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Riggins Painting
4.9(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving West Memphis, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

"We just had our home painted inside and out!! Amber came first and she was Amazing!!! She went over everything with us and made us feel great and comfortable with the process. Leslie, the color coordinator, then came to help us pick out colors and gave us such fabulous new selections we hadn't even considered. Franklin, the project manager, then came over to walk us through each step, and again was so professional that we just knew we were in great hands. The crew: Juan, Sandra, Raul, and Rigo did the absolute BEST job with our home!!! We are So pleased with the meticulous job they did!! Our home looks stunning and brand new! We are Extremely Grateful we found you all!!! Thank you Again!!!"
Exterior Painting
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Paul's Tile Inc
4.4(
91
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving West Memphis, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent. These guys are the pros. They did such a beautiful job on tiling of a shower that I hired them for. I can’t give them enough praise. The work was done efficiently, professional and the people are absolutely great to work with. If I ever have a need for them, without hesitation I will only call Paul’s tile. The staff are very professional and easy to work with. The tiled shower literally sold the house!!! Pricing, their workers, staff and all Very good people!!!! 100 + stars Thank you very much"
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Unfinished 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.

Framing is the shell of the house. It includes several steps, including studs, plumbing, and electricity. A professional will ensure the wall frame is secured for the house’s structural integrity. 

Framing prices change depending on the material and whether the wall is load-bearing. Most contractors use wood to frame a home, but metal is another popular choice.

One of the most common house framing basics for decades has been using wood for the framing work. However, some framing contractors now suggest using steel frames. Steel is lightweight, resistant to fire, and resistant to moisture, all of which are areas where wood framing could cause problems. However, steel framing is more expensive than wood and limits your ability to insulate the home.

The cost to frame a 2,000-square-foot house can fall anywhere between $14,000 and $32,000. This price can increase or decrease depending on what type of framing you choose, the quality of the materials, the project's complexity, and whether you decide to hire a professional to do the job.

By careful planning and reinforcement to maintain structural integrity.

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