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Robert Almekinder Construction Company
3.8(
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Serving Santa Maria, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"This contractor is great! He works very hard, always pleasant and responsive. He keeps the work area tidy and has been very careful with our landscaping. The deck project is shaping up fast and he has made some construction suggestions that are valuable. I would definitely hire him again and would have no hesitation recommending Robert Almekinder Construction to our neighbors and friends."
Concrete Patio
Concrete Patio
Outdoor concrete patio
Custom Bench
Project Custom Bench

+12

Response time8 hrs
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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People 1st Solution's LLC - License Not Yet Provided
5.0(
5
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Serving Santa Maria, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend Keigh for any home maintenance or improvement projects. He helped us with a wide range of tasks—from landscaping and power washing the house to assembling furniture and handling various odd jobs around the home. He was always punctual, professional, and incredibly trustworthy. What impressed me most was how efficiently he worked; I only had to explain each task once, and he got it done right the first time. His attention to detail and reliability made the whole process smooth and stress-free."
Pet Enclosure
Exterior Door
Response time1 day
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Sentri Homes
2.8(
36
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Serving Santa Maria, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Found Sentri on Angi. Jeanette and Violet were very pleasant and efficient in getting a contractor to me in the time frame needed. The contractor was excellent and the roof looks great! I would definitely work with them again if I had additional projects."
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ICC
New to Angi

Serving Santa Maria, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. Our top priority is customer satisfaction and will go the extra mile. We are experts in our trade and will work with you from conception to competition. We strive in making all clients, repeat clients.\n\nCall us today you’ll be relieved you did. Thank you\n

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IRIS CONSTRUCTION
New to Angi

Serving Santa Maria, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

With over 25 years of experience in the construction industry, we are the service professionals you need to take care of your home or business. We handle all types of remodeling projects. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give IRIS CONSTRUCTION A call today, we look forward to working with you!

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Javier Vasquez Plastering Flooring & Decking, Inc.
New to Angi

Serving Santa Maria, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Javier Vasquez Plastering Flooring & Decking, Inc., We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness, and the superior customer service that we provide on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed, there will be no question on who to call. Give us a call today so we can answer all of your questions. Satisfaction is guaranteed!

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

A cross brace for a fence gate should stretch from the top corner of the gate’s hinge side to the bottom corner of its latch side at a 45-degree angle to the bottom of the gate. This positioning distributes the bulk of the gate’s weight to the base of the post, taking pressure off the top hinge.

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.

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

The cost to frame a 2,000-square-foot house can fall anywhere between $14,000 and $32,000. This price can increase or decrease depending on what type of framing you choose, the quality of the materials, the project's complexity, and whether you decide to hire a professional to do the job.

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