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Guaranteed Improvements
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Shannon, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1970

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Guaranteed Improvements take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!\n\nResidential Basic Individual\n#: RBI003968

CABANA
KITCHEN
MEDIA ROOM
FRAMELESS SHOWER
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+20

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Lanning Construction LLC
5.0(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Shannon, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"He is a skilled contractor and a hard worker. He gave me a very competitive price and did excellent work remodeling my kitchen for me. He shows up on time and does what he says he is going to do. I will definitely hire him again."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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AAA Basement Waterproofing
4.8(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Shannon, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"What a great experience.  Jeff showed up on time and provided a quick and professional evaluation.   He didn't try to push any unneeded repairs and told me straight out that I didn't require any of his services.  Jeff did provide me with some great tips on water proofing my home and solid references for some local contractors.  If you want the straight scoop, see Jeff first.
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Full Interior Encap Sys
Full Interior Crawl Drainage Sys
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Before Sub-Floor System
After Sub-Floor System

+5

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Hearthmaster
4.5(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Shannon, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I thought they gave me a thorough examination, but I did have a second look and they didn't think we needed the type of work they suggested. They looked up the type of floo I needed and they said that they didn't make the type I needed anymore, but they were able to find a contractor who could fix it instead of replace it. The cleaning was fine."
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Backyard Custom Construction LLC
4.4(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Shannon, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I worked easilty with my contact in planning and setting up the construction of a new shed in my backyard. The project was a little complicated and included demolishing an old existing structure and building a new shed on top of that foundation. I am happy with the finished product and feel it was a good value. But, issues with the contractor arose after the building was finished. It took several phone calls, emails and even texts for them to come back and clean up the property, including removing the debris from the old structure, leftover lumbar and trash. It was six weeks before they came back and cleaned up. I feel they really dropped the ball at the end.
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

When deciding whether to use nails or screws for framing, the specific needs of the project must be taken into account. Nails have long been the go-to option for framing due to their affordability, ease of installation, and ability to withstand shear forces. They are perfect for structural framing projects where fast assembly is essential. In contrast, screws offer exceptional holding power and are particularly useful in situations requiring increased strength and resistance to pull-out forces. For projects that prioritize accuracy and long-lasting quality, screws may be the preferred option, though nails remain a dependable and efficient choice.

For maximum stability, install grab bars on wall studs, as this will adequately support the weight. However, if you don't have access to studs, you can get by with wall anchors. If opting for the latter, choose specialty hollow wall anchors. 

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

An A-frame home can be cheaper to build than a traditional house, but that is not always a given. Prices can be fairly similar in some cases, depending on the location, design, and necessary site preparation. Costs for an A-frame typically run between $100 to $200 per square foot, which is comparable to the cost of a traditional home. The cost of an A-frame can come in under those numbers if you opt for a prefabricated kit.

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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