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Avatar for Cal Preserving
Cal Preserving
4.7(
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Serving Petaluma, CA and surrounding areas

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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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29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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S.C. Home Repair
4.8(
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Serving Petaluma, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"josh was above excellent in all that he repaired at pur house knowledge base on everything we needed done was amazing he kept us informed throughout the entire time he spent completing the repairs great personality and could repair anything we asked of him we will use him everytime we need repairs moving forward would highly rate his overall abilities and excellent repairs as exceptional"
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
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JA Mejia Construction
5.0(
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Serving Petaluma, CA and surrounding areas

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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
Response rate86%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Maldonado Jessy Construction
4.3(
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Serving Petaluma, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Such a great team, I reached out to Maldonado Jessy Construction and was very respectful, kind and helpful for my full bathroom-remodel. We truly are thankful for him to help us with a big project and others as well. The job was done very efficiently and timely."
Maldonado Jessy Construction
Maldonado Jessy Construction
Maldonado Jessy Construction
Maldonado Jessy Construction
Maldonado Jessy Construction

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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Pelayos handyman
5.0(
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Serving Petaluma, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Enrique and his team tackled a number of small to medium size projects from painting to door frame repair to drywall removal and replacement. The team was on time each day and ensured that the days task list was completed before leaving for the day. They ensured the work areas were organized and cleaned after each day. They were professional, easy to work with and their pricing was competitive. Would highly recommend them for any general construction or handyman projects you have."
Response time5 days
Response rate100%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Creativo, Inc.
4.3(
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Serving Petaluma, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

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Emergency services offered

"Yes I hired this contractor his price was extremely good far better than three other contractors I spoke to you he sent his workers out they completed the job in record time and with complete cleanup after the job was over I am very very satisfied with this contractor"
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Brand new windows
Commercial Bathroom
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Sample of our work

+34

Response time8 hrs
Response rate92%
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Vertex Maintenance Services Inc
5.0(
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Serving Petaluma, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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Emergency services offered

"Vertex has completed more than one project for me but I especially want to mention the amazing job they did replacing the siding on my home. The whole process was smooth, communication was great and they kept everything clean from start to finish. I’m very happy with the results and would definitely recommend them!"
Siding Installation
Residential Siding
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Shade Shop
4.5(
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Serving Petaluma, CA and surrounding areas

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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!"
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Duration varies by project size, but average-sized homes typically take a weeks.

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.

When deciding whether to use nails or screws for framing, the specific needs of the project must be taken into account. Nails have long been the go-to option for framing due to their affordability, ease of installation, and ability to withstand shear forces. They are perfect for structural framing projects where fast assembly is essential. In contrast, screws offer exceptional holding power and are particularly useful in situations requiring increased strength and resistance to pull-out forces. For projects that prioritize accuracy and long-lasting quality, screws may be the preferred option, though nails remain a dependable and efficient choice.

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

Professionals ensure precise alignment and durability, critical for structural integrity.

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