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Harris Home Improvement
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Southside, AR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!

Shirley deck
Shirley deck repair
Shirley deck
Shirley deck repair
Shirley deck repair

+17

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Royce Pelsynski
New to Angi
Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Southside, AR and surrounding areas

Approved

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.

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Anthony Tatro
4.6(
22
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Southside, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Anthony was very helpful when explaining the process, his work , and price were great!. His measurements required only minimal adjustments. Timeframe of work completed was very good. The edge thickness, was not to my liking though(in hindsight, i would have asked for double thickness) And towards the end, I should have done a better check,as a few little things- reinstalling and caulking sink, paint came up where old backsplash was. I'm sure that he would have taken care of these things, but it was the end of the day, and i guess we both missed those details. I'm using him again soon"
total kitchen
Custom work
remoldling
 1
 1

+15

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpentry FAQs, answered by experts

While some highly experienced homeowners can frame a house independently, it is not advisable. You will need ample carpentry experience, a team of helpers, and professionals to sign off on your work to meet local building codes. For the safest outcome, we recommend buying or building a house with the guidance of professionals.

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

Framing most homes takes anywhere between five and eight weeks to complete. You’ll need to account for inclement weather conditions, material shipment times, the number of crew members, and the weight of your materials. If the weather is too hot, wet, or cold for the installation, this process could take closer to eight weeks.

When deciding whether to use nails or screws for framing, the specific needs of the project must be taken into account. Nails have long been the go-to option for framing due to their affordability, ease of installation, and ability to withstand shear forces. They are perfect for structural framing projects where fast assembly is essential. In contrast, screws offer exceptional holding power and are particularly useful in situations requiring increased strength and resistance to pull-out forces. For projects that prioritize accuracy and long-lasting quality, screws may be the preferred option, though nails remain a dependable and efficient choice.

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

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