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Big Sky Builders
4.9(
30
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Shelley, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

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
46 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 Shelley, ID and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

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
Enjay Maintenance
5.0(
2
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Shelley, 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
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Jesse Services
5.0(
3
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Carpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair+1 more

Serving Shelley, ID and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"I have hired Jesse for multiple projects in my recently purchased hone. He has put together beds, tables , dressers and side tables. He also installed a gate on my front porch. He has trimmed my tress and modified the gate in my backyard and laid gravel so I can park my vehicles and camper in the backyard, since I only have off street parking.. he has been a huge assett. He is trustworthy and honest."
Backyard gate
Backyard gate
Backyard gate
Doggie Door
Doggie Door

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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. 

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.

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.

Framing is the shell of the house. It includes several steps, including studs, plumbing, and electricity. A professional will ensure the wall frame is secured for the house’s structural integrity. 

Framing prices change depending on the material and whether the wall is load-bearing. Most contractors use wood to frame a home, but metal is another popular choice.

It’s best to use two screws to secure deck boards into every joist. Securing the boards to every joist makes the deck more structurally sound, while using two screws on the outer sides of the boards can help prevent warping and cupping.

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