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FL Construction
4.7(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Lake Alfred, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Stephen was so easy to work with. He had some great ideas that we did not even think of that really made our new bathroom pop! he was here when he said he would be, he missed a day but came on a Saturday to make it up. Cleaned up every day. We took the bathroom down to the studs and he built the walls out with better, stronger lumber, did NOT cut corners even though it was clear he was very busy. He was done when he said he would be even though we asked him to do a little more. He was not the least expensive but, I believe he was fairly priced. top quality work. I am hoping I can get him to remodel our Kitchen next year. He worked with me to get the job sized right so I could afford it and he would be able to do a great job. Great guy, great workers, and we love the completed project."
Rear Balcony
Finished Garbage Enclosure
Almost complete
Front Balcony
Marking out where the path and concrete pad will g

+299

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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AAA Certified Restoration & Construction, LLC
5.0(
24
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Lake Alfred, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Customers say: Quick response

"My original contractor didn't have the skills for the job and was blowing through material. AAA came in a saved the day. The entire job was done professionally and within 2 days. We couldn't be happier."
Hutch Area Cabinet Grouping
Family Room Entertainment Center
View of Family Room to Kitchen and Dining Room
Dining Room TIle floor to match Kitchen
Response time8 hrs
Response rate94%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Witty Innova Solutions
4.8(
24
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Lake Alfred, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Recommended, this Company is definitely out of league, other thing, I didn’t expect such a level of professionalism and attention, these days people is just about the money and for business only, this Contractor really care about your project, just good things to say about them."
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Recommended by69%of homeowners
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CER Design Build
4.8(
21
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Lake Alfred, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Working with Jose our project manager was really fun. They were on top of all the details and what we needed, such as the material and arrival . we had our floor replaced, and our kitchen got a new look, my kitchen looks amazing ?. Me and my partner are very happy with the final results. Thanks guys for all your hard work, time and effort."
Custom cabinets
Chefs kitchen
Master bath
Theater
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

Modern brick houses are really stick-built homes with a brick facade for aesthetic purposes only, so most have framing. With genuine brick construction, most homeowners install furring strips over the interior of the brick and then install drywall over those strips to cover the brick wall, so they don’t have traditional framing.

Homeowners can increase the usefulness of their garage space in other ways, and one option is to extend the length of the garage by making it deeper. The process is similar to traditional garage extensions, but the end product is a garage with a different layout rather than additional parking spaces. 

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