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Creekside Carpentry, LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Clayton, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We needed a complete tear down and full new construction for an addition to our home. This remodel was a vision I had and David made it happen. Time frame, the line up of other contractors , and finished project were all amazing. I highly recommend Creekside for any type of construction."
Concrete Patio
South West Wall
South East Wall
Post & Header Installation
Headers, New OSB, House Wrap, Window Tape

+82

Response time3 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Gary Eugene Davis, Jr.
4.2(
140
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Serving Clayton, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Gary communicated very well, which I think makes a huge difference when working with a new contractor for the first time. He was thorough in the job as well as with his communication. He completed the job in a very timely manner and was extremely trustworthy. He was honest when it came to pricing and the timeline in which he could finish the job. He offered suggestions for different looks of what I wanted and more cost-efficient ideas. It was an overall seamless process for me in terms of working with Gary, and I was beyond happy with the result of the project"
 Door sll installed
 Trim, Doors, Built In Shelves
 All Siding was restored with sanding equipment
 Small Kitchen with layout Plan
 Built in Tile Shower/Shelves

+101

18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Renaissance Restorations, Inc.
4.4(
16
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Serving Clayton, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had been seeing Renaissance Restoration ads in the Grosse Pointe News for a while, so when it was time for renovations we decided to give them a call for a quote on our work. Mr. Craig, the owner came out and talked to us about our kitchen project as well as flooring. The amount of time they spent blew away the competition. They were genuinely interested in the details and the project. During the entire time of the project we were made to feel that our investment in the project was secondary to the detail and perfection of the whole scope. I wish more companies had an old fashioned attitude like Renaissance, where the craft is still the most important part."
Broader view of kitchen working together.
Pantry, oven, backsplash, under cabinet lighting.
Fixtures and kitchen.
Island, microwave, stove, Cambria Quartz and under cabinet lighting.
Island, color contrast

+90

22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
at &thomas residential repair
New to Angi

Serving Clayton, 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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Michael Gary Ottenbacher
New to Angi

Serving Clayton, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs

+22

Response time2 days
Response rate89%
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All Degrees Carpentries
5.0(
3
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Serving Clayton, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The guy that showed up was on time and very polite. All the work was excellent and you could see his attention to detail as I watched the work progress. I will definitely hire them again."
Ceiling
Paint Job
Paint Job
Paint Job
Paint Job

+9

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

Duration varies by project size, but average-sized homes typically take a weeks.

Framing a house with steel generally takes less time—around five to eight weeks—than most building materials. The steel components can also be made quickly off-site and manufactured with pre-punched holes for running piping and electrical wiring, which will lessen the prep work and extra labor during construction.

Yes, walls on the top floor can be load-bearing if stacked on the floor’s foundation.

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

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