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Avatar for Christian Dangelo Finish Carpentry
Christian Dangelo Finish Carpentry
4.5(
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceCloset - BuildInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Grosse Pointe Shores, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Chris built a wardrobe closet, bedside bookcases, head board, bed frame with storage, dining nook bench, and a dining room table for me. Excellent work, prompt, cleaned up after every day. Super to work with and would highly recommend this professional!"
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by16%of homeowners
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Top to Bottom
5.0(
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Grosse Pointe Shores, MI and surrounding areas

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Customers say: True professional

"Fast and friendly and professional and very thorough. He gave me many different options and ideas for the room that was built. He explained his work and what he was doing so that I was informed and learned some things in construction."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by37%of homeowners
Nothaft Carpentry
3.4(
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Closet - BuildFurniture - Build CustomInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install+3 more

Serving Grosse Pointe Shores, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Gary installed exterior steps leading from our kitchen to our backyard. We have a newly built home and he did an excellent job. When we are ready to do more wood work, we will hire him again. Dependable, affordable, and professional."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Moccia Lawn and Landscaping, Inc.
Moccia Lawn and Landscaping, Inc.
3.7(
81
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For Business

Serving Grosse Pointe Shores, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Moccia landscaping did an excellent job on my brick paver repair and front landscaping. Austin was great to work with and even completed my job a week ahead of schedule. I can't say enough positive remarks about them."
Custom Raised Outdoor Living Area
Landscapes and Softscapes
Softscape with Custom Lighting Accents (Rear)
Raised Outdoor Living Area
English Garden (Semi-Formal)

+70

Response time3 days
126 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
Avatar for LUXURYBACKYARDLIVING.COM
LUXURYBACKYARDLIVING.COM
3.8(
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For Business

Serving Grosse Pointe Shores, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did great work when they were working but had to push them and follow up constantly. They did not communicate well with me about delays in the various steps of the project or changes with the planned work schedule."
Cathedral Sunroom
Cathedral Sunroom
Studio Sunroom
Cathedral Sunroom
Cathedral Sunroom

+50

Response time2 days
Response rate90%
36 neighbors recently requested a quote
McCords' Carpentry
New to Angi
Exterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

Serving Grosse Pointe Shores, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

I've been honing my craft in the trades since I was old enough to swing a hammer... I always do my best to think outside of the box to problem solve issues and I like to think I'm pretty good at it too.\nI could do just about anything you would need a handyman to do... I've been framing houses and building stages for concerts since about 2015... For that reason my skills are a little too well rounded to specifically list off each and every one.

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LJRamsey - Carpentry & Construction
New to Angi
Exterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

Serving Grosse Pointe Shores, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

Having spent a decade in this craft, graduating top of my class in Carpentry from Lorain County JVS, I have come to develop a passion for quality work and excellent customer relations. With experience in residential and commercial, from framing to finish carpentry, your project will be attended to with special detail from start to finish.

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

A few signs that you need a new door frame include:

  • The door no longer fits properly in its frame and sticks or scrapes.

  • You notice cracks, holes, or rotting.

  • You feel a draft coming from around the door when it’s closed.

  • You find yourself frequently needing to make repairs.

Installing a tongue-and-groove wall requires similar techniques to those associated with installing shiplap. However, because of the precision necessary to make each board fit perfectly and the increased material prices, the cost is higher than that of shiplap installations. Expect to spend between $2 and $6 more per square foot for tongue-and-groove walls versus shiplap ones.

Framing most homes takes anywhere between five and eight weeks to complete. You’ll need to account for inclement weather conditions, material shipment times, the number of crew members, and the weight of your materials. If the weather is too hot, wet, or cold for the installation, this process could take closer to eight weeks.

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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