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Avatar for Straight Line Carpentry
Straight Line Carpentry
4.9(
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Homewood, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"From the very beginning everything was first class . Austin showed up on time and got right to work. We changed a couple of things but there was no problem. They were thorough and organized. They cleaned up as they went along. I would highly recommend this company to anyone. ."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Peoples Contracting
4.9(
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Carpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair+3 more

Serving Homewood, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

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Warranties offered

"Scottie and his team were excellent! They stayed in budget and worked with us every step of the way. Scottie and his team replaced all of our vinyl siding with Hardie Board. They also upgraded all of our windows with Premium Argon filled windows and finished our back covered deck. Scottie has formed business relationships with building supply companies to ensure that you have maximum savings with your project; and even encouraged you to price shop. Hands down, utilizing his recommended suppliers saved us thousands of dollars. If you want quality work at a great price point, you won't be disappointed. Remember to be involved and communicate with Scottie. He is easy to talk with, so take time and be proactive. He will appreciate it and so will you."
Response time2 days
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Total Home Fencing & Decks
4.7(
27
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Homewood, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"Mike's quote was competitive with other quotes I got but Mike uses screws instead of nails which I believe is the best way to build a wood fence. He communicated well with regard to schedule and progress. His guys were courteous and professional. Like in most projects, changes have to be made to the original plans and Mike was fair and accommodating. Finally, Mike inspects the work that his guys do and holds them to a high standard of quality. I would definitely recommend him because of the job he did on my project."
Response time5 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Force Construction
5.0(
21
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Homewood, 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%
80 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 Homewood, 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"
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Response time11 hrs
21 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 Homewood, AL and surrounding areas

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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
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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B&D Home Services LLC
4.8(
18
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Homewood, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bryon & Darren were easy to work with and displayed very good carpentry skills. They paid attention to detail and made sure I was satisfied with the completed project. I would certainly recommend them to anyone needing this type of work done. They were professional and stayed within the proposed budget."
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Response time9 hrs
Response rate96%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

Bump-out additions can add some space to a closet without requiring any significant structural work. This entails pushing back the existing rear or side of the closet, simply moving the wall into either an adjacent room or unused space. For ground-floor closets, this could even be extended to the exterior of the home, but that has its own complications. Bump-outs are a good discussion to have with your contractor if you’re just looking to increase the space a little—not renovate the entire closet space.

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.

When hanging a door frame, it’s recommended that you use screws, not nails. Screws are more secure, easier to tighten, and easier to remove if you need to adjust the frame. On average, the cost to replace a door frame is about $400, but you can save on labor costs if you’re confident in your ability to DIY the project. 

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

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