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Nixon's Quality Construction
4.4(
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Serving Oceano, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He actually did a complete remodel as my general contractor on my small business at 1127a Broad st. In downtown San Luis Obispo. Couldn't have been happier. Saved me money. Worked super fast and was just a pleasure to be around. Amazing contractor theu and thru."
Front entrance
Foyer
Gold Bar Jewelry
Gold Bar Jewelry
Gold Bar Piercing room

+54

Response time10 hrs
Response rate96%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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DH Construction
4.6(
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Serving Oceano, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"DH construction is a very professional organization. Dave Hsing is knowledgeable, skilled and very easy to work with. He will work with you to get what you want and make it right. Our bathroom is now very functional, nice looking and elegant. We highly recommend DH Constuction. Dave is on time, available and an excellent problem solver."
morro bay custom home
Cambria home
SLO remodel
2.5 floor addition
Cambria addition second floor and third floor deck

+22

Response time10 hrs
Response rate92%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lester's Handyman Service
5.0(
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Serving Oceano, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

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Warranties offered

"Lester provided consultation, demolition, new dry wall installation and new framing. The job was done on schedule and results were professional."
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+14

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Robert Almekinder Construction Company
3.8(
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Serving Oceano, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"This contractor is great! He works very hard, always pleasant and responsive. He keeps the work area tidy and has been very careful with our landscaping. The deck project is shaping up fast and he has made some construction suggestions that are valuable. I would definitely hire him again and would have no hesitation recommending Robert Almekinder Construction to our neighbors and friends."
Concrete Patio
Concrete Patio
Outdoor concrete patio
Custom Bench
Project Custom Bench

+12

Response time1 day
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can find ceiling joists using simple tools if a stud finder isn't available.

Using a hammer requires patience and a keen ear. Gently tap the ceiling in a grid pattern, listening for sound changes. A hollow sound indicates space between joists, while a solid, dull thud suggests a joist. Mark the location with a pencil and confirm by tapping from different angles.

Alternatively, you can use a nail, but this method will leave small holes. You'll feel increased resistance when the nail hits a joist. Mark the spot and repeat the process every 16 or 24 inches to map the joist locations. This method is considered less reliable than using a stud finder.

The primary parts of a house that need framing during construction are floors, exterior walls, interior walls, and the roof. The framing in these areas provides the skeleton for adding other materials over the top. With walls, for example, contractors can hang drywall over the interior walls and siding over the outside of the exterior walls. Proper framing ensures a sturdy house that is built to last.

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.

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.

A-frame homes are on the smaller side. While there’s no set square footage amount it has to be, it will usually come in around 1,000 square feet or smaller.

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