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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

4.84(
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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

KL9 Construction

5.00(
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KL9 Construction

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

Owner-operated, two employees. Sub out specific trades. Cost is determined by the job. License number 622634. For more information please email: kl9construction@gmail.com

Owner-operated, two employees. Sub out specific trades. Cost is determined by the job. License number 622634. For more information please email: kl9construction@gmail.com

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Mendez Steel

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Mendez Steel

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2 years of experience

My team and I can handle any project from little to small with zero stress always guarantee quality and safety is our biggest concern.

My team and I can handle any project from little to small with zero stress always guarantee quality and safety is our biggest concern.

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Patrick Norwood Jr

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Patrick Norwood Jr

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2 years of experience

"Hello, I’m Patrick Norwood Jr., and I’m here to help with all your home repair and maintenance needs. As a one-person handyman business, I take pride in offering dependable, affordable, and high-quality services with a personal touch. From minor repairs to essential upkeep, I’m dedicated to ensuring the job is done right and that my customers are happy with the results. You can trust me to be reliable, honest, and to treat your home as if it were my own. Let’s tackle your to-do list together—call me today!"

"Hello, I’m Patrick Norwood Jr., and I’m here to help with all your home repair and maintenance needs. As a one-person handyman business, I take pride in offering dependable, affordable, and high-quality services with a personal touch. From minor repairs to essential upkeep, I’m dedicated to ensuring the job is done right and that my customers are happy with the results. You can trust me to be reliable, honest, and to treat your home as if it were my own. Let’s tackle your to-do list together—call me today!"

CALIFORNIA RAIN GUTTERS

4.00(
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CALIFORNIA RAIN GUTTERS

4.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
36 years of experience

ADDITIONAL PHONE:(619) 206-5357

ADDITIONAL PHONE:(619) 206-5357

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Fabrication Solutions

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Fabrication Solutions

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13 years of experience

Mobile welding and custom metal fabrication

Mobile welding and custom metal fabrication

Creative Carpentry

3.00(
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Creative Carpentry

3.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
34 years of experience

Hampton Sheet Metal

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Hampton Sheet Metal

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13 years of experience

Hampton Sheet Metal is a San Diego-based architectural sheet metal company. Its founder holds over 25 years of experience in the sheet metal industry.

Hampton Sheet Metal is a San Diego-based architectural sheet metal company. Its founder holds over 25 years of experience in the sheet metal industry.

Gil Tile

5.00(
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Gil Tile

5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Pwner-operated. No subs. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. I have a lot of references.

Pwner-operated. No subs. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. I have a lot of references.

Bruce King- Handyman

3.50(
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Bruce King- Handyman

3.50(
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20 years of experience

No Job Too Small or Too Tough !!! Free Estimates. I work by the hour. Mr rate is $46.00 and job materials/ parts are billed at my exact cost with NO Markup. Invoices are provided. Any club memebers tha are in San Diego County get a 25% discount

No Job Too Small or Too Tough !!! Free Estimates. I work by the hour. Mr rate is $46.00 and job materials/ parts are billed at my exact cost with NO Markup. Invoices are provided. Any club memebers tha are in San Diego County get a 25% discount

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FAQs for wainscoting installation projects in Leucadia, 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.

The Leucadia, CA homeowners’ guide to wainscoting installations

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