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I'll Handle IT
4.7(
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great. I would hire Dave and his associate, Keith, to work on my condo anytime work needs to be done. Great quality, and he did not gouge me on pricing. He is a real professional in the San Diego market."
Dave Pfizenmeier, Owner
Response time2 days
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Quality Renovation Solutions
4.8(
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys are awesome - I originally hired them to fix a water damaged outdoor deck floor, but I ended up hiring them to fix many other things (replacing custom window glass and repairing frames, the stucco needed repair, a pergola needed update and repair, an outdoor fireplace needed repair, decorative shutters needed replacement â ¦.) Francesco always gave written quotes and was clear on what was to be done. They completed all work on time and obviously take pride in what they do. I would definitely use these guys again - we couldnâ t be happier with the way our house looks now compared to before!"
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel

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Response time10 hrs
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Level Up Contracting Inc
4.7(
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I needed last minute urgent help on a project. Al came out right away and did exceptional and efficient work to get it done. Not only is he excellent at his craft, he was also very pleasant and helpful on this project. Highly recommend and I will hire him again."
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Response time3 days
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Vobiscum Construction Inc
5.0(
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Warranties offered

Offers commercial services

"I highly recommend Vobiscum Construction Inc for any home improvements you need done. Leo, Marco and the whole team with Vobiscum were excellent. They were attentive and easy to coordinate with through the entire process. They finished the project quickly and seamlessly, I’m so impressed. I had quite a large project on my single story home that needed completion (urgent frame and truss repair, roof replacement, fascia replacement and more). The roof and carpentry work came out beautiful, the pictures don’t do it justice. I no longer have to worry about a leaking roof or failing structure. I can’t thank them enough for their help and for giving me peace of mind. Thank you Vobiscum and your team!"
Response time2 hrs
Response rate85%
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Fausto Construction
5.0(
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The best construction company in San Diego, Saul came out to see the project and helped me out with renovation ideas. Very professional, sticked to the time frame he gave me, very clean and overall did an awesome job ! Highly recommended for your next home project!"
Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Green Light Building Services, Inc.
4.2(
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Joel and his team were highly professional; ,worked an unbelievably hard day, were pleasant and courteous, complied with every request, and cleaned up at the end of each day. The quality of their work was superior and my new deck looks great and will stand for many years. I will hire him for my future projects without hesitation."
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate98%
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

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.

Framing most homes takes anywhere between five and eight weeks to complete. You’ll need to account for inclement weather conditions, material shipment times, the number of crew members, and the weight of your materials. If the weather is too hot, wet, or cold for the installation, this process could take closer to eight weeks.

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

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