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BD Remodeling & Handyman services
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Fort Knox, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He done a great job with our gutters and porch ceiling and columns poles. He is a nice patient man and helpful too. We glad that we hired him to do work for us. He is recommending and we will have more work for him later."
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+5

Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Rafael Solorzano Construction
4.9(
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Carpentry Framing - InstallWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Fort Knox, KY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1994

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Warranties offered

"After getting some repairs done in our basement, we needed the area to be drywalled. This included removing some old paneling. Rafael and his assistant did an excellent job . We were so pleased that we hired him to lay new flooring and paint the entire area. His charges were very reasonable given the scope of the work. Rafael communicated regularly with us regarding his progress. We would definitely recommend him and would hire him again for future projects."
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+25

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
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Scott Wilson Carpentry, LLC
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Fort Knox, KY and surrounding areas

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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.

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Scott Wilson

+5

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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American Renovator LLC
4.3(
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Closet - BuildDeck or Porch - RepairExterior Shutters - Repair or Restore+4 more

Serving Fort Knox, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Highly recommend Don and his company! Superior work, excellent communication, high standard of excellence,â ¦.AR did a complete garage and breezeway remodel into a dreamy living space! He made my vision come trueâ ¦.you canâ  t go wrong with this companyâ ¦.highly recommend!!"
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+19

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

A-frame homes are on the smaller side. While there’s no set square footage amount it has to be, it will usually come in around 1,000 square feet or smaller.

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.

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.

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.

It's possible to turn your carport into a living space, but there are additional factors to address over turning it into a garage. HVAC, plumbing, and electricity won't be optional, and you'll need finished flooring, drywall, trim work, and legal ceiling height, for starters. Also, keep in mind that living space conversions may require upgrading the foundation underneath, and the permits might be more expensive as well.

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