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Avatar for Lugo's Construction
Lugo's Construction
4.9(
102
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Montclair, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Pedro to install ship lap boards on the ceiling of my back patio. Some of the boards that I provided had dried out over time making installation difficult. But Pedro and his crew persisted and completed an excellent job. After the job was completed and at the end of a long hot day they they thoroughly cleaned all of the work areas. I was very pleased."
Deck / custom stairs
Deck / custom stairs
New windows / patio enclosure
Pomona custom paint
Custom walk in shower

+263

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by18%of homeowners
Avatar for JB Custom Finish Carpentry
JB Custom Finish Carpentry
4.9(
7
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Montclair, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Still in process, but so far they have been excellent. We have run into a snag with the job the flooring company (it was NOT done by JB Custom Finish .. Now I wish I had used them) and JB has, and is, doing everything they can to help us through this."
white and black
white and black
7
213
5

+17

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Bill Light Construction
Bill Light Construction
4.3(
32
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Montclair, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bill was very friendly and extremely knowledgeable about the needs of our deck repair. He was very efficient and was able to complete the job in one day. We are so thankful!"
Deck Removal and Replace
Deck Removal and Replace
Deck Removal and Replace
Deck Removal and Replace
Deck Removal and Replace

+60

Response time7 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Jonathan Kim Design
Jonathan Kim Design
4.9(
253
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Montclair, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jonathan did an amazing job refinishing my tables - I highly recommend him! He is reasonably priced and does quality work and within the time frame he promised."
Dr. Chung project
Carlyle Resident in Westwood, CA
Carlyle Resident in Westwood, CA
New Hope Church
New Hope Church

+67

Response time2 days
192 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Circle City Millwork Inc.
Circle City Millwork Inc.
4.8(
11
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Montclair, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The owner Gabriel is a top notch guy and craftsman. His employee Ricky on our project is very meticulous finish carpenter. They showed up everyday until project was complete. They installed cabinets and moldings.....cannot say how happy we are. Do not be afraid to call Gabriel, pricing very reasonable and workmanship is excellent."
Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for The Handy Juan
The Handy Juan
4.9(
17
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Montclair, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional in and out with the work , makes it look easy , humble very respectable, knowledgeable in like craft ,my go to handyman! "The project was top notch. Not only did they consistently show up on time, but they finished the project early and were willing to reschedule the final walkthrough multiple times to accommodate our schedule. Final project turned out great!""
Pop corn
Pop corn
Prep
Preped
Pop corn

+24

Response time10 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.7(
42
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+12 more

Serving Montclair, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"We found McCormick home builders through Angie’s list. They were not one of our original contacts, but they contacted us and came out to give us a quote. Matteo was extremely helpful, informative, honest, and gave us reasonable realistic prices, and did not try to inflate the prices or pressure us in anyway. We felt very comfortable with him immediately. We felt like he was a member of the family that we could just talk to and ask questions he was very personable. He gave us his contact number in case we had other questions and he was always available when we needed him for any type of questions or concerns. Mateo‘s team did a beautiful job. They were fast. They were efficient. They cleaned up beautifully. They did a wonderful job. They were very considerate of our time our needs and our neighbors. They were an absolute pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend Matteo from McCormick home builders for any home building projects, and we will be calling him again in the future!"
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by17%of homeowners
Avatar for RJAMS Finish Carpentry LLC
RJAMS Finish Carpentry LLC
5.0(
2
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallCloset - Build

Serving Montclair, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Andrew and his team were extremely proficient and skilled in their work. Always punctual and professional. I was so impressed with their work, I rehired them to fix issues left behind by another after seeing the high quality of work they did. The difference was clear and obvious even to a novice like me. I will need more work done in the future and I would not even consider another vendor or company. I will use them again and again and have already recommended them to any family and friends that would be in need of their services. 5 stars without hesitation."
ADU-Long Beach
ADU-Long Beach
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Home Pro Remodeling & Construction, Inc.
4.1(
31
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+12 more

Serving Montclair, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had my garden and bathroom remodel done. Albert and Samuel were professional, friendly, and a delight to work with. They're responsive and reliable. I also like the subcontractors whom they used on my project. They kept me informed of everything and I appreciate their excellent work."
Response time5 days
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

For a professional carpenter, installing a window seat can take anywhere from a few hours to a few days, depending on some aspects of the project. Aside from building the seat itself, if they have to remove any cabinets, shelves, or baseboards, that will add time to the project.

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. 

One of the most common house framing basics for decades has been using wood for the framing work. However, some framing contractors now suggest using steel frames. Steel is lightweight, resistant to fire, and resistant to moisture, all of which are areas where wood framing could cause problems. However, steel framing is more expensive than wood and limits your ability to insulate the home.

You can choose 5/8-inch plywood or 3/4-inch plywood—anything thinner than these sizes may not withstand the impact of debris propelled by strong winds or can be easily torn off by intruders. Remember that the durability of the wood board is crucial, particularly for safeguarding your windows during severe storms. The effectiveness of using wood boards for protecting the investment you made in your home relies on using the appropriate material and ensuring proper installation.

New builds, remodels, and additions often necessitate professional framing expertise.

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