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Owen Allen
4.9(
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Serving Akron, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

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"10/10 experience. installed a load-bearing beam and currently demoing our bathroom for to start our bathroom remodeling, and the results were amazing. Very professional, reliable, and detail-oriented. Everything was completed on time and the quality of work was excellent. Highly recommend! He also walked me thru and design my kitchen lay out"
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Homemade Design
3.7(
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Serving Akron, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

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"I never contacted the provider or used this service in anyway. I have to
write this review so that the request to write this review stops
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The rating is bogus as it is required to be able to submit.
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Jill Seidner Interior Design
3.5(
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Serving Akron, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

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"Excellent - I ended up hiring someone to help with shopping and finishing piece - waste of time and money. Jill's service was by far the most useful and best value in my decorating process.
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Lyke Industries, Inc.
4.5(
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Serving Akron, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Words can’t describe how blessed I am to have worked with Ryan and the team and R + R development, being in the feild my self I’ve dealt with many contractors and Ryan has by far impressed me more than most . He was very attentive and professional and really helped me with all my needs on building the home of my dreams. I could tell he really cared and had a passion for what he does he had so many great ideas and was very hip to new trends and had great taste in making my home beautiful. I can’t rave enough on how grateful I am . I will forever recommend him. So look no Further and call Ryan and the team and R+R today !!!"
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Begin by analyzing the blueprints and gathering the proper materials before framing a house. With the prep stages behind you, begin by framing the floor of a house on the newly set foundation. Exterior and interior walls come next, along with rough openings for doors and windows. Contractors will then add ceiling and roof rafters to finish things off. 

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

Joists do distribute their load to beams, but they don’t sit on top of the beams. Instead, home builders nail or screw the joists directly to the beams such that the end of the joist butts up against the edge of the beam. Beams can sit on other beams for support, but you’ll never see a joist sitting on top of a beam or another joist.

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.

Carpenters are trained to take on a wide range of home projects. You can hire a carpenter to do framing, roofing, build custom furniture, and make significant upgrades to your home. General carpenters are usually able to handle most jobs. However, you may also choose to hire a carpenter who specializes in a specific type of carpentry. 

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