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New Homes Construction Inc
4.5(
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Fort Collins, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Curry did a great job building a new deck for us. He completed the project quickly, communicated clearly, and paid good attention to detail, resulting in a very nice looking and well constructed deck. Thanks!"
New Trex
Kitchen Remodel
Painting and prepping for new doors
Kitchen Remodel
Paver Install!

+18

Response time2 days
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Couloir Carpentry, LLC
5.0(
5
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Deck or Porch - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Fort Collins, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Dane takes pride in his work and it shows. He offers so many services and his prices can t be beat! Dane also has great customer service and answered all our questions. We will never use any one else other than Starbuck Design."
Complete
Custom Pergola
Demoed Deck
Deck at night
Wood Fence Install

+217

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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CMR Handyman Services, LLC
5.0(
18
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For Business

Serving Fort Collins, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Cesar and his guys were punctual and professional. They did a great job working with us on the design and build of our patio cover project which turned out exactly how we expected. We have already CMR to friends and neighbors and would use him again. CMR's price was extremely reasonable and much cheaper than other quotes we got. His cheaper price did not reflect with lesser quality craftsmanship. We are very pleased with his work and have received many compliments from our friends and neighbors."
Composite deck
Composite deck
Composite deck
Composite deck
Composite decking

+35

Response time1 day
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Most of the time, you’ll want to use screws on your subfloor rather than nails. Nails can actually weaken plywood, whereas screws can easily penetrate without damage. They also form a more secure connection because of their shape, preventing squeaky floors and tightly holding the subfloor in place. That said, some contractors do prefer nails depending on the type of floor covering because they allow for more flexibility.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

When building a house, it is customary to use 16d nails that measure 3 1/2 inches in length to construct the frame. These nails are crucial in providing the necessary support and stability for structural elements like joists and studs, which ensures a sturdy framework.

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

While some highly experienced homeowners can frame a house independently, it is not advisable. You will need ample carpentry experience, a team of helpers, and professionals to sign off on your work to meet local building codes. For the safest outcome, we recommend buying or building a house with the guidance of professionals.

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