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Avatar for Rolling Green Fence, LLC
Rolling Green Fence, LLC
4.7(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Riceboro, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Buck and his crew did an exemplary job. He worked with us for over a week getting the particulars of the project worked out. The job was a challenge, requiring some creativity due to a slight elevation change on our lot and even a sizable drainage ditch the fence had to cross. We opted for a custom made six foot picket wood design. Buck and crew came up with a great plan and the fence looks terrific. The installation was completed in a reasonable time frame, even with a couple of weather delays."
Flat Black Fence
3 Rail Corral-Welded Wire Fence
6' HIgh Vertical PVC Fence
6' High PVC w Lattice
Dado--Garden Fence

+11

Response time4 days
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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ZAVALA MAINTENANCE & REPAIR SERVICES
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Riceboro, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The pro showed up on time as expected, asked a few questions as to where i wanted the shed built and quickly got to work. What would have possibly taken me a full day to complete he accomplished in less then 5 hours. i have plenty of work for him in the future."
Ceiling repair
Ceiling repair
Room painted
Room painted
Room painted

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Santos Landscape and Garden Services LLC
4.8(
4
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Riceboro, GA and surrounding areas

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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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Recommended by75%of homeowners
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2 Veteran's Construction
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Riceboro, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The job was done to perfection and with great respect. I was kept informed and updated on a daily basis. The level of detail is amazing and I couldn’t be more pleased."
Replace exterior stairs
Replace exterior stairs
Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

There are both temporary and permanent ways to enclose a carport. If you’re looking to enclose your carport for the winter, a canvas enclosure could do the trick. It won’t be as protective as a permanent structure, but it can offer some protection from elements like snow, rain, and wind. For a permanent enclosure, you can add extra walls, add a new vertical roof, or a lean-to addition on one side of the structure.

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.

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.

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