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Q: How do you know if you need a new door frame?

• <div><p>A few signs that you need a new door frame include:</p><ul><li><p>The door no longer fits properly in its frame and sticks or scrapes.</p></li><li><p>You notice cracks, holes, or rotting.</p></li><li><p>You feel a draft coming from around the door when it&rsquo;s closed.</p></li><li><p>You find yourself frequently needing to make repairs.</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Q: Are porch columns load bearing?

• <div><p>Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-do-i-find-out-if-column-between-foyer-dining-room-living-room-decorative-or-load.htm">ways to identify a load-bearing column</a>, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.</p></div>

Q: How long does it take to frame a 1,500-square-foot house?

• <div><p>Framing most homes takes anywhere between five and eight weeks to complete. You&rsquo;ll need to account for inclement weather conditions, material shipment times, the number of crew members, and the weight of your materials. If the weather is too hot, wet, or cold for the installation, this process could take closer to eight weeks.</p></div>

Q: What do I do if I don't have a stud finder?

• <div><p>There are a few easy ways to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-find-stud-in-wall.htm">locate a wall stud without a stud finder</a>. First, try knocking on the wall with your knuckles. Most parts of the wall will sound hollow, but when you tap over a stud, it will sound more solid. Alternatively, since studs are spaced 16 or 24 inches apart, you can measure those distances from a corner of the room, which will always have a stud. </p></div>

Q: How long does it take to frame with metal studs?

• <div><p>Framing with metal studs can be significantly faster than using wooden studs, provided you have some experience working with the material. While you can use virtually instant pneumatic nailers with wood, metal requires installing screws. However, because metal is lighter, straighter, usually comes cut-to-length, and doesn't require sorting for the best pieces, you can save significant time using metal instead of wood. </p></div>

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Last update on January 02, 2026

Reviewed in January 2026
Fast friendly service. Ended up getting 12 yds for a good price. Good quality soil with just a few rock in it, but perfect for integrating with native soil.
Z&M CONSTRUCTION, EXCAVATION, & SEPTIC
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Reviewed in April 2025
Got job done in timely manner and cleaned up nicely after the job was done, I would have him do more work for me!
JJ's Decorative Solutions LLC
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Reviewed in December 2024
Clint came out to take measurements, explain the product in expert detail, and answer all my questions. He also worked with me on a practical level to schedule everything. This greatly saved my overall project manhours by enabling the guys working on the electrical to avoid extra labor post...
Modern Foam Solutions LLC
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Reviewed in April 2023
I found them to be informative, polite, honest, and hard workers with a great work ethic. They cleaned everything up and restored our yard as well as could be expected. Their price was fair for the work done. We were very satisfied and would recommend them highly. The estimate was what we...
PE Foundation Solutions, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2023
they are excellent. They left everything nice and clean.
Trak Roofing & Construction
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Reviewed in November 2022
Very happy with their work, friendly and very knowledgeable in what they are doing! Fit my replacement into their busy work schedule as soon as materials were delivered. Would definitely recommend them to anyone needing anything done! Thank You Drain Doctors!
Drain Doctors, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2022
Dylan was really great to work with from start to finish and I think we got a fair price. Pressure washing was something that I had been meaning to do myself but I just never found the time to get the equipment or do the work. So, it was a big relief being able to give that over to Dylan. He...
Grove's Power Washing
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Reviewed in April 2022
Continued contact with me until the job was done. Updated me when he was going to be a little bit longer than he anticipated.. continued to update me on price as I added more to the job. I appreciated that a lot. I would definitely recommend to other homeowners.
Clayton Service
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Reviewed in April 2022
We highly recommend Alex for your construction or remodel projects. He is responsible, trustworthy, and does quality work. Since 2019, Alex has worked on several projects for us in Waverly (KS), Olathe, Overland Park, and Kansas City. Some examples of the work he has completed for us include:...
Bowers Remodeling LLC
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Reviewed in March 2022
Professional service and work. They cleaned up the areas and left no limbs or stumps for me to deal with. Price was reasonable for work expected. I would hire them again.
Yetter's Tree Service
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ALPHA DAWG CONTRACTORS

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"Chris and Scott along with their crew did an excellent job of removing a tree in our back yard."

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McFarland Builders

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In business since 1989

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We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

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Carothers Enterprise LLC

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Hi my name is Derek Carothers im the owner of Carothers enterprise llc. We are a small family owned business it me and my sons. I've been in business for over 4 years for myself but " in the construction business" my whole life. Grew up around a custom home and cabinet maker (that was my grandfather). We offer new concrete, concrete replacement, dump truck and equipment services excavation, pretty much any general construction commercial or residential we offer CONSTRUCTION SOLUTIONS!!

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In business since 1996

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"Very professional and reasonable prices- excellent work.

Have used this contractor for kitchen back splash tiling, entryway tiling and for a pergola."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Lebo, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

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"Ryan takes a lot of pride in his work and is willing to go the extra mile to make sure the project is completed to your standards. Very trustworthy, and would not hesitate to recommend to others."

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Serving Lebo, KS 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 Lebo, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

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"They did a good job. She had to submit like a photo but my daughter had them work on the central are of the loft. The deal was for one room. She got a lot of good ideal from her and it was worth it for her. They were professional and I did not hear anything negative."

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Vantage Point Exteriors

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Serving Lebo, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

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"Service an products were both outstanding. Matt addressed issues that other contractors did not see or address in their bids. Questions were immediately addressed. Matt was outstanding with the design and color coordination. The crew was fast, clean, and professional. Excellent customer service and satisfaction.
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Recommended by73%of homeowners

Serving Lebo, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

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"I rely on him for a lot of work. He is very prompt and convenient. A lot times, I don’t even have to be at the rentals. My tenants let him in and he takes care of everything. He always calls me afterwards to tell me what happened and bills me. I trust him to get the job done."

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Hampton Enterprise LLC

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Serving Lebo, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

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"He was awesome. He called back, but he was working in Reed field, North Carolina and he could not get to us for a couple of days. By the time, he got to us we had already gotten the other estimates, and we were pleased with him. Hampton guy was great. He was really quick to get back to us, but he had other projects that he had already lined up. The experience was very satisfactory. He was very courteous, and prompt. He was very honest in saying that he cannot get to us, and if we needed to have this work done now, then we need to have to get somebody else. I appreciated that."

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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

A few signs that you need a new door frame include:

The door no longer fits properly in its frame and sticks or scrapes.
You notice cracks, holes, or rotting.
You feel a draft coming from around the door when it’s closed.
You find yourself frequently needing to make repairs.

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

Framing most homes takes anywhere between five and eight weeks to complete. You’ll need to account for inclement weather conditions, material shipment times, the number of crew members, and the weight of your materials. If the weather is too hot, wet, or cold for the installation, this process could take closer to eight weeks.

There are a few easy ways to locate a wall stud without a stud finder. First, try knocking on the wall with your knuckles. Most parts of the wall will sound hollow, but when you tap over a stud, it will sound more solid. Alternatively, since studs are spaced 16 or 24 inches apart, you can measure those distances from a corner of the room, which will always have a stud.

Framing with metal studs can be significantly faster than using wooden studs, provided you have some experience working with the material. While you can use virtually instant pneumatic nailers with wood, metal requires installing screws. However, because metal is lighter, straighter, usually comes cut-to-length, and doesn't require sorting for the best pieces, you can save significant time using metal instead of wood.

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