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Redeemed Your Homes, LLC
4.3(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Odum, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"This was a complete exterior done with new siding build a new enclosed patio interior build with painting, shiplap and a new bathroom. Almost too much to dictate. It. Changed the whole house."
Concrete Walkway
Concrete Patio
Concrete Carport Before
Concrete Carport After
Concrete Carport Before

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Response time9 hrs
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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Santos Landscape and Garden Services LLC
4.8(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Odum, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did what they said they were gonna do! They showed up on time, moved with my changes, and they did a great job. They went and cleaned up a mess from a previous contractor and I was really pleased. Everything worked real well."
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Dockside Doors & Construction
5.0(
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Odum, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent work and was very respectful and professional. Had lots of knowledge about garage doors. Also was great on price. Nobody in town had prices like this company does. I would recommend dockside doors to anyone needing garage door needs. Thank you sir and god bless"
Fire door install
Rolling steel install
tear out and install
tear out and install
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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 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.

The cost to convert a carport into a garage averages about $22,000, ranging from about $15,000 and $55,000. Additional cost factors to consider include size, time of year, and how much of the carport you can reuse. Other cost factors include the kinds and amounts of materials used, such as:

  • Add insulation: $1 per square foot

  • Add drywall: $1–$3 per square foot

  • Add window: $450–$2,000 per window

  • Add outlets: $75–$500

  • Add garage door: $250–$11,200

  • Enclose framing: $5–$13 per square foot

  • Replace roofing: $1,000–$2,000

Yes, professional installations include reinforced corner posts to ensure durability.

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.

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