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Geico Builders
5.0(
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Serving Pilot Hill, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Number one in communications and top attention in details. We worked with Geico Builders to build our addition, ADU and install pavers on the front of the house. Overall the process took us almost one year they were delays from the city of Oakland on approval plans despite that Victor went above and beyond and smooth all process once they got to actual building. He work hard to make progress easy on our addition especially with tough Inspectors. The quality of our new ADU well-built, and the bathroom has a great tile work with precise attention to details. Their price was not the cheapest one but for the amount of time and quality of work it’s very well deserved, we feel like we got good value for the money we paid. We do recommend Geico Builders and especially Victor to all who is looking for quality work."
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 Stunning Deck!
 Stunning Deck!

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Recommended by70%of homeowners
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STAIRVILLE CARPENTRY Inc
4.8(
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Serving Pilot Hill, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Customers say: Quick response

"The customer service that I received was excellent. The quality of the staircase replacement was outstanding. I highly recommend Stairville Carpentry!"
Response time8 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by16%of homeowners
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Tenorio's Construction and Handyman Service
4.8(
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Serving Pilot Hill, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

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"I had two literally rotten bathrooms that were overdue for work. One of the bathrooms had a huge scary hole in the middle. As it turns out, a previous contractor did a sloppy job in several areas that introduced a small leak that eventually rotted the bathroom floors. The Tenorio's group actually had to replace most of the pipes, and floors. At that point, we decided to make the bathrooms completely new. Much better than the previous work years ago. They were highly recommended by a friend who worked with several contractors. I did not rate the price because most other contractors that give a cheaper price may deliver cheaper results. If you need work now, here is your chance to hire them, because once I am ready, I will have them performing more work for me."
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Before and after bathroom remodel
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+9

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Blue Collar Handyman Services
5.0(
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Serving Pilot Hill, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cj has far exceeded our expectations on every job he has done for us! He was able to turn a big hillside of dirt and wasted space into the most beautiful area for a chicken coup and run. Because of his many years of experience with tractors he knew how to do it just right so we have had no issues with erosion. We had Cj come back out recently because we were experiencing drainage issues from where our downspouts are located and the slope of our yard. He dug trenches with his tractor and installed drainage pipes to divert the water away from our house. Once he covered the pipes back up, it looks wonderful and we have not had a single issue. You will not be disappointed if you hire Cj for your job. He is hard working, honest and trustworthy. We look forward to hiring him again!"
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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El Dorado Handyman Services
4.9(
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Serving Pilot Hill, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Derek did an amazing job rebuilding our deck. He is family man with outstanding character and I felt comfortable having in our home. He is a hard worker and good communicator. You are in great hands!"
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+6

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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V B Steel Works
4.8(
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Serving Pilot Hill, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Vince was great. Very nice, efficient and professional. I needed a railing installed quickly on front steps for insurance purposes. He came within of week of calling and it was exactly what I wanted."
Response time10 hrs
Recommended by7%of homeowners
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Macc Construction
5.0(
10
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Serving Pilot Hill, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Customers say: True professional

"Matt, Eric and team were great! they were here when they said they'd be here. Matt checked in almost every day even if he wasn't personally on the build that day. They had a "customer is always right" mentality and didn't penny pinch on change orders. Half way through the job Matt realized that the natural gas fire insert installation was more complex than his team's skills. He immediately sourced a specialized contractor to do that part of the job which gave us all a tremendous amount of confidence. The attention to detail was great and nothing was too big or too small to discuss. We are extremely satisfied with the end product. It looks great!"
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
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Response time2 days
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

Converting a carport into a garage can vary in difficulty depending on its configuration, the condition of the foundation or slab, and its location relative to the house. The process has a lot in common with a home addition, but you can often skip non-essential finishes like fine flooring, trim work, or even drywall and HVAC. The conversion requires experience with drywall, insulation, and other building materials to ensure it’s done safely and correctly. While it might be possible for a DIYer with the proper tools and skills to do the work, it is a complicated and potentially dangerous job. If you’re new to basic construction, it's best to leave this project to the professionals.

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

Bump-out additions can extend anywhere from 2 to 15 feet from an existing room. The right size will depend on how you plan to use the new space. For a cantilever bump-out, which doesn't require additional foundation support, the limit is typically 24 inches (2 feet). If a footing and foundation are part of the project, a bump-out can be much larger, even encompassing a whole room. It's also important to remember that many residential properties have limits on the total house size relative to the lot size.

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.

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