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EA Home Builders, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

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%
122 neighbors recently requested a quote
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BE HOME REMODELING INC
4.9(
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Serving Mill Valley, 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%
628 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bay Easy Construction
4.3(
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are very happy with this company. They have done some work at our townhouse and we are definitely hiring them for any other future renovations. It is so difficult to find a contractor you can trust and when we met Ofer, we are very pleased. He is easy to talk to and he listened to what we want to get done and worked with our budget."
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+13

Response time10 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Lerma's 5A Construction
5.0(
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This husband and wife team are exceptional at what they do. I was remodeling a house I was getting ready to sell and was so happy with the work, the speed and the communication I received. I would highly recommend this business to anyone needing any sort of home repair. Abraham does excellent work, is skilled in so many areas and goes above and beyond. I will definitely use them again in the future and will recommend them to everyone I know. Thank you!"
Front wood french door installation
Room floor installation
Front wood french door installation
Room floor installation
Room floor installation

+19

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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JD Mathew Construction Inc
4.8(
7
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jeff and his crew did a beautiful job on my major home repair. He replaced almost the entire back of my house which had water damage. I no longer worry about the next Atmospheric River. He stood out from the other two contractors that I interviewed. He knows what he’s doing and does quality work with attention to detail. They showed up promptly each morning and always cleaned up before leaving. I also appreciated how he kept me updated on what to expect each day.Call him if you want the job done right the first time."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by42%of homeowners
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.5(
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Throughout our project, their general construction services were consistently professional and reliable. They managed every detail flawlessly, ensuring a smooth and efficient process from start to finish."
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by21%of homeowners
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Deleon E Hijo Construction
5.0(
5
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Dedicated & reliable local professionals. Joe and his team were punctual, knowledgeable, personable and most of all, honest! The job was completed in time and we even extended the contract to add additional services which were equally completed with competence. We are very happy to have met them all. Highly recommended."
Apartment Remodel
Apartment Remodel
Apartment Remodel
Apartment Remodel
Apartment Remodel

+6

Response time7 hrs
Response rate85%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bay Builders, Inc.
5.0(
4
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Both remodels turned out beautifully. We were very pleased with the end results. We have since done a backyard patio, and we also were pleased with the work done."
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

While it is possible to build a wooden carport yourself, especially if you are skilled in carpentry, professional construction is recommended. Professionals ensure structural integrity, proper anchoring, correct alignment, and the use of quality materials for a stable and durable result.

There are a few easy ways to locate a wall stud without a stud finder. First, try knocking on the wall with your knuckles. Most parts of the wall will sound hollow, but when you tap over a stud, it will sound more solid. Alternatively, since studs are spaced 16 or 24 inches apart, you can measure those distances from a corner of the room, which will always have a stud.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

Begin by analyzing the blueprints and gathering the proper materials before framing a house. With the prep stages behind you, begin by framing the floor of a house on the newly set foundation. Exterior and interior walls come next, along with rough openings for doors and windows. Contractors will then add ceiling and roof rafters to finish things off. 

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