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Avatar for Built to Last Construction, LLC
Built to Last Construction, LLC
4.5(
15
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Deck or Porch - RepairWindow Frame - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace+6 more

Serving Bay City, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They did a really good job and they stand behind their work. The prices are competitive and they take pride in their work. I had a really old front door that was not insulated and they put in a new one with plenty of insulation. They also put in a new storm door and a garage side door that meant making a new doorway that's sealed properly. They answered all my questions and were respectful of the property"
start
10' X 16' deck
midway
10' X 16' deck
decking

+30

Response time5 hrs
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by61%of homeowners
Avatar for Infinity Home Improvement, Inc.
Infinity Home Improvement, Inc.
2.5(
703
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Bay City, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Excellent work. From the beginning of the meeting with the sales rep through the workers that handled the deck replacement, they were all friendly and professional. When the installers arrived on day one, they had the old deck tore off and the new deck done except for the stairs. The next day they completed the deck and cleaned up the work site. Love my new deck and how quickly the job was completed. I will hire them again for other projects I need done."
New Vinyl Siding
4 Season Sunroom
4 Season Sunroom
Response time12 hrs
Response rate98%
358 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Steve Yax
New to Angi
Exterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

Serving Bay City, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

With over 10 years of experience as a union carpenter, I take pride in providing quality craftsmanship and dependable service. I have experience with a wide range of carpentry and home-improvement projects, and I believe in doing the job right the first time.\n\nWhether it’s a small repair, remodeling project, trim work, decking, framing, or a larger renovation, I pay close attention to detail and treat every customer’s home with respect. My goal is to deliver quality work, communicate clearly, and make sure every customer is satisfied with the finished project.\n\nI look forward to helping bring your next home-improvement project to life!

at &thomas residential repair
New to Angi
Exterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

Serving Bay City, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Hello, and thank you for considering my services.\n\nI provide dependable carpentry and handyman work with a strong focus on quality, attention to detail, and doing the job right the first time. I take pride in maintaining a clean work area, treating every home with respect, and communicating clearly throughout the entire project.\n\nWhether it’s repairs, installations, trim work, drywall, framing, or general home improvement tasks, you can expect reliable service, professionalism, and workmanship you can feel confident about.\n\nClean. Respectful. Detail-oriented. Committed to customer satisfaction.\n\nI look forward to helping with your project.

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

It’s best to use two screws to secure deck boards into every joist. Securing the boards to every joist makes the deck more structurally sound, while using two screws on the outer sides of the boards can help prevent warping and cupping.

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.

When hanging a door frame, it’s recommended that you use screws, not nails. Screws are more secure, easier to tighten, and easier to remove if you need to adjust the frame. On average, the cost to replace a door frame is about $400, but you can save on labor costs if you’re confident in your ability to DIY the project. 

Bump-out additions can add some space to a closet without requiring any significant structural work. This entails pushing back the existing rear or side of the closet, simply moving the wall into either an adjacent room or unused space. For ground-floor closets, this could even be extended to the exterior of the home, but that has its own complications. Bump-outs are a good discussion to have with your contractor if you’re just looking to increase the space a little—not renovate the entire closet space.

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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