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McDonald Construction
4.3(
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Serving Jay, FL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

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Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"McDonald Construction did a great job installing new Zoysia sod in my front yard. Workers did a good job. One of my next door neighbor had hers done the next week, and the neighbor on the other side is going to have theirs done also. They saw what a good job he did on my lawn,"
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Response time12 hrs
Response rate92%
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Gulf Coast Home Improvement
4.5(
40
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Serving Jay, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fantastic customer service and quality. We had an issue with our front door and they responded with a fix within a couple hours. And a fair price! Do yourself a favor, give them a call if you're in need"
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Sentri Homes
2.8(
36
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Serving Jay, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Found Sentri on Angi. Jeanette and Violet were very pleasant and efficient in getting a contractor to me in the time frame needed. The contractor was excellent and the roof looks great! I would definitely work with them again if I had additional projects."
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Framing is the shell of the house. It includes several steps, including studs, plumbing, and electricity. A professional will ensure the wall frame is secured for the house’s structural integrity. 

Framing prices change depending on the material and whether the wall is load-bearing. Most contractors use wood to frame a home, but metal is another popular choice.

You can choose 5/8-inch plywood or 3/4-inch plywood—anything thinner than these sizes may not withstand the impact of debris propelled by strong winds or can be easily torn off by intruders. Remember that the durability of the wood board is crucial, particularly for safeguarding your windows during severe storms. The effectiveness of using wood boards for protecting the investment you made in your home relies on using the appropriate material and ensuring proper installation.

Most load-bearing walls are exterior, though they can also be interior.

A cross brace for a fence gate should stretch from the top corner of the gate’s hinge side to the bottom corner of its latch side at a 45-degree angle to the bottom of the gate. This positioning distributes the bulk of the gate’s weight to the base of the post, taking pressure off the top hinge.

While it is possible to build a wooden carport yourself, especially if you are skilled in carpentry, professional construction is recommended. Professionals ensure structural integrity, proper anchoring, correct alignment, and the use of quality materials for a stable and durable result.

The Jay, FL homeowners’ guide to carpentry services

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