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Forward Construction Group
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Fleming Island, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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"The guys of Forward Construction Group went above and beyond what I asked them to do. They was able to start the jobs requested early and completed the jobs in a professional manner. I would highly recommend this company."
Patio Design and Fence Installation
Bulkhead | Retaining Wall Construction
Fencing Project
Fencing & Concrete Project
Wood Fence Installation

+87

Response time2 days
Response rate94%
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Tison Homes & Development, Inc.
New to Angi
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Fleming Island, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

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With over 20 years of experience as a custom home builder, Tison Homes and Development, Inc. has established a strong reputation for quality and craftsmanship. Our extensive expertise in Jacksonville home construction ensures that your dream home is built to last, whether you're interested in new builds or home remodeling projects. As a premier custom home builder, we are dedicated to exceeding your expectations. \n 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 customer's interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Level Up Residential Construction LLC
New to Angi
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Fleming Island, FL and surrounding areas

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Hey everyone! I am extremely proud to announce that I have started my own residential construction company "Level Up Residential Construction LLC ". I am native and born and raised in St. Augustine. I love this community and know that there is a need for local people looking out for those who have and want.to make.this there home. We are here to help you Level Up whatever your needs are for your home. Please check me out on Facebook and Instagram.

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Unfinished 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.

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.

Framing with metal studs can be significantly faster than using wooden studs, provided you have some experience working with the material. While you can use virtually instant pneumatic nailers with wood, metal requires installing screws. However, because metal is lighter, straighter, usually comes cut-to-length, and doesn't require sorting for the best pieces, you can save significant time using metal instead of wood.

Stick frames, metal frames, or prefabricated concrete frames are included in framing a house, along with creating the framework and space for windows, doors, and entryways. Other aspects of developing a home—like drywall, insulation, windows, doors, and more—are not included in the cost to frame a house.

There are a few easy ways to locate a wall stud without a stud finder. First, try knocking on the wall with your knuckles. Most parts of the wall will sound hollow, but when you tap over a stud, it will sound more solid. Alternatively, since studs are spaced 16 or 24 inches apart, you can measure those distances from a corner of the room, which will always have a stud.

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