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Gabriel Handyman Services
4.9(
27
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Serving San Leandro, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Gabriel did the job as a perfectionist would have and got everything done to our satisfaction. We are very happy with the service"
bathroom tile
tall privacy fence
wood fence
landscape moss rock on curb
Response time1 day
Response rate87%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Polo's Electrical & Handyman
5.0(
16
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Serving San Leandro, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Arrived on time, very personable and logical. Came up with a great solution to fix my issue. Will be hiring him again for future work."
Completed projects
Completed projects
Exterior doors
Exhaust fan
Exhaust fan

+4

Response time10 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by6%of homeowners
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EBM Construction
4.9(
10
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Serving San Leandro, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am super appreciative that I found Elias. He really stepped up when a simple project turned into something a lot more complicated. We had some windows that we needed to replace, but in the course of fixing that, we ended up replacing the asbestos siding to our house, which revealed wood-shingled siding that needed to be painstakingly replaced. Elias handled everything for me. He found the right people to help him, kept me informed, and the work is clean and well done. I would definitely use his services in the future. I have since returned to him for various other repairs involving plumbing, electrical, tile work, drywall, and carpentry. Thank you for your services, Elias!"
Handyman Services Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Plumbing Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project

+63

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Vivid Screens Northern California
5.0(
15
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Serving San Leandro, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Derek of Vivid Screens replaced 7 screens for me. He worked quickly and expertly. I am greatly satisfied with his work and highly recommend him and his company. "
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+11

Response time2 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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FAQs for door or window screens install or repair projects in San Leandro, CA

Most off-the-shelf screens come in fixed sizes, ranging from 18 inches by 20 inches to 36 inches by 74 inches, which fit the vast majority of residential windows. If your opening falls outside that range or has a unique shape, you’ll need a custom screen built to the exact measurements. Going custom ensures a secure fit, a solid barrier against bugs, and a clean, finished look.

The decision to repair or replace your screen depends on the extent of the damage. Small holes or tears in otherwise solid mesh can be patched, and a sturdy frame usually doesn’t need to go anywhere. However, once the frame is bent or the mesh is brittle and fraying in several spots, replacement becomes a more sensible option—and often proves to be less costly in the long run. Take a close look at both parts before making a decision.

To rescreen a window, start by prying out the old spline, then lift the torn mesh from the frame. Lay the new screen over the frame, allowing about an inch of excess on all sides, and hold it in place while pressing fresh spline into the groove with a roller. Check that the mesh is taut—many pros rest a small brick on it while they work—then trim the overhang with a utility knife.

Most window screens last for 10 to 12 years. Time, sun, and weather gradually make the mesh brittle, so you’ll start to see sagging, rips, or thinning spots that let bugs get through. Check the screens each season; if the mesh crumbles or the frame warps, it’s time to replace them to keep air flowing and pests outside.

Most pros can swap out a screen in 10 minutes to an hour. A quick pop‑in replacement goes fastest, while fitting new mesh into an existing frame or working on a hard‑to‑reach upper window adds time. Either way, plan for at least a few extra minutes per screen so the installer can verify the fit and ensure the spline is seated correctly.

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