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Avatar for FIBER-COAT DECK CO
FIBER-COAT DECK CO
4.9(
37
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Serving Torrance, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I'm very happy with the work that I had done as well as the very fair price. David made sure to explain what was happening as he completed the project, and worked with me on the best way to address some issues that were uncovered as the old roof was removed. They showed up exactly when they said they would, and finished right on schedule."
Deck Maintenance Project
Deck Maintenance Project
Deck Maintenance Project
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+16

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Home Care and Repair
5.0(
25
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Serving Torrance, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The repair went off without a hitch, and the repair tech was a professional from start to finish. I would defiantly use Home Care and Repair again and refer then, A+."
Kitchen Refacing and Countertop Installation
Stone Countertops
Bathroom Vanity Installation and Prefabricated Countertop
Cabinet Refinishing
Remodeling - Kitchen

+50

Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Carroll Building Solutions, Inc.
4.7(
87
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Serving Torrance, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The price was fair, the work was performed professionally, and done well. Joe's crew was no-nonsense in it approach to completing the job. I expect to be using Carroll Building Solutions for another project in the future."
Outdoor BBQ cover
Outdoor BBQ
Stone around BBQ finished
Stone BBQ
Stone BBQ

+93

Response time2 days
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
Avatar for Jonathan Kim Design
Jonathan Kim Design
4.9(
247
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Serving Torrance, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jonathan did an amazing job refinishing my tables - I highly recommend him! He is reasonably priced and does quality work and within the time frame he promised."
Dr. Chung project
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New Hope Church
New Hope Church

+67

Response time2 days
216 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for Felipe Handyman Services
Felipe Handyman Services
4.8(
138
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Serving Torrance, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fantastic! Felipe and his two man crew showed up on time, got to work and creatively overcame the kinds of unique challenges in a 100 year old building, on both projects, e.g., the front door had metal framing that had to be replaced; the pocket doors’ slider and molding were non-standard so replacements had to be adjusted to accommodate the old school sliding door. They focused on the work, finished early and were able to take on additional small projects at a reasonable price."
Bathroom Remodel
Kitchen Remodel 3
Kitchen Remodel 2
Bathroom Remodel 2
Kitchen Remodel

+177

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
CA Cabinets, Inc.
5.0(
22
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Serving Torrance, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We did a whole kitchen remodel. David was very knowledgeable and recommended a wall removal which completely changed the look of our kitchen and opened it up. Everyone that worked on the kitchen was very professional and they stuck to their schedule. They were pretty quick getting us back in our kitchen and it turned our beautiful. I absolutely love my kitchen and I am so happy I chose CA Cabinets."
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for HERNANDEZ FRAMING
HERNANDEZ FRAMING
5.0(
10
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Serving Torrance, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I'm very happy with my new deck. Rogelio gave me a very good price and did excellent work, better than I expected. He's a very good guy to do business with and I highly recommend Hernandez Framing company."
Front porch rebuild
Front porch rebuild
Front porch rebuild
Front porch rebuild
Front porch rebuild

+30

Response time7 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by30%of homeowners
Avatar for Evolution Contracting
Evolution Contracting
5.0(
13
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Serving Torrance, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"I recently hired Evolution Contracting for baseboard work in my home, and I couldn't be more satisfied with the results. Ulisses was incredibly quick and attentive to respond from the start. Not only was the craftsmanship excellent, but he is also very personable and easy to approach. It’s a relief to find someone who does great work and is easy to communicate with. I’m very happy with the job he did and will definitely be using him again for future projects!"
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project
Remodeling - General Project
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project

+38

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
Recommended by61%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.

When building a house, it is customary to use 16d nails that measure 3 1/2 inches in length to construct the frame. These nails are crucial in providing the necessary support and stability for structural elements like joists and studs, which ensures a sturdy framework.

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.

Professionals ensure precise alignment and durability, critical for structural integrity.

When choosing a drywall anchor, consider the weight of the object you're hanging and how much weight the anchor will need to support. The heavier the weight, the stronger the anchor you'll need. You’ll find the weight capacity on the packaging when shopping for anchors. 

Also, remember that you can use more than one anchor when hanging something on the wall. If you're using multiple anchors, divide the object weight by the number of anchors to determine how much each will need to support. If you need help deciding which drywall anchor to use, you can hire a handyperson to hang your objects. 

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