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Homemade Design
3.7(
322
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Pahala, HI and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

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"I never contacted the provider or used this service in anyway. I have to
write this review so that the request to write this review stops
popping up.
The rating is bogus as it is required to be able to submit.
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Pennsylvania Master Bathroom
Boston Small Condo Kitchen
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Recommended by54%of homeowners
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Jill Seidner Interior Design
3.5(
89
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Pahala, HI and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

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"They did a good job. She had to submit like a photo but my daughter had them work on the central are of the loft. The deal was for one room. She got a lot of good ideal from her and it was worth it for her. They were professional and I did not hear anything negative."
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Barrett Construction Services, LLC
4.4(
7
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Pahala, HI and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We had around 450 sq ft of deck and railing, as well as some major supporting structures in need of repair. Christian and his crew, Joshua and Stan, secured the railing, repaired the old deck and replaced deck posts, supporting beam and joists. We are very impressed with the quality of workmanship and the attention to detail.. Throughout the project, Christian was always available for discussion and feedback. Christian started and ended the project as proposed. We feel very safe and secure walking around the deck and we will call Christian again for our next home improvement project."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Cozy Home Hawaii
4.5(
2
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Pahala, HI and surrounding areas

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"They were very straight forward in the process. They did our bathroom, bedroom, kitchen and gave us a quick quote. We were really satisfied with the service and they were very transparent about their pricing."
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Shawn Faulstick General Contracting
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Pahala, HI and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

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At Shawn Faulstick General Contracting, we make dreams come true. With over 10 years of experience, this phrase has become more than a catchy slogan. It's simply the way we do business. Shawn Faulstick General Contracting does everything from custom home building and remodeling to small commercial build outs. We offer quality, professionalism and competitive pricing for every job, regardless of project size. Customer satisfaction is our primary goal. Shawn Faulstick General Contracting looks forward to making your dream a reality. Give us a call today or book right here on our profile!

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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

The primary parts of a house that need framing during construction are floors, exterior walls, interior walls, and the roof. The framing in these areas provides the skeleton for adding other materials over the top. With walls, for example, contractors can hang drywall over the interior walls and siding over the outside of the exterior walls. Proper framing ensures a sturdy house that is built to last.

Framing with metal studs can be significantly faster than using wooden studs, provided you have some experience working with the material. While you can use virtually instant pneumatic nailers with wood, metal requires installing screws. However, because metal is lighter, straighter, usually comes cut-to-length, and doesn't require sorting for the best pieces, you can save significant time using metal instead of wood.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

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.

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

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