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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

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.

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.

Removing a load-bearing wall is best handled by professionals. However, if you have the skill set and decide to DIY the project, you will still need at least one additional person to assist you. Aside from helping with demolition, you'll need another hand to install the new support beam.

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

Most of the time, you’ll want to use screws on your subfloor rather than nails. Nails can actually weaken plywood, whereas screws can easily penetrate without damage. They also form a more secure connection because of their shape, preventing squeaky floors and tightly holding the subfloor in place. That said, some contractors do prefer nails depending on the type of floor covering because they allow for more flexibility.

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