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Schopen Construction
5.0(
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Serving Tahoe Vista, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Schopen was dependable and professional. High quality work done on time. Excellent communicator as decisions have to be made and proactive with recommendations."
Alpine Kitchen After
Kings Beach Kitchen Remod.
Railing going up
Dollar Point Addition
Master Bath Remodel

+73

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Sierra Woodworks
5.0(
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Serving Tahoe Vista, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I was very pleased with this contractor, his crew, and the work performed. The contractor was responsive, punctual, and worked around adverse weather conditions. His employees were polite, friendly, and left the work area spotless upon job completion. All material was stained before installation and screwed into place, guaranteeing a finished product that is solid and well protected. This contractor provided an estimate within 7 days of initial inspection and completed the deck project in 2 weeks from start of construction! I have never had or heard of this type of service from any general contractor in the area. We will definitely use him again for any size project that comes along."
Bathroom
Custom hickory bar with metal corner frame.
Redwood deck before stain
Mudroom with custom alder cabinetry and bench.
Alder handrail with decorative rustic metal picket

+21

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sentri Homes
2.1(
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Serving Tahoe Vista, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Found Sentri on Angi. Jeanette and Violet were very pleasant and efficient in getting a contractor to me in the time frame needed. The contractor was excellent and the roof looks great! I would definitely work with them again if I had additional projects."
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Blue Blood Construction
5.0(
5
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Serving Tahoe Vista, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

"I am very satisfied with Eugene’s work on a kitchen and bedroom renovation project in Tahoe City. Throughout the project he was a great communicator. He was responsive and he met his timeline and commitments. The quality of the work did not disappoint. It’s incredibly rare to find a contractor that finishes work on time, and on target, but Eugene is that person. I recommend Eugene without reservation."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Maierhofer Group
5.0(
3
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Serving Tahoe Vista, CA and surrounding areas

Emergency services offered

"In November of 2023, John Maierhof worked on installing two doors on my outdoor shed, as part of a two-man team. John was the team leader. His work was very well done, started on time, completed within the time frame given, and at the price quoted. I can truthfully recommend him for his work."
Looking through what used to be a wall, after opening up the room.
Capuchino Ave, Burlingame CA
Signal Hill Trail, Copperopolis CA
Trim going up
Before

+7

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for carpentry framing installation projects in Tahoe Vista, CA

Both steel and wood can last over 100 years with proper care. However, wood could rot or warp when exposed to moisture, whereas galvanized steel is rotproof, insect-proof, and much more fire-resistant. Steel is friendlier to the environment as it doesn’t require cutting down trees, and the frame can be recycled. The energy-efficiency rating of metal stud framing can be higher than conventional wood construction. Metal studs are easier and quicker to install.

Whether you’re using wood or metal stud framing, follow the “16 on center” rule, meaning you should have a stud every 16 inches. A 20-foot wall spans a total of 320 inches. This works out to 20 spans of 16 inches, plus one starting stud, for a total requirement of 21 studs to frame a 20-foot wall.

Drywall installation costs $1.15 to $2 per square foot on metal stud framing or $2,300 for an average 2,000-square-foot house. The total cost for metal framing and drywall ranges from $20 to $30 per linear foot. Metal frames often seem light, but they can be exceptionally strong once drywall or sheathing is attached.

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