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Avatar for B&W Handyman
B&W Handyman
4.9(
82
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Sonoma, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"He did a great job, put a falling apart door handle on a custom door together and it was back working good as new. I would recommend him again for help with home repairs. Smart, fast, and efficient. Nice and polite. Good guy."
2023 award
Extended Porch
Roof Repair
Gazebo Build & installation
Window Repair

+456

Response time1 day
Response rate99%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Maldonado Jessy Construction
Maldonado Jessy Construction
4.3(
60
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair+2 more

Serving Sonoma, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Outstanding service from start to end. Excellent estimating. On time arrival and completion. Superb professional workman skills: drywall, painting, carpentry, fireplace upgrade, fine wood finish. marble, electrical. Very neat and tidy. Personable workers. A joy to have around. 100% + satisfaction all around."
Maldonado Jessy Construction
Maldonado Jessy Construction
Maldonado Jessy Construction
Maldonado Jessy Construction
Maldonado Jessy Construction

+25

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Pelayos handyman
5.0(
9
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Sonoma, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Enrique and Alex did a great job adding cabinets and countertops and multiple small jobs at my house. They are they are professional and reliable and did an amazing job and reasonable pricing."
Response time5 days
Response rate100%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Creativo, Inc.
4.3(
102
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Sonoma, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Creativo team was all around wonderful to work with. They were punctual, starting and completing the project in a appreciated time frame for the project size. As items requiring changes to the scope appeared, they were accommodating and quick to provide an estimate and complete with the project schedule in mind. As for the craftsmanship, the attention to detail and effort made to make our deck a beautiful space was really appreciated. These guys are great to work with and hit it out of the park! Thanks!"
Fence
Brand new windows
Commercial Bathroom
Demoliton time
Sample of our work

+34

Response time8 hrs
Response rate92%
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Vertex Maintenance Services Inc
5.0(
6
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Sonoma, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Vertex has completed more than one project for me but I especially want to mention the amazing job they did replacing the siding on my home. The whole process was smooth, communication was great and they kept everything clean from start to finish. I’m very happy with the results and would definitely recommend them!"
Siding Installation
Residential Siding
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
SGB Inc.
5.0(
6
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Deck or Porch - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Sonoma, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The team was amazing! We had an old deck in our backyard and we hired Palm Construction to replace and extend it and they did a great work! The job was done in less than 2 weeks, Communication was great, they cared about the backyard and plants and we are so happy itâ s all ready just before summer. Highly recommended!!"
Response time2 days
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Learning how to frame a house includes picking the right lumber for the job. Most people will want to pick pine, spruce, or fir for the framing. These types of lumber are affordable and produce sturdy framing for structures. Look for kiln-dried lumber to reduce the risk of shrinkage or insect damage after installation. As part of what’s included in framing a house when you hire a professional, the contractor should order the lumber, so you don’t have to worry about finding the right lumber.

You may need a permit to install your window seat. Even though it's an indoor modification, some municipalities require permits for any built-ins added to homes. Check with your carpenter or, if you're DIY-ing, do some research on your city's requirements.

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.

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.

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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