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Alabama Professional Services, Inc.
3.9(
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Carpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Altoona, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did a good job. I was just hoping it would stop my wood floors from creaking but they are worse. Overall believe the work done will be good for the house support though"
 Encapsulation 1
 Sealed Super Sump
 Sump amd liner
Leaking Wall
Sealed Wall

+3

Response time1 day
493 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Wright Co. Woodshop, LLC
5.0(
4
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Altoona, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Zack was prompt and did absolutely everything he promised and more! He worked in a 100 year old home and still managed to make every line straight, not an easy thing to do in an old house. I totally recommend Zack!"
Broom Closet
Sink ready for phase 2
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Brushed Brass Hardware
Nice Lines

+5

Response time1 day
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Broken Board LLC
New to Angi
Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Altoona, AL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

I provide full-service fence care to keep your property looking its best. Services include power washing and soft washing to remove dirt, mold, and grime, repairing broken boards or panels, and painting or staining for a fresh, long-lasting finish. I handle wood, vinyl, and composite fences with care, using professional-grade supplies and tools. Reliable, detail-focused, and committed to quality, just access to water is required! Whether you need routine maintenance, a full repaint, or repairs after wear and tear, I’ll make your fence look like new. Affordable, professional, and hassle-free—your satisfaction is my priority.

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A Southern Fix
New to Angi
Deck or Porch - RepairExterior Shutters - Install or Replace - For BusinessExterior Shutters - Repair or Restore+1 more

Serving Altoona, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

Owner of A Southern Touch by TJ offering reliable handyman services across Alabama. Skilled in drywall, carpentry, minor electrical/plumbing, painting, TV mounting, pressure washing, and general repairs. I focus on honest pricing, quality work, and getting the job done right the first time. No job too small—dependable service you can trust.

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Stick frames, metal frames, or prefabricated concrete frames are included in framing a house, along with creating the framework and space for windows, doors, and entryways. Other aspects of developing a home—like drywall, insulation, windows, doors, and more—are not included in the cost to frame a house.

Framing a house with steel generally takes less time—around five to eight weeks—than most building materials. The steel components can also be made quickly off-site and manufactured with pre-punched holes for running piping and electrical wiring, which will lessen the prep work and extra labor during construction.

No rules state how much of a load-bearing wall can be removed. Rather, you need to adequately support any area that is removed. Support should always be added to as much wall area is being removed. Failing to support the area properly will result in structural damage.

When choosing a drywall anchor, consider the weight of the object you're hanging and how much weight the anchor will need to support. The heavier the weight, the stronger the anchor you'll need. You’ll find the weight capacity on the packaging when shopping for anchors. 

Also, remember that you can use more than one anchor when hanging something on the wall. If you're using multiple anchors, divide the object weight by the number of anchors to determine how much each will need to support. If you need help deciding which drywall anchor to use, you can hire a handyperson to hang your objects. 

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

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