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San Diego Custom Carpentry
4.6(
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Serving Solana Beach, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Zach did a great job building new doors for our kitchen cabinets. His work is clearly that of an expert carpenter. We are so thankful we found him and were able to get new amazing doors to finish out kitchen."
Family Room Wall Unit
Game Room Cabinetry
Built-in Office Nook
Wall Unit Bookshelf
Entry Way Storage Bench

+28

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Quality Renovation Solutions
4.8(
65
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Serving Solana Beach, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I couldnâ t have found a more talented, experienced, professional, always on time contractor & crew to remodel my 1926 bathroom, install pullout drawers in my kitchen pantry, & fix some cabinet doors. He listened to my ideas, and now I have my dream bathroom with Mexican tile. Quality Renovations also installed a new door & frame to accommodate my wheelchair. I was so impressed with there craftsmanship I had them do numerous smaller jobs, like a door & door frame & floor that had leaked when we last had heavy rain. They will definitely be my first choice to do any future remodeling. They are a joy to work with ( my lab agrees). I highly recommend Quality Renovation Solutions."
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel

+111

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Level Up Contracting Inc
4.7(
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Serving Solana Beach, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did a great job. They rebuilt my closet, hung curtain rods, fixed a kitchen cabinet and drawers as well as a few other small projects. It was very reasonably priced and done quickly. I would definitely hire again."
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+50

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Vobiscum Construction Inc
5.0(
8
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Serving Solana Beach, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I highly recommend Vobiscum Construction Inc for any home improvements you need done. Leo, Marco and the whole team with Vobiscum were excellent. They were attentive and easy to coordinate with through the entire process. They finished the project quickly and seamlessly, I’m so impressed. I had quite a large project on my single story home that needed completion (urgent frame and truss repair, roof replacement, fascia replacement and more). The roof and carpentry work came out beautiful, the pictures don’t do it justice. I no longer have to worry about a leaking roof or failing structure. I can’t thank them enough for their help and for giving me peace of mind. Thank you Vobiscum and your team!"
Response time30 mins
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Fausto Construction
5.0(
98
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Serving Solana Beach, 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
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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BATCO CARPENTRY
5.0(
8
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Serving Solana Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"I hired Brett with BATCO to build two separate decks for my Airbnb properties. He arrived on time, and even though he bid me a certain number, the second deck took less time than expected and I ended up paying less than I was quoted. Brett did an outstanding job and I couldn’t have been more pleased with the outcome given the decks are exposed to heavy weather conditions like rain and snow. You can tell Brett is a professional and knows what he’s doing. It’s always comforting knowing you have a contractor who’s legit, licensed+insured. Couldn’t recommend BATCO more."
Deck and cable railing
Deck
Deck
Deck handrail and pergila
Patio cover

+6

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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PREMIER & PRECISE CONTRACTING INC
4.4(
8
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Serving Solana Beach, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Clean and neat. Complete job done with care. 2 decks replaced for safety concerns. Beautiful solution using wire. From quote to completion easy to work with."
Various Jobs
Gazebo
New sliding door (R.O change)
Gazebo
Kitchen Expansion

+25

Response time3 days
57 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by14%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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 cost to convert a carport into a garage averages about $22,000, ranging from about $15,000 and $55,000. Additional cost factors to consider include size, time of year, and how much of the carport you can reuse. Other cost factors include the kinds and amounts of materials used, such as:

  • Add insulation: $1 per square foot

  • Add drywall: $1–$3 per square foot

  • Add window: $450–$2,000 per window

  • Add outlets: $75–$500

  • Add garage door: $250–$11,200

  • Enclose framing: $5–$13 per square foot

  • Replace roofing: $1,000–$2,000

When deciding whether to use nails or screws for framing, the specific needs of the project must be taken into account. Nails have long been the go-to option for framing due to their affordability, ease of installation, and ability to withstand shear forces. They are perfect for structural framing projects where fast assembly is essential. In contrast, screws offer exceptional holding power and are particularly useful in situations requiring increased strength and resistance to pull-out forces. For projects that prioritize accuracy and long-lasting quality, screws may be the preferred option, though nails remain a dependable and efficient choice.

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