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Top-Rated Carpenters in Sonoma - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Pelayos handyman
Pelayos handyman
5.0(
13
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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%
14 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
Avatar for Creativo, Inc.
Creativo, Inc.
4.4(
104
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Sonoma, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Yes I hired this contractor his price was extremely good far better than three other contractors I spoke to you he sent his workers out they completed the job in record time and with complete cleanup after the job was over I am very very satisfied with this contractor"
Fence
Brand new windows
Commercial Bathroom
Demoliton time
Sample of our work

+34

Response time8 hrs
Response rate92%
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Prime Baja Cali Builders
Prime Baja Cali Builders
5.0(
7
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+1 more

Serving Sonoma, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Javier was totally professional and careful while replacing my 4x4 posts that had dry rotted at the base. He properly supported my patio roof, removed the rotten posts, then replaced them with new pressure treated and sealed posts. He also replaced my rotten deck joists and headers. I would recommend Prime Cali Builders for any new construction or remodeling job."
backsplash kitchen
Kitchen 225
kitchen Dixon 225
kitchen Dixon 225
siding and windows

+8

7 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 FAQs, 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.

To calculate the number of linear feet of baseboard you’ll need, measure the length of each wall of the room you’re installing them in as close to the floor as possible, rounding up to the next full linear foot. If it’s your first DIY molding job, having a few extra feet on hand for miscuts is a good idea.

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.

Yes, a 2x6 should hold a porch swing and safely support the load. A smaller joist runs the risk of it not offering enough support for the swing. If you have a joist smaller than 2x6, add additional bolstering support.

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.

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