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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

Kyle Beym Home Improvement

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Kyle Beym Home Improvement

4.45(
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
3140 local quotes requested
17 years of experience

We provide home and some commercial remodeling services and general maintenance. I am licensed, bonded, and insured as a General B Contractor. I have been in business working solely from referrals, having spent 17 years working in various trade capacities of construction. I provide free estimates to Orange, and eastern Los Angeles. I take pride in my work, consider myself an artist, and love my job, that's why I'm personally involved in all the work we do for you.

"Kyle was punctual, easy to work with, performed all tasks very well, and left each work area spotless when he was finished. This was a great experience!"

Kathy H on March 2024

We provide home and some commercial remodeling services and general maintenance. I am licensed, bonded, and insured as a General B Contractor. I have been in business working solely from referrals, having spent 17 years working in various trade capacities of construction. I provide free estimates to Orange, and eastern Los Angeles. I take pride in my work, consider myself an artist, and love my job, that's why I'm personally involved in all the work we do for you.

"Kyle was punctual, easy to work with, performed all tasks very well, and left each work area spotless when he was finished. This was a great experience!"

Kathy H on March 2024

Waterjet Marble and Tile Design, Inc.

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Waterjet Marble and Tile Design, Inc.

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

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.

D & S WINDOW COVERING

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D & S WINDOW COVERING

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27 years of experience

Free intallation on orders more than $300.00

Free intallation on orders more than $300.00

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Jeffrey

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Jeffrey

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

At Jeffrey’s handyman services, we offer a large array of services from installing ceiling fans to taking your dog a bath. Installing light fixtures, switches and outlets is definitely a breeze. Servicing the Southeast Los Angeles region, Jeffrey’s handyman service takes pride in their work and works hard to complete the job with you feeling grateful that you chose our service. After carefully hearing your needs, we will take the appropriate approach to ensure your needs are met. Thank you for your time and careful consideration. We look forward to speaking with you.

"Jeffrey did stellar work. He wanted to finish the job, even when it seemed impossible. I commend his perseverance and desire to do a better job than the original. Incredibly friendly and very communicative. I highly recommend him to get the job done right!"

Jill K on July 2024

At Jeffrey’s handyman services, we offer a large array of services from installing ceiling fans to taking your dog a bath. Installing light fixtures, switches and outlets is definitely a breeze. Servicing the Southeast Los Angeles region, Jeffrey’s handyman service takes pride in their work and works hard to complete the job with you feeling grateful that you chose our service. After carefully hearing your needs, we will take the appropriate approach to ensure your needs are met. Thank you for your time and careful consideration. We look forward to speaking with you.

"Jeffrey did stellar work. He wanted to finish the job, even when it seemed impossible. I commend his perseverance and desire to do a better job than the original. Incredibly friendly and very communicative. I highly recommend him to get the job done right!"

Jill K on July 2024

AK PRO CONSTRUCTION

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AK PRO CONSTRUCTION

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18 years of experience

WE ARE WORKING SPECIALTY JAPANESE DESIGN AND QUALITY CONSTRUCTION SERVICE AK PRO CONSTRUCTION, INC. is a trustworthy company and offers customers an honest, reliable and affordable service. We pride ourselves in providing high quality workmanship with the highest level of customer service at an economical price. Try our Japanese quality service. We work hard.

WE ARE WORKING SPECIALTY JAPANESE DESIGN AND QUALITY CONSTRUCTION SERVICE AK PRO CONSTRUCTION, INC. is a trustworthy company and offers customers an honest, reliable and affordable service. We pride ourselves in providing high quality workmanship with the highest level of customer service at an economical price. Try our Japanese quality service. We work hard.

Stock Window & Door

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Stock Window & Door

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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Dave Rucker Construction

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Dave Rucker Construction

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Free onsite estimate

Very clean, on time and do exactly what we have agreed

Very clean, on time and do exactly what we have agreed

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Coast View Plumbing and Restoration

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Coast View Plumbing and Restoration

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

At Coast View Plumbing and Restoration, timing is everything! We are a top rated plumbing , leak detection and water damage repair and restoration company proudly serving the surrounding areas for over 20 years. Our 1st priority is getting you back on track and restoring your property in a timely manner. This includes having our entire team of professionals help you throughout the process. We are unique amongst restoration companies, as our staff includes 20 plus years of professional home and commercial insurance claim adjusters. We pride ourselves in high rate of insurance claim approval because of our knowledge and thx detailed documentation. We make extra effort to get your claim presented completely and approved. LICENSE# 516246.

"Response was amazing and fast. Arrived on time and kept me fully informed. Professional with complete set of moisture/ leak detection tools. Answered all our questions. Would love to recommend them."

Shanoa G on August 2022

At Coast View Plumbing and Restoration, timing is everything! We are a top rated plumbing , leak detection and water damage repair and restoration company proudly serving the surrounding areas for over 20 years. Our 1st priority is getting you back on track and restoring your property in a timely manner. This includes having our entire team of professionals help you throughout the process. We are unique amongst restoration companies, as our staff includes 20 plus years of professional home and commercial insurance claim adjusters. We pride ourselves in high rate of insurance claim approval because of our knowledge and thx detailed documentation. We make extra effort to get your claim presented completely and approved. LICENSE# 516246.

"Response was amazing and fast. Arrived on time and kept me fully informed. Professional with complete set of moisture/ leak detection tools. Answered all our questions. Would love to recommend them."

Shanoa G on August 2022

Andrade construction

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Andrade construction

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21 years of experience

Over ten years experience

Over ten years experience

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FAQs for wainscoting installation projects in Santa Ana, 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.

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