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Force Construction
5.0(
21
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Bessemer, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Repaired vinyl siding on 19 year old home and matched the color very good and did the work efficiently and were professional at all times. Will use them again for sure. Thanks Force Construction I"
Response time1 day
Response rate99%
77 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

Approved

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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Beautiful Mount Olive, Alabama Home!
Left side of the home!
Left rear side of the home!
Right rear side of the home!

+10

Response time11 hrs
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Troy Built Remodeling
4.8(
26
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Bessemer, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I don t give many 5 star rating, but Troy has earned it. He communicates well, is faithful with scheduling, conscientious in his work, trustworthy and responsible. I don t think I ve ever been more pleased with a carpenter."
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
M.O. Holt Construction Services, LLC
4.6(
53
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Deck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Bessemer, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Marvin with M.O. Holt Construction did an amazing job on William’s man cave. His craftsmanship and attention to detail were excellent, and he went above and beyond to make sure everything was done right. He was professional, dependable, and took real pride in his work. The finished room looks fantastic. I highly recommend M.O. Holt Construction and will be hiring Marvin again for more projects."
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

Most load-bearing walls are exterior, though they can also be interior.

Begin by analyzing the blueprints and gathering the proper materials before framing a house. With the prep stages behind you, begin by framing the floor of a house on the newly set foundation. Exterior and interior walls come next, along with rough openings for doors and windows. Contractors will then add ceiling and roof rafters to finish things off. 

Using a steel frame may raise the value of your home. Steel is more heat resistant, has better longevity, and doesn’t need any upkeep compared to traditional wood. You can also customize a steel build a little easier than other materials like brick, concrete, and vinyl—which have trouble bending and adapting to renovations.

Yes, you can find ceiling joists using simple tools if a stud finder isn't available.

Using a hammer requires patience and a keen ear. Gently tap the ceiling in a grid pattern, listening for sound changes. A hollow sound indicates space between joists, while a solid, dull thud suggests a joist. Mark the location with a pencil and confirm by tapping from different angles.

Alternatively, you can use a nail, but this method will leave small holes. You'll feel increased resistance when the nail hits a joist. Mark the spot and repeat the process every 16 or 24 inches to map the joist locations. This method is considered less reliable than using a stud finder.

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