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Avatar for Rod's Deck Repairs
Rod's Deck Repairs
4.8(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Bessemer, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Rod did such a great job on our fence! He came out as soon as possible to get everything done between some bad weather days. It needed a second coat after, and he kept in touch with us for days the weather would participate and we were both available. The fence looks wonderful! We highly recommend."
Deck
steps
deck
Deck
Deck

+15

Response time6 hrs
Response rate96%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Andrew Muncey's Home Repair
4.3(
232
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Bessemer, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1982

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great guy.. used him for a commercial building that had roof leaks. Very straight forward and reasonably priced.. i now use him for all my properties and repair work. Mr Muncey is the jack of all trades. Give him a call you won’t regret it"
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Left side of the home!
Left rear side of the home!
Right rear side of the home!

+10

Response time11 hrs
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Alabama Deck Restoration
4.8(
22
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Deck or Porch - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Bessemer, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Totally pleased!! New deck looks great, finished beautifully, and working with Jesse and the crew was also a pleasure. We will call them again for projects in the future in a heart beat!! It is such a good feeling to work with people of their caliber. Jim and Mary Vickery"
Response time12 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Alabama Professional Services, Inc.
3.9(
244
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Carpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Bessemer, AL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The consultant was knowledgeable and honest. He told me that I didn't need his services for this project and recommended a different direction for the repairs. I noticed that his business card advertised other services, and I hired him to provide termite protection for both our buildings."
 Encapsulation 1
 Sealed Super Sump
 Sump amd liner
Leaking Wall
Sealed Wall

+3

Response time1 day
506 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

For maximum stability, install grab bars on wall studs, as this will adequately support the weight. However, if you don't have access to studs, you can get by with wall anchors. If opting for the latter, choose specialty hollow wall anchors. 

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

When building a house, it is customary to use 16d nails that measure 3 1/2 inches in length to construct the frame. These nails are crucial in providing the necessary support and stability for structural elements like joists and studs, which ensures a sturdy framework.

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

Baseboards don’t have to be nailed into studs. However, nailing them into studs adds to their stability. When studs aren’t available, you can secure them with drywall nails directly into the drywall and adhesive. Always aim to nail into studs, especially in high-traffic or impact-prone areas.

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