Although I did not use Dougs services, due to me being outside his service area, he spent quite a bit of time educating me on what I should look out for when embarking on my project. He even went as far as looking up my property on google and giving me great suggestions on options for my project based on my orientation and location of my home (possibly a great business idea is to do virtual consults!).I am not surprised by all the other 5 star reviews as Doug really knows his stuff and seemed to be very transparent about his company and also a very good educator. Thanks again Doug for the time you spent talking on the phone with me today.

Doug was very informative and extremely knowledgeable. If he serviced my area would’ve loved to use him on a project I’m working on.

Called to get so.e information as Google recommended this as a carpenter. Apparently deck building is all he does and he was extremely rude after asking if he could fix my house. He yelled derogatory comments in a demeaning way. Then hung up. I do need a deck built. Not from this guy.

I don’t write reviews often but I had to for this business. I’m extremely happy with coastal Carpenter. One rarely finds a carpenter/handyman, contractor etc ...that can do it all and I mean all- there is nothing Douglas cannot do. He is knowledgeable, meticulous and honest. I am definitely going to call him again real soon. If you need something done right, call coastal carpenter, you will not be disappointed I guarantee it. I can tell Doug loves what he does because it shows . So happy my neighbor referred coastal carpenter to me. I already told all my neighbors so he is going to be super busy. Thank you.

We had a deck which was poorly built and Coastal Carpenter took it apart and rebuilt it like new!VERY reasonable price and GREAT quality work. Definitely recommend and will be reaching out if and when additional work is needed

Doug was professional and helped us to plan the transition from wood to a composite deck. His price was reasonable and the work was completed in just a few days. We are pleased with the beautiful new structure.

This was one of the best experiences for our remodel. Coastal Carpenter came and did exactly what we wanted. Our deck was 30 plus years old and horrible looking. We now have a beautiful work of art. The price was amazing and the work professional. You will be most pleased with this company.

We had a gazebo that was literally falling apart. The company that originally built it for us was long out of business. Coastal Carpenter came in and fabricated a bunch of custom wooden parts to replace ones that had rotted, including 2 of the main support posts and 2 of the main rafters as well as a bunch of smaller parts. The super structure was rebuilt with stronger parts and better fasteners, the wooden parts all beautifully painted and the vinyl parts all pressure cleaned until they gleamed. The whole job took less than a week and the price was reasonable. We were very pleased with the result.

I used Doug Taylor of Coastal Carpenter on a project at one of my properties and I was really impressed with his level of detail. He completed the work in the time that he estimated and his cost was lower than the other bids that I got for the project. I was so happy with the work that I used him again recently on another project at a different house and he completed this work in similar fashion. I would recommend him to others. Its nice to find someone that is knowledgeable and trustworthy.

I have come to count on Doug for over 8 years to come to my rescue. He is meticulous and often adds to the work by advising me on fix it issues I am missing in the maintenance of my home. A really nice fella!

Doug Taylor and his crew were excellent to work with. Ive used them 3 times with great results. They were both prompt and through. Doug clearly saw what I wanted to do and how to do it effectively and efficiently. I would not hesitate to use them again in the future.

Coastal Carpenter is detail oriented. Problem solving is their specialty! Completley happy.

Doug Taylor, Coastal Carpenter, is performing work for us at our house in Vista, CA. He’s doing very good work at a rate that is reasonable for all concerned. Doug has gone out of his way to make himself available at times that are convenient for us. We have an ongoing project that he’s currently working on and is demonstrating that he truly is a jack of all trades. I highly recommend him.

I had a rotten beam that was supposed to be supporting my third level balcony. Doug and his crew braced the balcony and replaced the beam with a new properly primed and painted beam at a very reasonable cost. I would hire him for any additional work I need done around my property!

Coastal Carpenter replaced an exterior deck and staircase for us and did an exceptional job. They are honest, dependable and go above and beyond what is required for the job. The work was of high quality, perfomed on schedule and at a fair price. Definitely would (and have) recommended him to others.

NOT JUST A CARPENTERDoug and his team have bailed me out of very sticky situations on numerous occasions. Plumbing, electrical, carpentry. Doug first did some work for me on a house I bought in Vista nearly 5 years ago that was in need of both electrical, plumbing and carpentry work. With a meticulous eye for detail, Doug was able to do the work that saved me a lot of money, and time. The savings were reallocated to other projects which really helped me out. The deck had to be completely replaced, while some electrical had to be upgraded. The plumbing was in need of some upgrading as well. Other projects to be listed later.Job Well done!!Semper Fi

Douglas helped me with a shade cover for my patio. Even though it was a smaller job he was awesome. We picked up materials and he stayed until it was finished. Thanks Doug!

I am posting this review for my friend, Pat Hall, who wants to spread the word about Dougs good work but had trouble posting it herself...I have had Doug do several projects around my house. First, he put in a back door and ramp off my back bedroom, then he put up a free-standing awning that a handyman could not install because he couldnt figure out how to do it. Doug put up this awning all by himself, and its quite heavy and awkward.When I first met Doug shortly after moving into my home, Doug noticed that the water heater was not vented. The building inspector failed to notice this and did not report it. Doug said that the water heater door, which faces outside, was not up to code and the heat buildup could cause a fire.On further examination, Doug noticed that, yes, a small fire had occurred and melted a plastic part. Doug immediately went to the hardware store, bought a vent plate, cut the proper opening in the door and installed the vented plate.I do not hesitate to leave Doug alone in my home while he works if Im gone. He is very honest, is good to my dogs and his prices are very reasonable -- so reasonable, in fact, that I add to my payment and chastise him for not asking for more.

Doug Taylor replaced my rotting old stairs with new ones that he custom made for me, he is a incredibly thorough, and attention detailed carpenter also very reasonable cost, I will definitely call him again for future projects.

Doug built a custom arched patio gate for my project in Vista, a one of a kind artistic effort. The picture is on his website. You will get quality at a fair price.

1/15/2019... I was introduced to Doug Taylor( general contractor) by my tenant last week. He was called to address a situation at my rental. It only took 10 minutes for Doug to explain thoroughly how he suggested to remedy the problem. The problem was fixed in a professional timely manner. He put everything into perspective for me. Doug is honest, reasonable, on time and hes a family man AND he returns calls! Ive already made a punch list of the things I need to have done to the house. Doug (Coastal Carpenter) will be doing the work. Thanks Doug.

I’ve been very satisfied with the service provided me by Doug at Coastal Carpenter. He is extremely meticulous in every aspect of the work he’s doing and he works with the client to make it as economical as possible. He is also a general contractor, so he is knowledgeable and experienced enough to do just about anything you might need. I am very happy with the work he has done for me and will be working with him for future projects.

Doug, from Coastal Carpenter came over to my home and inspected a load bearing wall in the front of my home. He found that the original home builder put in a 6x12 false beam used as articturaul detail. It started to separated from the load bearing wall and put undue stress on the wall. Doug removed and fixed the load bearing wall very quick and effiently which will save me thousands of dollars in future home repairs. I highly recommend thim for anyone looking for a honest and fair general contractor.