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Avatar for Christian Dangelo Finish Carpentry
Christian Dangelo Finish Carpentry
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Closet - BuildInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Harper Woods, MI and surrounding areas

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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
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 Harper Woods, 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."
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by42%of homeowners
Nothaft Carpentry
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Closet - BuildFurniture - Build CustomInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install+3 more

Serving Harper Woods, 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."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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LUXURYBACKYARDLIVING.COM
3.8(
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For Business

Serving Harper Woods, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

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"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 time1 day
69 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Alexander Graham LLC
5.0(
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Closet - Build

Serving Harper Woods, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Work was done quickly and finished product looked better than we could have imagined. We were updated on progress and the jobs timeline regularly. Kori showed pride in not only the work but how he treated us as customers"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
McCords' Carpentry
New to Angi
Exterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

Serving Harper Woods, MI and surrounding areas

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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.

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

Serving Harper Woods, 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

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

To calculate the number of linear feet of baseboard you’ll need, measure the length of each wall of the room you’re installing them in as close to the floor as possible, rounding up to the next full linear foot. If it’s your first DIY molding job, having a few extra feet on hand for miscuts is a good idea.

The cost to convert a carport into a garage averages about $22,000, ranging from about $15,000 and $55,000. Additional cost factors to consider include size, time of year, and how much of the carport you can reuse. Other cost factors include the kinds and amounts of materials used, such as:

  • Add insulation: $1 per square foot

  • Add drywall: $1–$3 per square foot

  • Add window: $450–$2,000 per window

  • Add outlets: $75–$500

  • Add garage door: $250–$11,200

  • Enclose framing: $5–$13 per square foot

  • Replace roofing: $1,000–$2,000

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.

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.

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