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Peoples Contracting
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Carpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair+3 more

Serving Chelsea, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

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"Scottie re-screened my porch and attached them with pvc trim that is permanent and makes it much easier to replace individual screen sections in the future. Beautiful job, reasonable price and completed the job in 1 day. He even brought his chain saw and cut some small trees that were too close to the porch at no additional cost. He also pointed out that my deck needed repairs for stability and safety. I am waiting on his estimate and certain that I will hire him for that job as well. I highly recommend him as a carpentry contractor."
Response time2 days
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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EPIC Home Services, LLC
4.1(
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Carpentry Framing - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Chelsea, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1976

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Had our stair balusters swapped from wood to metal crew did a great job would highly recommend. Also have had concrete work done around my barn with Steve did a great job. Steve's crew has also replaced the tile in my kitchen and dining room and laundry room did an excellent job they have installed recessed lights in my living room and bedroom top notch totally recommend this company Steve is a great person to work with. Steve and his crew are very professional work is done on time and at the contracted price"
Response time1 day
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Alabama Porch + Patio LLC
4.4(
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Chelsea, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We hired Mark to build a screen porch with sunspace 3 season windows and it was a great decision. The craftsmanship is perfection. From the design to the build, we were truly impressed. It was a first class experience and good value for the money spent too!"
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

When deciding whether to use nails or screws for framing, the specific needs of the project must be taken into account. Nails have long been the go-to option for framing due to their affordability, ease of installation, and ability to withstand shear forces. They are perfect for structural framing projects where fast assembly is essential. In contrast, screws offer exceptional holding power and are particularly useful in situations requiring increased strength and resistance to pull-out forces. For projects that prioritize accuracy and long-lasting quality, screws may be the preferred option, though nails remain a dependable and efficient choice.

A cross brace for a fence gate should stretch from the top corner of the gate’s hinge side to the bottom corner of its latch side at a 45-degree angle to the bottom of the gate. This positioning distributes the bulk of the gate’s weight to the base of the post, taking pressure off the top hinge.

Duration varies by project size, but average-sized homes typically take a weeks.

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.

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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