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Don Lorenzi Construction
5.0(
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Serving Alachua, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I cannot begin to say enough about Don's craftsmanship. When my wife and I encountered an emergency remodel that was necessary to complete on a short turnaround in our son's nursery, Don answered the call. His quote to install a bay window seat with built in cubby holes for our son's books matched his exact quote, work was completed on time, the work met our expectations to the letter, and Don was excellent on communicating the entire time. I highly his services recommend."
Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Coastal Improvement Corporation
5.0(
11
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Serving Alachua, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Our Services\n\nAs a Certified General Contractor (CGC), we provide full-service construction solutions ranging from residential projects to large-scale commercial, infrastructure, and municipal developments. Our expertise includes ground-up construction, renovations, and design-build services.\n\nWe specialize in custom homes, luxury estates, remodeling, and exterior improvements, as well as commercial buildings, retail spaces, and industrial facilities. Our team also delivers large-scale developments, including multi-family communities and mixed-use projects.\n\nOur capabilities extend to infrastructure and heavy civil work such as roads, bridges, drainage systems, and utilities, along with high-rise and structural construction.\n\nFrom planning and permitting to execution and completion, we ensure quality, efficiency, and reliable results on every project regardless of size or complexity.\n

New construction
New construction
Custom Luxury Homes
Custom Luxury Homes
Custom Luxury Homes

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Big Hammer Construction Services, LLC
3.8(
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Serving Alachua, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Professional,easy to talk with he listens to what you want and helps with ideas. The quality of work is great. I do recommend him and his team to anyone who wants any kind of construction done . I am very happy I hired him and his team."
Penny floor in epoxy
Penny floor in epoxy
Deck with built in bench seats
Deck with built in bench seats
Gazebo over deck

+51

Response time1 day
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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CGC Contracting LLC
4.4(
5
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Serving Alachua, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Work was drawn out due to our vacation and several unexpected out-of-state funerals. Communication with CGC office staff was 2.5 (on 5 point scale). A payment schedule - when and how much - should have been explained in advance. The work: removed steel bathtub and tile surround, plumbing relocated, new cement board, fancy tile, new plumbing fixtures and glass shower doors installed. Wallpapered dining room walls had light plaster coat first applied to smooth out existing orange peel texture. Excellent attention to pattern matching. Paper waste was minimized."
Tuscan Wine Cellar & Mediterranean Exterior
Large Format Tile Bathroom
Master Suite
Kitchen & Bathroom
Custom Trim

+101

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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STEPPEN & SPAULDING, LLC
4.5(
24
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Serving Alachua, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

"I should start by saying that I was on a very tight budget which really did not match with my dreams.  I had many disappointments with contractors in the past - lost my historic home in Fort Lauderdale and $90,000.00 because of unscrupulous contractors.  Long story.  Anyway, I had understandable fears as I embarked on the venture of updating my tiny home in Ocala.
Dan Spaulding was my first contact.  We spent quite some time on the planning part of the work - MANY emails back and forth exchanging ideas.   He was always patient with me.  Took me shopping for tile and flooring and granite.  Eased my panic attacks, made excellent suggestions, and made many trips to the house during the time the work was done.
Tom Steppen and his assistant were the hands-on guys.  You've heard the expression "jack of all trades, master of none" ?  
Well Tom is a MASTER of all trades, in my opinion.  The quality of his work was excellent.  He and his assistant, Jay, were perfectionists through all phases of the work.  They had subcontractors come in for some plumbing and electrical work.
The only downside was really caused by me.  I made several changes as we went along and drove Tom crazy, which created friction between us.  It's really hard to anticipate certain things until the work is in progress and then you get ideas.  Too many visits to Houzz kept my mind whirling.  So try to have everything nailed down before work starts - and then stay off of HGTV and Houzz until the work is completed.
I am exceedingly pleased with the outcome and highly recommend  Steppen and Spaulding.
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
Gift Remodeling Llc
4.6(
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Serving Alachua, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had a great experience working with Gift Remodeling LLC! They renovated our entire kitchen (including floors) and also laid tile on our back porch and took care of some other projects around the house. They were very accommodating to any changes we requested, and they completed the project within the agreed time frame. Duniel (the owner) was quick to respond and very friendly. We'll absolutely be using them again for future projects. We recommend 100%"
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Ceramic Tile Project
Subway tile finished with new outlets installed
Ceramic Tile Project
Floor installation

+137

Recommended by89%of homeowners
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A & R Real Handyman LLC
4.8(
11
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Serving Alachua, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very Professional team! As well as knowledgeable with the craft of making everything look new. Saved me a ton on cabinets. Liked the fact that it was husband and wife. I got aspects of what I wanted through a woman eyes. And was very pleased of the outcome . Would definitely recommend to anyone that’s looking for a reasonable, understanding, and honest transparent company."
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, a one-story house can have a load-bearing wall. The load-bearing walls in a single-story home are usually the exterior walls. If the house has a basement with exposed walls, the arrangement of the beams can help indicate what walls are load-bearing.

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.

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

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.

When deciding whether to use nails or screws for framing, the specific needs of the project must be taken into account. Nails have long been the go-to option for framing due to their affordability, ease of installation, and ability to withstand shear forces. They are perfect for structural framing projects where fast assembly is essential. In contrast, screws offer exceptional holding power and are particularly useful in situations requiring increased strength and resistance to pull-out forces. For projects that prioritize accuracy and long-lasting quality, screws may be the preferred option, though nails remain a dependable and efficient choice.

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