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Avatar for McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
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Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Throughout our project, their general construction services were consistently professional and reliable. They managed every detail flawlessly, ensuring a smooth and efficient process from start to finish."
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by24%of homeowners
Northstar Custom Carpentry
4.6(
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Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired this contractor for a pergola rebuild due to water damage. Chris the owner is a finish carpenter and does extremely high quality work. Came out on a Saturday started the job on Monday and it extended for nearly 2 weeks. He was very meticulous in his planning and execution. Also had to work in harmony with a roofer handling that part of the repair. A challenge occurred in accommodating the structure and attaching the gutters and Chris came up with the ideal plan. Chris worked with a helper who was qualified as well for the work delegated to him. I am extremely pleased with the outcome and certainly would hire Chris again as appropriate."
 Salvaged redwood gate
 Built-in china hutch
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Outdoor kitchen

+59

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Basnett Construction
5.0(
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Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Kyle helped us repair roof rot before reroofing and replaced many doors and windows including interior and exterior trim fabrication. Kyle is fastidious and a great communicator."
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Bath Tile Remodel

+7

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Blueprint Construction
New to Angi

Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We pride ourselves on being the best Handyman company in the area.\n\nWe've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing.\n\nBeing a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!\n\n M-F 9-6

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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OM Construction Inc
4.7(
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Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent, detailed work on all projects with reasonable prices initially hired for plastering work was so good hired Tony to repair a roof , patio renovation, stair renovation. Referred to neighbors"
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+86

Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Kincaid Development Inc
5.0(
56
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Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1968

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Joe Kincaid is a great contractor.  I first met Joe back in Fall of 2014 when I was looking at contractors to do a remodel of a home that I had just purchased.  The home was built in 1959 and many parts of it were original.  I wanted to upgrade the electrical box and grounding as well as replace a few of the lights.  There were a some other items I was pricing out with him, such as a small roof repair and a small bathroom remodel.  

It was on a Sunday morning, when Joe called me around 8:00 AM that my simple remodel changed completely.  We were about a week into the project.  Fortunately, Joe stopped by the house that morning early to check up on the work progress.  When he arrived, he found that my cold water line had burst under the house overnight.  The entire house was under several inches of water.  Joe was instrumental in helping me get the repairs started by first contacting a flood/mold remediation company to dry out the house.  

In the end, I had to do a complete home remodel.  Every room was affected.  Including what we were originally planning on renovating, Joe replaced the flooring (tile and wood laminate), baseboards, drywall, painting, electrical plugs, breaker box, roofing repairs, new shower tiling in the master and new shower/tub in the 2nd bathroom, new vanities in both bathrooms, new cabinets and counters in the kitchen and much more.  Joe got the work done on time and on budget.  If I could change anything, I would have used Joe for the copper re-pipe I had to do inside the house after the flood.  Even then, Joe noticed and helped take care of issues that the plumber left unfinished.  Joe became my eyes and ears during the project.  His communication was great!

Earlier this year, I had another water line problem at the house.  This time the water main line was leaking underground between the street and my house.  My first call was to Joe.  He stopped by that day and called me with his recommendations.  We decided to replace an area of the copper pipe that was leaking.  Hopefully this will be the solution as the rest of the pipe looked OK.  It was certainly a lot less expensive than replacing the whole line. Joe was thorough and did a great job both times I have used him.  I like how he is willing to give options to meet my budget and best of all, I trust what he says."
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Deck/Patio

+3

Recommended by100%of homeowners
IY Development & Renovation
4.9(
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Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Working with Ilan and IY Development and Renovation INC was an absolute pleasure. We hired them for a complete interior remodel, and they transformed our space into something truly spectacular. Ilan has an eye for design and was able to incorporate our style while making it feel new and elevated. The attention to detail and the quality of work are top-notch, and the team was incredibly respectful of our home throughout the process. Highly recommended for anyone looking for seamless renovations!"
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Cielo Construction Company
4.6(
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Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Sam and his professional team to remodel our master bathroom, guest bathroom, remove some lighting and to install recessed lights in the kitchen. We are very pleased with the work they did! All the bathrooms are gorgeous and the recessed lights are perfect. Sam and the crew worked at the house every day until the remodeling was completed. They worked very professionally and efficient. Definitely perfect craftsmanship. Sam was also easy person to work and talk with, very comit man to all of our requests. We’ve absolutely found our contractor!"
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Michael J Dove
4.7(
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Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1981

Free estimates

"They were great.  They called prior to coming to confirm their arrival time.  I added a couple items to the list of things I needed done and it was not a problem.  It took several hours to complete everything and they were courteous and checked with me along the way to ensure things were done as I wished and placed where wanted.  Nate was great and I have recommended him to several of my friend who needed electric work completed.
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+16

Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Bath Doctor LLC
5.0(
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Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had a leak in our dining room ceiling because of a leak in our kid's bathroom above. We received many quotes to repair and replace, or remodel, the entire bathroom. The quotes ranged in price from $7000 to $20,000 and everywhere in between. And materials for the tub, walls and floor varied even more. Bath Doctor was not only the least expensive, they were the most responsive, really listening to and addressing our concerns. They also took the least amount of time to do the job--just 3 days and provided the longest lasting warranties on their work--lifetime on the materials which were all waterproof and low maintenance. It's been almost three months since they completed the work and we haven't had any leakage or any other problems since they fixed it. They definitely deserve a 5-Star rating and we will certainly use them again to fix our master bathroom."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Santa Barbara, CA

Hiring a pro to refinish wooden stairs means labor makes up 20% to 30% of your total budget. That price covers sanding, staining, and sealing each step. In most cases, a certified refinisher can tackle a 10-step staircase in about two hours, then apply stain and sealant for a durable, eye-catching finish that stands up to daily traffic.

A pro can sand a standard 10-step staircase in roughly two hours, then needs another four to six hours for each coat of stain and sealant to dry. DIYers should budget up to a week for sanding, staining, and sealing in stages. With a crew on site, the bulk of the work is completed in a single day, minimizing disruptions while still achieving a high-quality finish.

It’s possible to refinish stairs without full-scale sanding by using chemical strippers, power buffers, or simply layering a fresh finish over the existing coat. Chemical strippers break down old stains and sealants, while buffers quickly shave off surface material. Even so, a quick hand-sand with fine-grit paper helps the new finish bond properly and look smooth. As always, suit up in protective gear and follow product directions to keep your wood—and yourself—safe.

For most stair projects, you’ll want two sandpaper grits. Begin with 80- to 120-grit to strip the old finish and even out rough spots, then move to 150- to 220-grit for a smooth, ready-for-stain surface. A power sander speeds up the coarse pass, but switches to hand sanding with the fine grit in corners and along edges to keep abrasion even and give stain or sealer something to grab onto.

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