Serving Topanga, CA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2018
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"I called and made an appoitment because my yard was overgrown. They did an amazing 3D rendering of my yard then actually built it out exactly. I am very happy with Encore!!"
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Serving Topanga, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2007
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"A slope in our yard made the space hard to use, so we added a retaining wall. Way To Go Builders managed the project and suggested a reinforce concrete footing to support the block wall above it. The crew dug a deep trench, installed rebar, and poured a solid base. Once cured, the wall was built up and capped for a clean look. Drainage was included with weep holes and gravel backfill, which prevents water buildup behind the wall. The wall spans nearly 40 feet, transforming the yard into usable, level space."
Serving Topanga, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2012
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"They did a great job. They rebuilt my closet, hung curtain rods, fixed a kitchen cabinet and drawers as well as a few other small projects. It was very reasonably priced and done quickly. I would definitely hire again."
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Serving Topanga, CA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2023
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Customers say: True professional
"Isaac at Much Better Construction and his team did a great job replacing damaged wood on our balcony and waterproofing. They showed up on time and completed ahead of schedule. Would recommend them for construction needs"
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Serving Topanga, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
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"We did a whole kitchen remodel. David was very knowledgeable and recommended a wall removal which completely changed the look of our kitchen and opened it up. Everyone that worked on the kitchen was very professional and they stuck to their schedule. They were pretty quick getting us back in our kitchen and it turned our beautiful. I absolutely love my kitchen and I am so happy I chose CA Cabinets."
Serving Topanga, CA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
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Customers say: True professional
"Clean front gutter of debris. Rinse gutter, hose the driveway clean and dispose of the debris. He was very professional and polite."
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Serving Topanga, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2016
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"Thank you Marc, for a worry free project. We Love our new deck/ hot tub. Beautiful, clean work, from start to finish."
Serving Topanga, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1981
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TUFF SHED manufactures and installs high quality storage buildings & garages. Our approach to customer service and 30 years of experience designing and building quality products has created hundreds of thousands of loyal customers. \n
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Serving Topanga, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
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Customers say: True professional
"Derek fixed my folding laundry room doors.. I thought that they were literally gone. I was prepared to throw them away and buy new ones. "Nope, I can fix this." Derek said. And he did. They work better now than when I initially bought them. Derek is friendly, smart and very knowledgeable. I could not imagine how he was going to fix my plantation shutters. Once again, he was able to repair them, I have some flooring that I need to replace and I am making a plan with Derek to do that as well. I do not think that there is anything that Derek can not fix. I am so happy that I found Derek. This is my first time using Angie's List. If Derek is the type of professional that is on Angie's List, I will use nothing else. Five Stars to Derek at Local Home Services."
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Serving Topanga, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2016
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Emergency services offered
"I have been wanting to redo our laundry room for quite some time. Me and my husband moved into this house about a year and a half ago, and that is all I have been talking about since we got here. Finally came around to it and I came across this company on Yelp! I gave them a call and they were tremendously helpful and extremely responsive! The crew was nothing but professional and we absolutely love the new laundry room!"
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