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Avatar for Herman Construction Company
Herman Construction Company
5.0(
29
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Karol worked as general contractor for our home remodel, which involved adding a second story on an existing single family home. Karol managed the project very skillfully, keeping it within budget and our timeline. I was particularly impressed by his integrity and we eventually came to trust him for looking out for it interests. When our initial drywall subcontractor was overbilling us and frequently absent from the job, Karol promptly called out the actions and terminated the contact. He helped us find good workarounds for some issues involving our kitchen cabinets and a new outdoor deck."
Second floor House addition in progress. San Jose
second floor house addition before San Jose
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second floor house addition in progress
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Tool Time Home Improvement
4.6(
206
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Tool Time Home Improvement was exactly what we were looking for. Other contractors wouldn't even consider the job because it was too small, but Tool Time responded to my inquiry within a few hours, came out to check out the space a few days later, got me a quote for the work the same day, and started work the same week. We are so thankful for the good, quick work Tool Time Home Improvement provided. The workers were always prompt, communicative, tidy, and they checked everything twice to make sure it was done right. I would definitely recommend these guys, and I will be calling them again should the need arise."
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Response time1 day
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Brother & Brother Builders
4.5(
244
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"rother and Brother did a fantastic job remodeling our master and guest bathrooms. Their project management team executed to the plan and the crews did excellent work. The bathrooms came out beautifully. Of note is that they finished the project as strongly as they started it, which can be rare in the contractor community."
modern kitchen remodeling
modern kitchen remodeling
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+3333

Response time6 hrs
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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BE HOME REMODELING INC
4.9(
66
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It took us time to find a contractor. We got over Six quotes only two contractors actually sent us a bid. Ben was very responsive. He sent us the quote within a week from the visit. We were very satisfied with the process. We were always in the know. We have done renovations In the past with contractors and we were always not pleased with not knowing the schedule. We finally found someone we can trust and will definitely be using him again. Thank you again Ben it was a pleasure meeting you and working with you."
full house remodeling
full house remodeling
full house remodeling
full house remodeling
full house remodeling

+31

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
632 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Skytech Builders
5.0(
21
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great contractor! It was a really pleasure to work with this company. They did my kitchen, it was a full remodeling and I am thrilled how fantastic everything turned out! I would highly recommend Sky Tech Builders and would definitely work with them again!"
Master Bathroom Remodel in San Jose.
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Master Bathroom Remodel in San Jose.
Kitchen Remodel in San Mateo

+63

Response time1 day
31 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Bay Remodeling Kitchen & Bath
5.0(
67
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bay Remodeling Kitchen & Bath I just completed a kitchen and bathroom remodel, and I love the outcome! The staff was exceedingly professional, diligent, and courteous. They were meticulous in every way, and the result is magnificent. Every money spent on the service was well worth it, and everything went smoothly from beginning to end. Bay renovation is the company to choose if you're searching for a trustworthy renovation contractor. Extremely happy!"
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20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Bay Easy Construction
4.3(
154
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Firstly, choosing a construction company is not easy, we interviewed about five local contractors. We ended up with Bay Easy construction who happened to be from out of the area. They came on time, gave us full undivided attention, and answered all of mine and my husbands questions. We enjoyed talking with the crew and knew then it was them who we would do business with. The project was completed within two weeks as promised and the outcome we are very happy with the finished results thanks to them :)
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Response time10 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Herman Construction Company
Herman Construction Company
5.0(
22
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Karol did a fantastic job and went an extra mile to help me with the housing project. He went above and beyond to ensure my demand is met and the result was flawless. I would hire him again for other housing-related projects and can confidently recommend him to many of my friends and colleagues that are house owners in the area."
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+25

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Arroyo Brothers Construction, LLC
5.0(
10
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Arroyo Brothers are experts in every phase of the construction process. They can act as general contractors or specialized craftsmen. We have enjoyed their expertise for 20+ years. They completed a major exterior remodel for us, including cedar shingle siding, construction of 2 new decks, a new roof, and a portico addition. They also completed major interior remodeling including a complete kitchen remodel, bathroom remodel, and bedroom addition. They have remodeled our yard, including the construction of a magnificent flagstone firepit. They have worked with our interior designer to ensure impeccable results. The quality of their work is extraordinary. They are dependable, conscientious and efficient. Once you hire Arroyo Brothers, you will never hire anyone else!"
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Santa Cruz Bathroom

+8

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Unfinished Carpentry 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.

The best way to calculate framing costs is by basing your costs on the square footage of your home. On average, framing your home could cost anywhere between $7 and $16 per square foot. 

To ensure you don’t go over budget, base your estimates on the higher end of the price range. If you know you’re going to use high-end materials or require a custom or complex build, you might even want to tack on an additional 5% of your budget.

No rules state how much of a load-bearing wall can be removed. Rather, you need to adequately support any area that is removed. Support should always be added to as much wall area is being removed. Failing to support the area properly will result in structural damage.

Yes, a one-story house can have a load-bearing wall. The load-bearing walls in a single-story home are usually the exterior walls. If the house has a basement with exposed walls, the arrangement of the beams can help indicate what walls are load-bearing.

Stick frames, metal frames, or prefabricated concrete frames are included in framing a house, along with creating the framework and space for windows, doors, and entryways. Other aspects of developing a home—like drywall, insulation, windows, doors, and more—are not included in the cost to frame a house.

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