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Approved Contractor Inc.

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Approved Contractor Inc.

4.53(
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Customers say: Super punctual
1073 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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S.C. Home Repair

4.91(
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S.C. Home Repair

4.91(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
2133 local quotes requested

Full service Home Maintenance & Repair. Specializing in painting, flooring and bathroom/kitchen remodeling. Electrical, plumbing etc. Licensed General Contractor License #1088129

"Josh and his helper did excellent work. The highest peak was over 2 stories and they tackled it like the pros they are. Very nice men and I'm happy with their work."

SANDRA W on September 2025

Full service Home Maintenance & Repair. Specializing in painting, flooring and bathroom/kitchen remodeling. Electrical, plumbing etc. Licensed General Contractor License #1088129

"Josh and his helper did excellent work. The highest peak was over 2 stories and they tackled it like the pros they are. Very nice men and I'm happy with their work."

SANDRA W on September 2025

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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

Hames Construction, Inc

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Hames Construction, Inc

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The Time Butler Professional Organizers

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The Time Butler Professional Organizers

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21 years of experience

Get control of your time, space, finances, paper and life. The competent and caring staff at Time Butler Professional Organizers can help you do just that. Contact us for a complimentary 15-minute telephone consult to evaluate your needs.

Get control of your time, space, finances, paper and life. The competent and caring staff at Time Butler Professional Organizers can help you do just that. Contact us for a complimentary 15-minute telephone consult to evaluate your needs.

Sonoma Old World Cast Stone

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Sonoma Old World Cast Stone

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12 years of experience

Please contact our office to discuss your upcoming projects.

Please contact our office to discuss your upcoming projects.

Bella Cosa Construction

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Bella Cosa Construction

4.92(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers

Owner operated. Cost is determined by the job.

Owner operated. Cost is determined by the job.

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Auto Glass Now San Francisco

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Auto Glass Now San Francisco

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38 years of experience

Auto Glass Now is America’s auto glass repair and windshield replacement expert. With free mobile service and a lifetime warranty offered at every one of our over 80 locations, there is no reason to go anywhere else. We offer the best low price guarantee in the industry, and will beat any price. With over 27 years of experience and millions of satisfied customers, give Auto Glass Now a call today!

Auto Glass Now is America’s auto glass repair and windshield replacement expert. With free mobile service and a lifetime warranty offered at every one of our over 80 locations, there is no reason to go anywhere else. We offer the best low price guarantee in the industry, and will beat any price. With over 27 years of experience and millions of satisfied customers, give Auto Glass Now a call today!

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MTZ Modern Carpentry Inc.

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MTZ Modern Carpentry Inc.

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Customers say: Quick response
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

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branchhandyman.com

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branchhandyman.com

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32 years of experience

Honesty, integrity, and Quality Workmanship Guarantee: On schedule completion Cost-effective process from beginning to end Final product exceeds expectations

Honesty, integrity, and Quality Workmanship Guarantee: On schedule completion Cost-effective process from beginning to end Final product exceeds expectations

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FAQs for wainscoting installation projects in Novato, 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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