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Inside & Out - Unlicensed Contractor
4.2(
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Serving Murphys, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Will definitely tell our friends and neighbors about your service. Conveyed my concerns and I was assured the job would be prioritized. Highly skilled and professional work. Repeat costumer absolutely!!!!"
Response time1 day
Response rate85%
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Against The Grain Handyman - Unlicensed Contractor
4.9(
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Serving Murphys, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Against The Grain Handyman is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time2 hrs
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All Phase Exteriors
4.1(
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Serving Murphys, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mike Scott delivers his services with excellence and professionalism. From the time he presents his solutions proposal, he makes sure that his customers are well-informed. He provides an end-of-project report, which is not done by most contractors. He respects the customer's time. His job is very commendable. I will definitely recommend his to my family and friends."
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Chris olive handyman services
New to Angi

Serving Murphys, CA and surrounding areas

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HANDYMAN & DECK BUILDER! FREE PHONE ESTIMATES! \n\nI'm Chris Olive and my family has a long history of working in construction and I am proud to continue that tradition. I am a handyman and a deck builder.\n\nI provide these services: Decks & porches, drywall, carpentry, doors & windows, landscaping, painting, remodeling, electrical, plumbing, and miscellaneous activities. \n\nI don't check my emails very often, so call or text me 24/7 at (209) 283-4221.\n\n We are an owner-operated small business.\nI take cash, venmo, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover Card.

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Alejandro Villanueva
5.0(
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Serving Murphys, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

If you are looking for quality residential repair work that you can trust, then look no further than Alejandro Villanueva. For many years, our incredible team of workers have been protecting and redoing countless homes throughout our area. Whether you are looking to replace your roofing here in California. Our goal is to develop clear communication and total trust with our valued customers. We understand that you want affordable, top-notch work that will last for decades to come. Let us make your home look like new once again.

Response time3 days
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Dock Building and Repair questions, answered by experts

You will likely need a permit to build a new dock or add to an existing one, especially if it's a permanent structure. Permit requirements vary by location, as they are typically set by local municipalities, counties, or cities rather than states. You should check with your local government or building department to determine what paperwork is required before you begin. In many areas, you may need multiple permits, including general construction permits and those designed to protect local marine life. Additionally, if you are part of a homeowner's association (HOA), they may have their own rules regarding docks, such as minimum distances between neighboring docks. It's best to check with all relevant authorities (city, county, HOA) to ensure you are in compliance. A professional dock builder can often handle the permit-pulling process for you.

The cost to build a new dock can range widely, typically from $5,000 to $65,000, with an average cost around $15,500. The final price depends on several key factors, including the dock's size, the materials used, the complexity of the installation, the depth of the water, the type of dock being built, and whether it is in fresh or salt water.

In most areas, dock builders need some type of license. In some states, only a general construction license might be necessary, while a marine construction license is required in others. You can check online to see which is mandatory in your area, and then you can use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to make sure the company holds the proper license. Since dock construction is inherently dangerous, confirm with your builder that they are fully insured for everyone’s protection.

Here are a few other considerations before you build, even if you're convinced you're in compliance with the law:

  • Are you damaging the environment? Bodies of water are often delicate ecosystems, and building a dock can be destructive and disruptive to the wildlife.

  • Are you blocking access? Lots of people like to use a lake, so you need to make sure your dock doesn't block public access to the water.

  • Can you enclose the dock? Just because you can build a dock doesn't mean you can build any dock you want. Some areas don't allow enclosed docks, for example.

  • Do you need to follow any specific rules or guidelines? Check with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA) Office for Coastal Management for any guidelines you’ll need to follow, including size and type restrictions.

Cedar wood is the best choice for a hardwood dock, as it is rot-resistant and does well in the water. Pressure-treated pine and spruce are two other solid options. Alternately, composite or waterproof plastic are materials commonly used for docks, and are frequently used in prefabricated kits.

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