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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 South Pasadena, 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 South Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Larry’s custom furnishing was amazing! They delivered sooner than promised and the quality pf their work was exceptional!!! I will definitely be needing their services for more furniture in the future!"
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 JB Custom Finish Carpentry
JB Custom Finish Carpentry
4.9(
7
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving South Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Jesse did a good job, but he forgot to tighten all the feet to the spindels. I texted him, but he never responded. I probably shouldn't have paid until I inspected the entire job. Other than that, the job was done very well."
white and black
white and black
7
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+17

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for S.C. Home Repair
S.C. Home Repair
4.8(
40
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving South Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh helped set up my AC unit . He is very professional and very detail-oriented with his installations. I will definitely call him up again when I need some home repairs/installations done. Very happy with his work!"
Handyman Services Project
Kitchen Floor, cabinets appliances.
Carpentry, handrails and decks.
Widened closet opening and replaced doors. Added trim around windows and new Luxury Vinyl Plank flooring
Remodeling - General Project

+136

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Guilco Handyman
5.0(
82
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving South Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"Hired Guilmar to repair wood rot on the lower part of my door frame and he executed and delivered in the best way possible. He was professional and priced reasonably. He did an excellent job and would definitely recommend his services and would hire again for other projects."
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+24

Response time30 mins
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by41%of homeowners
Avatar for Construction By Maya Inc.
Construction By Maya Inc.
4.8(
16
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving South Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We purchased a house and moved into a home thanks to Construction By Maya. We went from an 800 sq ft outdated bungalow to a 1700 sqf updated home. CBM was efficient, ran on time and on budget. Anyone who has even dabbled with construction in the past knows how rare it is to find someone who will show up, do what they say when they say they will, and see it through to the end. CBM hit every mark, every single time. Not once in our 5 month project did I wonder "when will they get back to me" "where are we holding, are we ok" or "am i getting screwed (which lets be honest it happens more often than you want to admit in this industry)? This is a company that truly understand how painstaking construction is even when everything runs smoothly, and they are with you every step of the way. I come from a family of contractors (they're on the east coast) and no one could believe that we were moved in ahead of schedule and within budget. It Rarely happens! Well with Construction by Maya running your project, you can feel at total ease that you are truly in the best hands possible. Whether your project is a small tiling job or a massive renovation and addition or even a new build give this company a call. You will be so glad you did."
Kitchen island
Living area
Front yard
Front yard
Kitchen

+46

31 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by53%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, 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.

Modern brick houses are really stick-built homes with a brick facade for aesthetic purposes only, so most have framing. With genuine brick construction, most homeowners install furring strips over the interior of the brick and then install drywall over those strips to cover the brick wall, so they don’t have traditional framing.

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.

The cost to install a bow window can range from $1,500 to $15,000, with a national average of $3,900. The total price includes materials, which can cost between $1,200 and over $14,000, and labor, which typically adds $300 to $1,900. Several factors influence the final cost, including the window's size and frame material. For example, vinyl frames are the most budget-friendly option, while wood frames are more expensive. Custom features or energy-efficient upgrades will also increase the price. For comparison, a bay window installation typically costs between $1,000 and $7,000.

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.

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