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Dahly Services LLC
4.5(
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Deck or Porch - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Fairfield Bay, AR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I am happy with the painting that Cody and his crew did in my house. Thanks again guys!"
Remodel
Remodel
Remodel
Door Install
Flooring and painting

+20

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
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Sentri Homes
2.8(
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Fairfield Bay, AR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Found Sentri on Angi. Jeanette and Violet were very pleasant and efficient in getting a contractor to me in the time frame needed. The contractor was excellent and the roof looks great! I would definitely work with them again if I had additional projects."
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Royce Pelsynski
New to Angi
Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Fairfield Bay, AR and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Proud father of two beautiful girls, looking to build a business to support their future. I have 6 years of experience in contracting and remodeling. Willing to do free bids. Looking to help people improve their homes and make their dreams come true.

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Guinn aluminum & exterior
New to Angi
Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Fairfield Bay, AR and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Hello, My name is Jeremy Guinn and I've been doing siding,patio covers,gutters, and aluminum etc for 3-4 years now. Im locationed in center ridge,arkansas and just trying to get my business going. Just need a good siding job or 2 so I can show people what I can do. Phone number is 1(501)306-2801 and I have and friend who can lay rock phone number same

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Botkinburg

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can find ceiling joists using simple tools if a stud finder isn't available.

Using a hammer requires patience and a keen ear. Gently tap the ceiling in a grid pattern, listening for sound changes. A hollow sound indicates space between joists, while a solid, dull thud suggests a joist. Mark the location with a pencil and confirm by tapping from different angles.

Alternatively, you can use a nail, but this method will leave small holes. You'll feel increased resistance when the nail hits a joist. Mark the spot and repeat the process every 16 or 24 inches to map the joist locations. This method is considered less reliable than using a stud finder.

Baseboards don’t have to be nailed into studs. However, nailing them into studs adds to their stability. When studs aren’t available, you can secure them with drywall nails directly into the drywall and adhesive. Always aim to nail into studs, especially in high-traffic or impact-prone areas.

Using a steel frame may raise the value of your home. Steel is more heat resistant, has better longevity, and doesn’t need any upkeep compared to traditional wood. You can also customize a steel build a little easier than other materials like brick, concrete, and vinyl—which have trouble bending and adapting to renovations.

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. 

Begin by analyzing the blueprints and gathering the proper materials before framing a house. With the prep stages behind you, begin by framing the floor of a house on the newly set foundation. Exterior and interior walls come next, along with rough openings for doors and windows. Contractors will then add ceiling and roof rafters to finish things off. 

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