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P G M Construction
4.9(
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Carpentry Framing - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The owner of the firm pays attention to his craftspeople, and the job they are doing. He underpromises and over delivers. He showed up exactly when he said he would, got the job done quickly and on our mutually agreed schedule. The quality of the work was top notch, the walls are straight, plumb and smooth. NICE WORK!!"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Maldonado Jessy Construction
4.3(
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install+1 more

Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were incredibly professional, dedicated to getting the job done without cutting corners, reliable, and did an excellent job! They always followed up, actively solved problems with our input, and worked to improve any situation that wasn't going well. We highly recommend Maldonado Jessy Construction."
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Maldonado Jessy Construction
Maldonado Jessy Construction

+25

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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I Construction and Structural, Inc.
4.6(
28
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Carpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Don from I Construction is a total professional. Having run through a few contractors on the same issue, I can see how Don is a cut above the rest. He is thorough and a perfectionist. The reason I cannot hire him yet is because I am still waiting on the funding for my project. Once you talk to Don, you will see what I mean by this man being a 5 star professional."
Car Deck
Car Deck
Car Deck
Car Deck
Car Deck

+70

Recommended by95%of homeowners
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First String Home Improvement
5.0(
9
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I highly recommend Skyler, he is such a professional handyman, he does the work very quickly and you can trust him. He will come in advance with professional equipment, remove the wooden floor with tools, and remove the nails exposed to the outside to avoid safety hazards. He is also very nice, cheerful and patient. It was a great experience to work with him."
Mailbox Repair
Mailbox Repair
Fence Install
Door Fix
Door Fix

+7

Response time2 hrs
Response rate95%
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Woodworking questions, answered by experts

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.

While the Arts and Crafts movement inspired many architectural elements, the primary styles from the time include Craftsman, Tudor Revivals, bungalows, and Mission homes. You'll see elements of these styles in homes, churches, museums, and schools—particularly Country Day schools from the era.

Joists do distribute their load to beams, but they don’t sit on top of the beams. Instead, home builders nail or screw the joists directly to the beams such that the end of the joist butts up against the edge of the beam. Beams can sit on other beams for support, but you’ll never see a joist sitting on top of a beam or another joist.

While carpenters and woodworkers perform similar tasks, their focus differs. A carpenter is typically responsible for the structural woodwork involved in construction, such as framing, installing sheathing, hanging kitchen cabinets, and installing trusses. In contrast, a woodworker handles more intricate and custom projects, like building custom furniture, installing wainscoting, and creating detailed interior trim and moldings. Based on these definitions, many woodworkers can perform the tasks of a carpenter, but it's always best to discuss your specific project with a professional to ensure they have the necessary skills.

The pro you need to hire to build your shed depends on the shed you purchase. A local handyman or general contractor can help build a prefab shed for you. However, if you’re looking for a custom shed, contacting a shed builder near you is the best option. Make sure you get quotes from 3 pros to decide on the best pro for your job. 

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