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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

Yes, a one-story house can have a load-bearing wall. The load-bearing walls in a single-story home are usually the exterior walls. If the house has a basement with exposed walls, the arrangement of the beams can help indicate what walls are load-bearing.

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.

Most of the time, you’ll want to use screws on your subfloor rather than nails. Nails can actually weaken plywood, whereas screws can easily penetrate without damage. They also form a more secure connection because of their shape, preventing squeaky floors and tightly holding the subfloor in place. That said, some contractors do prefer nails depending on the type of floor covering because they allow for more flexibility.

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

Learning how to frame a house includes picking the right lumber for the job. Most people will want to pick pine, spruce, or fir for the framing. These types of lumber are affordable and produce sturdy framing for structures. Look for kiln-dried lumber to reduce the risk of shrinkage or insect damage after installation. As part of what’s included in framing a house when you hire a professional, the contractor should order the lumber, so you don’t have to worry about finding the right lumber.

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