"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."
"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."
"Hired Make A Choice to replace my worn out ceder siding. Work with Tim as the lead and work through all aspects of the job and contract - Make sure you understand all of it and ask question, this is the time add things like painting the foundation or adding insulation behind the Siding which i did and the house now warmer. Keeping Siding removal and replacement is construction with many decisions you have to make as the job goes. The work Quality was Great they transformed my homes exterior, fixed issues and the folks that did the finish work were the best, the painter Fernando was stellar, he had a great attention to detail that made me aware of some other issues that when brought up were resolved properly with great care. they did such great Work that im looking to work with them again to do my Gutters with then also. they also do Roofing. wish they did other works as well as its hard to find good people like Make a Choice these days ."
"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. "
"Brothers Contracting and Landscaping is FABULOUS to work with! They tore out our old, unsafe deck and replaced it with one twice the size and much, much sturdier. The also replaced our worn out front porch and shed doors and built completely new doors, as well as remodeling our damaged floor in our master bathroom and installing new fabulous flooring. They accomplished all this in about 3 1/2 weeks! On time, on budget, and with EXCELLENT workmanship. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND BROTHERS!"
"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."
"I needed a large picture window on a second floor replaced. I had 7 repair estimates and Michaels was the best. He was very professional and did the work as scheduled. I was extremely satisfied and definitely would use him again."
"I worked with Pierre and his team and they did a excellent job ceiling up my foundation wall. I would highly recommend them, they were both professional and efficient with the service they provided. Thanks Guys!!"
House framing can be expensive because the materials are pricey, and the job requires a high level of expertise. The more complex the plans, the more expensive the job, but even the most basic frame needs to be installed with high-quality materials and precision. When pricing your home’s framework, remember that a sturdy frame is necessary to create a safe structure.
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.
Bump-out additions can extend anywhere from 2 to 15 feet from an existing room. The right size will depend on how you plan to use the new space. For a cantilever bump-out, which doesn't require additional foundation support, the limit is typically 24 inches (2 feet). If a footing and foundation are part of the project, a bump-out can be much larger, even encompassing a whole room. It's also important to remember that many residential properties have limits on the total house size relative to the lot size.
By careful planning and reinforcement to maintain structural integrity.
It’s best to use two screws to secure deck boards into every joist. Securing the boards to every joist makes the deck more structurally sound, while using two screws on the outer sides of the boards can help prevent warping and cupping.
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.
