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Select Craftsmanship General Contracting
4.9(
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Lafayette, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

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.
5.0(
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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

Approved

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
Stair way
Stair way
Stair way

+89

Response time5 hrs
Response rate94%
41 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lancon Design & Development
5.0(
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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 pro to build a new deck off our living room. The contractor was licensed, had great reviews, and offered a competitive price. The project was completed in under two weeks, and the quality is excellent. Love spending evenings out there now!"
Backyard
Front Yard
Artificial Turf
In Progress
Corner View

+4

Response time3 hrs
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Cunningham Construction
4.7(
21
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Lafayette, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Paul and Vicki with Cunningham Construction are miracle workers and true masters of their craft! We had previously used them for another renovation project in our East Bay home. The results were fantastic and we received countless compliments from real estate agents, neighbors and potential buyers when we put our home on the market. In fact, we actually sold our home much higher than even larger sized houses in our neighborhood. Throughout the renovation process, we were so impressed and spoiled with their expertise, professionalism, honesty, patience and amazing personalities, that we refused to work with any other contractor except Cunningham Construction for the renovation of our South Bay home. From ceiling to floor, Paul and Vicki fully constructed a new kitchen, living/dining room, bedroom and two bathrooms on the first floor of our house all from wood studs and a concrete foundation. Before our very eyes, the dark 1970's nightmare that used to be our bottom floor was transformed into a beautiful and efficient/functional space that will serve our guests and potential renters for years to come. At the end of each day (as customary for Paul/Vicki), we were provided a thorough update on everything completed that day as well as plans for the next day -- followed by a thorough clean-up of the area. We always felt completely informed throughout the entire process and, unlike other contractors, 100% of their time and attention was fully dedicated to us for the duration of our project. Paul/Vicki were able to address all of our questions and concerns and even help provide us many options to keep our costs as low as possible. Estimates were detailed and thorough, and every aspect of the job met and exceeded our specification demands. All work was performed to existing code and numerous permit inspections were performed throughout the job due to its size. Even the inspectors with the city commented on how flawless their work was, especially compared to most other jobs that they see. Therefore, we are extremely pleased and have full confidence and complete peace of mind in our final product. If you are looking to hire a contractor who you can trust to perform the BEST work possible for your biggest home/business investment(s), look no further. You absolutely won't regret hiring Cunningham Construction!"
Redwood Deck
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Heath Stairworks, Inc.
4.2(
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Lafayette, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Heath Stairworks did a great job on our stairway. They added a beautiful hand rail and iron spindles. They listened to what we had in mind, made suggestions, and it turned out exactly how we wanted it. I would definitely use them again."
Before Remodel
Free standing stairway
After Remodel
 Wood/Iron combination
Close-up Detail

+27

Response time3 days
42 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Bayside Builders Group
4.8(
55
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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

Approved

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 by82%of homeowners
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CCS Construction Services
4.7(
57
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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
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.7(
42
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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.
5.0(
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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."
Kitchens
Kitchens
Kitchens
Kitchens
Kitchens

+14

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
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Woodworking questions, answered by experts

Carpenters are trained to take on a wide range of home projects. You can hire a carpenter to do framing, roofing, build custom furniture, and make significant upgrades to your home. General carpenters are usually able to handle most jobs. However, you may also choose to hire a carpenter who specializes in a specific type of carpentry. 

It is common for a contractor to ask for a down payment before starting a project, especially for jobs that require purchasing materials and equipment or hiring a crew. The deposit amount can range from 10% to 50% of the total job cost. While a request for up to 50% is not unusual, a contractor should not ask for more than that, and you should never pay for a project in full before the work has begun. To protect yourself, always discuss payment terms before starting and have a written contract that outlines the project timeline and expectations. Additionally, be sure to hire reputable contractors and check their licensing and insurance before the project begins.

If you don’t have a power saw with a blade where you can adjust the angle, you could use a miter box and hand saw to make the cuts. The miter box contains wide slots to support the piece of baseboard and other narrow slots to accommodate the blade of the hand saw. However, it’s tough to make non-standard cuts beyond 30 or 45 degrees when using a miter box.

On average, the cost to hire a carpenter ranges from about $75 to $100 per hour, depending on the type of carpentry, location, size of the job, and skill level of the carpenter. Get quotes from at least three carpenters in your area to determine the best price for your specific project.

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

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