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Q: What type of bracing should I use for my bowing basement wall?

• <div><p>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. </p></div>

Q: Where are most load-bearing walls located?

• <div><p>Most load-bearing walls are exterior, though they can also be interior.</p></div>

Q: What does metal stud framing include?

• <div><p>Metal stud framing parts include the studs themselves, upper and lower tracks that act as top and bottom wall plates, various angle fasteners and clips, screws for fastening pieces togeher, metal straps, c-channel supports, and thicker steel supporting structures. Roof framing metal components include pre-fabricated trusses, heavy-gauge stud pieces, and various plates and fasteners. </p></div>

Q: How thick should plywood be for boarding windows?

• <div><p>You can choose 5/8-inch plywood or 3/4-inch plywood&mdash;anything thinner than these sizes may not withstand the impact of debris propelled by strong winds or can be easily torn off by intruders. Remember that the durability of the wood board is crucial, particularly for safeguarding your windows during severe storms. The effectiveness of using wood boards for protecting the investment you made in your home relies on using the appropriate material and ensuring proper installation.</p></div>

Q: Can I build a wooden carport myself?

• <div><p>While it is possible to build a wooden carport yourself, especially if you are skilled in carpentry, professional construction is recommended. Professionals ensure structural integrity, proper anchoring, correct alignment, and the use of quality materials for a stable and durable result.</p></div>

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Last update on August 15, 2025

Reviewed in August 2025
They were timely, efficient, and professional. I would use them again and wil recommend them.
Wilro Plumbers, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2025
Dan is a fantastic contractor. He is professional, reliable and works hard for his clients. He navigated the coordination and decision making time lines for our house project seamlessly and even created flexibility so that we could live in the house for part of the construction. We are grateful...
Freesia Construction LLC
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Reviewed in June 2024
BJ (owner) showed up right on time, fully explained everything to me, adequately answered all of my questions and conducted the project with great skill and aplomb! After the work was completed, two faucets in my house weren't functioning very well due to the water having been shut off during...
Pro Style Landscaping & Maintenance
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Reviewed in June 2023
Attention to detail, professional equipment, courteous. DidnÃ¢Â Â t skip corners, timely, great cleanup. Will use him again.
Luis Painting Company
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Reviewed in February 2023
George Wilson called, said he was on his way, never showed up, did not return my calls
Wilson Contracting, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2022
I donâ t know that the work is great,but the service was terrific so I assume they did a great jobâ ¦didnâ t climb onto the roof to see!!!
208 Roof Repair
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Reviewed in December 2021
Friendly company, looking forward to finishing the rest of the house.
Renewal by Andersen of Boise
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Quality Construction LLC

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Serving Sun Valley, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

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General Construction

+15

Serving Sun Valley, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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Customers say: True professional

"They did a really nice job. Everything went perfect. They did it quickly and they worked really hard."

Wood-look tile flooring with tile baseboards and metal moulding.

Beautiful herring bone walls with a custom marble tub deck and bench inside the shower!

Custom Travers Tile made mosaic from tiles cut from real local stone made to the specifications of the homeowner

+49

Response time1 day

6 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Sun Valley, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

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"I never contacted the provider or used this service in anyway. I have to
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Jill Seidner Interior Design

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Serving Sun Valley, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

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"Excellent - I ended up hiring someone to help with shopping and finishing piece - waste of time and money. Jill's service was by far the most useful and best value in my decorating process.
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Recommended by55%of homeowners

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Snowden Construction LLC

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Serving Sun Valley, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

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Emergency services offered

"Great job,they even fixed mistakes from the first contractor."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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All-Brite Services LLC

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Serving Sun Valley, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 1981

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Emergency services offered

"Excellent job. I highly recommend him. He did some roofing work for me and tree trimming and the work he done was great. He's there when he said that he would be and had a decent price."

Recommended by87%of homeowners

Serving Sun Valley, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

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"Wonderful! They did a great job. They were fast and efficient. They did a professional job and I would recommend them to all."

+37

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Sun Valley, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

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Emergency services offered

"Rafael did a great single ply job for me. He is reliable, punctual and very professional. I definitely recommend his services."

+10

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Sun Valley, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everything went super well. Thanks Carlos for your work. Tom P Ketchum, Idaho"

Basement extension and starting the framing of the sauna to the right.

Finishing exterior finish with siding and metal skirting.

Response time2 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Hampton Enterprise LLC

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Serving Sun Valley, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

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Emergency services offered

"They were good. They were pretty fast and came on time. My overall experience with them has been good."

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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

Most load-bearing walls are exterior, though they can also be interior.

Metal stud framing parts include the studs themselves, upper and lower tracks that act as top and bottom wall plates, various angle fasteners and clips, screws for fastening pieces togeher, metal straps, c-channel supports, and thicker steel supporting structures. Roof framing metal components include pre-fabricated trusses, heavy-gauge stud pieces, and various plates and fasteners.

You can choose 5/8-inch plywood or 3/4-inch plywood—anything thinner than these sizes may not withstand the impact of debris propelled by strong winds or can be easily torn off by intruders. Remember that the durability of the wood board is crucial, particularly for safeguarding your windows during severe storms. The effectiveness of using wood boards for protecting the investment you made in your home relies on using the appropriate material and ensuring proper installation.

While it is possible to build a wooden carport yourself, especially if you are skilled in carpentry, professional construction is recommended. Professionals ensure structural integrity, proper anchoring, correct alignment, and the use of quality materials for a stable and durable result.

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