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Avatar for FIBER-COAT DECK CO
FIBER-COAT DECK CO
4.9(
37
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent. David and his team worked with me throughout the entire process. A received a prompt call from David after my initial inquiry. He answered all my questions and worked with me through the entire process (even when I had changes.) He was prompt and on-time every day and was even ahead of schedule with my specific time-frame for a big deck. He's a hard worker with attention to detail and exceeded my expectations. From my experience and interactions, he has a lot of integrity. David was accommodating through some of my changes mid-stream and was a pleasure to work with. After reading reviews from others, I can say that I was not disappointed. I would not hesitate to hire Fiber-Coat Deck Co. again for my next project and would recommend them to my friends. Thank you, David. A job well done. The deck looks awesome Work done: remove asphalt shingles, clean up and secure existing nails, lay down and screw in T&G plywood, install multi-layer deck coating (metal lathe, concrete overlay, fiberglass coating, fiberglass sheets, resin, texture, final deck coating/color)."
Deck Maintenance Project
Deck Maintenance Project
Deck Maintenance Project
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+16

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Larry's Custom Furniture
Larry's Custom Furniture
4.7(
48
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"AMAZING!!! Larry did a beautiful job building and installing custom wood valences to conceal motorized blinds for our home in Santa Monica. I gave Larry a sample and for a reasonable price he crafted 2 exact copies, including flawless paint application. He also did a perfect no-hassle installation which completed the finished look in our living room, kitchen and master bedroom. I was unable to find anyone else who even wanted to do this job. I now can't imagine trusting anyone other than Larry with my quality home projects. Do yourself a favor and hire Larry immediately!"
custom made sofa and ottoman
custom made table and recovered existing chairs
custom made bedroom oversized chair and ottoman
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+29

Response time5 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for BEVINETTO CONSTRUCTION, INC.
BEVINETTO CONSTRUCTION, INC.
4.6(
55
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Deck or Porch - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - RepairCarpentry Framing - Repair+5 more

Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Significant water damage repairs to window frame, interior and external walls and roof. Easy estimate process with prompt scheduling of work. On time, friendly and conscientious team members. Excellent work product and result at a fair price. Will hire for additional projects. Highly recommend."
Response time1 day
61 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Avatar for Felipe Handyman Services
Felipe Handyman Services
4.8(
138
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fantastic! Felipe and his two man crew showed up on time, got to work and creatively overcame the kinds of unique challenges in a 100 year old building, on both projects, e.g., the front door had metal framing that had to be replaced; the pocket doors’ slider and molding were non-standard so replacements had to be adjusted to accommodate the old school sliding door. They focused on the work, finished early and were able to take on additional small projects at a reasonable price."
Bathroom Remodel
Kitchen Remodel 3
Kitchen Remodel 2
Bathroom Remodel 2
Kitchen Remodel

+177

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
CA Cabinets, Inc.
5.0(
22
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"David and Sam were very helpful and knowledgeable from start to finish. It was a large kitchen/bathroom remodel in an older house that also included a partial remodel on a third bathroom to install new plumbing and electrical for a washer and dryer. They started with a 3D CAD model of the kitchen done by their designer with input from me and then followed it exactly. The finished project was beautiful and looked even better than the drawings. There were several big challenges along the way including lowering the kitchen floor and also removing a load-bearing wall which required an architect and an engineer for city approval. They had all the contacts needed and I didn't have to go out and look for them myself. They also got all needed permits and approvals and were there for all inspections. Whenever a particular part of the project wasn't quite what I expected they cheerfully redid it until I was happy. They even fixed some problems that were caused previously by other contractors during an earlier remodel. David went to the tile store with me and was available anytime I had questions on appliances and fixtures. Sam, who was in charge of the structural work, was knowledgeable in every area of construction and personally did the trickiest framing and bracing work himself to make sure it was done right. Even though the project is done they come by whenever I have a question or see something that needs a minor adjustment. They are easy to reach, always cheerful, and never avoid me or leave me hanging. They were even flexible on the pricing and gave me different options depending on my available budget. I'm going to do a bathroom addition in a few years and am planning on using them for that."
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for DT Design and Build, Inc.
DT Design and Build, Inc.
4.7(
81
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We couldn't be happier with the home building services provided by Tal and his team. Their commitment to quality and customer satisfaction is unmatched. If you're looking to build your dream home, look no further!"
New house
New house
Bathroom
Livingroom
Bathroom

+43

Response time9 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

When hanging a door frame, it’s recommended that you use screws, not nails. Screws are more secure, easier to tighten, and easier to remove if you need to adjust the frame. On average, the cost to replace a door frame is about $400, but you can save on labor costs if you’re confident in your ability to DIY the project. 

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.

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.

The best way to calculate framing costs is by basing your costs on the square footage of your home. On average, framing your home could cost anywhere between $7 and $16 per square foot. 

To ensure you don’t go over budget, base your estimates on the higher end of the price range. If you know you’re going to use high-end materials or require a custom or complex build, you might even want to tack on an additional 5% of your budget.

While framing a basement is not as difficult as finishing a basement, it's something you should typically leave to the pros. That’s because if something is installed correctly, it will affect your entire basement. However, you can take care of some of the smaller tasks, like filling holes or putting up some insulation.

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