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Avatar for Rod's Deck Repairs
Rod's Deck Repairs
4.8(
97
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Bessemer, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Rod's deck repair is a very professional company with and unbeatable price for the service. I would recommend him for your deck repair and restoration needs."
Deck
steps
deck
Deck
Deck

+15

Response time6 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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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%
73 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"
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
20 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

Approved

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
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%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

Approved

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
Avatar for Harris Lawn and Tree Maintenance
Harris Lawn and Tree Maintenance
4.7(
138
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Bessemer, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

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
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Joists do distribute their load to beams, but they don’t sit on top of the beams. Instead, home builders nail or screw the joists directly to the beams such that the end of the joist butts up against the edge of the beam. Beams can sit on other beams for support, but you’ll never see a joist sitting on top of a beam or another joist.

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.

While some highly experienced homeowners can frame a house independently, it is not advisable. You will need ample carpentry experience, a team of helpers, and professionals to sign off on your work to meet local building codes. For the safest outcome, we recommend buying or building a house with the guidance of professionals.

Traditionally, bungalows are single-story homes, although having a half or partial story on top of the first floor is common. While adding a second story to a bungalow is certainly possible, the home would no longer be considered a bungalow by the strictest definition.

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.

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