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Eagle Home Repair Services
4.9(
18
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair - For Business+1 more

Serving Ellijay, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Javier and his team with Eagle really build me a great deck on a difficult foundation. Their communication, quality of construction, and cleanup were very professional and much appreciated. The Work was done in a timely manner. I have worked with quite a few contractors as of late and there are very few who are reliable, responsible and take pride in what they do here in the north Georgia area! Highly recommended!"
Response time7 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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H&E Remodeling and Handyman Services
4.9(
28
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+2 more

Serving Ellijay, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Agreed on price to demo existing wooden deck, despose of debris, build new wooden deck including painting. Project took 9 days. Crew was polite & varied from 2 to 3 men. I would not call them craftsmen. There was a lack of communication. Anything that went wrong or damaged was never mentioned to Dereck or home owner. Some examples are: ? Questionable dbl stringer shorted at opposite ends, see photos. Is it safe & to code? ? Hot tub cover damaged. Someone walked on top & broke half of cover. Also multiple objects dropped from upper deck on to cover puncturing it. Cover was used as work table. ? Multiple objects dropped from upper deck onto pavers surrounding hot tub, cracking three of them. ? Deck boards on smaller deck not completely screwed down. I needed to add 93 screws. ? Kinked LP gas tubing into the house. ? Gaps on both sides of new threshold. ? Blew GFI outlet and tripped multiple breakers, one being to a food freezer without notifying owner. ? No permission given for ads."
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Always Quality Services
4.9(
21
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Carpentry Framing - InstallDeck or Porch - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Ellijay, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"Elias, Pedro and his crew are excellent. I hired them for multiple jobs--carpentry, door frame repair, stairway rails rebuild, kitchen modernizing, staining and caulking, installing pavers, replacing rotted log siding on my chimney, replacing and sealing soffits--they did an excellent job on all of it. They are my go-to for any job, large or small."
Response time1 day
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Always Quality Services
4.9(
22
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Carpentry Framing - InstallDeck or Porch - Repair

Serving Ellijay, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"All Quality Services built a beautiful deck! They scheduled their work, started when they said they would be there & kept at it until done. Excellent, dilligent workers and Elias Vicente was true to estimate and a professional! Would highly recommend this company for any job!"
Always Quality Services
Recommended by81%of homeowners
Firm Foundation Restoration & Landscaping
4.7(
42
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Deck or Porch - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceWood Stairs and Railings - Repair+3 more

Serving Ellijay, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Awesome company to work with! Travis and his team are what every homeowner would expect and want from people working on your home projects! They installed a fence, steps out back gate, and a dry creek bed. Great job! Would highly recommend and will be calling them for future projects! 5 stars for sure. Sue & Jim Lodge"
Response time2 days
Response rate97%
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Artisan Custom Closets
4.8(
137
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Closet - Build

Serving Ellijay, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Fantastic design and construction. Sales rep was also wonderful in helping to be sure measurements would fit our clothes.... long hang, tall husband shirts and pants, shoe storage, etc. Even designed a landing for jewelry box, wallets, coins, and keys."
After Installation
After garage flooring and custom garage storage are installed.
Master HIS Closet - Suwanee, Georgia
Master Closet - Atlanta, Georgia
Basement Storage with Handiwall

+305

Response time2 days
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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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.

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

You can enclose an open carport, however, there are several things to consider before opting to do so. You'll want to check local building codes and permit requirements before proceeding to make sure it’s legal. While you can sometimes stick-frame a carport enclosure, pre-fab kits are also available. Remember that you'll likely need to meet concrete slab regulations and provide lighting inside the structure. Both of which could substantially drive up costs.

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

Yes, using certified lumber and engineered wood products for reduced environmental impact.

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