Top 10 Framing Contractors in Oakland, CA
Top questions to ask before hiring a framing contractor
A professional will assist you with scope and estimates, but having a clear idea of what you want to accomplish will help communication.
Do you want professionals to do everything, or do you have the time and skill to do some of the work?
Many projects such as have a DIY component, such as painting or cleanup.
First and foremost, protect yourself and make sure the contractor and any sub-contractors are licensed, bonded and insured.
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Everything You Need to Know About Oakland Framing Contractors
Framing Services isn’t exactly what I’m looking for. Are there more specific services similar to framing contractors available in Oakland?
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How does invoicing/payment work for most Framing Contractor projects in Oakland?
Every project differs, but you should ask any framing contractor for an estimate, before they do any work. In fact, ask for their general payment terms before any framing services work is done.
If the job is large and going to take longer than a day, it's common practice for framing contractors to request a down payment. Usually, this will be around 25% so they can commence work on your framing contractor project.
If it's a quick job, you'll likely be given an invoice/bill when the job is complete. Then it's up to you and the framing contractor to determine if you pay immediately or can send payment at a later date.
What should I check for once my Framing Contractor in Oakland has finished working?
Every framing services project is going to have different results, but here are a few things to check for once any framing services company has told you they've finished the job:
- Obviously you want to do a visual inspection. Even if you're unfamiliar with framing services work, this gives you the opportunity to ask questions (even basic ones like, what did you do?).
- Ask the framing contractor to describe what they did. Whether your framing services project was a repair job or a building job, have them run you through what was done.
- Compare the description provided on your framing services project estimate to the work completed. Did the professional do what was promised?
- Request that the framing contractor do a follow-up visit to check on the work. Most professionals are willing to do this, especially if you ask them.
All Framing Contractors in Oakland, CA
Latest projects near Oakland
I'm flexible
Wrought iron porch enclosure
Outside
Metal
No
Within a week
Build new staircase
Outdoors
Metal
rod iron
No
Yes
I'm flexible
Replace staircase
Outdoors
I'm not sure
Concrete
Yes
I haven't decided
No
Within a week
Build new staircase
Outdoors
Wood
Non-slip, Hardwood
Metal
No
No
Within a week
wheelchair ramp
Outside
Wood
No
I'm flexible
Build new staircase
Outdoors
I haven't decided
I haven't decided
I haven't decided
I haven't decided
No
I'm flexible
add a tread to extand starir case
Outside
Wood
No
I'm flexible
Repair staircase
Rotting wood
Safety risk
Wood
No
Yes
I'm flexible
Repair staircase
Damaged steps, Unstable stairs, Rotting wood
Structural issue
Wood
No
No