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Select Craftsmanship General Contracting
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Lafayette, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The quality of work that was done was simply amazing. Sobi was able to reconfigure three bedrooms, add two new bathrooms, and remodel a 3rd bathroom creating 3 en-suites. He has a high level of customer service and is very creative at solving complex construction issues. Through my career Iâ ve been involved with many contractors and I can tell you that Sobi is one of the best contractors that Iâ ve ever worked with. We have several additional projects that we are planning and Select Craftsmanship will be our contractor on these project.. Iâ ve already recommended him to several friends."
Response time10 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Live Oak General Builder, Inc.
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Lafayette, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I would recommend Live Oak highly. Enrique is a very good communicator and responsive to any design or other construction related questions that came up. He and his crew's work was clean,efficient and the workmanship was excellent! The project was completed on-time and the deck looks great! You will love doing business with this builder!"
Stair way
Stair way
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Stair way

+89

Response time5 hrs
Response rate94%
47 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lancon Design & Development
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom

Serving Lafayette, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I used HomeAdvisor to find a contractor for our outdoor kitchen and was blown away. I found a highly rated pro with tons of great reviews. The builder helped design everything—grill, sink, stonework, and lighting. Finished ahead of schedule and under budget. Couldn’t be happier!"
Backyard
Front Yard
Artificial Turf
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Corner View

+4

Response time3 hrs
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Cunningham Construction
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Lafayette, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1980

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"All I can say about our experience using Cunningham Construction is - they were outstanding! They handled our whole job, from beginning to end, in the most professional manner, communicating with us every step of the way, always following through on their promises, and ultimately producing a most beautiful new gallery building for our artwork. We couldn't be happier! Certainly 5 stars in every aspect and the strongest recommendation we can give! Kudos to you two, Paul and Vicki! (from Karen & Matt Wyse, Moraga)"
Redwood Deck
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Bayside Builders Group
4.8(
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Lafayette, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Two months ago I was looking for a company to help me with my flooring project and I wanted to find someone who could do it as soon as possible. Bayside Builders came as promised and gave me a great price for what I was asking them to do, which is install laminate wood floors throughout my house. The quality of service that this company provides is top notch and their craftsmanship is very impressive. If you want to work with a company that is professional and has great customer service, this is the one to call."
Deck Installation
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Roofing and Gutter Instal
Castro Valley project

+154

Response time2 days
Response rate86%
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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CCS Construction Services
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Carpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Lafayette, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"From start to finish, working with CCS Construction Services was a pleasure. They listened to our ideas, offered valuable suggestions, and delivered outstanding results. Truly a cut above the rest!"
Painting
Painting
Siding replacement
Response time1 day
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - Install+11 more

Serving Lafayette, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"We hired McCormick Home Builders to remodel our living room, and we are beyond pleased with the result. The team was professional, worked efficiently, and Aris design ideas made a huge difference. The room feels so much brighter and more spacious. This was the best decision we made for our home, and we were already planning our next remodel with them."
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by15%of homeowners
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Waters Construction Co.
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - Install+11 more

Serving Lafayette, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I’ve worked with Mike and his team for years on all kinds of projects, and they’ve always been amazing to work with. The quality of their work is top-notch, they stay on budget, and everything runs smoothly from start to finish. Their design sense is excellent and they always manage to get things done right on time. I can’t recommend them enough, truly a reliable, talented, and easy-to-work-with crew."
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
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Woodworking questions, answered by experts

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.

Many contractors prefer checks because they’re easy to track and have no associated fees. However, many also accept credit cards (though they might add a fee to cover their processing costs).

Baseboards don’t have to be nailed into studs. However, nailing them into studs adds to their stability. When studs aren’t available, you can secure them with drywall nails directly into the drywall and adhesive. Always aim to nail into studs, especially in high-traffic or impact-prone areas.

Yes, Corian® and other solid surface countertops can be cut with standard woodworking tools like a circular saw or a jigsaw, but using the correct blade is crucial for the best results.

The recommended blade is a tungsten carbide-tipped blade, often called a solid-surface planer or triple chip grind blade. This type of blade is hard enough to cut through the material effectively. For a jigsaw, a fine-tooth down-cutting blade should be used.

It is important to note that a diamond blade is not necessary. Diamond blades are designed for harder materials like natural stone, concrete, or brick, and Corian is not a natural stone.

Using blades designed for wood is not recommended as they can cause microfractures that weaken the countertop's edges. While a tungsten carbide blade provides a much cleaner cut, the resulting edge will still be rough and must be sanded and smoothed to prevent microfractures from developing over time.

Rustic and modern farmhouse styles are currently the most popular. These include rustic and antique furniture, muted colors, clean lines, eclectic decor, and natural materials. Some other popular farmhouse styles include the following:

  • Coastal farmhouse: Creates a lighter, airier feel with soft colors and blue palettes, along with gold

  • Colonial farmhouse: Focuses on real antique furniture and decor

  • French farmhouse: Leans on French country architecture and design by including marble and lighter-colored metals, like zinc

  • Industrial farmhouse: Includes thick, chunky furniture and dark metals

  • Scandinavian farmhouse: Usually includes lighter wood colors and more refined furniture

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