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JPC
4.7(
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Closet - Build

Serving Westwood, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Juan did an amazing job with my condo remodel! I would definitely hire him again and recommend him to anyone looking to have remodeling done. He works hard and gets the job done right!"
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
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Cannon General Contracting
5.0(
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairCloset - Build+2 more

Serving Westwood, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I am very happy with the work done by Cannon General Contracting. They showed up when they said they would, did excellent work and kept us informed throughout the project. Everything was completed on time and with great care. It’s hard to find contractors you can truly trust and Scott and his team are definitely one of them! I highly recommend them."
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Ion Builders, Inc.
5.0(
15
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Westwood, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"ION Builders was always in touch with us and arrived on time each day. The workers were very meticulous and clean. They gave us our quote in about a day. They also didn't try to upscale us for a bunch of other things (bbq island etc) like some other companies did. We love our new Deck! We would hire them again in a heartbeat"
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Artificial Grass Project
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+71

Response time7 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arkansas Wood Doors
5.0(
8
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Closet - Build

Serving Westwood, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We love our cabinets! They look fantastic while remaining affordable. The friendly staff at AWD helped us from start to finish. They are very knowledgeable and gave us advice and tips when needed. They were receptive and patient with our ever-changing needs. Once we finalized our purchase, we received our cabinets within two weeks! The cabinets are very sturdy and the color is beautiful. The hinges and hardware are high quality. We are extremely pleased with AWD and would recommend them to any friends or family looking for good cabinets at a fair price."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Homemade Design
3.7(
322
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Westwood, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"The man I talked to was very professional and timely. However, he explained that this particular job was beyond the scope of what their company does. I would certainly use them on another 'issue'.
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Removing a load-bearing wall is best handled by professionals. However, if you have the skill set and decide to DIY the project, you will still need at least one additional person to assist you. Aside from helping with demolition, you'll need another hand to install the new support beam.

You can enclose an open carport, however, there are several things to consider before opting to do so. You'll want to check local building codes and permit requirements before proceeding to make sure it’s legal. While you can sometimes stick-frame a carport enclosure, pre-fab kits are also available. Remember that you'll likely need to meet concrete slab regulations and provide lighting inside the structure. Both of which could substantially drive up costs.

Most load-bearing walls are exterior, though they can also be interior.

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.

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

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