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Avatar for Baumgras Consulting
Baumgras Consulting
4.9(
47
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Lithonia, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Baumgras Consultants LLC is a very polite, professional, and respectful company that I had hired to repair my fence. Levi Baumgras is the owner and proprietor of this company. He is by far the most competent contractor I have ever dealt with in my 55 years. We had hired a contractor to build our fence and we had checked out their reviews, but they must have paid people to put good reviews on their site, because our fence construction was the worst thing ever. Levi Baumgras is by far worth every penny and the fence was done on time and is the best money ever spent. Mr Baumgras was very respectful, professional and energetic. He was also very respectful of our property."
Handyman Services Project
Handyman Services Project
Handyman Services Project
Handyman Services Project
Handyman Services Project

+183

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Make a Choice Home Exterior LLC
5.0(
74
)
Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Lithonia, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"So I used Angie's List to narrow down my 3 main choices for a major exterior home improvement project. I got quotes from the 3, and decided on Make A Choice. It was definitely the 'right' choice. The work was done quickly and professionally. Great care was taken to cause little disturbance to neighbors who are VERY close in proximity to my house. Step 1: Siding: These guys were fast, and I mean fast. They blazed through the demolition of the old siding, vacuum sealed the sides, and put up my new hardy board. Just like that it was done and done right. Then it was painted (well) and the house began to look brand new. Step 2: Soffit: I almost didn't spring for soffit, and that would have been a big mistake. These guys did an amazing job on the soffit which now has the under siding looking amazing!! Most impactful thing I had done. All the neighbors are jealous! Step 3: Porch: I asked for a 'beefier' porch, and that is what I got. Amazing railings and new columns. I had them put a band about a foot down from the top of the columns and they really stand out now. The railing is double thick on the top and they are taller now, and the whole thing is the envy of the neighborhood. I also asked for a 'dental trim' and expected a strip from Home Depot or something. Nope. They custom made it, curved and impactful. Above and beyond. Step 4: Gutters: The gutters they installed go so seamlessly with the soffit that you can barely tell they are there! Beautiful and they put in a complete system where some needed gutters had been left out from the initial house build. The match to the rest of the house is uncanny. Step 5: Door: This they outsourced to a guy who also blew me away with a professional install and removal of my old door. Cleanup was done after each major renovation and at finish and everything was pretty close to "move in" ready. They did destroy a cement fountain, but patched it up so you could hardly tell. (I knew I should have moved that thing out of the way!) The only non-10 out of 10 would be the trim painting on the porch and windows, which got a bit rushed with bad weather, and even that gets a 9-10, with the only little things I could catch being quite 'nit-picky'. Overall, this company delivered in spades on the goods it promised and they were very responsive throughout the whole process. I would 100% use them again without hesitation for any other external house projects!! Priced competitively and delivering results that exceeded my expectations."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ASAP Handyman
4.9(
31
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+9 more

Serving Lithonia, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"ASAP Handyman is excellent. He has done several projects for me--from repairing a hole in the roof of a shed (from a tree limb that fell), to installing a bidet, to setting up some complicated pieces of furniture. I plan to hire him for some carpentry and remodeling projects. Honest, on-time, knowledgeable, experienced."
Batten Wall
Hall tree with hinged seat
Refinish Kitchen Cabinets
Master bedroom- finished
Original Fiberglass Tub and Shower combo

+279

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by76%of homeowners
Avatar for Make A Choice Home Exterior, LLC
Make A Choice Home Exterior, LLC
4.9(
99
)
Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Lithonia, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I got quotes from the 3 providers and decided on Make A Choice. It was definitely the 'right' choice. Thanks Chuck! The work was done quickly and professionally. Great care was taken to cause little disturbance to neighbors who are VERY close in proximity to my house. Step 1: Siding: These guys were fast, and I mean fast. They blazed through the demolition of the old siding, vacuum sealed the sides, and put up my new hardy board. Just like that it was done and done right. Then it was painted (well) and the house began to look brand new. Step 2: Soffit: I almost didn't spring for soffit, and that would have been a big mistake. These guys did an amazing job on the soffit which now has the under siding looking amazing!! Most impactful thing I had done. All the neighbors are jealous! Step 3: Porch: I asked for a 'beefier' porch, and that is what I got. Amazing railings and new columns. I had them put a band about a foot down from the top of the columns and they really stand out now. The railing is double thick on the top and they are taller now, and the whole thing is the envy of the neighborhood. I also asked for a 'dental trim' and expected a strip from Home Depot or something. Nope. They custom made it, curved and impactful. Above and beyond. Step 4: Gutters: The gutters they installed go so seamlessly with the soffit that you can barely tell they are there! Beautiful and they put in a complete system where some needed gutters had been left out from the initial house build. The match to the rest of the house is uncanny. Step 5: Door: This they outsourced to a guy who also blew me away with a professional install and removal of my old door. Cleanup was done after each major renovation and at finish and everything was pretty close to "move in" ready. They did destroy a cement fountain, but patched it up so you could hardly tell. (I knew I should have moved that thing out of the way!) The only non-10 out of 10 would be the trim painting on the porch and windows, which got a bit rushed with bad weather, and even that gets a 9-10, with the only little things I could catch being quite 'nit-picky'. Overall, this company delivered in spades on the goods it promised and they were very responsive throughout the whole process. I would 100% use them again without hesitation for any other external house projects!! Priced competitively and delivering results that exceeded my expectations."
Siding Installation
Siding Replacement/ Roof Replacement
Siding Installation
Siding Replacement/ Roof Replacement
Roof and Siding Installation

+54

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Harmon Handyman Service
5.0(
20
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Deck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Lithonia, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"He is pleasant and detailed oriented. Great carpenter, painter and a fix it person. Great aesthetic eye and vision. Really great at getting solutions for projects, saving you money and he looks out for his clients without breaking their bank. Good all around guy and pleasant to work with."
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The Process
The Results
New French Doors
New French Doors

+11

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Phi2.0 Home Improvement, LLC
5.0(
27
)
Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Lithonia, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Fantastic service very professional very satisfied with my porch I had it rebuilt I will use his company for my next project also I will recommend him to all of my neighbors and Friends"
snellville renovation
deck
lawrenveville deck renovation
lawrenceville
deck renovation

+7

Response time2 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%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.

The best way to calculate framing costs is by basing your costs on the square footage of your home. On average, framing your home could cost anywhere between $7 and $16 per square foot. 

To ensure you don’t go over budget, base your estimates on the higher end of the price range. If you know you’re going to use high-end materials or require a custom or complex build, you might even want to tack on an additional 5% of your budget.

If you remove a load-bearing wall to create an entrance to a carport or covered patio, you can expect to pay between $3,200 and $9,500, with an average cost of $6,400. Factors such as the type of addition and if that area needs additional work will add to the price.

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.

When choosing a drywall anchor, consider the weight of the object you're hanging and how much weight the anchor will need to support. The heavier the weight, the stronger the anchor you'll need. You’ll find the weight capacity on the packaging when shopping for anchors. 

Also, remember that you can use more than one anchor when hanging something on the wall. If you're using multiple anchors, divide the object weight by the number of anchors to determine how much each will need to support. If you need help deciding which drywall anchor to use, you can hire a handyperson to hang your objects. 

The Lithonia, GA homeowners’ guide to carpentry services

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