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Avatar for Master MCG Remodeling
Master MCG Remodeling
4.9(
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+6 more

Serving Centennial, CO and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

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Emergency services offered

"We worked with Dylan on a number of house projects, beginning with a full bathroom remodel. We also had him hang new doors throughout the house and build/install a customer island in a tight kitchen. He has an eye for finish details that tend to be ignored, and we were extremely pleased with the finished products on the entire project."
Remodeling - General Project
Ceiling wood cover
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Ceiling wood cover

+37

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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D & D Tree Service & Landscape
4.7(
104
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Centennial, CO and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

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Emergency services offered

"The men that did the work related to the prepping the yard for the retaining wall, placing the rock and pavers for the walkway did a very good job and it really looked nice. I've worked in construction and building maintenance for over 50 years, so I know what's good workmanship and what's poor. The worker who did the framing for the new sidewalk, steps and porch was poor workmanship. Nothing was level or straight and I had to have the other crew correct the forms before concrete was poured. The guys that finished the concrete did an excellent job. Never let D&D workers connect the lawn sprinkler piping to your house water piping. They seem to be handymen, not real plumbers. Beside not installing necessary valves and fittings to winterizing the sprinkler system, all the copper pipe was installed crooked, under stress and not supported correctly. Overall, half the crew did very good work, the other half needs training."
dndtrees.com
Backyard Landscaping
Deck & Concrete
Summer Vibes
Response time1 day
285 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by69%of homeowners
Avatar for Luft & Right Handyman, LLC
Luft & Right Handyman, LLC
5.0(
47
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Centennial, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Dean Luft did a great job assembling swivel patio chairs & accomplished it in record time. He is both smart and professional. Very highly recommend this man!"
Fence repair
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+60

Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
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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.

Bump-out additions can extend anywhere from 2 to 15 feet from an existing room. The right size will depend on how you plan to use the new space. For a cantilever bump-out, which doesn't require additional foundation support, the limit is typically 24 inches (2 feet). If a footing and foundation are part of the project, a bump-out can be much larger, even encompassing a whole room. It's also important to remember that many residential properties have limits on the total house size relative to the lot size.

Most load-bearing walls are exterior, though they can also be interior.

You may need a permit to install your window seat. Even though it's an indoor modification, some municipalities require permits for any built-ins added to homes. Check with your carpenter or, if you're DIY-ing, do some research on your city's requirements.

Learning how to frame a house includes picking the right lumber for the job. Most people will want to pick pine, spruce, or fir for the framing. These types of lumber are affordable and produce sturdy framing for structures. Look for kiln-dried lumber to reduce the risk of shrinkage or insect damage after installation. As part of what’s included in framing a house when you hire a professional, the contractor should order the lumber, so you don’t have to worry about finding the right lumber.

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