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MTSquare Handyman Services
4.8(
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Serving Fort Smith, AR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Emergency services offered

"I was very impressed with Matthew’s dedication that showed in all his work. I was very impressed with the new door and frame replacement, painted and exchanged all new hardware, plus painted and refreshed all exterior doors! Lastly, Power washed the whole house and surprised me by power washing part of my privacy fence for a bonus touch! You can count on him to keep his word and charge a fair price for his work!"
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+105

Response time7 hrs
Response rate90%
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Precision Carpentry
5.0(
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Serving Fort Smith, AR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

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"We could not recommend James and Precision Carpentry strongly enough. He asked all the right questions and truly listened to our answers. His bid was more than fair and he quickly adapted as we kept changing our mind about finishes, added requests and final details. He did great at communicating via both phone and text messaging and was always available to answer questions and concerns. His final pricing came perfectly in line with the bid. Long story short - I have recommended him to others looking for a remodeler and fully expect to use him again on future work in our home, 5 stars."
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+12

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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A&R Handyman & Roofing, LLC
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Serving Fort Smith, AR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

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Emergency services offered

"We hired A&R to remove six of our overgrown and neglected trees. They walked our yard and pointed out current issues as well as potential. The quote was more than fair and work was quality. Professional company would definitely recommend."
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mr. Handyman of Fort Smith
4.4(
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Serving Fort Smith, AR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Reliable, Trusted, and Professional Handyman Services\nMr. Handyman Offers World-Class Handyman Services In Your Local Neighborhood. Whether It's Small Job Or Huge Project, Our Handyman Professionals Are Here To Help.

Bathroom Remodel
Response time2 days
53 neighbors recently requested a quote
Nolte Construction LLC
5.0(
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Serving Fort Smith, AR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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Offers commercial services

"Nolte construction does an amazing job of preparing prior to finish work. I am a difficult person to please. Not unreasonable, just know what I expect. That being said, the professionalism and quality of what they did for me is beyond question. In addition to repairing siding damage from squirrels they also did some repair and stained our deck a few weeks ago. They spent a lot of time on prep work that assured the finished product was very, very nice. Many tradesmen skip the attention to prep, but not Nolte Construction!"
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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. 

Yes, professional installations include reinforced corner posts to ensure durability.

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.

Framing a house with steel generally takes less time—around five to eight weeks—than most building materials. The steel components can also be made quickly off-site and manufactured with pre-punched holes for running piping and electrical wiring, which will lessen the prep work and extra labor during construction.

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. 

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