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Sloss Construction, LLC
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair+2 more

Serving Gordo, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"The project was top notch. Not only did they constantly show up on time, but they finished the project on schedule and the final project turned out great beautifully I am very pleased with Sloss Construction. Sloss Construction will give you fair pricing and a good clean up after work is completed. A very nice and friendly man. A â­ â­ â­ â­ â­ 5.0 with recommendation."
Response time11 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Alabama Professional Services, Inc.
3.9(
244
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Carpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Gordo, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

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
553 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Nailed It, LLC
New to Angi
Deck or Porch - RepairFurniture - Build Custom

Serving Gordo, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

At Nailed It LLC, we believe quality work and reliability still matter. We provide professional handyman and home improvement services throughout North Mississippi, including repairs, remodeling, flooring, painting, roofing, decks, porches, bathrooms, kitchens, and more. Our goal is simple: show up when we say we will, do quality work, and leave every customer satisfied. We are committed to earning your trust. Free estimates.

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4 C's Elite Service
New to Angi
Carpentry Framing - RepairCloset - BuildExterior Shutters - Repair or Restore+6 more

Serving Gordo, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

4 Cs Elite Service is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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

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.

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.

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. 

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.

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