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JPC
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Serving Westwood, CA and surrounding areas

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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
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Cannon General Contracting
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Serving Westwood, CA and surrounding areas

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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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Clear Horizon Home Solutions, Inc.
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Serving Westwood, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

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"Luis, did a wonderful job installing a retaining wall, pavers, laying sod and river rock edging for us. We are very satisfied with how lovely everything looks."
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Ion Builders, Inc.
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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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Response time7 hrs
Response rate97%
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Arkansas Wood Doors
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Serving Westwood, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

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"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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Homemade Design
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Serving Westwood, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

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"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

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.

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 average cost of DIY window framing is about $40 to $60 in materials. If you hire a window treatment professional, you’ll pay for materials plus labor costs—anywhere from $250 to $800 per window. The final cost is highly dependent on the window size, as larger windows are heavier and more difficult to install, as well as the type of window framing material.

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

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