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Creative Innovation Developers Inc.
5.0(
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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

"We had a pleasant experience working with Creative Innovation Developers. We were matched up with them through the Houzz platform, and from the start, we were impressed by their very fair pricing and the way they worked with us to stay within a budget. Their team was friendly, approachable, and brought a highly creative approach to the project from start to finish. We particularly appreciated how their in-house design team helped transform our ideas into clear, actionable plans, guiding us through every step. They were patient with our requests and involved us in the decision-making process. Overall, we are satisfied with the outcome and felt that Creative Innovation Developers were genuinely dedicated to delivering quality work and meeting our needs. General remodeling work completed November 2024."
Converting garage into an ADU design to build !
Room Addition & General Remodeling
Before & After Creative Innovation Developers Inc.
General Remodeling Contemporary
Master Bathroom Addition  by Creative Innovation Developers Inc. 
You Dream We Design & Build it For You

+200

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Christian Brothers Cleaning & Restoration
4.9(
147
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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The team came to dry up my building fire sprinkler head leak.Roberto,kellie,Edwin,Joaquin,Oliver,Jose Chaidez and Oscar were the guys on site.i thank them for a smooth process and say I got a 10 out of 10 ..did a fantastic job very professional. "
Cleaning
Rug Cleaning
WoW!!!
Rotary Machine
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+4

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Joes hardwood floors
5.0(
130
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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

"I have Mirage maple wood floors and I've used Joe twice in the past 5 years or so to repair, replace, sand, re-coat and weave new wood with old wood. Joe and his crew really know their stuff and do a great job. Communication, advice, price and final outcome have been absolutely spot on. Would hire Joe again in a heartbeat and would highly recommend calling Joe if you're thinking about doing any wood floor project."
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+28

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ECS Construction Inc.
5.0(
62
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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

"Eric helped us repair an exterior leak in our home of indeterminate origin. He and his team were professional and communicative from start to finish. Highly recommend."
Whole House Remodel
Condo Remodel
Condo Remodel
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+1

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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K Blatchford's San Diego Rug Cleaning Company
4.9(
36
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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We are the most referred company for the cleaning and repair of oriental and specialty rugs in southern California. K. Blatchford’s San Diego Rug Cleaning Company is a San Diego based business specializing in the wash and repair of antique, semi antique and contemporary hand woven textiles.

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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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REGAL CONCEPTS & DESIGNS
4.9(
56
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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Credit card accepted

"Great experience! Paul and crew were personable, professional and highly skilled. Timely and consistent work schedule. We are very pleased with both of our finished bathrooms. Contract, payment schedule and help with ordering supplies throughput process. We highly recommend this company and will be using them in the future."
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+45

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Tracy Lynn Studio
4.9(
52
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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Owner operated. Charges an hourly rate. We want you to arrive at a place of comfort and beauty. Whether your next project involves a home or business, Tracy Lynn Studio specializes in both commercial and residential designs. At our San Diego interior design firm we believe in quality design and delivering exceptional results. Tracy Lynn Studio can create a look that has the up most potential to reflect any personality or taste. From individual rooms to complete home remodels, you envision it and we will help you construct it. Our San Diego interior designer services are sure to suit your every remodel undertaking.

Bathroom Remodel in Solana Beach
Kids Playroom in Carlsbad
Dining Room in Carlsbad
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Specialty Design Build
4.9(
46
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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

"Sheen has done work for us in the past so when we had a flood in the house and needed a complete remodel we did not hesitate to contact Sheen again. Sheen and his crew, especially Francisco, did an outstanding job with this project. Once we finally received funds from insurance the work was completed very quickly. Thanks, Sheen and crew!"
Vanity area
ADU bedroom
Master shower for two
ADU living area
Kitchen with butcher block island

+13

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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FAQs for carpet installation projects in San Marcos, CA

Carpet rolls come in standard widths of 12 and 15 feet. Less commonly, you might find a roll 13.5 feet wide. There are no standard roll lengths, but they’ll have enough to cover almost any home.

You’ll need equal amounts of carpet padding and carpet. Carpet padding costs $200 to $500 for the average room. However, the padding is trimmed a couple of inches away from the wall on all sides to make room for tack strips. Most residential installs have padding, and professionals include this in their bids.

Often, the best carpet for basements doesn’t include a pad. You’ll find this mainly in humid areas or places with a high-water table.

One linear foot of carpet or other material is simply one foot measured in a straight line. You typically aren’t going to measure carpet this way. It’s quoted in square feet or square yards.

There are nine square feet in one square yard of carpet.

The amount of carpet you need to cover two rooms varies depending on the room size and configuration. Measure the floor space. Multiply width times length. Do this for both rooms and add the numbers together.

You’ll need between 80 and 110 square feet for 13 stairs. For unique stairwells, you might need more.

Measure indoor/outdoor carpet like you would any other area, taking the width times the length. For patios, make sure to add a couple extra inches to wrap around the edges. Indoor-outdoor carpets cost an average of $3.50 per square foot.

You’ll need enough carpet to cover the entire area of damage to avoid seams. For example, if you have a 4-inch tear in the middle of a hallway, you’ll want enough carpet to stretch from door to door or the next available seam. Depending on the type of carpet you have, you might be able to get a professional to do an invisible seam repair.

One square foot of carpet is one foot long by one foot wide.

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