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Island Heritage Builders Inc
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Waianae, HI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

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We are a licensed and bonded Contractor in Hawaii. We worked both on Residential and Commercial projects. We have completed numerous commercial projects as Subcontractor to Main General Contractors like renovations of Four Season Resort and Hotel at Ko' Olina, Grand Waikikian Tower at Waikiki Area, Renovation of The Queen's Medical Center West Oahu, Ala Moana Hotel Porte Cochere and Lobby, Kaiser Permanente Clinic at Kapolei Branch, Maui Wailea Village Center, Hickam Federal Credit Union Bank at Pearl City, Music Complex Building at University of Hawaii Manoa, Fitness Center at University of Hawaii, West Oahu, Town & Country Surf and ABC Store 202 at International Market Place.\nOn Residential Projects we have successfully completed Renovations of KJ Homes at 2017A Iholena Street, another KJ Homes at 1380 St Louis Drive, another KJ Homes at 86-357 Hale Elua Street, Waianae. We provide free Estimates. Work - Mon thru Sun 7 am to 6pm

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New to Angi
Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Waianae, HI and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

Hello I’m a 57 year old single parent with many years of life experiences but just recently venturing into this world of gig work and offering my skills and services independently. I am honest, dependable, and trustworthy. I love working directly with clients where I can create and develop a genuine relationship based on honesty, trust and realistic expectations,no bs.

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C&C Home Upgrades, LLC
New to Angi
Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Waianae, HI and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Aloha, my name is Chaeden Grace-Reyes, owner of C&C Home Upgrades LLC.\n\nWe’re a locally operated home renovation and repair company proudly serving homeowners across Oʻahu. Our mission is simple: provide high-quality craftsmanship, honest communication, and reliable service on every project.\n\nAt C&C Home Upgrades, we specialize in drywall installation and repair, deck construction and restoration, flooring, painting, and general home upgrades. Whether it’s repairing damage, upgrading your space, or building something new, we approach every job with attention to detail and pride in our work.\n\nWe believe your home is your kuleana, and we treat every project as if it were our own.\n\nMahalo for considering C&C Home Upgrades. We look forward to helping bring your project to life.\n\nFree estimates available. Message us anytime to discuss your project.

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H Drywall, LLC
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+9 more

Serving Waianae, HI and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"There are 3 things I would highlight about the work of H Drywall: responsiveness, expertise and professionalism. Also (very important) - friendliness. It's not easy to find all of these in one company! Harry and his crew have been indispensable in getting us through several stages of custom projects in a timely manner. He's been quick to respond to our requests for help right from the start. The quality of his work is exceptional and we were delighted to find that he does painting as well as drywall since we need some specialized painting for a staircase project. Every member of Harry's crew has been thorough, meticulous, and courteous ensuring our satisfaction at every step. We continue to rely on HDrywall as we work through a series of projects. I can't overstate how lucky we feel to have found this company. I'm so grateful that Harry has been willing to work us into his busy schedule when we needed him. I recommend H Drywall to anyone who wants high quality work at very reasonable prices."
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

The best way to calculate framing costs is by basing your costs on the square footage of your home. On average, framing your home could cost anywhere between $7 and $16 per square foot. 

To ensure you don’t go over budget, base your estimates on the higher end of the price range. If you know you’re going to use high-end materials or require a custom or complex build, you might even want to tack on an additional 5% of your budget.

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

When building a house, it is customary to use 16d nails that measure 3 1/2 inches in length to construct the frame. These nails are crucial in providing the necessary support and stability for structural elements like joists and studs, which ensures a sturdy framework.

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. 

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.

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