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Approved Contractor Inc.

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Approved Contractor Inc.

4.53(
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
1049 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

"Wow the quickest and most professional job ever!!! Sam and essential roofing team went above and beyond for my roofing needs and no hassle ever! Honestly best in the business and super honest with their customers."

Said M on November 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

"Wow the quickest and most professional job ever!!! Sam and essential roofing team went above and beyond for my roofing needs and no hassle ever! Honestly best in the business and super honest with their customers."

Said M on November 2025

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Build4U Construction and Design

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Build4U Construction and Design

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19 years of experience

CONSTRUCTION IS IN OUR DNA. FROM PLANNING, DESIGN TO CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AND FINAL DELIVERY. Being in the right hands makes all the difference sometimes. At Build4U Construction and Design we care about every detail. Our family care about your family and will ensure the project will be delivered on time on budget to your full satisfaction. We are aware that construction may be overwhelming, dusty and noisy. Our professional crews understand and are sensitive to your needs as you need to continue with your daily lives while we work hard at making your dream project come to life. We take each project as our own work and make sure you will be added to our list of happy clients.

CONSTRUCTION IS IN OUR DNA. FROM PLANNING, DESIGN TO CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AND FINAL DELIVERY. Being in the right hands makes all the difference sometimes. At Build4U Construction and Design we care about every detail. Our family care about your family and will ensure the project will be delivered on time on budget to your full satisfaction. We are aware that construction may be overwhelming, dusty and noisy. Our professional crews understand and are sensitive to your needs as you need to continue with your daily lives while we work hard at making your dream project come to life. We take each project as our own work and make sure you will be added to our list of happy clients.

Homfix Inc.

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Homfix Inc.

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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We are a Home Improvement and design Company that provides all type of home services from A to Z, Kitchen Remodel, Bathroom Remodel, Additions, Roof, Solar Panels, and ect..

We are a Home Improvement and design Company that provides all type of home services from A to Z, Kitchen Remodel, Bathroom Remodel, Additions, Roof, Solar Panels, and ect..

Waterjet Marble and Tile Design, Inc.

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Waterjet Marble and Tile Design, Inc.

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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Waterjet Marble and Tile Design, Inc. is a licensed, bonded and insured tile, marble, flooring (wood, carpet, linoleum, vinyl) and as a general contractor in the state of California. We specialize in residential work. Our shop is located in east part of Los Angeles County, and our office are in Woodland Hills.

Waterjet Marble and Tile Design, Inc. is a licensed, bonded and insured tile, marble, flooring (wood, carpet, linoleum, vinyl) and as a general contractor in the state of California. We specialize in residential work. Our shop is located in east part of Los Angeles County, and our office are in Woodland Hills.

AMERICAN PRE-CAST MASONRY

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AMERICAN PRE-CAST MASONRY

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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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.

DC STRETZ MASONRY

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DC STRETZ MASONRY

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Masonry

Masonry

DeVries Construction

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DeVries Construction

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40 years of experience

Family owned & operated.

Family owned & operated.

FURNISHINGS DIRECT

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FURNISHINGS DIRECT

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Furnishings Direct is a family owned and operated business that specializes in providing Amish made and American made furniture for the comfort of your home and office. Since 1998, we have been using quality solid wood to build furniture that can be enjoyed for many generations to come. We also offer a large selection of Amish furniture and decor guaranteed at very reasonable prices!

Furnishings Direct is a family owned and operated business that specializes in providing Amish made and American made furniture for the comfort of your home and office. Since 1998, we have been using quality solid wood to build furniture that can be enjoyed for many generations to come. We also offer a large selection of Amish furniture and decor guaranteed at very reasonable prices!

VIP Finish Construction

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VIP Finish Construction

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Customers say: Super punctual
Free onsite estimate

Offering competitive pricing and price match guarantee. Accepting all major credit cards

Offering competitive pricing and price match guarantee. Accepting all major credit cards

Home Depot

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Home Depot

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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

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FAQs for wainscoting installation projects in Palm Desert, 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 Palm Desert, CA homeowners’ guide to wainscoting installations

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