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JJT Carpentry
5.0(
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

JJT Carpentry is a licensed, bonded, and insured carpentry and construction company proudly serving Ramona and San Diego County. We specialize in residential construction, remodels, and outdoor living projects, delivering high-quality craftsmanship with dependable service and clear communication.\n\n\n\nOur services include custom decks (redwood and composite), patio covers, pergolas, framing, siding, fascia, outdoor living spaces, ADUs, remodels, and general carpentry. Whether it’s a small repair or a full build, we approach every project with precision, organization, and respect for your home and property.\n\nHomeowners choose JJT Carpentry for our attention to detail, honest pricing, and pride in workmanship. We show up on time, stay on schedule, and build projects that are made to last.\n\n\n\n📍 Serving Ramona & San Diego County\n\n📄 License #1120213

San Diego, ADU
Garage Framing
Octagon Home
San Diego Framing
Custom Deck Build

+35

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Home Pro Remodeling & Construction, Inc.
4.4(
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired home pro remodeling to put pavers on my back yard and to install flloring thorough out the whole house I'm super setasfied with the work and the service . The company also provided me great financial options which I used thank you kobi Leo and Lucas for your great service . Highly recommend them for everyone"
Response time5 days
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.3(
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"We hired McCormick Home Builders to remodel our living room, and we are beyond pleased with the result. The team was professional, worked efficiently, and Aris design ideas made a huge difference. The room feels so much brighter and more spacious. This was the best decision we made for our home, and we were already planning our next remodel with them."
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by28%of homeowners
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SL United Construction, Inc.
5.0(
4
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"SL United Construction did a superb job on our basement remodel, and outdoor deck rebuild. They also coordinated a beautiful new driveway for us. They are honest, knowledgeable, responsive, and flexible. All this at a very reasonable cost! Highest recommendation!"
Cement leveling/drying
Tile drying prior to grout and baseboards
Tile, grout and baseboard completed
Tile, grout and baseboards completed
Laundry and hallway

+74

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Lupe Pina Construction
5.0(
2
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My second time hiring Jose and team. They’ve now framed an ADU and an addition for me. Very knowledgeable in code requirements and know the right questions to ask an inspector. Passed all inspections. Quality work and great communication. Thank you! "
Response time8 hrs
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Sentri Homes
3.0(
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Emergency services offered

"Sentri Homes provided the most professional flooring service I’ve ever had. The LVP installation turned out absolutely beautiful, and I was amazed at how quickly everything was completed without sacrificing quality. The crew was fast, accurate, and extremely detail-oriented from start to finish. Everything was installed cleanly, precisely, and with real craftsmanship. The entire process was smooth, efficient, and far beyond what I expected. I would absolutely recommend Sentri Homes to anyone needing flooring installed."
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Kemp Brothers Enterprise
New to Angi

Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

Home addition and remodel
Home addition and remodel
Home addition and remodel
Home addition and remodel
Home addition and remodel

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FAQs for carpentry framing installation projects in El Cajon, CA

Both steel and wood can last over 100 years with proper care. However, wood could rot or warp when exposed to moisture, whereas galvanized steel is rotproof, insect-proof, and much more fire-resistant. Steel is friendlier to the environment as it doesn’t require cutting down trees, and the frame can be recycled. The energy-efficiency rating of metal stud framing can be higher than conventional wood construction. Metal studs are easier and quicker to install.

Whether you’re using wood or metal stud framing, follow the “16 on center” rule, meaning you should have a stud every 16 inches. A 20-foot wall spans a total of 320 inches. This works out to 20 spans of 16 inches, plus one starting stud, for a total requirement of 21 studs to frame a 20-foot wall.

Drywall installation costs $1.15 to $2 per square foot on metal stud framing or $2,300 for an average 2,000-square-foot house. The total cost for metal framing and drywall ranges from $20 to $30 per linear foot. Metal frames often seem light, but they can be exceptionally strong once drywall or sheathing is attached.

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