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Tommy Wallace, LLC
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Lake Hamilton, AR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

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"Expert design assistance, quality craftsmanship, construction, and installation. His help in designing the cabinets was invaluable. He coordinated the work with other contractors to make sure it went smoothly. His experience showed."
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D. Findley Construction, LLC
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Lake Hamilton, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 1978

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"Employees were very diligent and careful in rebuilding our deck. The deck is substantially better and safer than it was. We couldn’t be more pleased. It was pleasure to work with Dan Findley and his crew. We highly recommend Findley Construction Company. The work was done timely as promised."
Response time4 days
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

The cost to convert a carport into a garage averages about $22,000, ranging from about $15,000 and $55,000. Additional cost factors to consider include size, time of year, and how much of the carport you can reuse. Other cost factors include the kinds and amounts of materials used, such as:

  • Add insulation: $1 per square foot

  • Add drywall: $1–$3 per square foot

  • Add window: $450–$2,000 per window

  • Add outlets: $75–$500

  • Add garage door: $250–$11,200

  • Enclose framing: $5–$13 per square foot

  • Replace roofing: $1,000–$2,000

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.

Yes, using certified lumber and engineered wood products for reduced environmental impact.

Removing a load-bearing wall is best handled by professionals. However, if you have the skill set and decide to DIY the project, you will still need at least one additional person to assist you. Aside from helping with demolition, you'll need another hand to install the new support beam.

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