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Bugle Construction JMJ, LLC
4.3(
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Serving Dover, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The owner Michael was very helpful and professional. They tore down my old wooden deck and built me a bigger beautiful new deck. It turned out very nice. Its great having more space for bbq's."
Deck Revamp
Deck Extension
Porch / Pergola
Deck with Cable.
Cedar - stained

+29

Response time4 days
48 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Mulders Finish Carpentry
5.0(
4
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Serving Dover, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I would highly recommend Greg for anyone looking for carpentry work. From start to finish he was professional, punctual, clean and precise. We couldn't be happier with the job he did for us."
Custom Built Mantle
Wardrobe cabinets
Wardrobe cabinets
Custom built stained decorative hood
Custom Painted Kitchen

+16

Response time30 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
ESW Empire Construction
4.9(
11
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Serving Dover, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Erin is an extremely good carpenter who built a large covered deck for us this last spring. We had several contractors bid the job and Erin was very competitive with his bidding. His helpful concern for our construction saved us time and money. We noticed he kept the work area very clean; and he did not waste materials. He offered design ideas that enhanced our original design plans without costing us additional moneys. I highly recommend his company and intend to keep him as our go-to contractor on any further projects we decide to do. Max Simpson [email protected]"
Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by44%of homeowners
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Think N Tinker, LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Dover, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Hired Think n Tinker to install solar panels for lights and power in my shipping container at the back of the property, bout half mile from the nearest power line. Planned, ordered, and executed the project within a week, most of which was waiting on delivery. Canâ t recommend him highly enough."
HVAC Voltage test
HVAC Disconnect
Rustic Crate-style Shelf
Fabricating the mantel board
Close-up of the finish, after sanding and staining

+18

Response time30 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JDR Woodworking, llc
5.0(
2
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Serving Dover, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They arrived on time and got right to the job. It was done quickly and efficiently with no mess to clean up afterward. I've had siding done a couple of times before and this was the best experience I've had. I would definitely Italy recommend JDR Woodworking."
Cabinets
Kitchen
Kitchen
Kitchen
Kitchen

+48

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Woodworking questions, answered by experts

No, beams are the primary load-bearers for flooring or roofing systems, and they distribute the weight of the structure to your foundational supports, while joists bear far less weight and distribute their loads to the beams. Beams are usually thicker and longer, and they have support posts or foundation walls beneath them for support.

Floor joists provide support and stability to the flooring installed above them, whether it be hardwood, tile, or carpet. They’re essentially horizontal beams that hold up the subfloor and everything that lies on top of it. Floor joists also help evenly distribute weight across their structure so that it’s shared between walls, beams, and your foundation.

Learning how to frame a house includes picking the right lumber for the job. Most people will want to pick pine, spruce, or fir for the framing. These types of lumber are affordable and produce sturdy framing for structures. Look for kiln-dried lumber to reduce the risk of shrinkage or insect damage after installation. As part of what’s included in framing a house when you hire a professional, the contractor should order the lumber, so you don’t have to worry about finding the right lumber.

No, you do not usually tip a carpenter for their work. However, if you’ve been very happy with the level of service and quality of work, a 10% to 20% tip would likely be accepted with thanks. If you’re not sure, it can help to discuss the carpenter’s policy or preference for tipping before beginning the project.

If you don’t have a power saw with a blade where you can adjust the angle, you could use a miter box and hand saw to make the cuts. The miter box contains wide slots to support the piece of baseboard and other narrow slots to accommodate the blade of the hand saw. However, it’s tough to make non-standard cuts beyond 30 or 45 degrees when using a miter box.

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