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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 Upland, 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%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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 Upland, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Still in process, but so far they have been excellent. We have run into a snag with the job the flooring company (it was NOT done by JB Custom Finish .. Now I wish I had used them) and JB has, and is, doing everything they can to help us through this."
white and black
white and black
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+17

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Jonathan Kim Design
Jonathan Kim Design
4.9(
253
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Upland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

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
199 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Garcia's Home Repair
Garcia's Home Repair
5.0(
20
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Upland, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jaime extended a brick veneer that ran across the front of our house to the front of the garage. He did an amazing job, he made the extension look like as if it was always been there. We were so happy with it, that we had him paint the front door to clean up the look of the house. Highly recommend and will continue to do work with him."
Handyman Services Project
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+6

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bill Light Construction
4.3(
32
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Upland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bill is down to earth, knowledgeable, and professional. He gave us some very good suggestions prior to even starting the job. He and his co worker did a great job in repairing and repainting parts our deck. His pricing was very reasonable. I would definitely hire him again."
Deck Removal and Replace
Deck Removal and Replace
Deck Removal and Replace
Deck Removal and Replace
Deck Removal and Replace

+60

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for My Fine Design Woodwork
My Fine Design Woodwork
4.9(
21
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Closet - Build

Serving Upland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hired Franco for a kitchen cabinet replacement. He did an excellent work, in a very professional manner. We will hire him for additional work - installation of closet sliding doors."
Cabinets
Cabinets
Cabinets
Cabinets
Cabinets

+5

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for The Handy Juan
The Handy Juan
4.9(
17
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Upland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional in and out with the work , makes it look easy , humble very respectable, knowledgeable in like craft ,my go to handyman! "The project was top notch. Not only did they consistently show up on time, but they finished the project early and were willing to reschedule the final walkthrough multiple times to accommodate our schedule. Final project turned out great!""
Pop corn
Pop corn
Prep
Preped
Pop corn

+24

Response time10 hrs
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%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.

There are a variety of second-story deck privacy ideas depending on your budget and aesthetic. For starters, you might consider fencing or tall privacy railing that masks a good portion of the open deck. A pergola or an awning can provide additional cover and shade. Outdoor curtains are an easy way to add or remove privacy at your convenience, plus they’re a wallet-friendly way to decorate your deck.

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

It’s best to use two screws to secure deck boards into every joist. Securing the boards to every joist makes the deck more structurally sound, while using two screws on the outer sides of the boards can help prevent warping and cupping.

Costs depend on desk size, labor, included features like drawers or motorized height adjustments, and required wall anchoring.

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