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Brothers Home Improvement Inc - San Diego

4.87(
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Brothers Home Improvement Inc - San Diego

4.87(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
238 local quotes requested

Family Owned and Operated since 1994. Nine Brothers & Sisters Striving For Your Complete Satisfaction! Energy Efficient, Replacement Windows and Doors. No Subcontractors! No High-pressure Sales! Ranked Among The Top Nationwide by Qualified Remodelers! AAMA Certified and Members of the Better Business Bureau. Quality Craftsmanship. Lifetime Warranties. Save $75 per window & $150 per door. Financing Available.

"No complaints, they did a good job and addressed all final comments I had before leaving. Friendly and professional from pricing to installation."

Scott W on March 2021

Family Owned and Operated since 1994. Nine Brothers & Sisters Striving For Your Complete Satisfaction! Energy Efficient, Replacement Windows and Doors. No Subcontractors! No High-pressure Sales! Ranked Among The Top Nationwide by Qualified Remodelers! AAMA Certified and Members of the Better Business Bureau. Quality Craftsmanship. Lifetime Warranties. Save $75 per window & $150 per door. Financing Available.

"No complaints, they did a good job and addressed all final comments I had before leaving. Friendly and professional from pricing to installation."

Scott W on March 2021


MIKES HANDYMEN SERVICES

4.97(
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MIKES HANDYMEN SERVICES

4.97(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1625 local quotes requested

Best Handymen in town. From. Drywall repars,painting, baseboards, hanging doors, install windows, garbage disposal, dishwasher, faucets, ceiling fan, switches, outlets, appliances installations, facia board installations,laminate flooring,

"Mike and his team replaced our 20-year old patio cover over our built-in BBQ with a beautiful new design using redwood with a solid waterproof roof. He handled all the demo & hauling, design, footings, rafters, roof, painting, electrical, and repair or replacement of tiles and turf damaged by the old structure. Mike has a warm, friendly personality with an emphasis on quality. He listens to the customer and provides suggestions for enhancements. The structure he built is very solid - it does not budge when you lean on it. His prices are reasonable and he goes out of his way to make sure you're happy with the work."

Norman K on September 2025

Best Handymen in town. From. Drywall repars,painting, baseboards, hanging doors, install windows, garbage disposal, dishwasher, faucets, ceiling fan, switches, outlets, appliances installations, facia board installations,laminate flooring,

"Mike and his team replaced our 20-year old patio cover over our built-in BBQ with a beautiful new design using redwood with a solid waterproof roof. He handled all the demo & hauling, design, footings, rafters, roof, painting, electrical, and repair or replacement of tiles and turf damaged by the old structure. Mike has a warm, friendly personality with an emphasis on quality. He listens to the customer and provides suggestions for enhancements. The structure he built is very solid - it does not budge when you lean on it. His prices are reasonable and he goes out of his way to make sure you're happy with the work."

Norman K on September 2025


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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

4.84(
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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

4.84(
920
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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


King Welding

5.00(
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King Welding

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

Scotts Quality Improvements

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Scotts Quality Improvements

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I am a General Contractor specializing in remodeling. I primarily work alone to keep costs down but I also have access to a group of very skilled & trustworthy sub contractors if needed.

I am a General Contractor specializing in remodeling. I primarily work alone to keep costs down but I also have access to a group of very skilled & trustworthy sub contractors if needed.


GRAND ENTRANCES

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GRAND ENTRANCES

5.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Grand Entrances is Southern California's premier door and hardware showroom. Over 300 unique doors on display alongside exquisite hardware.

Grand Entrances is Southern California's premier door and hardware showroom. Over 300 unique doors on display alongside exquisite hardware.


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The Auto Enhancers

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The Auto Enhancers

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13 years of experience

The Auto Enhancers are window tinting San Diego specialists! They’ve become the “go-to” company in San Diego for car window tinting due to their high quality of work and high demand. If you’re looking for window tint in San Diego, give The Auto Enhancers a call. This company was started by Nick Hastings in 2012. Nick has been doing window tint for a lot longer than that though. He has always had a passion for car and customization. He started off with window tinting his own car to practice. Eventually he became pretty good at it, so his family and friend would pay for his car tint services. It got to a point where Nick wanted to start his very own company, and that’s how The Auto Enhancers was born. Nick is now known as “the window tinting San Diego Specialist!” Because that’s all he does! He has perfected the art of car window tinting. There is a lot that goes into the window tint process and it’s very easy to make a mistake that will cause imperfection in the final product. That’s why it’s very important to choose someone who is very skilled and has years of experience. You know what they say… “You get what you pay for” So if you want the best looking san diego window tinting job done on your car then you got to hire the best and that’s Nick and his team at The Auto Enhancers

The Auto Enhancers are window tinting San Diego specialists! They’ve become the “go-to” company in San Diego for car window tinting due to their high quality of work and high demand. If you’re looking for window tint in San Diego, give The Auto Enhancers a call. This company was started by Nick Hastings in 2012. Nick has been doing window tint for a lot longer than that though. He has always had a passion for car and customization. He started off with window tinting his own car to practice. Eventually he became pretty good at it, so his family and friend would pay for his car tint services. It got to a point where Nick wanted to start his very own company, and that’s how The Auto Enhancers was born. Nick is now known as “the window tinting San Diego Specialist!” Because that’s all he does! He has perfected the art of car window tinting. There is a lot that goes into the window tint process and it’s very easy to make a mistake that will cause imperfection in the final product. That’s why it’s very important to choose someone who is very skilled and has years of experience. You know what they say… “You get what you pay for” So if you want the best looking san diego window tinting job done on your car then you got to hire the best and that’s Nick and his team at The Auto Enhancers


Home Depot - Poway

4.00(
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Home Depot - Poway

4.00(
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Customers say: Quality work

The Home Depot Poway - #8949 can help with all of your home improvement needs. Our address is 12175 Tech Center Drive, Poway, CA, 92064 & our phone number is (858)513-0080. We offer a variety of features including Home Depot Truck Rental, Key Cutting, Tool Rental Center, & Free WiFi. For Home improvement professionals, we'll help get your jobs done faster and for less at our Pro Desk. Store hours are Monday-Saturday, 6 a.m.-10 p.m., and Sunday, 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Visit us today & let our knowledgeable associates & store manager, Traci L Vincent help you get ready for your next project.

The Home Depot Poway - #8949 can help with all of your home improvement needs. Our address is 12175 Tech Center Drive, Poway, CA, 92064 & our phone number is (858)513-0080. We offer a variety of features including Home Depot Truck Rental, Key Cutting, Tool Rental Center, & Free WiFi. For Home improvement professionals, we'll help get your jobs done faster and for less at our Pro Desk. Store hours are Monday-Saturday, 6 a.m.-10 p.m., and Sunday, 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Visit us today & let our knowledgeable associates & store manager, Traci L Vincent help you get ready for your next project.


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Fabrication Solutions

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Fabrication Solutions

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12 years of experience

Mobile welding and custom metal fabrication

Mobile welding and custom metal fabrication

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FAQs for wainscoting installation projects in San Diego, 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 San Diego, CA homeowners’ guide to wainscoting installations

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.