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Avatar for Best Exteriors Construction Inc

Best Exteriors Construction Inc

5041 College Oak Drive
4.87(
15
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•Approved Pro

Best Exteriors Construction Inc

5041 College Oak Drive
4.87(
15
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
744 local quotes requested

Our company is Diamond Certified and rated A+ with the Better Business Bureau. We have many different finance options available.

"Very professional company and very clean. Work is top notch and I would recommend them to anyone I come in contact with. Great job"

Ron S on March 2024

Our company is Diamond Certified and rated A+ with the Better Business Bureau. We have many different finance options available.

"Very professional company and very clean. Work is top notch and I would recommend them to anyone I come in contact with. Great job"

Ron S on March 2024

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American Home Renewal Inc

310 Shaw Rd
4.82(
125
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American Home Renewal Inc

310 Shaw Rd
4.82(
125
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
893 local quotes requested

American Home Renewal Inc. is a family owned / operated window and siding company. We specialize in new window replacement, exterior siding and doors. We guarantee your satisfaction up front. With our unique Satisfaction First policy you'll make no payments, no deposits until our work is completed to your satisfaction. We provide the highest quality work at a reasonable price. We have 42 employee proud team members. www.renewal.com

"American Home Renewal recently replaced 7 double hung windows in our home. We had 3 window replacement companies come to our home discuss the process and give us estimates. Chris from American Home Renewal was by far the most professional. He spent time with us, accurately described the entire installation process with us and exhibited willingness and patience to hear and understand what we were looking for in the new windows. The American Home Renewal contract was clear, concise and straight forward. The 3 day installation process was fluid and fairly quiet and we were able to work from home. It had a minimal impact on our lives. The crew cleaned up thoroughly every day and took time to make sure we knew how to tilt the windows for eventual cleaning etc. Keith, the Production Manager, checked in a few times during the 3 day installation period to ensure everything was progressing to our satisfaction. We could not be more pleased with American Home Renewal's level of professional service and care."

Jim M on April 2024

American Home Renewal Inc. is a family owned / operated window and siding company. We specialize in new window replacement, exterior siding and doors. We guarantee your satisfaction up front. With our unique Satisfaction First policy you'll make no payments, no deposits until our work is completed to your satisfaction. We provide the highest quality work at a reasonable price. We have 42 employee proud team members. www.renewal.com

"American Home Renewal recently replaced 7 double hung windows in our home. We had 3 window replacement companies come to our home discuss the process and give us estimates. Chris from American Home Renewal was by far the most professional. He spent time with us, accurately described the entire installation process with us and exhibited willingness and patience to hear and understand what we were looking for in the new windows. The American Home Renewal contract was clear, concise and straight forward. The 3 day installation process was fluid and fairly quiet and we were able to work from home. It had a minimal impact on our lives. The crew cleaned up thoroughly every day and took time to make sure we knew how to tilt the windows for eventual cleaning etc. Keith, the Production Manager, checked in a few times during the 3 day installation period to ensure everything was progressing to our satisfaction. We could not be more pleased with American Home Renewal's level of professional service and care."

Jim M on April 2024

Gilbert's Maldonado Painting

5.00(
5
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Gilbert's Maldonado Painting

5.00(
5
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1625 local quotes requested

Our mission is to be a handyman contractor that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Very well."

Raul C on October 2025

Our mission is to be a handyman contractor that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Very well."

Raul C on October 2025

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S.C. Home Repair

Contra Costa County
4.91(
33
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S.C. Home Repair

Contra Costa County
4.91(
33
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
2117 local quotes requested

Full service Home Maintenance & Repair. Specializing in painting, flooring and bathroom/kitchen remodeling. Electrical, plumbing etc. Licensed General Contractor License #1088129

"Josh and his helper did excellent work. The highest peak was over 2 stories and they tackled it like the pros they are. Very nice men and I'm happy with their work."

SANDRA W on September 2025

Full service Home Maintenance & Repair. Specializing in painting, flooring and bathroom/kitchen remodeling. Electrical, plumbing etc. Licensed General Contractor License #1088129

"Josh and his helper did excellent work. The highest peak was over 2 stories and they tackled it like the pros they are. Very nice men and I'm happy with their work."

SANDRA W on September 2025

Hames Construction, Inc

PO Box
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Hames Construction, Inc

PO Box
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America's Best, Inc

Unknown
4.35(
89
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America's Best, Inc

Unknown
4.35(
89
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Customers say: Super punctual
43 years of experience

Cost is determined by the job. Payment terms are upon completion. Additional DBA - America's Best Window Cleaning.

Cost is determined by the job. Payment terms are upon completion. Additional DBA - America's Best Window Cleaning.

STANFORD APPLIED ENGINEERING

365 Reed Street
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STANFORD APPLIED ENGINEERING

365 Reed Street
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60 years of experience

Custom engineered electronics and metal fabrication services

Custom engineered electronics and metal fabrication services

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Auto Glass Now San Francisco

863 Bryant St
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Auto Glass Now San Francisco

863 Bryant St
No reviews yet
38 years of experience

Auto Glass Now is America’s auto glass repair and windshield replacement expert. With free mobile service and a lifetime warranty offered at every one of our over 80 locations, there is no reason to go anywhere else. We offer the best low price guarantee in the industry, and will beat any price. With over 27 years of experience and millions of satisfied customers, give Auto Glass Now a call today!

Auto Glass Now is America’s auto glass repair and windshield replacement expert. With free mobile service and a lifetime warranty offered at every one of our over 80 locations, there is no reason to go anywhere else. We offer the best low price guarantee in the industry, and will beat any price. With over 27 years of experience and millions of satisfied customers, give Auto Glass Now a call today!

Quality carpentry

5.00(
3
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Quality carpentry

5.00(
3
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Customers say: Quick response
Free onsite estimate

We take care of anything from rough to finish carpentry. We do anything such as fences, siding, windows and framing down to baseboard, trim, cabinets and much more. We value quality and take pride in our work. Customer satisfaction is a top priority.

"ENRIQUES WAS VERY PATIENT, CORDIAL AND PROFESSIONAL. HE TOOK THE TIME ASSEMBLE MY QUEEN SIZE BED FROM A MOVE I HAD RECENTLY. IAM VERY PLEASED HOW HE TOOK PRIDE IN HIS WORK!"

APPHIA M on February 2024

We take care of anything from rough to finish carpentry. We do anything such as fences, siding, windows and framing down to baseboard, trim, cabinets and much more. We value quality and take pride in our work. Customer satisfaction is a top priority.

"ENRIQUES WAS VERY PATIENT, CORDIAL AND PROFESSIONAL. HE TOOK THE TIME ASSEMBLE MY QUEEN SIZE BED FROM A MOVE I HAD RECENTLY. IAM VERY PLEASED HOW HE TOOK PRIDE IN HIS WORK!"

APPHIA M on February 2024

HandyAnt Home Repair Remodel and Maintenance

1476 Glenbrook Dr
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HandyAnt Home Repair Remodel and Maintenance

1476 Glenbrook Dr
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A home is one of the biggest investments most people make in their life. I take pride in my work and make sure everything I do is to the highest standards to help protect your investment and keep a well functioning home for you and your family. I have worked many different jobs in the field of residential construction. Electrician, Plumbing, Flooring, Roofing, Rough in Carpentry and Finish Carpentry. So I decided to branch off and work for myself a little over three years ago. I love what I do and I really enjoy leaving work behind that I can be proud of and a satisfied home owner. I have a competent team that has worked with me on many jobs over the years. I am willing to take a look at your job no matter how big or how small for a free estimate. If has to do with home repair or remodeling we have the tools and we can do the job.

A home is one of the biggest investments most people make in their life. I take pride in my work and make sure everything I do is to the highest standards to help protect your investment and keep a well functioning home for you and your family. I have worked many different jobs in the field of residential construction. Electrician, Plumbing, Flooring, Roofing, Rough in Carpentry and Finish Carpentry. So I decided to branch off and work for myself a little over three years ago. I love what I do and I really enjoy leaving work behind that I can be proud of and a satisfied home owner. I have a competent team that has worked with me on many jobs over the years. I am willing to take a look at your job no matter how big or how small for a free estimate. If has to do with home repair or remodeling we have the tools and we can do the job.

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FAQs for wainscoting installation projects in Santa Rosa, 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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