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Top-Rated Carpenters in Opelika - Updated Nov 2026

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Baten Construction, LLC
4.5(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Opelika, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

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

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Austins Handyman Services
4.9(
10
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Opelika, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

"Austin Williams did an amazing job!! He pressured washed the deck, docks, house, storage unit, cleaned gutters, repaired rotten wood on the deck and replaced and repaired lattice work around the house. My lake house now looks amazing thanks to Austin’s very hard work. I highly recommended Austin as a handyman because he cares about pleasing his clients and he take a lot of pride his work!"
Deck remodel
Deck remodel
Deck remodel
Deck remodel
Deck remodel

+3

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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

"Hired these guys to build me a deck. They gave me a reasonable price. They showed up on time and did a really great job! Cleaned up after themselves and were very respectful. I have another project I need done and will be calling these guys back!"
Retain Wall Jobs
Retain Wall Jobs
Decks
Decks
Shingle Roofing

+10

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpentry FAQs, answered by experts

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

New builds, remodels, and additions often necessitate professional framing expertise.

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. 

Installing a tongue-and-groove wall requires similar techniques to those associated with installing shiplap. However, because of the precision necessary to make each board fit perfectly and the increased material prices, the cost is higher than that of shiplap installations. Expect to spend between $2 and $6 more per square foot for tongue-and-groove walls versus shiplap ones.

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