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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

"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
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+16

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Home Care and Repair
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
Avatar for Carroll Building Solutions, Inc.
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

"After 2 months that Joe and his sraff replaced 2 facia panels, the wooden panel showed signs of crackes. His staff came and replaced one of the panels, 6 feets, free of charge. They were very efficient and profeciaonal and they perfomrd good job in the second time. I recommend Joe and his staff for any wood frame work."
Outdoor BBQ cover
Outdoor BBQ
Stone around BBQ finished
Stone BBQ
Stone BBQ

+93

Response time2 days
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
Avatar for Jonathan Kim Design
Jonathan Kim Design
4.9(
249
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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
222 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Guilco Handyman
5.0(
77
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Serving Torrance, 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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Additional Photos

+24

Response time30 mins
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by44%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
2 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

"David, at CA Cabinets was great, he and his installers showed on time, they were carful to be neat and clean up after the job was done. We had 5 custom windows and a patio sliding door with a doggie door built in, very cool for my dog Max! They addressed any question that my wife or I had on the spot, great Quality & Service!!"
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

Approved

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
5 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

"Ulises was good with communication. He was on time, professional, kind, gave good suggestions. He fixed my kitchen drawer and made a baseboard where one was missing. He was neat n clean too. Definitely would hire again."
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

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.

Professionals charge between $60 and $95 per hour to install ornamental porch columns. The amount of time they need varies based on the condition of the porch, whether they need to remove old columns, and if there is any damage to your porch's structure. This cost can increase if more issues come up during the installation process.

Most Cape Cod houses are two stories tall at the peak, although they’re considered one-and-a-half stories tall because the steep roof pitch cuts off a portion of the living space on the second story. Unless you raise the roof on your Cape Cod house to add a dormer, the interior rooms upstairs will lose some usable living space to the sloped ceilings.

Enhances property value, ensures safety, and provides a sound basis for future construction.

There are a few easy ways to locate a wall stud without a stud finder. First, try knocking on the wall with your knuckles. Most parts of the wall will sound hollow, but when you tap over a stud, it will sound more solid. Alternatively, since studs are spaced 16 or 24 inches apart, you can measure those distances from a corner of the room, which will always have a stud.

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