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Avatar for Summit Deck Doctor
Summit Deck Doctor
4.8(
52
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"WOW.
I thought my 30 year old redwood deck wasn't salvageable, but Rupert convinced me to do so.  He was very prompt & reliable & knowledgeable and everything went as planned.    A real pleasure to work with, especially if you prefer texting over e-mails!!
I thought it was going to need replacement, a cost of $20,000 using a wood/plastic composite.  I am glad I didn't spend all that money- I would have had a plastic deck (Trex )that would scratch/warp/stain/turn to plastic-dust ( according to reviews at http://www.consumeraffairs.com/homeowners/trex_composite_decking.html) 
Instead, I have a sturdy splinter free redwood deck and $18,000 still in my pocket.  Environmentally I saved as well, by 'fixing & reusing rather than buying/manufacturing plastics that would end up un-decomposed in a landfill one day.
If you want a facelift on your old deck- Summit Deck Doctors is the way to go.
If you think your deck is dying and needs to be buried & replaced, don't do so without asking Summit Deck Doctors to resuscitate it.
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Before handrails.
Deck build above creek.
Honey teak color. Morgan Hill.
Deck and arbor staining
Cabot solid stains

+416

Response time10 hrs
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Four Seasons Construction & Landscaping
Four Seasons Construction & Landscaping
4.6(
178
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Dinh to remodel my two-car garage, and I couldn't be happier with the results. The project included adding a ceiling, repairing walls, installing new flooring, and doing electrical and plumbing work, among other things. The transformation is amazingâ my garage looks brand new and shiny! The new ceiling also provides crawl space for extra storage, and I love how versatile the garage is now. It can easily be converted into a home office or gym. Dinhâ s craftsmanship is solid, and the pricing is very competitive. I highly recommend his services!"
Lanscaping Projects
Before
Lanscaping Projects
After
Lanscaping Projects

+22

Response time5 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Brian O'Neill Construction
Brian O'Neill Construction
4.8(
86
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For Business+1 more

Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We obtained estimates from over 10 contractors for this job. Brian was very reasonably priced. We needed a deck specialist to modify an existing deck. Brian has extensive experience building decks. He handled our fairly complicated project with skill and competence. He lived up to every commitment he made. He was always on time, always responded to messages and phone calls. We love our new deck and highly recommend Brian."
LARGE ASHLER WITH BANDS
ARBOR REPAIRED
Concrete
ARBOR REPAIR
Arbor

+40

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Herman Construction Company
Herman Construction Company
5.0(
22
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+8 more

Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Karol and his crew are very talented, efficient builders. We hired Karol to build a composite deck to compliment the pool we had installed in the back yard. It turned out beautifully. He is a great communicator and listener, prompt and reliable."
Home Addition
Home Addition
Home Additon
Home Additon
Home Addition

+25

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by81%of homeowners
Avatar for Landscaping Bay Area
Landscaping Bay Area
4.6(
117
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They worked very hard from start to finish and did an excellent job. My yard looks like a different yard. I had a lot of work to do and they did everything I needed in the two hour time period. I have some bushes in the back that no one every cuts straight and even on the top, not only did they cut them straight and even but took quality time to make sure they were done right. My yard still has a way to go but it certainty looks way better. I have had several people come in the past and they have not done as good of a job. They left everything neat and clean and I am very happy with the work.
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Ground cover
Ground cover
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+15

Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for S.C. Home Repair
S.C. Home Repair
4.8(
40
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

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
Response rate100%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for CCS Construction Services
CCS Construction Services
4.7(
57
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Carpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Sebastian and his crew did an amazing job replacing our siding in addition to painting the entire outside of the house. They also did some extra items at an additional cost replaced side garage door with trim and patio door trim."
Painting
Painting
Siding replacement
Response time1 day
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for R Cabral, Contractor, Inc.
R Cabral, Contractor, Inc.
4.6(
271
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a good job of gutter cleaning and deck washing on a 16-suite medical office building, and Rolando was very informative about what the crew was doing and why. He quoted me the added cost to install stainless-steel gutter guard screens, which I had them do while on the job. These screens are a bit pricey, but it seems to be a good quality product and they did excellent work."
Menlo park roof repair
Menlo park roof repair
Menlo park roof repair
Menlo park roof repair
Menlo park roof repair

+125

Response time7 hrs
Response rate95%
101 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Edgar Handyman Solution
Edgar Handyman Solution
5.0(
19
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had my window frames replaced, They did the job within a reasonable time, did very nice job windows look great, cleaned up nicely, professional crew. If I need any other repairs on my home I would call them and would recommend them."
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Additional Photos

+7

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

When building a house, it is customary to use 16d nails that measure 3 1/2 inches in length to construct the frame. These nails are crucial in providing the necessary support and stability for structural elements like joists and studs, which ensures a sturdy framework.

A few signs that you need a new door frame include:

  • The door no longer fits properly in its frame and sticks or scrapes.

  • You notice cracks, holes, or rotting.

  • You feel a draft coming from around the door when it’s closed.

  • You find yourself frequently needing to make repairs.

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.

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

Traditionally, bungalows are single-story homes, although having a half or partial story on top of the first floor is common. While adding a second story to a bungalow is certainly possible, the home would no longer be considered a bungalow by the strictest definition.

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