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Avatar for Deck & Fence Renewal Systems
Deck & Fence Renewal Systems
4.5(
199
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving California, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Deck Renewal Systems delivered a beautiful, quality deck for our home! We are pleased with the outcome. The team was responsive, helped us to select a great material, was able to leverage existing framing (saved us money) and ensured the new deck was reinforced with updated support posts. They even flexed to accommodate our last minute decision to add a patio with another vendor so that the deck and patio worked together. The team was hard working and a pleasure to work with. Definitely recommend if you're looking to add a beautiful deck to your home!"
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Rose Home Restoration LLC
5.0(
24
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving California, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Tyler has worked on a number of projects over several years. He helped build and finish a two story garage including rough in, finish, painting , molding, and electric. Tyler also helped install three sets of solar arrays (144 total solar panels) where he did most of the electric for power switches, 3 inverters, solar batteries, and emergency power. Tyler is friendly, knowledgeable, and honest."
Cady Deck & Barn
Cady Deck & Barn
Cady Deck & Barn
Cady Deck & Barn
Cady Deck & Barn

+5

Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Tri State Complete Home Repair and Maintenance
4.5(
74
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+14 more

Serving California, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I recently hired Tri State Complete Home Repair to install a step and hand rail to my sister's home for easier access. Tri State Complete Home Repair responded right away and within 24 hours of my search! Tim listened to my concerns and came up with a solution that works very well. So well in fact that I had them come to my house the next day and install hand rails at the entrance of my home. The workmanship was great and Jim, the carpenter was wonderful! He listened to our concerns, came up with a plan and made it work! The job he did was sturdy and very secure. The job site was totally cleaned up afterwards. I highly recommend Tri State Complete Home Repair and will be sure to use them again when I need additional work done."
Remodeling - General Project
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Remodeling - General Project
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+5

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by53%of homeowners
Avatar for S&L Cabinetry and Design
S&L Cabinetry and Design
5.0(
11
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Carpentry Framing - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving California, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Job was done perfectly. Passed the main test being my wife. She was very pleased. Steve also gave us a quote to attach a gate to our deck which was also done perfectly. Braden did a great job of finishing the work. I would use them again in a heartbeat! Thanks again to Steve and Braden. Quality work. Timely. Cleaned up after. You could tell they care about what they do."
 cabinet replacement
 cabinet replacement
 cabinet replacement
 cabinet replacement
 cabinet replacement

+33

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Wilson Construction
4.8(
15
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Closet - BuildDeck or Porch - Repair

Serving California, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Daniel is an excellent contractor. He completed all the work I requested in a timely manner and for the original cost that was quoted. I have since hired him to do additional work in my home and will continue to use him. He is fair and honest and will tell you if you how to save money on repairs. I would highly recommend Daniel for any work you need."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by14%of homeowners
Scott Wilson Carpentry, LLC
5.0(
1
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving California, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Scott Wilson Carpentry, LLC, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Scott Wilson Gazebo
Scott Wilson Wood Pens
Scott Wilson Wood Carving
Scott Wilson Chair
Scott Wilson

+5

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

A cross brace for a fence gate should stretch from the top corner of the gate’s hinge side to the bottom corner of its latch side at a 45-degree angle to the bottom of the gate. This positioning distributes the bulk of the gate’s weight to the base of the post, taking pressure off the top hinge.

Carpenters are trained to take on a wide range of home projects. You can hire a carpenter to do framing, roofing, build custom furniture, and make significant upgrades to your home. General carpenters are usually able to handle most jobs. However, you may also choose to hire a carpenter who specializes in a specific type of carpentry. 

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

An A-frame home can be cheaper to build than a traditional house, but that is not always a given. Prices can be fairly similar in some cases, depending on the location, design, and necessary site preparation. Costs for an A-frame typically run between $100 to $200 per square foot, which is comparable to the cost of a traditional home. The cost of an A-frame can come in under those numbers if you opt for a prefabricated kit.

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.

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