Serving Rancho Santa Fe, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1999
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"My ceiling looks great! Took no time to get it donr."
Serving Rancho Santa Fe, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2013
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"Excellent work, cannot tell where he patched the wall or ceiling"
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Serving Rancho Santa Fe, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2012
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"I needed last minute urgent help on a project. Al came out right away and did exceptional and efficient work to get it done. Not only is he excellent at his craft, he was also very pleasant and helpful on this project. Highly recommend and I will hire him again."
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Serving Rancho Santa Fe, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2001
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Customers say: True professional
"Beautifully. I asked that the wall be plastered smooth rather than textured as the previous wall had been and it was completed with a perform, smooth finish. The ceiling was a patch and needed to have the texture matched and he did that seamlessly."
Serving Rancho Santa Fe, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2019
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"Beachside Builders were recommended to me from a friend. They completely remodeled my bathroom and kitchen and transformed my house into my dream home. They were extremely knowledgeable, clean, and professional. They check all the boxes in what I expect from a contractor. I recommend Beachside Builders to all my friends and family."
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Serving Rancho Santa Fe, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2008
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Small jobs welcome
"Excellent! Appointment was on time, and friendly and professional service. I had a jammed garbage disposal that was quickly determined to be from a soda can tab. Additionally, I had two wall sconces hung. I am very pleased with the work that was done."
Serving Rancho Santa Fe, CA and surrounding areas
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"Cal rock Drywall performed the removal of the popcorn ceiling with expertise. They took the time to cover the books and flooring in three rooms . The staff was very compliant in cleaning up after the work the popcorn ceiling removal was completed, including trash removal. As a former Total Quality Management consultant, they performed well as a team ?project manager and talented workforce"
Serving Rancho Santa Fe, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2014
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"Joseph was very meticulous and detailed, he knew what he was doing, he did an outstanding job. Thanks again, Agustin"
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Serving Rancho Santa Fe, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
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Customers say: True professional
"After dealing with frequent roof repairs, we finally decided on a complete replacement for our Livermore home. Avi kept us informed every step of the way, and the finished roof exceeded our expectations. It's made a noticeable difference during hot summer days."
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Serving Rancho Santa Fe, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2009
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Customers say: Quality work
"Outstanding job! I would recommend La Costa Dream Painting to anyone in the San Diego county. My fence came out better than I expected."
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A drop ceiling is a type of secondary ceiling that is dropped down below the actual ceiling of a room, hence the name. It’s made up of ceiling tiles (made of fiberboard, foam, wood, metal, or plastic) supported by a metal grid. The space between the drop ceiling and the structural ceiling can be used to hide wiring, pipes, and HVAC ducts.
Most drop ceiling installations take about two to three days, including the time needed to build the grid frame, install it, and place each ceiling tile properly. Your installation might take more time if you need to modify plumbing, HVAC ducts, or electrical wiring to accommodate the new ceiling.
Most drop ceilings require a clearance of at least three inches from the structural ceiling, though you’ll likely need more than that to make space for pipes, ducts, lights, fans, sprinklers, or wiring. In many places, building codes require a minimum ceiling height of seven feet, which can limit the amount of clearance you’ll have between your drop ceiling and structural ceiling.
Yes, you can paint a drop ceiling, but it’s not always recommended. Painting a drop ceiling can sometimes void your warranty because using improper paint or technique can cause the tiles to sag. Paint can also negatively affect the fire resistance, soundproofing, and light reflection of the panels. Consider these downsides before taking on ceiling painting costs.
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