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James Radley Handyman Services
4.6(
8
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Porterville, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Perfect experience. Very knowledgeable. Miscellaneous repairs were done first and I was very pleased. As a result, I had them design and build a beautiful pergola for my back patio. Highly recommended for both small and larger jobs."
Pergola, Plumbing, and Electrical
Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Casa Lam Construction
5.0(
8
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Porterville, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"We had a great experience with this construction company from start to finish. The team was professional, reliable, and communicated clearly throughout the entire project. Their workmanship was excellent, and they paid close attention to every detail. They completed the job on time and left the work area clean and organized. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for quality construction services."
Tile shower
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Alcantar Construction
4.9(
14
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Porterville, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"I hired Alcantar to repaint our 2 story home along with a 12×12 storage building and horse barn. They did an excellent job. Every thing was very pre mapped and totally completed. They also have the ability to provide numerous other services This is a great team who provides outstanding service."
Bathroom Renovation
Exterior Stucco Demo
Exterior Stucco Renovation
Bathroom Renovation
Installed new roof shingles

+10

Response time2 days
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Landmark Energy Upgrades
4.8(
59
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Porterville, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a kitchen remodeling project redone by replacing all the old cabinets in the same cabinet shapes, adding few new cabinets after expanding the kitchen space and adding a window where the stove is, new marble countertops, designed backsplash, under cabinet sink and faucet and few other items including the high efficiency appliances. Everyone that we came across during the work was: a. extremely professional b. knowledgeable about their area of expertise c. on time d. cheerful e. positive attitudes f. helpful when questions arose g. Efficient. This included the designer, manager, Charlie the project manager, installers and sub-contractors. During the remodeling Charlie took a great care about this project and he made sure to keep the rest of the house as clean as possible. All the people that worked at the house on a daily basis, left the work area neat and clean after each day's efforts. It was refreshing to work with this company because they gave us the best respect and attention while listening to all of our comments and questions. In regards to the documents and contract, the office made sure that we will understand each aspect from it even though it was easy to read and understand. We as clients definitely feel that we got what we paid for. We would highly recommend them to anyone."
Cool Roof Install
Energy Upgrade
HVAC Air Duct
Home Energy Audit
Energy Upgrade Contractors

+6

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Valley Home Improvements
4.8(
17
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Porterville, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

"The work went very well. We did a thorough job walk discussing the what we wanted done. Matt made some recommendations to the plan that were very appreciated. The quality of the the work exceeded my expectations and I could not have asked for a better work ethic."
Painting - Interior Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Flooring and plumbing
Baseboards
Plumbing

+204

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ryan's Structural Termite Control
5.0(
10
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Porterville, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I'm a real estate agent, and he is always very well priced. Quality is good, he has a comprehensive scope of work that he completes in his bids. Always responds, and is punctual. I can't think of any issues I've come across, that would need to be critiqued. He is able to inspect as well as complete and advise on repairs needed. I would recommend them to anyone."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ocean Seven Builders
4.6(
68
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Porterville, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The kitchen remodel with Ocean Seven Builders went smoother than we thought it would. Ron stayed involved throughout the process and kept us updated on progress. The quality of the cabinets and flooring is excellent, and the installation looks very precise. Overall, it was a solid experience with a good end result!"
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Unfinished 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.

Building a barndominium means converting a barn into a house. Barndominiums are becoming popular as spacious and stylish alternatives to typical housing structures. Old barns that become houses traditionally consist of wooden construction. However, newer structures, such as pole barns, often contain metal exteriors and roofs. Converting a metal outbuilding into a house presents an excellent opportunity to create a barndominium from metal.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

The primary parts of a house that need framing during construction are floors, exterior walls, interior walls, and the roof. The framing in these areas provides the skeleton for adding other materials over the top. With walls, for example, contractors can hang drywall over the interior walls and siding over the outside of the exterior walls. Proper framing ensures a sturdy house that is built to last.

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.

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