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Avatar for Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

4.84(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021

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Mauricio Gomez

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Mauricio Gomez

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12 years of experience

All aspects of home remodeling, excepting roofing. Have remodeled 20 to 30 bathrooms. Approximately 10 kitchens. Dozens of tile jobs / countertops/cabinet installations / wiring of kitchens / baths / apartments / rough and finish plumbing / including sewer lines / outdoor decks /installation of doors and windows, exterior and interior (50 to 100's times) / foundation work / exterior siding / retaining walls / installation of walls, sheetrock, taping

All aspects of home remodeling, excepting roofing. Have remodeled 20 to 30 bathrooms. Approximately 10 kitchens. Dozens of tile jobs / countertops/cabinet installations / wiring of kitchens / baths / apartments / rough and finish plumbing / including sewer lines / outdoor decks /installation of doors and windows, exterior and interior (50 to 100's times) / foundation work / exterior siding / retaining walls / installation of walls, sheetrock, taping

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Leegwater Building & Development, Inc.

5.00(
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Leegwater Building & Development, Inc.

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

As a design-build company, we manage your project from inception to warranty. With a proven team of professional designers, architects, and dependable subcontractors at our disposal, we make the process easy for you. We handle every phase of the design/build process. -Idea generation -Budgeting -Project design -Approval and permit process -Construction -Warranty We take responsibility for the entire process, communicating with you every step of the way. We provide you with your own project portfolio complete with a timeline, and support materials to help you with any design and purchasing decisions you need to make.

As a design-build company, we manage your project from inception to warranty. With a proven team of professional designers, architects, and dependable subcontractors at our disposal, we make the process easy for you. We handle every phase of the design/build process. -Idea generation -Budgeting -Project design -Approval and permit process -Construction -Warranty We take responsibility for the entire process, communicating with you every step of the way. We provide you with your own project portfolio complete with a timeline, and support materials to help you with any design and purchasing decisions you need to make.

Ken Prine Construction

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Ken Prine Construction

5.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

General Contractor - Licensed & bonded and insured. Better Business Bureau is A+. I am highly experienced in most home remodeling trades and only use sub-contractors when needed. I offer free estimates and various payment options.

General Contractor - Licensed & bonded and insured. Better Business Bureau is A+. I am highly experienced in most home remodeling trades and only use sub-contractors when needed. I offer free estimates and various payment options.

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MTZ Modern Carpentry Inc.

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MTZ Modern Carpentry Inc.

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We specialize in crafting custom decks that not only enhance the aesthetics of your home but also provide a versatile outdoor living area for you to enjoy. We provide more than just quality services with over 25 years experience in woodworking, framing, siding, railings, and feeney cable solutions for a contemporary look while ensuring safety and longevity. Specializing in woodworking decks porches fences and much more.

"From start to finish, Enrique was professional, knowledgeable, and easy to work with. I've never felt better about investing in my home. Our front porch steps were severely in need of repair. The flagstone was falling off the frame and became a hazard for our family and others visiting our home. We had struggled to find others who could meet our budget or were comfortable taking the job. However, Enrique assured us this was well within his skill and experience and that we would be happy with the results. He could not have been more right! Enrique removed the old flagstone, added additional support for the existing frame, and installed beautiful new steps using Trex decking material. He even included exterior lighting! We are thrilled with our new stairs, and his work gives us great confidence in working again with MTZ Modern Carpentry. Thanks again, Enrique!"

Jeff C on February 2025

We specialize in crafting custom decks that not only enhance the aesthetics of your home but also provide a versatile outdoor living area for you to enjoy. We provide more than just quality services with over 25 years experience in woodworking, framing, siding, railings, and feeney cable solutions for a contemporary look while ensuring safety and longevity. Specializing in woodworking decks porches fences and much more.

"From start to finish, Enrique was professional, knowledgeable, and easy to work with. I've never felt better about investing in my home. Our front porch steps were severely in need of repair. The flagstone was falling off the frame and became a hazard for our family and others visiting our home. We had struggled to find others who could meet our budget or were comfortable taking the job. However, Enrique assured us this was well within his skill and experience and that we would be happy with the results. He could not have been more right! Enrique removed the old flagstone, added additional support for the existing frame, and installed beautiful new steps using Trex decking material. He even included exterior lighting! We are thrilled with our new stairs, and his work gives us great confidence in working again with MTZ Modern Carpentry. Thanks again, Enrique!"

Jeff C on February 2025

FR Construction Services Inc.

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FR Construction Services Inc.

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--General Construction Concrete Carpentry Excavation and Grading --Remodeling --Landscape/Hardscape

--General Construction Concrete Carpentry Excavation and Grading --Remodeling --Landscape/Hardscape

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Cali Bathroom Experts

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Cali Bathroom Experts

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Free onsite estimate

We specialize in modernizing your bathroom into a space you can enjoy and love. We also do kitchen remodels and so much more.

We specialize in modernizing your bathroom into a space you can enjoy and love. We also do kitchen remodels and so much more.

All Phases Electric

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All Phases Electric

4.67(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Additional DBAs - Chelsdan Co, The Chelsdan Co.

Additional DBAs - Chelsdan Co, The Chelsdan Co.

forgette design + construction

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forgette design + construction

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22 years of experience

Forgette Design + Construction is a full service General Contractor, Builder, and Architectual Design Studio. We work in the surrounding greater San Francisco Bay Area. Call for free estimates, consultation, rates, and or for a viewing of our unique portfolio.

Forgette Design + Construction is a full service General Contractor, Builder, and Architectual Design Studio. We work in the surrounding greater San Francisco Bay Area. Call for free estimates, consultation, rates, and or for a viewing of our unique portfolio.

BETTER BUILDING REPAIRs

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BETTER BUILDING REPAIRs

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We approach every job with the intent to provide the highest quality results and ensure complete customer satisfaction.

We approach every job with the intent to provide the highest quality results and ensure complete customer satisfaction.

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FAQs for second story addition building service projects in Berkeley, CA

For many homeowners, building up is worth the expense because it provides the extra bedrooms or living areas that can’t be accommodated within the existing footprint. A larger, updated home often commands a higher resale price, recouping a sizable share of the project cost while allowing you to stay in the neighborhood you love. Run the numbers with a real estate agent and contractor to ensure the expected return and day-to-day benefits align with your goals.

Whether it makes more sense to build up or out depends on your lot, budget, and local code. Building up preserves yard space and involves less foundation work, but you may need to vacate the home during construction. Building out avoids staircases and can proceed while you stay put; however, it encroaches on the yard and may face setback limits. Compare both options with your contractor before making a decision.

A structural engineer will first inspect the existing foundation for cracks, footings, and load capacity. Depending on the findings, the crew may pour new concrete footings, install steel or concrete piers, add reinforced beams, or tie additional rebar into the slab. These upgrades redistribute the weight of the new floor and bring the structure up to code. Your contractor will outline the specific reinforcement plan and timeline once the engineering report is complete.

The Berkeley, CA homeowners’ guide to second story addition building services

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