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Avatar for One Of A Kind Carpenter Inc
One Of A Kind Carpenter Inc
4.5(
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+9 more

Serving Forest City, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"One of a Kind Carpenter was terrific. All the work was completed- even though we ran into some challenges, which they quickly resolved. I have an older house, and these were not anticipated with the job. I also added on to the project a few times, which they managed to do in a timely fashion, and the quality of work was impeccable. I would highly recommend him, and I will not use anyone else for my work now."
Kissimmee Studs to Sold
Kissimmee Studs to Sold
Kissimmee Studs to Sold
Kissimmee Studs to Sold
Kissimmee Studs to Sold

+56

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for FAMILY FURNITURE ANTIQUES, INC.
FAMILY FURNITURE ANTIQUES, INC.
4.8(
124
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Forest City, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I can't explain how happy I am with my Dining Room Set. Victor picked it up and when he delivered it back it was a beautiful brand new looking dining set. I am so happy that I found this artist in Winter Park. I only have wonderful things to say about his work. Trust me, Victor is the Real Deal."
1920's dresser
1920's dresser
1920's dresser
1920's dresser
Before

+4

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Bragg About It Home Repairs
Bragg About It Home Repairs
4.8(
48
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Closet - BuildInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Forest City, FL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"hired Chris to replace an damaged wooden fence. upon completion of job noticed several panels with large splits and the fence was not secure in one area.I was not satisfied He had attached the new fencing to the old damaged posts.I never asked him to cut corners he then added new posts next to the old ones and replaced the split panels.I wanted to pay when the job was done correctly.he wanted me to pay him before the job was corrected. wrote me numerous emails demanding payment .said he thought i was trying not to pay him...I did not hire him to do a ship shod job.. 30 years this was my first bad experience with someone i hired. got him from angis list. paid $2300.if you hire him make sure you are both on the same page.."
Gazebo
Finished Product!
Cabinets
Closet/Shelves
Shed Restoration

+196

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for 5K Home Repair & Renovations, LLC
5K Home Repair & Renovations, LLC
4.9(
83
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Forest City, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great team, professional team. Helped us get everything done the right way. No corner cutting, making sure our investment will last a long, long while. Scope of work: Siding replacement, trim replacement, Damaged (termite, moisture ) wood frame replacement. Whole home painting."
Laundry room renovation
Laundry room renovation
Laundry room near completion
Laundry room near completion
Pool Deck

+227

Response time1 day
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

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.

Bow windows need support because they are large and extend out from the exterior wall of the home. Bow windows may extend 1 foot to several feet from the outside of the home, so you’ll need to provide additional support to handle this weight. A window contractor will be able to provide the proper amount of support for your new bow window.

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. 

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