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Avatar for STAIRVILLE CARPENTRY Inc
STAIRVILLE CARPENTRY Inc
4.9(
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Fair Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Customers say: Quick response

"Russ was amazing to work with. Very professional and easy to get ahold of when we had questions. He came out multiple times to ensure that we had the proper stain to match the floors. He worked on our time frame as we had contractors we were working around. I would recommend him to anyone looking to refinish a staircase."
Response time12 hrs
Recommended by12%of homeowners
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Lyubik's Construction Inc
5.0(
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Fair Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Alex was timely, friendly, knowledgeable, professional, and completed the project with his team wholly meeting my expectations for the final outcome. A thoroughly pleasant construction experience. I highly recommend Lyubik's construction for any home carpentry needs."
Auburn custom home
Auburn custom home
Response time10 hrs
Recommended by40%of homeowners
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Tenorio's Construction and Handyman Service
4.8(
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Fair Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This was a great company to work with. Manuel is very knowledgeable in many aspects of the construction trade. We recently moved into a new home and had several questions and needs regarding the new home. He is a very pleasant and patient person to deal with and he pointed out several things for us to consider."
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Before and after bathroom remodel
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Crowning Touch
4.6(
75
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Fair Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1989

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"John from Crowning Touch does amazing work. He was on time, followed through with everything he promised. His work is beautiful. I found his prices so reasonable I had him install crown molding in my entire house!"
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After Custom Crown Moulding by Crowning Touch
Custom Crown Moulding by Crowning Touch
Custom Crown Moulding by Crowning Touch
Custom Crown Moulding by Crowning Touch

+7

Response time12 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Ethan Fleener Construction
4.7(
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair - For Business

Serving Fair Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I can't say enough good things about the way Ethan and his team handled our project. Ethan was great about explaining what work needed to be done and how the job would progress. There were no surprise extra costs and the start and finish of the work were as we were told. His team, Manny and Paul worked as hard as possible and were always VERY cheerful and had a friendly greeting for us whenever we saw them. They were always willing to stop and answer any questions we had. Great guys. All that said, the work turned out even better than we expected. Overall the siding work is a relatively expensive proposition, but considering our house is our #1 family asset, it made sense to do it once and do it right. Thanks again to Ethan and his whole crew. They did not disappoint."
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+81

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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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.

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.

There are both temporary and permanent ways to enclose a carport. If you’re looking to enclose your carport for the winter, a canvas enclosure could do the trick. It won’t be as protective as a permanent structure, but it can offer some protection from elements like snow, rain, and wind. For a permanent enclosure, you can add extra walls, add a new vertical roof, or a lean-to addition on one side of the structure.

No rules state how much of a load-bearing wall can be removed. Rather, you need to adequately support any area that is removed. Support should always be added to as much wall area is being removed. Failing to support the area properly will result in structural damage.

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.

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