

[envira-gallery id=”4044″] “Do It Yourself” products and services have afforded consumers new opportunities when it comes to remodeling; however knowing when to DIY can be the key to project success. In certain situations finding the right trade specialist will make a huge impact on your project timeline and finished results. If you do plan to hire out; getting a referral from a friend or family member is one of the best ways to find a solid contractor. Additionally, here are some key situations we recommend hiring a railing specialist for your project: Custom Railing Systems No matter what building materials have been selected, custom railing considerations will often require the use of a specialist. Projects that involve on site welding or steel fabrication are good examples. Designs that promote winding stairways, radius rail sections and mounting railings to steel beams are some of the most common custom railing applications. Other custom installation considerations may include: spiral staircases raised and cantilevered deck and railing construction wall removal and structural renovations waterproofing and flashing prior to installation epoxied connections sloped or ramped railing installations Material Innovations and New Products One of the best times to hire a railing specialist is when selecting the newest products or the latest most innovative materials. Your installer should be well versed and able to educate you about new products. They should be able to provide examples and answer any product questions you may have. If utilizing the most modern and unique designs is your goal; consider using a specialist. Specialty products often come with a long lifespan and great value to the consumer; however they can also pose a strong a learning curve and unique considerations that a well versed installer will recognize prior to construction. Stairway Remodeling and Construction To put it simply; constructing stairs can be a challenge. Complex angles, turns and returns often require on site templating and fabrication. Code requirements for stairs can be difficult to comprehend and could require building inspections. Regardless of the type of materials selected, custom handrails for your stairs may require special equipment or advanced wood joinery techniques, which may require a high level of skill. Consider hiring a contractor if you plan to remodel your stairs. [envira-gallery id=”4050″] California Cable Railing and Glass Railing Specialists For more than a decade San Diego Cable Railings has been producing some of the highest quality and most attractive railing systems available. We offer engineered railing systems and turnkey sales and installation estimation services for popular modern railing systems. Our customers are afforded the ability to obtain pricing and hire a railing specialist in the same place; easily and effectively. SDCR products include the most popular cable, glass and hybrid railing systems; outdoor lighting, gates and more. If you would like to speak to one of our railing professionals; give us a call at 844-277-7327 or visit the quote request page today.
Hiring Cable Railing Contractors- Finding the right contractor for a home remodeling project can be challenging, however it is a very important step to starting a renovation. The right trade specialist can make a huge impact when it comes the the end results of any installation. In this weeks blog we will provide some tips about hiring a contractor, and share some of our own experience from working with hundreds of contractors across the country. -Hire A Specialist Hiring a specialty contractor means they should be expert level providers of the products and services that are being offered. Some good examples of specialty contractors are window installers, deck builders, and roofers. These trades typically stick to the specialized type of work they perform. For example: the window installer is not likely a good candidate for your paid cable railing installation; even if they did a great job on your windows. A deck builder or carpenter who has performed several cable railing installations on previous jobs could be a great find. Don’t hesitate to ask contractors for photos of previous projects, web addresses or even reviews from previous customers. Choosing a contractor over a DIY application should mean hiring a true PRO. -Product Knowledge Cable railing contractors should have knowledge about the products they are installing. Nobody desires to pay a premium for a contractor to learn on the job. Your contractor should be able to educate you about the products and installation that is being performed. A good contractor will make you feel comfortable providing information about the questions you may have. It’s OK to ask questions and its always better to ask them before the project starts. -Payment Licensed contractors should not ask for much money up front. In California a 10% deposit is the maximum amount allowed prior to performance of any work. A request for a 50% down payment is illegal and likely a huge red flag. Good contractors manage jobs and finance their own projects. Larger jobs may require progress payments but you should never pay a large amount of money before the work is performed. -Get a Referral Referral based business is still one of the best ways to find good contractors. At San Diego Cable Railings we have preferred contractors in San Diego, Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay area. If you are interested in a contractor referral please give us a call or submit a quote request today. 1-844-277-7327 –
DIY deck railings can offer significant cost savings for do it yourselfers, but how do you know when it’s time to hire a pro? San Diego Cable Railings has you covered! Our professional sales and production staff combines expert product knowledge and preferred contractor referrals to deck railing specialists. This weeks blog post contains a few examples of common building conditions for both DIY and professional installation. -Ground level decks and straight line scenarios are great candidates for DIY deck railings. Cable fencing projects can also be a common DIY scenario because few specialty tools are required. Many homeowners have built a fence or two; and with a few tricks cable fencing can be done easily and effectively. Lower elevations mean safer working conditions and working on flat ground is less intimidating to novice installers. Wooden posts and rails are less expensive and typically more forgiving than steel. Raised decks, balconies, and structural retrofit projects are more commonly installed by professionals. Skilled deck builders and cable railing installers understand the framing components and loads associated with these types of structures. Construction performed at 10-20 feet off the ground requires a certain skill set, and can be dangerous without proper tooling and fall protection. San Diego Cable Railings preferred contractors have constructed hundreds of decks and railings all over California. It is important to remember that there is no “one size fits all” scenario when it comes to cable railings and deck construction projects. Homeowners and contractors must evaluate the challenges and practicality of each individual project, as well as the skill level of the installer. Our pre made cable railing kits provide detailed instructions and swage less cable fittings for DIY install with minimal tools. For more complex installations we offer accurate installation estimates and referrals to trained professionals. We recommend using licensed contractors that have specific experience with our products to ensure safety and success. If you have questions about DIY deck railings or cable railing installers, give us a call or visit the quote request page today! 844-277-7327