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Avatar for Cal Preserving
Cal Preserving
4.7(
177
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Petaluma, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

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
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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S.C. Home Repair
4.8(
40
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Petaluma, CA and surrounding areas

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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
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for JA Mejia Construction
JA Mejia Construction
5.0(
48
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Petaluma, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Juan is the most experienced, honest and reliable carpenter we have employed for work on our house. He consulted with us about materials and design, then quickly tore out and replaced our backyard deck this year. It is beautiful and just what we wanted. Donâ  t hesitate to employ him on any carpentry projects !"
Chase Deck Project
Small Picket Fence Project
Small Deck Repair
Flaherty Door Project
Fitch Deck Project

+203

Response time1 day
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Maldonado Jessy Construction
Maldonado Jessy Construction
4.3(
60
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair+2 more

Serving Petaluma, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Outstanding service from start to end. Excellent estimating. On time arrival and completion. Superb professional workman skills: drywall, painting, carpentry, fireplace upgrade, fine wood finish. marble, electrical. Very neat and tidy. Personable workers. A joy to have around. 100% + satisfaction all around."
Maldonado Jessy Construction
Maldonado Jessy Construction
Maldonado Jessy Construction
Maldonado Jessy Construction
Maldonado Jessy Construction

+25

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Creativo, Inc.
4.3(
101
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Petaluma, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Creativo team was all around wonderful to work with. They were punctual, starting and completing the project in a appreciated time frame for the project size. As items requiring changes to the scope appeared, they were accommodating and quick to provide an estimate and complete with the project schedule in mind. As for the craftsmanship, the attention to detail and effort made to make our deck a beautiful space was really appreciated. These guys are great to work with and hit it out of the park! Thanks!"
Fence
Brand new windows
Commercial Bathroom
Demoliton time
Sample of our work

+34

Response time8 hrs
Response rate93%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pelayos handyman
5.0(
7
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Petaluma, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"My husband and I just moved into a new house. Alex has been so helpful! He assembled furniture and hung many pictures. All jobs were completed to our satisfaction. I would definitely recommend Alex for handyman jobs as he is thoughtful, efficient and professional."
Response time5 days
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by16%of homeowners
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Shade Shop
4.5(
314
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Exterior Shutters - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Petaluma, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Digital Living did our entire home audio system/speakers throughout the house, TV and internet installation when we moved to Sonoma. Derick, and his team, lead by Matt, did an amazing job with the installation, and were also a wonderful resource for recommending the right equipment/speakers along with boosters to make sure the internet worked throughout the house (not an easy feat on this mountain) and to make sure we knew how to use the system before they departed us. They are technical wizards, very professional and have great ideas regarding esthetics for speaker placement and better sound. They care a lot about building relationships with with their customers and have great customer service post installation for the occasional question/tweak over the last 2 years! I call them the dream team for home technology installations!"
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Sola De Vega Landscaping
4.6(
12
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessDeck or Porch - Repair

Serving Petaluma, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would very highly recommend Sola de Vega. They removed our old grass and some soil, sprayed the area with an herbicide to prevent unwanted grasses from returning, installed a gopher/mole guard, replaced the sprinkler heads, and installed new topsoil and sod. Saul was very quick to respond to our request for a bid and was very reasonable in his estimate and final costs for the project. I can't speak highly enough to characterize his professionalism, rapid follow-up to our questions and concerns, and great communication and friendly demeanor. The project was completed on time, including installation and clean-up, and the results were beautiful."
First phase of installation
90 % finished
finishing touches
The start of the project
digging old dry creek

+21

Response time6 hrs
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%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.

No rules state how much of a load-bearing wall can be removed. Rather, you need to adequately support any area that is removed. Support should always be added to as much wall area is being removed. Failing to support the area properly will result in structural damage.

If you remove a load-bearing wall to create an entrance to a carport or covered patio, you can expect to pay between $3,200 and $9,500, with an average cost of $6,400. Factors such as the type of addition and if that area needs additional work will add to the price.

Yes, a 2x6 should hold a porch swing and safely support the load. A smaller joist runs the risk of it not offering enough support for the swing. If you have a joist smaller than 2x6, add additional bolstering support.

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

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