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Captain Make It Happen Complete Home Repair
5.0(
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Serving Destin, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Fabulous experience with this highly qualified contractor. He is the fix all go-to person. We are real estate agents who handle many properties. This job was replacing large tiles on floor, painting, carpentry work and minor interior repairs. All done professionally in a quick timely manner."
Split Rail
Fencing
Fencing
Backsplashe
Tile Floors

+3

Response time1 day
Response rate91%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
JGR Contractors
4.7(
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Serving Destin, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"John did an amazing job removing an old aluminum frame shower door and installing a new beautiful frameless glass door. Several contractors had said the job was almost impossible and that it would involve tearing out the shower walls. Well, i took a chance on John, who came to look at it and spent a lot of time determining what was needed. He removed the old frame and door with no damage at all to existing shower walls. We chose a door and John ordered it, picked it up and brought it to my condo to install. It was a difficult job but John figured everything out and the new door fits perfectly and adds a modern look to my bathroom. He had to find new screws to work with the shower walls and spent a lot of time making sure everything was perfect. I will be hiring John again to now add tiles inside the shower because I trust him to treat me right pricewise and do a fantastic professional job. I would hire John for any type work. I will be showing off my new door to my neighbors and recommending John for any work. John truly cares about the quality of his work and always wants to make sure the customer is happy. I am a very happy and satisfied customer."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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LC Walton Construction
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Serving Destin, FL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Luis was extremely efficient with coming out to give me an estimate and very flexible when it came to getting the project done. Him and his team worked diligently and provided excellent quality service!"
Response time5 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by69%of homeowners
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Evolution construction group
5.0(
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Serving Destin, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Evolution Construction did my whole rehab on my house, they being a full service company it saved us a lot of headaches dealing with each trade, they were also very organized and cleaned up everyday and prices were fair, i love how our new kitchen looks,i would recommend them for any other person."
Bathroom remodel
kitchen remodel
Exterior Painting
deck build
interior painting at oak

+1

Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Emerald Coast Carpentry and Trim
5.0(
1
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Serving Destin, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Emerald Coast Carpentry and Trim 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.

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Enhances property value, ensures safety, and provides a sound basis for future construction.

A-frame homes are on the smaller side. While there’s no set square footage amount it has to be, it will usually come in around 1,000 square feet or smaller.

It's possible to turn your carport into a living space, but there are additional factors to address over turning it into a garage. HVAC, plumbing, and electricity won't be optional, and you'll need finished flooring, drywall, trim work, and legal ceiling height, for starters. Also, keep in mind that living space conversions may require upgrading the foundation underneath, and the permits might be more expensive as well.

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