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Man Cave Essentials
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Owensboro, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They did two major projects for us tearing down and rebuilding my dream deck and front porch. They went above and beyond to create more than I imagined. They really impressed us with their knowledge and the quality of their work. They are very transparent on cost and honest. Great communication and they really listen to their customers. I am so thankful I found them and will definitely be using them again. They are my number #1 suggestion to anyone in the tristate for home projects."
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Response time8 hrs
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Higgs Handyman Repair
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Deck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Owensboro, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I broke in my door and had no idea how to go about getting help to repair it. I found Higgs Handyman Repair and I am extremely satisfied with the service. I am impressed by the quality of work and was how friendly, efficient and easy communication was. The project was completed in just a few hours. Thank you for saving my door and preventing me from replacing the whole thing!"
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J Wilson
New to Angi
Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Owensboro, KY and surrounding areas

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Hello, my name is Jeremy. I am a general carpenter with experience in building houses, painting, deck construction, demo and complete remodeling, basic plumbing, and everything in between. Let me know how I can help with your next project!

Oaks Handyman
New to Angi
Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair+2 more

Serving Owensboro, KY and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

With over 30 years of experience in carpentry, construction, roofing, and general handyman services, I’m here to help with projects around your home. If you need repairs, improvements, or maintenance, I would be happy to take care of it for you. Reliable, experienced, and ready to get the job done right.

Safeway Trim Specialties
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Exterior Shutters - Repair or Restore - For BusinessGazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair - For Business+5 more

Serving Owensboro, KY and surrounding areas

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We are a husband/wife team that have been doing all stages of wood working for over 30 years. We are master carpenters in all areas of remodeling and home improvements. We offer full references with guarantees on our work. We offer every stage of remodeling from custom closet revamps to curved staircases. We are you one stop wood working and remodeling pair.

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

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.

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.

Yes, a 2x6 should hold a porch swing and safely support the load. A smaller joist runs the risk of it not offering enough support for the swing. If you have a joist smaller than 2x6, add additional bolstering support.

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