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Avatar for Lovell Construction
Lovell Construction
4.8(
44
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Deck or Porch - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Rainbow City, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Does an amazing job. We had a large deck built onto our house.Very professional, always showed up on time. Price was very fair, especially for the quality of craftsmanship. He does not cut corners to rush anything. You can tell he takes a lot of pride in what he builds. Deck turned out perfect, built to last and very sturdy. Would highly recommend."
Response time11 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Talus Construction
5.0(
10
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Rainbow City, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Chris did more than just a fence. While he was here he also stained our log cabin home and he explained when we would need to stain it again, he didn't just build a beautiful fence around my home but he also built one around the ac unit to keep my dog out, also he help me on small task out of his kindess: move a cement block out of the way of the fence that I couldn't lift, make a hole for my chicken coop so the lamp cord would go though, and he even cared about how to explain for everything how to maintain thre fence for it to last for years. Chris and his dad are really kind hearted people who care about the quality of work they do. My husband and I both adore their character and them as people. We are planning to have them back for soon future projects."
The sidewalk
Original
Raised Flower Bed
Attaching Angle Iron
pool surround rock wall

+57

Response time6 hrs
Response rate86%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
JPL Handyman Services
4.5(
31
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair - For Business

Serving Rainbow City, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"I hired JPL Handymen to build my deck. After seeing what a good job they did, I hired them to paint the inside of my house andpressure wash the outside of my house. I will definitely hire them again for their professionalism and quality of work."
Completed Deck
Deck Staining
Deck Build
Deck Build
Deck Repair

+11

21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Alabama Professional Services, Inc.
3.9(
244
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Carpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Rainbow City, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did a good job. I was just hoping it would stop my wood floors from creaking but they are worse. Overall believe the work done will be good for the house support though"
 Encapsulation 1
 Sealed Super Sump
 Sump amd liner
Leaking Wall
Sealed Wall

+3

Response time1 day
549 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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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.

The best way to calculate framing costs is by basing your costs on the square footage of your home. On average, framing your home could cost anywhere between $7 and $16 per square foot. 

To ensure you don’t go over budget, base your estimates on the higher end of the price range. If you know you’re going to use high-end materials or require a custom or complex build, you might even want to tack on an additional 5% of your budget.

When building a house, it is customary to use 16d nails that measure 3 1/2 inches in length to construct the frame. These nails are crucial in providing the necessary support and stability for structural elements like joists and studs, which ensures a sturdy framework.

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.

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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