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Burk Homes LLC
5.0(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Skull Valley, AZ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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"Quality work, fast and easy to work with makes this a no brainer. One of the best experiences I've had with a contractor. Strongly recommend for any of you home improvement needs."
Kitchen & Living Room
Cliff Rose Remodel
Custom Kitchen
Custom Kitchen
Main Bath

+58

Response time2 days
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
Ponderosa Electric, LLC
4.7(
95
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Skull Valley, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Credit card accepted

"Called on Oct 31 for an estimate, they were able to get someone out the same day. Scheduled service for 11/15/16. Got a call the morning of the 15th asking if I could delay to the 17th due to 2 people calling in sick. So I explained that because of scheduling, I really needed to get it done that day. Garth showed up later that morning to do by himself what is normally a 2 person job, but he did it by himself in spite of a minor glitch when he discovered that the wall where I wanted the outlet had a horizontal piece of frame about 7 ft off the floor, which would prevent placing the outlet any lower. So he explored another spot in the garage and found no framing problem. I'm not sure exactly how long it took to get the job done, but I think it was only a little over 2 hours and he cleaned up completely before he left. I have used Ponderosa Electric before and will continue to do so. Highly recommended."
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Rodrigo Handyman
5.0(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Skull Valley, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

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"Rodrigo and his crew did an amazing job and even finished earlier than expected. They were very courteous, prompt, and professional. Great communication and the electronic payment transaction was very easy."
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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.

A few signs that you need a new door frame include:

  • The door no longer fits properly in its frame and sticks or scrapes.

  • You notice cracks, holes, or rotting.

  • You feel a draft coming from around the door when it’s closed.

  • You find yourself frequently needing to make repairs.

When hanging a door frame, it’s recommended that you use screws, not nails. Screws are more secure, easier to tighten, and easier to remove if you need to adjust the frame. On average, the cost to replace a door frame is about $400, but you can save on labor costs if you’re confident in your ability to DIY the project. 

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.

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.

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