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Bastida Construction
4.2(
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Ricardo just finished installing baseboards on my home. Can’t recommend him enough for the quality of work that he performed. It’s refreshing to find a contractor who takes their work seriously. The value for the service was outstanding. He showed up on time every day and stayed late hardly taking a break. He took care to respect and respond to every request. I will be having him return for many more projects since I am getting up in years can’t do what I used to but Ricardo performed as I would have done on my own home."
Custom Build
Flooring and Paint
Paint
Living Room
Living Room Mantle

+5

Response time2 days
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Jake Hill Construction, Inc.
4.5(
26
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"I remodeled my outdated 80's master bathroom into my dream bathroom and Jake was an important part for me to acheive that. He built out a privacy wall to make for a great bathroom display, removed a non-support beam so our ceiling was even, installed our vanity and most important framed our new shower with a pony wall and a niche where our old cultured marble tub was. He was patient and explained any step that I was not familiar. I highly recommend Jake for any home remodeling project!!!"
Cieling Outlets for a lot of lights
Front of Duplex Cottage
Finshed Gate
Finished Product with trim & paint
Finished Shed

+99

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.5(
30
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"We recently remodeled our bathroom with McCormick, and it was a fantastic experience. Khaled was informative, patient, and genuinely helpful, guiding us through choices for a perfect design. The team’s professionalism showed in their punctuality and quality. Every aspect was done with care, from tile placement to lighting. The transformation is truly impressive; the bathroom now feels open and luxurious. We’re beyond pleased with the result and look forward to more projects with them."
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+1

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by22%of homeowners
Home Pro Remodeling & Construction, Inc.
4.1(
31
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Emil did a wonderful job of explaining all aspects of the project during the sales presentation. Anthony and his painting crew did all that was contracted and more! As the job progressed, it was evident that more trim work was necessary. Anthony listened patiently and completed the entire painting job ahead of estimated completion."
Response time5 days
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Arambula Construction Inc
5.0(
2
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mario and his team were very professional and their work was outstanding! Mario answered all my questions and I felt confident that I was getting great value for my money. Thank you!"
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FAQs for carpentry framing installation projects in San Diego, 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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