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Cal Preserving
4.7(
177
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had an outdoor playground set. Adrian was professional and hard-working. Great communication and he brought all the required tools and equipment. He showed up first thing in the morning on a short notice and it was all done before the end of the day. The assembly looks great and I know the kids will love it!"
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Response time6 days
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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S.C. Home Repair
4.8(
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

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Emergency services offered

"Josh helped set up my AC unit . He is very professional and very detail-oriented with his installations. I will definitely call him up again when I need some home repairs/installations done. Very happy with his work!"
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Kitchen Floor, cabinets appliances.
Carpentry, handrails and decks.
Widened closet opening and replaced doors. Added trim around windows and new Luxury Vinyl Plank flooring
Remodeling - General Project

+136

Response time1 day
Recommended by91%of homeowners
P G M Construction
4.9(
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Pat replied promptly, arrived when arranged, and completed the job in good time. He was friendly and worked with me to figure out an unusual carpentry project. He ultimately charged me less than his estimate. His final product was well done; heâ s going to come back and fix another carpentry problem I have. A nice guy to work with."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate96%
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rigoberto Fernandez
5.0(
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Rigo completed two project for us and we find his work outstanding. He was also prompt, professional and always courteous in dealing with us. Both project involved tile work and I feel his work exceeded expectations and genuinely approached artistry - doing repairs and making them match original build look from 20+ years ago surely required a skilled craftsman's eye. Parenthetical, but he also seems like a good human being... I enthusiastically recommend him for handyman/repair service."
Response time2 days
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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I Construction and Structural, Inc.
4.6(
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1993

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Small jobs welcome

"We found this company through Home Advisors when we needed extensive repair work on our very large front deck that included removal of several layers of the old Deck 70 coating and decayed plywood, rebuilding the substructure, and eventually applying a waterproof membrane over it before installing a new topcoat. To do this, portions of the stuccoed facade of our house and the deck railing had to be removed to make room for new flashing all around. After we came to an agreement with Dan Betyordekom of I Construction to do the work, we braced ourselves for the disruptions and turmoil such a project typically inflicts on an active household (this was not our first such rodeo), dreading the inevitable delays that seem to be part of any construction work. Today, merely 10 days after we signed the contract, we look out on our splendid new deck, which, even according to the building inspector, reflects excellent work. Don's tireless crew showed up on time every day, worked meticulously and professionally, took no shortcuts, cleaned up thoroughly at the end of each day, and went beyond our expectations in every aspect. When they replaced the portions of the stucco and deck railing they had removed, they didn't just paint the replaced portions-they painted the whole house wall and railing... Throughout the work, Dan was in constant contact with us to ensure that our normal routines were not affected by the work, and even made sure that the deck would be finished and usable for a baby shower we had scheduled for our son and his expecting wife. The deck was finished in time, and the party was a blast!"
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+70

Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Maldonado Jessy Construction
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Maldonado Jessy Construction work quality, communication, work ethic, attention to detail, timeliness, and definitely I would hire them again. He has the great team in the best area of Marin county."
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Maldonado Jessy Construction
Maldonado Jessy Construction

+25

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Enhances property value, ensures safety, and provides a sound basis for future construction.

Baseboards don’t have to be nailed into studs. However, nailing them into studs adds to their stability. When studs aren’t available, you can secure them with drywall nails directly into the drywall and adhesive. Always aim to nail into studs, especially in high-traffic or impact-prone areas.

Yes, using certified lumber and engineered wood products for reduced environmental impact.

Learning how to frame a house includes picking the right lumber for the job. Most people will want to pick pine, spruce, or fir for the framing. These types of lumber are affordable and produce sturdy framing for structures. Look for kiln-dried lumber to reduce the risk of shrinkage or insect damage after installation. As part of what’s included in framing a house when you hire a professional, the contractor should order the lumber, so you don’t have to worry about finding the right lumber.

Framing with metal studs can be significantly faster than using wooden studs, provided you have some experience working with the material. While you can use virtually instant pneumatic nailers with wood, metal requires installing screws. However, because metal is lighter, straighter, usually comes cut-to-length, and doesn't require sorting for the best pieces, you can save significant time using metal instead of wood.

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