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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

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"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
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Total Home Fencing & Decks
4.7(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Homewood, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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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
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Andrew Muncey's Home Repair
4.3(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Homewood, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1982

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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
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Alabama Deck Restoration
4.8(
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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

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

Serving Homewood, AL and surrounding areas

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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%
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

It's possible to turn your carport into a living space, but there are additional factors to address over turning it into a garage. HVAC, plumbing, and electricity won't be optional, and you'll need finished flooring, drywall, trim work, and legal ceiling height, for starters. Also, keep in mind that living space conversions may require upgrading the foundation underneath, and the permits might be more expensive as well.

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.

One of the most common house framing basics for decades has been using wood for the framing work. However, some framing contractors now suggest using steel frames. Steel is lightweight, resistant to fire, and resistant to moisture, all of which are areas where wood framing could cause problems. However, steel framing is more expensive than wood and limits your ability to insulate the home.

You can choose 5/8-inch plywood or 3/4-inch plywood—anything thinner than these sizes may not withstand the impact of debris propelled by strong winds or can be easily torn off by intruders. Remember that the durability of the wood board is crucial, particularly for safeguarding your windows during severe storms. The effectiveness of using wood boards for protecting the investment you made in your home relies on using the appropriate material and ensuring proper installation.

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