"Very pleased with this competent young man doing this work timely and very, very much appreciated by both my wife and I, helped make much needed repairs to our deck as well as other projects around rhe house! Great relief to have it done in such a quick a easy process."
"Customer oriented, honest, solution seeking. I could not been tougher to nstall a new door leaf into an 1972 frame. Pearce Construction did a great job"
"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."
"James arrived on time and was professional. He is very good carpenter and explained the work needed. He completed all jobs well and cleaned up the work site. James completed the work in 2.5 days. He has considerable knowledge and his costs are reasonable. "
"I wish to commend The Brothers General Contracting and Landscaping LLC for the timely execution of 2 beautiful outdoor home projects. The 1st was the tear down of a wood front porch and installation of a porch and walkway w/multicolored Flagstone Pavers. The 2nd was a customized 22x12 Gazebo w/lighting and 2 large fans. From 1st call to last, ground preparation, removal/haul away debri to crew management and project installation and completion, both Lance and Preston provided exceptional, in-depth customer service. With confidence of a positive experience, I highly recommend The Brothers General Contracting and Landscaping LLC for your next home/business project. Don't wait!! Call and schedule an appointment today."
"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."
"Devin has completed three different projects including installing grab bars in the shower and hanging a barn door. His work is first quality and is professional in every regard. If you need a carpenter or handyman I strongly suggest you contact Devin."
"This company is very fast and efficient and does and excellent job! So excellent I referred them the same day. Great quality work! You won t be disappointed!"
"Great service! They worked fast and did a phenomenal job. They removed my old driveway and walkway and poured new concrete. Their price was fantastic compared to other companies!"
"Second time using this company. They installed a Murphy bed and a very large medicine cabinet. They are friendly, on time, precise, and left our home better than they found it! Would definitely use again and recommend them!"
Most of the time, you’ll want to use screws on your subfloor rather than nails. Nails can actually weaken plywood, whereas screws can easily penetrate without damage. They also form a more secure connection because of their shape, preventing squeaky floors and tightly holding the subfloor in place. That said, some contractors do prefer nails depending on the type of floor covering because they allow for more flexibility.
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.
Installing a tongue-and-groove wall requires similar techniques to those associated with installing shiplap. However, because of the precision necessary to make each board fit perfectly and the increased material prices, the cost is higher than that of shiplap installations. Expect to spend between $2 and $6 more per square foot for tongue-and-groove walls versus shiplap ones.
Begin by analyzing the blueprints and gathering the proper materials before framing a house. With the prep stages behind you, begin by framing the floor of a house on the newly set foundation. Exterior and interior walls come next, along with rough openings for doors and windows. Contractors will then add ceiling and roof rafters to finish things off.
A few signs that you need a new door frame include:
The door no longer fits properly in its frame and sticks or scrapes.
You notice cracks, holes, or rotting.
You feel a draft coming from around the door when it’s closed.
You find yourself frequently needing to make repairs.
The Panthersville, GA homeowners’ guide to carpentry services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Find out the average cost to frame a house in Atlanta, GA. Learn what you can expect to pay for local house framing services and materials for your new build.
When you’re tackling a project or hiring a contractor, it’s helpful to know key carpentry terms. From end grain to dovetail joints, here’s a complete list.
