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Avatar for Summit Deck Doctor
Summit Deck Doctor
4.8(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rupert and Michael just completed staining and sealing our very complicated deck/pergola project and did a masterful job. Their communication was prompt, every appointment was on time and their knowledge and craftsmanship was evident from start to finish. We especially appreciated their attention to detail and their care in protecting the surrounding detail of our 1906 home. Our finished deck is beautiful!"
Before handrails.
Deck build above creek.
Honey teak color. Morgan Hill.
Deck and arbor staining
Cabot solid stains

+416

Response time10 hrs
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Eds Roof Cleaning and Handyman Service
5.0(
25
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Deck or Porch - RepairWindow Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ed was very professional from start to finish. He did various jobs including roof cleaning, painting, fence repair and pressure washing. Very good quality work with attention to detail. I highly recommend Ed and will use him again in the future."
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+37

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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S.C. Home Repair
4.8(
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My new kitchen floor is beautiful! Josh was prompt with his responses, on-time, efficient, and did a wonderful job installing my kitchen floor. He made sure I had everything I needed for the job, the quote was very reasonable, he even hauled away all of the garbage. Highly recommend!"
Handyman Services Project
Kitchen Floor, cabinets appliances.
Carpentry, handrails and decks.
Widened closet opening and replaced doors. Added trim around windows and new Luxury Vinyl Plank flooring
Remodeling - General Project

+136

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
LEES PRO BUILDER
4.6(
47
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1989

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired LEES PRO BUILDER to install a structural header, and they did an outstanding job. The work was completed quickly, and the quality was excellent. The installation was clean, precise, and professionally done. The team was punctual, efficient, and communicated clearly throughout the project. Everything was completed as promised, and the finished result exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend LEES PRO BUILDER for anyone looking for reliable, high-quality construction work."
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+8

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Gillen Construction LLC
5.0(
9
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Gillen Construction did a great job repairing areas of redwood siding and trim, including removal, cutting new siding boards to match the existing siding, priming and painting. They did several other projects for us as well which I have posted separately. Everything looks great. ."
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

The cost to install a bow window can range from $1,500 to $15,000, with a national average of $3,900. The total price includes materials, which can cost between $1,200 and over $14,000, and labor, which typically adds $300 to $1,900. Several factors influence the final cost, including the window's size and frame material. For example, vinyl frames are the most budget-friendly option, while wood frames are more expensive. Custom features or energy-efficient upgrades will also increase the price. For comparison, a bay window installation typically costs between $1,000 and $7,000.

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.

The average cost of DIY window framing is about $40 to $60 in materials. If you hire a window treatment professional, you’ll pay for materials plus labor costs—anywhere from $250 to $800 per window. The final cost is highly dependent on the window size, as larger windows are heavier and more difficult to install, as well as the type of window framing material.

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

Yes, a one-story house can have a load-bearing wall. The load-bearing walls in a single-story home are usually the exterior walls. If the house has a basement with exposed walls, the arrangement of the beams can help indicate what walls are load-bearing.

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