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Avatar for Baten Construction, LLC
Baten Construction, LLC
4.6(
12
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Opelika, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!\n\n

Roof remplacement
Roof remplacement
Roof remplacement
Roof remplacement
Roof remplacement

+66

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by54%of homeowners
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Rasnick Construction Services, LLC
5.0(
7
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Opelika, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Brian Rasnick responded quickly, showed up when he said he would, provided a reasonable quote and did an excellent job on the project. The site foreman (Rafael) and the crew were respectful and hardworking! I will be using them in the future and recommend them for all home projects. J. Phillips"
Retain Wall Jobs
Retain Wall Jobs
Decks
Decks
Shingle Roofing

+10

Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Mike Hoff's Home Services
3.8(
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair - For Business+1 more

Serving Opelika, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1973

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Mike did a very good job and took care of about 4 separate home repair jobs/projects for me. These projects included painting, minor carpenter work, and masonry work. Thanks"
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Building Growth Construction
5.0(
3
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Opelika, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had an excellent experience with Building Growth Construction! Mr. Miller was very professional, showed up on time, and did an amazing job on my Vinyl Flooring . The finish was smooth, clean, and looked flawless. He kept the work area tidy and made sure everything was done right before leaving. The pricing was very affordable and the communication was great throughout the entire process. I would definitely recommend Building Growth Construction to anyone needing quality Glucose vinyl And Laminate wood Flooring work!"
Glucose Flooring
Glucose Flooring
Glucose Flooring
Glucose Flooring
Glucose Flooring

+29

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

There are a few easy ways to locate a wall stud without a stud finder. First, try knocking on the wall with your knuckles. Most parts of the wall will sound hollow, but when you tap over a stud, it will sound more solid. Alternatively, since studs are spaced 16 or 24 inches apart, you can measure those distances from a corner of the room, which will always have a stud.

Bump-out additions can extend anywhere from 2 to 15 feet from an existing room. The right size will depend on how you plan to use the new space. For a cantilever bump-out, which doesn't require additional foundation support, the limit is typically 24 inches (2 feet). If a footing and foundation are part of the project, a bump-out can be much larger, even encompassing a whole room. It's also important to remember that many residential properties have limits on the total house size relative to the lot size.

Carpenters are trained to take on a wide range of home projects. You can hire a carpenter to do framing, roofing, build custom furniture, and make significant upgrades to your home. General carpenters are usually able to handle most jobs. However, you may also choose to hire a carpenter who specializes in a specific type of carpentry. 

You may need a permit to install your window seat. Even though it's an indoor modification, some municipalities require permits for any built-ins added to homes. Check with your carpenter or, if you're DIY-ing, do some research on your city's requirements.

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