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Avatar for FIBER-COAT DECK CO
FIBER-COAT DECK CO
4.9(
37
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I'm very happy with the work that I had done as well as the very fair price. David made sure to explain what was happening as he completed the project, and worked with me on the best way to address some issues that were uncovered as the old roof was removed. They showed up exactly when they said they would, and finished right on schedule."
Deck Maintenance Project
Deck Maintenance Project
Deck Maintenance Project
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+16

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Greg Patterson Construction
5.0(
17
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Greg was always on time and efficient with his time. He did such a fabulous job. It was nice having a contractor with a personality like Gregâ s and also nice that I could rely on him. His work is beautiful."
Foundation work
Foundation/Slab pour
1st floor walls
2nd floor walls
3rd floor walls

+3

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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The Handy Juan
4.9(
17
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very attentive and gets the job done efficiently and quickly. High quality job also with the work when finished. Would recommend to anybody who needs any type of construction work done."
Pop corn
Pop corn
Prep
Preped
Pop corn

+24

Response time10 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Desert City Carpentry, Inc.
5.0(
3
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I had a couple of projects that needed to be done (stucco around the spa and enclose opening to primary bathroom). Jose and his crew did the work and I couldn't be more pleased. His communication and tardiness were amazing. The quote I received was surprisingly lower than what I was expecting. The quality of work that was done was impeccable. It looks like it has always been that way. Each crew member who came in and did their part, you could tell took pride in their specialty. They were on time and respectful of me and my place. When each was done, they made sure that everything was left in the manner they found it. I would definitely recommend this company."
Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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Kennedy Kraft
4.9(
25
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Seamus is the rarest commodity â an expert in his craft who keeps his promises and delivers excellent workmanship at an affordable price. I never write reviews but itâ s the least I can do to say THANK YOU."
Cabinets
Cabinets
Cabinets
Cabinets
 Other

+8

Response time7 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.6(
33
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Throughout our project, their general construction services were consistently professional and reliable. They managed every detail flawlessly, ensuring a smooth and efficient process from start to finish."
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+1

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by20%of homeowners
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Vizcarra Bros Building Construction, Inc.
5.0(
9
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Vizcarra Bros building construction are the best in the business. They have great prices, wonderful employees, and most importantly they do top quality work. From framing to flooring they got you covered."
Project Photos
Project Photos
Project Photos
Project Photos
Project Photos

+7

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by55%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

An A-frame home can be cheaper to build than a traditional house, but that is not always a given. Prices can be fairly similar in some cases, depending on the location, design, and necessary site preparation. Costs for an A-frame typically run between $100 to $200 per square foot, which is comparable to the cost of a traditional home. The cost of an A-frame can come in under those numbers if you opt for a prefabricated kit.

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.

You can enclose an open carport, however, there are several things to consider before opting to do so. You'll want to check local building codes and permit requirements before proceeding to make sure it’s legal. While you can sometimes stick-frame a carport enclosure, pre-fab kits are also available. Remember that you'll likely need to meet concrete slab regulations and provide lighting inside the structure. Both of which could substantially drive up costs.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

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