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Avatar for FIBER-COAT DECK CO
FIBER-COAT DECK CO
4.9(
37
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Serving Playa Del Rey, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very well done project. David was articulate in explaining what he thought he needed to do. He (they?) removed the tile/grouting from the surface and all the thin-set underneath. I had a lot of rotten plywood that needed to be replaced. He removed all plywood, let the wood joists dry out (1 day) and installed new 5/8" plywood. He applied several coatings to that surface. There was a metal lath, a layer of deckcrete, then acrylic patching over any imperfections. Then a fiberglass mat saturated with laminating resins. Then a knock-down texture coating and lastly a resin sealer finish coat. We chose the color, and it was done in 3 or 4 days. The only problem I encountered was that he didn't have a stucco guy available to patch the several inches of stucco that had to be removed to replace the flashing. In all honestly, he told me that the flashing was probably good and didn't need to be replaced. So that is another job I am now finding a vendor to do. It would've been nice to have the entire job completed by David. He was even willing to work over the Memorial Day weekend to catch up on a day he lost due to rain. That was very diligent of him. (He didn't need to, after all.) If he had had a stucco guy, I'd have rated him 100%. Good work, fast work, nice guy, left the place clean. I would consider him again. Thank you, David."
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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Home Care and Repair
5.0(
25
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Serving Playa Del Rey, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Home Care and Repair’s Jose Pajares did an excellent job in completing the design from a sketch and building my Custom Intertainment Cabinet. The Cabinet was exactly what I wanted and fit perfectly. His crew installed and stained the unit without any problems. I’m very happy with the completed job. I recommend using Home Care and Repair for any Cabinet projects."
Kitchen Refacing and Countertop Installation
Stone Countertops
Bathroom Vanity Installation and Prefabricated Countertop
Cabinet Refinishing
Remodeling - Kitchen

+50

Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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iDeck Construction, Inc.
4.5(
54
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Serving Playa Del Rey, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are so happy with the service we received from Arie and his crew. We hired Arie to repair and waterproof our existing cantilever deck. We also wanted to add a completely new railing. First and foremost, Arie could not be nicer. He was a pleasure to work with from beginning to end. He walked us through the entire process step by step so that we fully understood what the repairs and waterproofing would entail. We originally spoke with Arie in January but ultimately we decided to delay the project because of the pandemic. When we were ready to start the project, we got back in touch with Arie and he was so accommodating. He met every expectation we had. He provided a great price for the entire project and stuck with the original price estimate even though the cost of materials had increased since we received our original estimate. His staff was extremely professional and the deck is absolutely beautiful. They were able to finish their work faster than they anticipated. Before Arie, we rarely used the space because it was in such bad shape and so in need of repair. The new deck has completely transformed our view. Now, we are outside enjoying it all the time, and just looking through the windows outside to the deck is wonderful. We're so grateful that we found iDeck and Arie. I sincerely doubt there is another company out there that can provide the quality, craftsmanship and customer service that Arie and his staff from iDeck provide. We highly recommend iDeck for your project!"
* Decks * Patios * Refinishing * Fences - Los Ange
Simi Valley
Redwood Pergola Rebuild
Deck & Pergola Refinish
Trex Deck & Cable Rail

+144

Response time11 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Jonathan Kim Design
4.9(
247
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Serving Playa Del Rey, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jonathan did an amazing job refinishing my tables - I highly recommend him! He is reasonably priced and does quality work and within the time frame he promised."
Dr. Chung project
Carlyle Resident in Westwood, CA
Carlyle Resident in Westwood, CA
New Hope Church
New Hope Church

+67

Response time2 days
221 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Much Better Construction, Inc.
4.9(
67
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Serving Playa Del Rey, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Much Better built a set of access steps for my hillside garden in Hollywood. They also went through and shored up repaired some old sagging terraces. They did a great job. Owner Isaac is a pleasure to work with and like his builder Luciano really cares about the quality and endurance of the build. Highly recommend."
Bathroom
Bathroom
Bathroom
Bathroom
Bathroom

+46

Response time5 hrs
Response rate88%
49 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Construction By Maya Inc.
5.0(
15
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Serving Playa Del Rey, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We purchased a house and moved into a home thanks to Construction By Maya. We went from an 800 sq ft outdated bungalow to a 1700 sqf updated home. CBM was efficient, ran on time and on budget. Anyone who has even dabbled with construction in the past knows how rare it is to find someone who will show up, do what they say when they say they will, and see it through to the end. CBM hit every mark, every single time. Not once in our 5 month project did I wonder "when will they get back to me" "where are we holding, are we ok" or "am i getting screwed (which lets be honest it happens more often than you want to admit in this industry)? This is a company that truly understand how painstaking construction is even when everything runs smoothly, and they are with you every step of the way. I come from a family of contractors (they're on the east coast) and no one could believe that we were moved in ahead of schedule and within budget. It Rarely happens! Well with Construction by Maya running your project, you can feel at total ease that you are truly in the best hands possible. Whether your project is a small tiling job or a massive renovation and addition or even a new build give this company a call. You will be so glad you did."
Kitchen island
Living area
Front yard
Front yard
Kitchen

+46

39 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by53%of homeowners
Avatar for Felipe Handyman Services
Felipe Handyman Services
4.8(
138
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Serving Playa Del Rey, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Felipe did a really great job on a really challenging project. It was an old front porch that had been enclosed. He demoed a old, very rough concrete slab and replaced it with new concrete / rebar. He helped correct some frame-slippage that had occured over the years prior to his work. He did a great job with some tiling, and a threshhold between another floor I had done. He installed a prehung door and did all of the trim work on on the interior and exterior of the space. The existing conditions of this space made this all very difficult, but I'm so impressed with the results. Felipe's great because he'll brainstorm and problem solve with you, which is especially important for very old houses where the conditions can be unknown at time of starting. His work is really exceptional. The level of craft he brought to this project was really superb. He's also a cool guy, and fun to work with. At this point, once you consider the work done on this project and other projects he's worked on over the past 2 years for my place, he has nearly completely remodeled my house. From now on, I'll basically only ask to hire Felipe."
Bathroom Remodel
Kitchen Remodel 3
Kitchen Remodel 2
Bathroom Remodel 2
Kitchen Remodel

+177

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
CA Cabinets, Inc.
5.0(
22
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Serving Playa Del Rey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"David, at CA Cabinets was great, he and his installers showed on time, they were carful to be neat and clean up after the job was done. We had 5 custom windows and a patio sliding door with a doggie door built in, very cool for my dog Max! They addressed any question that my wife or I had on the spot, great Quality & Service!!"
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

While some highly experienced homeowners can frame a house independently, it is not advisable. You will need ample carpentry experience, a team of helpers, and professionals to sign off on your work to meet local building codes. For the safest outcome, we recommend buying or building a house with the guidance of professionals.

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.

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

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.

You can choose 5/8-inch plywood or 3/4-inch plywood—anything thinner than these sizes may not withstand the impact of debris propelled by strong winds or can be easily torn off by intruders. Remember that the durability of the wood board is crucial, particularly for safeguarding your windows during severe storms. The effectiveness of using wood boards for protecting the investment you made in your home relies on using the appropriate material and ensuring proper installation.

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