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Thrifty Dee's Carpentry
4.9(
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Closet - BuildInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair+1 more

Serving Tallahassee, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dee is a real find â a master craftsman, who works to a high standard and aims to please. He plans out his projects and has creative suggestions. He is highly professional and reliable, and his fees are reasonable. Most recently he repaired and painted a badly rotting deck â and now it is sturdy and looks like new. Dee also built from scratch a beautiful outdoor bannister decorated with a planterâ again, good looking and very sturdy. You will enjoy Dee and his work. We have used him multiple times and will again."
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Gerrell Remodeling Company
4.8(
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Deck or Porch - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Tallahassee, FL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"These guys stayed on task, took care of my lawn when building the deck, and stayed in close communication with me during the build out. Project was completed on time and gave me some great ideas on various alternatives I could go with regarding a pergola. Wonderful experience."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate99%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Covey Rise Builders, LLC
4.0(
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Tallahassee, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Scott is a very dedicated, talented and customer pleasing man! He gladly came back and retouched the stain on the new front door he installed... 3 times! The door itself was expertly installed and his advice from the start was invaluable. Call him! You will be so glad you did...we are!"
fencing
Birdhouse
Trim Detail
Response time11 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Kitler Home Improvement, LLC
4.6(
15
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - RepairExterior Shutters - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Tallahassee, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From the estimate through completion, Craig and his crew were amazing. He kept me involved and let me explain plans and worked with me to make it happen. They are beyond reasonable in pricing, efficient and clean when on site. My neighbors has work done based on their actions at my house. There's tons of companies that are fancy and play games, these guys don't. Do your self a favor and hire them."
Pool cage
Screen room and deck
Response time1 day
Response rate90%
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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. 

By careful planning and reinforcement to maintain structural integrity.

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

Converting a carport into a garage can vary in difficulty depending on its configuration, the condition of the foundation or slab, and its location relative to the house. The process has a lot in common with a home addition, but you can often skip non-essential finishes like fine flooring, trim work, or even drywall and HVAC. The conversion requires experience with drywall, insulation, and other building materials to ensure it’s done safely and correctly. While it might be possible for a DIYer with the proper tools and skills to do the work, it is a complicated and potentially dangerous job. If you’re new to basic construction, it's best to leave this project to the professionals.

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

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