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Big Sky Builders
4.9(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Lincoln, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent. He squeezed us in with our very small project before he started on a big project. Destroying our old deck before installing new one, my yard looked like a war zone, had my doubts, but after the job completed, everything was perfect. Except for the deck. You couldn't even see what work was completed. Recommend him highly. Will use again..."
Front Porch
Archer Deck
59 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by24%of homeowners
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ELEMENT ELITE LLC
4.9(
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Lincoln, ID and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

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Small jobs welcome

"We are so happy to have our basement competed. James and his crew finished our basement by drywalling, painting, trimming out windows, door frames and i stalling doors. It looks great!"
Response time2 days
Response rate94%
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Big Sky Builders
4.8(
23
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Lincoln, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I was replacing an old wobbly 10x20 deck and stairs. I found Big Sky Builders on thumbtack and got a quote from them and two others. The new deck looks absolutely fantastic. The quote was reasonable and the materials were all as agreed. I would definite use them again."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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Black Iron Construction and Fabrication
4.9(
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Lincoln, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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Customers say: True professional

"I am the rebuild manager at Flood and Fire Solutions. I have hired Black Iron for several jobs. Drywall repairs, painting, trim work, framing. Ryan does great work, quickly and efficiently. The finished product has always been quality. If you need a pro for a remodeling or repair project, give him a call."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Enjay Maintenance
5.0(
2
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Lincoln, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Gave us a quote and a time frame, required half down the first day, things came up throughout the project which prolonged the time frame, but came the next morning and finished the job. He installed can lights in our kitchen and living room, and now those rooms are flooded with light! It feels like a new place! Thanks, Nathan!"
Response time2 days
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Bump-out additions can add some space to a closet without requiring any significant structural work. This entails pushing back the existing rear or side of the closet, simply moving the wall into either an adjacent room or unused space. For ground-floor closets, this could even be extended to the exterior of the home, but that has its own complications. Bump-outs are a good discussion to have with your contractor if you’re just looking to increase the space a little—not renovate the entire closet space.

Removing a load-bearing wall affects the structural integrity of your home, so you’ll need a permit before starting the work. Building codes vary by municipality, and obtaining a permit and having the work inspected after completion will ensure you’re in compliance with all applicable regulations.

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.

If the bowing basement wall is less than 2 inches, steel or carbon fiber straps are the best solution. For bowing that is more than 2 inches, wall anchors are the most effective. A contractor can help you decide the best method of repair for your home's foundation and also address the root cause of the trouble.

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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