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Mighty Masonry
5.0(
8
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Salem, AL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Great work and outstanding communication. Bernita answered all my questions. The crew was very professional. I plan on using the company for more work in the future. Thank you"
Masonry Project
Masonry Project
Fencing Project
Masonry Project
Masonry Project

+105

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
R&B Construction LLC
4.6(
9
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Salem, AL and surrounding areas

"I got a custom shower and new floor. The crew is fantastic. Knowledgeable and listened to exactly what I wanted. They were prompt to arrive, completed the job in the time promised, affordable, respectful, they cleaned up ALL of their supplies and mess when the job was done. Took measures to protect the walkway to the area of the house where the work was completed. I really can’t say enough foot things about this company and crew."
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Flooring Sales/Installation/Repair Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project

+25

Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Shawn Dodson Remodeling
5.0(
9
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Salem, AL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Shawn is very hardworking and honest. We were very impressed with his determination to complete tasks well and in a timely manner, even when the weather was very hot. His goal was to please us, help us with wise advice to work through some areas without creating more problems for ourselves, and was always kind and friendly. He has been willing to readdress the very small areas that seemed to need it at no added cost, even when it proved not to be the direct result of his work (new gutters stopped up faster than expected, so he cleaned them out for us)."
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+12

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Luke's Painting Company
4.4(
40
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Salem, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Luke went above and beyond to restore the beauty of our historic with an emaculate paint job. He is professional, courteous, detail-oriented, and thorough. We plan to hire him for all of our future painting needs."
After.. what an amazing difference!
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after.. beautiful color!
Exterior Painting in Sellers, SC

+76

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Stick frames, metal frames, or prefabricated concrete frames are included in framing a house, along with creating the framework and space for windows, doors, and entryways. Other aspects of developing a home—like drywall, insulation, windows, doors, and more—are not included in the cost to frame a house.

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

You can enclose an open carport, however, there are several things to consider before opting to do so. You'll want to check local building codes and permit requirements before proceeding to make sure it’s legal. While you can sometimes stick-frame a carport enclosure, pre-fab kits are also available. Remember that you'll likely need to meet concrete slab regulations and provide lighting inside the structure. Both of which could substantially drive up costs.

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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