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Avatar for Martin Home Improvement
Martin Home Improvement
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairCustom Cabinets - Build+2 more

Serving Avoca, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1977

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Bruce is fantastic to work with. Heâ s a super nice guy and he does what he says heâ s going to do. Pricing is always fair and competitive. Heâ s done several jobs for me inside and out. Highly recommend for any type of handyman job needed."
Replacing Treads
Removing Treads and Pads
Removing Treads
Almost finished
Stairs redone and refinished

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Response time1 day
Response rate97%
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JBA Construction & Services
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Carpentry Framing - RepairCarpentry Framing - Install

Serving Avoca, IA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today! \n

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RDZ Diverse Solutions LLC
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair+1 more

Serving Avoca, IA and surrounding areas

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Hi! Found yourself in need of handyman, builder, fabricator, operator. The list gos on. Names Ryan and rdz diverse solutions llc is my company. Capable of a multitude of tasks, jobs, projects. Attention to detail. With completion in a timely manner. At a reasonable cost to you. Hope to get your business. I take great pride in the Quality of work i put out and expect from those around me thats my reputation and my business’s. Im striving for the oh hey I know a guy recommendations Thanks for your time hope to get your business.

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Arkansas Wood Doors
5.0(
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Closet - BuildCustom Cabinets - Build

Serving Avoca, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Excellent work. We purchased natural cherry cabinets in shaker style, with the panels made of solid wood rather than veneer. That is more difficult work, as each panel has to be constructed from several planks. Moreover, the clear finish would leave any flaws more visible. Simply put, the doors are beautiful--flawless in both construction and finish. They are similar in quality to custom cherry furniture we own."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Austin Burd
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Avoca, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Went about his job in a workman like manor"
Response time1 day
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Homemade Design
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Avoca, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"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.
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Pennsylvania Master Bathroom
Boston Small Condo Kitchen
California Client Saves with HMD Designer Discounts
Recommended by54%of homeowners
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Re-Bath of the Heartland
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - Install+7 more

Serving Avoca, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The crews were very friendly and professional. They did a wonderful job . We are very happy with the results"
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Top Notch Renovations Facebook
4.6(
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairCarport (Wood) - Build+5 more

Serving Avoca, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They built a very nice deck for me in only 2 days and I was quite happy with the price. Really good guys, they worked through some very cold and windy weather to get it finished."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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PK Home Solutions LLC
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Carpentry Framing - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Avoca, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired PK Home Solutions to replace four doors in the basement along with some trim work after some water damage occurred. They were great to work with, communicated well, and did an excellent job! I would absolutely recommend them and hire them again!"
Bathroom Guy and Remodel
Bathroom Guy and Remodel
Bathroom Guy and Remodel
Bathroom Guy and Remodel
Response time2 days
Response rate97%
Recommended by9%of homeowners
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Woodworking questions, answered by experts

Joists and beams are both part of the flooring system above your basement, with the beams spanning the length of your home and getting support from vertical posts underneath, and joists usually spanning half the width of your home with no support posts underneath. The floor joists provide even support to the subflooring and flooring above, and they distribute that load to the beams. The beams then distribute that load down through the support posts to the foundation.

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.

General contractors use subcontractors to complete specific parts of a construction project. For example, a general contractor might have construction experience but need a subcontractor to install plumbing lines in a new home.

If you don’t have a coping saw, you can use an angle grinder to cope crown molding, but it takes a little more precision. Place your molding down on your workbench, angle the grinder at a 45-degree angle toward the molding, and back cut the wood. You’ll need to carefully angle your grinder to accommodate the curves in the wood, and aim to remove around 1 inch from the profile of the molding.

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.

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