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Approved Contractor Inc.

4.53(
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Approved Contractor Inc.

4.53(
485
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Customers say: Super punctual
1059 local quotes requested
15 years of experience

- Excellent Customer Service - Superior Craftsmanship - 15+ years in business - Family owned and operated - Competitive Pricing - Super Service Award Winner - Elite Preferred James Hardie Contractor - Andersen Certified

"Costumer service was great,"

Olivia C on October 2025

- Excellent Customer Service - Superior Craftsmanship - 15+ years in business - Family owned and operated - Competitive Pricing - Super Service Award Winner - Elite Preferred James Hardie Contractor - Andersen Certified

"Costumer service was great,"

Olivia C on October 2025

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Optimal Handyman

5.00(
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Optimal Handyman

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
756 local quotes requested

From wall repairs touch up, detail painting, wood repairs, refurbishing furniture or just tightening up a simple door knob. Just ask and I'd be more then happy to be of help with anything you need.

"Excellent job; reasonable price..."

Keith R on July 2025

From wall repairs touch up, detail painting, wood repairs, refurbishing furniture or just tightening up a simple door knob. Just ask and I'd be more then happy to be of help with anything you need.

"Excellent job; reasonable price..."

Keith R on July 2025

Kyle Beym Home Improvement

4.45(
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Kyle Beym Home Improvement

4.45(
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Customers say: Terrific value
3144 local quotes requested
17 years of experience

We provide home and some commercial remodeling services and general maintenance. I am licensed, bonded, and insured as a General B Contractor. I have been in business working solely from referrals, having spent 17 years working in various trade capacities of construction. I provide free estimates to Orange, and eastern Los Angeles. I take pride in my work, consider myself an artist, and love my job, that's why I'm personally involved in all the work we do for you.

"Kyle was punctual, easy to work with, performed all tasks very well, and left each work area spotless when he was finished. This was a great experience!"

Kathy H on March 2024

We provide home and some commercial remodeling services and general maintenance. I am licensed, bonded, and insured as a General B Contractor. I have been in business working solely from referrals, having spent 17 years working in various trade capacities of construction. I provide free estimates to Orange, and eastern Los Angeles. I take pride in my work, consider myself an artist, and love my job, that's why I'm personally involved in all the work we do for you.

"Kyle was punctual, easy to work with, performed all tasks very well, and left each work area spotless when he was finished. This was a great experience!"

Kathy H on March 2024

The Gooden Group

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The Gooden Group

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45 years of experience

The Gooden Group is a full service real estate development and construction firm with the in-house expertise to execute virtually every facet of a project's life cycle. Through its central office and its affiliate companies, The Bedford Group, TMC Management, and Urban X Marketing, Gooden Group is also able to assume hands-on management of its properties, as well as implement the necessary sales and marketing activities for their new home communities.

The Gooden Group is a full service real estate development and construction firm with the in-house expertise to execute virtually every facet of a project's life cycle. Through its central office and its affiliate companies, The Bedford Group, TMC Management, and Urban X Marketing, Gooden Group is also able to assume hands-on management of its properties, as well as implement the necessary sales and marketing activities for their new home communities.

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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

JJ Gold Construction & Design

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JJ Gold Construction & Design

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24 years of experience

My name is Juan Barrera I'm with JJ Gold Construction & Design. We do all kind of construction work. We are license contractors and bonded. If you have any questions or would like a free home estimate give us a call (323)348-8458 LN#946866

My name is Juan Barrera I'm with JJ Gold Construction & Design. We do all kind of construction work. We are license contractors and bonded. If you have any questions or would like a free home estimate give us a call (323)348-8458 LN#946866

Mackay Builders Inc.

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Mackay Builders Inc.

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12 years of experience

We are a general contractor team (homes and businesses) that provides excellent customer service and quality finished products.

We are a general contractor team (homes and businesses) that provides excellent customer service and quality finished products.

AMERICAN PRE-CAST MASONRY

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AMERICAN PRE-CAST MASONRY

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

60 EMPLOYEES. USES SUBS FOR VARIOUS JOBS. COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB. NO TRAVEL CHARGE. NO SERVICE FEE.

60 EMPLOYEES. USES SUBS FOR VARIOUS JOBS. COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB. NO TRAVEL CHARGE. NO SERVICE FEE.

Alpine Flooring & Carpentry

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Alpine Flooring & Carpentry

1.00(
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Customers say: Terrific value
40 years of experience

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CALIFORNIA RAIN GUTTERS

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CALIFORNIA RAIN GUTTERS

4.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
35 years of experience

ADDITIONAL PHONE:(619) 206-5357

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FAQs for wainscoting installation projects in Laguna Niguel, CA

Wainscoting is decorative paneling that covers the lower part of a wall for style and protection. Beadboard is a type of wainscoting made of long vertical planks with small raised beads between each board. You’ll see it on walls and ceilings when homeowners want added depth and charm. Both options work indoors or outdoors; beadboard pieces lock together with tongue-and-groove joints, while similar styles, such as shiplap, rely on a square rabbet joint.

The best rule of thumb for wainscoting is to stop the panels at about one-third of the wall height. In a room with a nine-foot ceiling, that’s roughly three feet up. Sticking to this ratio keeps the room balanced, lets plenty of wall color show above the trim, and delivers a polished, timeless look.

Wainscoting can make a room look smaller if the room has low ceilings. The same rule applies to wainscoting as it does to painting any space: to make the room look larger and more open, paint it a light color, such as white or cream. Since beadboard incorporates vertical lines in the paneling, this style of wainscoting is ideal for those wanting to make a room appear larger than it is.

Technically, you can panel any room, but wainscoting shines in open areas, such as a foyer or a tall-ceilinged bathroom. Skip it in small rooms with low ceilings—panels can make tight spaces feel boxed in. Open-concept layouts without clear stopping points along the walls are also tricky, as the trim requires a distinct beginning and end.

Removing existing wall panels before installing wainscoting involves distinct demolition efforts. The cost to hire a professional for demo work is $1.50 per square foot. If the underlying drywall requires replacement after panel removal, an additional fee of $1.60 to $2.35 per square foot is incurred. Completing these tasks properly ensures a sturdy foundation and a flawless finish.

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