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Avatar for BE HOME REMODELING INC
BE HOME REMODELING INC
4.9(
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Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Job was completed per request. After we pointed out our concerns, they worked with us to completion. It took slightly longer to complete, but it was well worth the wait. Many other contractors would probably walk and not address any concerns, but BeHome finished. I would strongly recommend BeHome to do your job. They are professional and friendly."
full house remodeling
full house remodeling
full house remodeling
full house remodeling
full house remodeling

+31

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
646 neighbors recently requested a quote
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EA Home Builders, Inc.
4.8(
23
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Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After meeting with around 10 contractors, I decided to go with EA Homebuilders. Eric seemed honest and willing to do our remodeling the way we wanted it done. Great decision. Eric, Hector and crew were courteous and finished the job in the time they said it would be done, less than a month. We love our new bath/ shower. Highly recommend and would use again."
Modern kitchen in concord
Modern kitchen in concord
Modern kitchen in concord
Modern kitchen in concord
Modern kitchen in concord

+49

Response time5 hrs
Response rate99%
174 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bay Easy Construction
4.3(
154
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Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are very happy with this company. They have done some work at our townhouse and we are definitely hiring them for any other future renovations. It is so difficult to find a contractor you can trust and when we met Ofer, we are very pleased. He is easy to talk to and he listened to what we want to get done and worked with our budget."
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+13

Response time10 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Ceres Construction
Ceres Construction
5.0(
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Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

Customers say: True professional

"Adrian can do anything & do it flawlessly. He is not only a great contractor & artisan, but a good human. His prices are fair & he is very committed to doing a good job. I hire Adrian to do everything my home needs & I highly recommend him."
Structural beam and layout modification
Remodeling - General Project
building new partition wall
Remodeling - General Project
Kitchen remodeling

+22

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Build Atlas
5.0(
13
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Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"STOP if you are wondering who to hire, think no further because Leonel is for you! Our project was to takeover the work of a previous contractor, Leonel stepped in and boy did he come through...taking on a project that was pulled apart by someone else is hard enough but taking on one such as the magnitude of ours and completing it early goes to show what an incredible craftsman Leonel is. He was very articulate in making sure he was on track and following the guidelines, he communicated daily with arrival times and any access or requirements he might need. The quality of his work is superior, everything looks wonderful and its all thanks to Leonel."
Updated Tile Flooring
Updated Vanity & Fixtures
Added Shelving & Accessories
Newly updated kitchen
Outdated Kitchen

+19

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.6(
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Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Throughout our project, their general construction services were consistently professional and reliable. They managed every detail flawlessly, ensuring a smooth and efficient process from start to finish."
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by18%of homeowners
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Lerma's 5A Construction
5.0(
8
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Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired another contractor who made me a disaster for not following the plans and someone recommended me to Lerma's construction who reconstructed everything again fixing all the damages and finishing my project which was fascinated with the results, they are very professional in what they do, responsible and transparent throughout the process, I would not think about hiring this company again!"
Front wood french door installation
Room floor installation
Front wood french door installation
Room floor installation
Room floor installation

+19

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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JD Mathew Construction Inc
4.8(
7
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Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jeff and his crew did a beautiful job on my major home repair. He replaced almost the entire back of my house which had water damage. I no longer worry about the next Atmospheric River. He stood out from the other two contractors that I interviewed. He knows what he’s doing and does quality work with attention to detail. They showed up promptly each morning and always cleaned up before leaving. I also appreciated how he kept me updated on what to expect each day.Call him if you want the job done right the first time."
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by42%of homeowners
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can find ceiling joists using simple tools if a stud finder isn't available.

Using a hammer requires patience and a keen ear. Gently tap the ceiling in a grid pattern, listening for sound changes. A hollow sound indicates space between joists, while a solid, dull thud suggests a joist. Mark the location with a pencil and confirm by tapping from different angles.

Alternatively, you can use a nail, but this method will leave small holes. You'll feel increased resistance when the nail hits a joist. Mark the spot and repeat the process every 16 or 24 inches to map the joist locations. This method is considered less reliable than using a stud finder.

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.

For a professional carpenter, installing a window seat can take anywhere from a few hours to a few days, depending on some aspects of the project. Aside from building the seat itself, if they have to remove any cabinets, shelves, or baseboards, that will add time to the project.

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.

Framing with metal studs can be significantly faster than using wooden studs, provided you have some experience working with the material. While you can use virtually instant pneumatic nailers with wood, metal requires installing screws. However, because metal is lighter, straighter, usually comes cut-to-length, and doesn't require sorting for the best pieces, you can save significant time using metal instead of wood.

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