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Post Carpentry
4.2(
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Serving Clearwater, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

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"Excellent work, done efficiently and reasonably priced. He created a new master closet and, despite his current workload, made time to get the job done for us. He is a highly knowledgeable, professional, and personable guy, who doesn't just do a job, but makes certain it meets his own high standards. I highly recommend Matt as a go-to person when you need carpentry/handyman services!"
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+69

Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Drew's Exterior Cleaning
5.0(
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Serving Clearwater, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Emergency services offered

"Drew did a fantastic job. We had new sod and plants installed around the pool deck. Communication was easy. Drew was able to achieve our goals and some with a new back yard look. Great customer service A+"
Surfaced cleaned side patio
Surfaced cleaned/pressure washed back patio
Cleaned fascia, soffit and any white trim on exterior of home
Pressure washed fence
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Response time2 days
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Pro Remodeling Plus LLC
4.8(
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Serving Clearwater, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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"Julio is the most professional person I’ve worked with in 15 years! Honest, hard working, exceptionally skilled and willing to sacrifice to get your job done ASAP. Could not ask for, nor imagine a better person to work with. He installed a pocket door and it’s perfect. Left perfect amount of space for the surrounding drywall, and perfected all of the framing around the door. Perfect!!"
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+47

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Jack O Trades
4.6(
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Serving Clearwater, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

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"I highly recommend Jack O' Trades. The work was completed on time and on budget. Logan stayed in constant contact with me and responded quickly to all my questions. Brian did amazing work. The screened enclosure turned out better than I hoped. Very professional. Quality workmanship!"
Completed, with the two columns on the right, the "L" shaped accent wall in the back left & tongue and groove ceiling with recessed can lights and ceiling fan above.
Looking out the other direction... Completed, with the two columns on the left, the tongue and groove ceiling with recessed can lights and ceiling fan above.
The 1x4" "L" shaped accent wall abutting the 1x6" tongue & groove ceiling, note the difference.
Completed, front entry porch ceiling with 1x6" tongue & groove cypress (clear grade) and single recessed can light.
Completed, a close up of the detail and clear grade of the cypress boards.

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Response time3 days
Response rate94%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mikola LLC
5.0(
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Serving Clearwater, FL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

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"I hired Mikalai to replace a patio screen door that was damaged from hurricane Milton. He arrived on time, was very friendly, and professional. He purchased the door for me, retrofitted the frame, and replaced all the door hardware. I showed him another interior bifold closet door that I wanted to get fixed at a future date and he went so far as to repair it and did not charge me for it. He cleaned up when he was done. When I told him that we could not row away the damaged patio door in the compactor because I would get fined, he offered to dispose it for only $20. He provided an invoice that did not include any surprise charges. I am very happy with my repair and have already talked with him about doing a future painting project for my condo. The pictures include 2 ?before? and the ?after? which is the pretty white door that looks new lol."
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+2

Response time10 hrs
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by34%of homeowners
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Florida Intracoastal Builders
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Serving Clearwater, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

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"Following 2018s Hurricane Michael, Florida Intracoastal Builders restored a bedroom, part of a lg. porch and replaced the roof including repairing trusses. The work was Excellent and finished with good timing. The inspector was impressed and I was very pleased. Following Jan. 2024s tornado, I contracted with them a 2nd time for more extensive work. The AMAZING team rebuilt the garage including trusses, Master Bdrm., 3 closets and 2 bathrooms and more. They replaced electricals, plumbing, flooring, A/C unit, HWH, well house extension and water softening equipment. Also, windows, updated hardiplank siding, multiple doors, insulation, the roof, gutters, painted (inside and outside) and provided extras I requested.....ALL WITH EXCELLENT QUALITY. The team worked consistently until complete. They kept the property, inside and outside, clean and free of nails and clutter. I am 100 % Satisfied. Each inspection passed with praise. They receive my highest recommendation. M.K H."
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Custom Home Siding
Master Bath Remodel
Outdoor Fire & Gazebo
Full Bath Remodel

+17

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Nick's Handyman Service
4.9(
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Serving Clearwater, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Nick's Handy Service is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Response time5 hrs
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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.

It’s best to use two screws to secure deck boards into every joist. Securing the boards to every joist makes the deck more structurally sound, while using two screws on the outer sides of the boards can help prevent warping and cupping.

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

The best way to calculate framing costs is by basing your costs on the square footage of your home. On average, framing your home could cost anywhere between $7 and $16 per square foot. 

To ensure you don’t go over budget, base your estimates on the higher end of the price range. If you know you’re going to use high-end materials or require a custom or complex build, you might even want to tack on an additional 5% of your budget.

The primary parts of a house that need framing during construction are floors, exterior walls, interior walls, and the roof. The framing in these areas provides the skeleton for adding other materials over the top. With walls, for example, contractors can hang drywall over the interior walls and siding over the outside of the exterior walls. Proper framing ensures a sturdy house that is built to last.

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