they really appreciated. Our new deck is gorgeous, functional, and safe. We look forward to enjoying it this summer!"
Response time10 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Crown Construction
4.8(
99
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Serving Lafayette, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1988

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Bruce saved me over $20,000 by replacing the slides on my drawers to soft clothes heavy duty slides. I got several estimates and he was the most affordable. He has proven his worth, and I would highly recommend him to anyone in the community. Iâ m absolutely thrilled with the quality of workmanship, and how fast he was able to do it."
Bath remodel
Bath remodel
From the water
View from deck
House front

+28

Response time3 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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S.C. Home Repair
4.8(
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Serving Lafayette, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh helped set up my AC unit . He is very professional and very detail-oriented with his installations. I will definitely call him up again when I need some home repairs/installations done. Very happy with his work!"
Handyman Services Project
Kitchen Floor, cabinets appliances.
Carpentry, handrails and decks.
Widened closet opening and replaced doors. Added trim around windows and new Luxury Vinyl Plank flooring
Remodeling - General Project

+136

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Cunningham Construction
4.7(
21
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Serving Lafayette, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1980

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Cunningham Construction (Paul and Vicki) helped us navigate a fairly complex remodel where we moved a laundry room to our garage and replaced the laundry with a shower creating an downstairs guest space with it's own bath and shower. Paul and Vicki adeptly managed the permitting process across our county and township. Paul's attention to detail showed through in the planning and execution. The project involved managing electrical, plumbing, painting and custom shower installation teams, drawing up architectural plans for the home, and leveraging a deep cross functional set of skills from framing, drywall, texturing, tile, door framing, procurement of materials and disposal. Their professional and detailed approach was further enhanced by their down-to-earth collaboration, explanation and high quality execution. Our project took time to get right, and the accounting for materials, labor and schedule were detailed and accurate. I would be so happy to work with them on future projects!"
Redwood Deck
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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EA Home Builders, Inc.
5.0(
22
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Serving Lafayette, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Eric and his EA Homebuilders team remodeled our primary bathroom, which involved moving walls, framing, plumbing, electrical, installing a tile shower, and finishes. I had never worked with them before. Their quote was competitive, their work progressed at a rapid pace, and they finished the project in the timeframe promised. There were 2 occasions where changes needed to be made and they were reasonably accommodated without any nickel-and-diming. Eric is a great communicator and is always asking the customer if they need anything. Working with a contractor for the first time is always a nervous experience, but EA Homebuilders delivered on everything, and they will be invited to bid on all of my future projects."
Modern kitchen in concord
Modern kitchen in concord
Modern kitchen in concord
Modern kitchen in concord
Modern kitchen in concord

+49

Response time5 hrs
Response rate99%
53 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Live Oak General Builder, Inc.
5.0(
70
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Serving Lafayette, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"100% happy with Live Oak Builders! They showed up early and were ready to go. Both team members were rock stars! Thanks Oak Builders for a great job building my gazebo!"
Stair way
Stair way
Stair way
Stair way
Stair way

+89

Response time5 hrs
Response rate93%
61 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bay Remodeling Kitchen & Bath
5.0(
67
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Serving Lafayette, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We used Bay Remodeling Kitchen & Bath once more for a kitchen remodeling after having such a great experience with them for our bathroom project. Once more, they produced outstanding outcomes. The crew is professional, pleasant, and very talented. They fulfilled our strict deadline and kept inside our budget. The updated kitchen design is both elegant and useful. Such a trustworthy contractor is hard to come by, and we heartily endorse them for any renovation project."
Palo Alto full Home Remodel
Full Bathroom Remodel Mountain Veiw, CA
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Bathroom Remodel in Palo Alto, CA
Bathroom Remodel San Jose, CA

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20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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BE HOME REMODELING INC
4.9(
66
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Serving Lafayette, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

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Warranties offered

"It was a great pleasure working with Pouria and Juan. I hired them to help build a 400 sq. ft. deck, and they were able to finish it within a week at a very high quality. They were incredibly flexible with all of our requirements?don't hesitate to communicate with them if you need anything changed during construction! They are absolutely amazing and efficient. They even did some extra work around our house, which will really help us in the long run. Their pricing is very fair compared to many other groups, and I will definitely go to them the next time I need a project done!"
full house remodeling
full house remodeling
full house remodeling
full house remodeling
full house remodeling

+31

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
610 neighbors recently requested a quote
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CCS Construction Services
4.7(
56
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Serving Lafayette, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They designed and built my new home. At the beginning the process was a little rough but soon after a conversation with the owner the whole building process was top notch! Extremely impressed by the great quality of work and very professional people."
Painting
Painting
Siding replacement
Response time1 day
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Professionals ensure precise alignment and durability, critical for structural integrity.

You can enclose an open carport, however, there are several things to consider before opting to do so. You'll want to check local building codes and permit requirements before proceeding to make sure it’s legal. While you can sometimes stick-frame a carport enclosure, pre-fab kits are also available. Remember that you'll likely need to meet concrete slab regulations and provide lighting inside the structure. Both of which could substantially drive up costs.

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.

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.

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

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