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Avatar for Andrew Muncey's Home Repair
Andrew Muncey's Home Repair
4.3(
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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"
Our guys working hard on a hot day!
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
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Troy Built Remodeling
4.8(
25
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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

"Troy and his team did a remarkable job with my deck and patio door replacement. They were prompt, efficient, expert and courteous always. The one quality of their work I was most impressed with was their desire to go above and way beyond expectations. We were so pleased we have other projects we will send their way to complete. When considering Troy Builders you won’t be disappointed at all based on our experience with their business. AAA"
Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Harris Lawn and Tree Maintenance
4.7(
137
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Bessemer, AL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys are real prows! They attack the job with a no nonsense attitude, work as a team, and make sure they understand exactly what the homeowner really wants to be done. I am thoroughly satisfied with their work and I wholeheartedly would recommend them to others."
Tree topping
Lawn care
pressure washing
walk behind mowers
any type

+6

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%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

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We at M.O. Holt Construction Services, LLC, are a locally owned and operated company with over 20 years of industry experience. We value honesty, integrity, in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in handyman, carpentry work, and a variety of related service and repair projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as, our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction! Call today for a free estimate!

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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

The primary parts of a house that need framing during construction are floors, exterior walls, interior walls, and the roof. The framing in these areas provides the skeleton for adding other materials over the top. With walls, for example, contractors can hang drywall over the interior walls and siding over the outside of the exterior walls. Proper framing ensures a sturdy house that is built to last.

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.

Framing with metal studs can be significantly faster than using wooden studs, provided you have some experience working with the material. While you can use virtually instant pneumatic nailers with wood, metal requires installing screws. However, because metal is lighter, straighter, usually comes cut-to-length, and doesn't require sorting for the best pieces, you can save significant time using metal instead of wood.

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