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Avatar for BATCO CARPENTRY
BATCO CARPENTRY
5.0(
9
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Brett at Batco Carpentry was great. Our homeowners insurance said we had to get a railing added to our front steps. We weren’t happy about this and were not eager to do it, but we ended up really liking how the work Brett did looks. We liked it so much that we ended up hiring him to do another small carpentry job in our yard. He was responsive, professional, and did a great job."
Deck and cable railing
Deck
Deck
Deck handrail and pergila
Patio cover

+6

Response time20 mins
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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I'll Handle IT
4.7(
274
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"If I could give I'll Handle It ten stars, I would! I hired Dave, the owner, to tear down my old fence and build me a new one. The proposal price was right in line with what I was expecting and I chose I'll Handle It over the others that I interviewed because of how Dave really listened to what I wanted and although offered suggestions didn't try to push me otherwise. Dave's expertise really became apparent when a snag appeared in the installation because of how the old fence had been installed over a concrete block retaining wall. A masonry person needed to be called in to fix the problem and Dave was able to get him to come over to look at it that same day and the extra cost was right in line with what I was expecting. The masonry repair was completed the next day and Dave finished up constructing my new fence the day after that. This masonry problem really created a problem for Dave because he is very busy and had to move some other work around that he had scheduled for other people. But through it all, he was friendly and solution oriented, and very concerned that my fence was built the way I wanted it. The new fence is fantastic!! I highly recommend Dave and I'll Handle It. Give him a call at 858-449-4598 or send a message on his website at illhandleitsd.com/reques…"
Dave Pfizenmeier, Owner
Response time2 days
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JJT Carpentry
5.0(
5
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - Install

Serving Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

JJT Carpentry is a licensed, bonded, and insured carpentry and construction company proudly serving Ramona and San Diego County. We specialize in residential construction, remodels, and outdoor living projects, delivering high-quality craftsmanship with dependable service and clear communication.\n\n\n\nOur services include custom decks (redwood and composite), patio covers, pergolas, framing, siding, fascia, outdoor living spaces, ADUs, remodels, and general carpentry. Whether it’s a small repair or a full build, we approach every project with precision, organization, and respect for your home and property.\n\nHomeowners choose JJT Carpentry for our attention to detail, honest pricing, and pride in workmanship. We show up on time, stay on schedule, and build projects that are made to last.\n\n\n\n📍 Serving Ramona & San Diego County\n\n📄 License #1120213

San Diego, ADU
Garage Framing
Octagon Home
San Diego Framing
Custom Deck Build

+52

28 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Fausto Construction
5.0(
98
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Santee, 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
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Level Up Contracting Inc
4.7(
278
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Al and his assistant installed two window air conditioning units in windows that another installer said could not be done. The other installer from TaskR installed one of the units in a non-preferred window and left quite a mess, including crooked drill holes in my wooded sills. (My place is 105 years old, but my window sills have metal frames and modern windows.) Al and his assistant’s work was perfection! I was so pleased, I have already referred Al to 2 neighbors. Al is great at communication, very pleasant to work with, and honest. They cleaned up everything and offered to take the boxes and packing materials out to my bins. This was a relatively small job, but worth the money. Al charges a 2-hour minimum, which is more than fair. I will hire Al again and continuing recommending him and his team."
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+50

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
California General Contractors
4.8(
27
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Carpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair

Serving Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"California General Contractors did a great job at my home framing repairs in my bathroom. Richard did good high quality work, he did the job the right way and was easy to work with. Iâ m very happy with the framing work and will use them again for future projects!"
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Anderson's Finish Carpentry
4.0(
24
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Deck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"Trustworthy. Reliable. Professional. Great Communication. Beautiful Transformation. Integrity. Honest. Very Reasonably Priced. Daniel Anderson of Anderson's Finish Carpentry is a highly skilled professional. He is a man of his word. He arrives early and finished the job on time. He left the worksite immaculately clean every evening. He is an excellent communicator; he kept me informed about the progress daily. He charged a very reasonable price and did even more than he was paid for, extra details make such a difference. He went above and beyond! He does the work himself and when he has an assistant, he supervised carefully. His name is on the work and he sees to it that every aspect of the job is done correctly and to my satisfaction. Daniel transformed our old dangerous disaster of a deck into a new beautiful place we can safely enjoy with our friends. From now on Daniel Anderson is our "go to guy" for all our woodworking projects and you should make him your guy too!"
Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Classy Closets
4.6(
26
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Closet - Build

Serving Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Classy Closets was recommended to us by the company that remodeled our master bathroom. Sean Ireland brought samples and photos to our home to help us decide what type of installation we wanted in our closet. He took measurements and then provided a couple of different sets of CAD drawings for us to choose from. He provided updates to the drawings in a timely manner and helped us to make cost-effective choices. Sean worked with us to schedule the installation to coordinate with the work in our closet. The installers arrived promptly and completed the job as scheduled. The resulting closet is beautiful. The workmanship is excellent. Our closet is oddly shaped and all the cuts/carpentry fits exactly. The drawers and doors operate beautifully and the aesthetic is just what we wanted."
Wood Doors
Storage & Bookshelves
Sico Wall bed
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+1

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
California Stair
4.7(
37
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Rob was amazing to work with from the design concept to taking the time to get the wood stain exactly right. The craftsmanship was excellent and he worked within the promised time frame. Our 1970s stair railings were removed and replaced with a beautiful iron and wood that have updated our home. He cleaned up everyday leaving the work are free of debris I highly recommend California Stair and Millworker."
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Joists do distribute their load to beams, but they don’t sit on top of the beams. Instead, home builders nail or screw the joists directly to the beams such that the end of the joist butts up against the edge of the beam. Beams can sit on other beams for support, but you’ll never see a joist sitting on top of a beam or another joist.

It's possible to turn your carport into a living space, but there are additional factors to address over turning it into a garage. HVAC, plumbing, and electricity won't be optional, and you'll need finished flooring, drywall, trim work, and legal ceiling height, for starters. Also, keep in mind that living space conversions may require upgrading the foundation underneath, and the permits might be more expensive as well.

Yes, walls on the top floor can be load-bearing if stacked on the floor’s foundation.

The primary parts of a house that need framing during construction are floors, exterior walls, interior walls, and the roof. The framing in these areas provides the skeleton for adding other materials over the top. With walls, for example, contractors can hang drywall over the interior walls and siding over the outside of the exterior walls. Proper framing ensures a sturdy house that is built to last.

No rules state how much of a load-bearing wall can be removed. Rather, you need to adequately support any area that is removed. Support should always be added to as much wall area is being removed. Failing to support the area properly will result in structural damage.

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