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4.9(
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

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Emergency services offered

"Sobi and his team did the wood framing/crown molding of our new Andersen windows in our living room and dining room. They were very professional, skillful, and really pleasant to work with! Sobiâ s attention to detail is so impressive and reassuring. He was great at explaining everything he planned to do. The communication with him from the start until the end was amazing! The job was done quickly (even through the holidays!) and he made me feel like my job was the only one he was working on when in fact, it was his smallest one. I am so happy with how the framing of my windows look! I will be using them again for sure for future projects!!"
Response time10 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Crown Construction
4.8(
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1988

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"Bruce saved me over $20,000 by replacing the slides on my drawers to soft clothes heavy duty slides. I got several estimates and he was the most affordable. He has proven his worth, and I would highly recommend him to anyone in the community. Iâ m absolutely thrilled with the quality of workmanship, and how fast he was able to do it."
Bath remodel
Bath remodel
From the water
View from deck
House front

+28

Response time3 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Cal Preserving
4.7(
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

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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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+13

Response time6 days
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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S.C. Home Repair
4.8(
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Serving Orinda, 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!"
Handyman Services Project
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
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Live Oak General Builder, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

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"Enrique responded promptly to our request for an estimate. After ordering and receiving the materials, he and Hubert began work immediately, removed the existing deck, installed concrete supports, built the framing and installed the deck. The project was completed in just over two days. Enrique is experienced in working with Trex decking, our choice of material, and the finished deck is beautiful. All trash was removed and the work area cleaned perfectly. Enrique is very professional in his approach to us and in all aspects of the work. We plan to hire him to rebuild a fence."
Stair way
Stair way
Stair way
Stair way
Stair way

+89

Response time5 hrs
Response rate93%
56 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Northwest Builders & Renovation, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

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Emergency services offered

With over 20 years of experience, Northwest Builders & Renovation delivers top-quality roofing, siding, decks, gutters, and remodeling services across Seatac, WA, Portland, the East San Francisco Bay Area, and San Diego. Licensed and trusted, our team brings innovation, craftsmanship, and integrity to every project — from custom remodels to complete home transformations.\n\n📍 Seatac, WA | Portland, OR | East Bay, CA | San Diego, CA\n📞 WA (206) 350-6331 | OR (503) 713-6048 | CA (925) 407-4616 / (442) 291-2226

Leslie House Remodel
Leslie House Remodel
Leslie House Remodel
Leslie House Remodel
Leslie House Remodel

+30

Response time11 hrs
Response rate99%
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
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CCS Construction Services
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

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"Recently had a home inspection performed in preparation of selling our house next year. The inspection revealed several small items that needed attention/repair, including: rotting window trim, warped garage side door, leaking gutters/downspouts, and damage to the concrete foundation. In addition, all the fascia trim showed extreme weathering and needed painting. We first thought of hiring a handyman to do all of these jobs and had a few come out but we were not impressed by their professionalism, leaving us to doubt their abilities to perform the needed repairs adequately. Then we came across Sebastian and CCS Construction Services on Home Advisor. CCS is licensed, insured, and carries worker's comp. We were very impressed by Sebastian's professionalism and his honesty when explaining the work that needed to be done and how it would be performed. So, we hired Sebastion and CCS Construction Services, and, all the work has been completed, and we couldn't be happier with the results. Sebastian and his team are hard working and very respectful. The work performed was of a high quality and you could tell that they took pride in their work. Thank you, Sebastian for a job well done!!!"
Painting
Painting
Siding replacement
Response time1 day
31 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Golden State Builders Group, Inc.
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

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"Golden State Builders have helped me build a deck in my backyard and im extremely happy with the results. I needed to replace my siding and was referred to Golden State Builders from James Hardie website since they are a pro installers. Very professional and quick."
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+87

Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
97 neighbors recently requested a quote
Cardona Construction
5.0(
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Cardona Construction, is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 22 years of hands-on experience to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today! \n

dry rot repair
dry rot repair
exterior trim
dry rot repair on exterior trim
family room uplift

+57

Response time6 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, professional installations include reinforced corner posts to ensure durability.

Framing a house with steel generally takes less time—around five to eight weeks—than most building materials. The steel components can also be made quickly off-site and manufactured with pre-punched holes for running piping and electrical wiring, which will lessen the prep work and extra labor during construction.

Installing a tongue-and-groove wall requires similar techniques to those associated with installing shiplap. However, because of the precision necessary to make each board fit perfectly and the increased material prices, the cost is higher than that of shiplap installations. Expect to spend between $2 and $6 more per square foot for tongue-and-groove walls versus shiplap ones.

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.

Costs depend on furniture type, size, complexity, and whether additional modifications are needed.

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