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Logan Griffes Construction LLC
5.0(
2
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Carport (Wood) - Build

Serving Lake, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"For Concrete of any need -they should be your first Call/Text/Email For New Build - Call/Text/Email For Remodel - Call/Text/Email For Roofing and Gutters - Call/Text/Email For Pole Barns - Call/Text/Email Griffes Construction Inc. of Big Rapids does it all. They did Roofing and Gutters for us as well. We checked out references, and all of their expectations were exceeded. True Craftsmanship by the entire team."
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Builders - Garages/Barns/Sheds Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Homemade Design
3.7(
322
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Lake, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"The man I talked to was very professional and timely. However, he explained that this particular job was beyond the scope of what their company does. I would certainly use them on another 'issue'.
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Recommended by54%of homeowners
Rednecks Kustom Remodeling and Handyman Services, LLC
4.6(
12
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairCarport (Wood) - Build+5 more

Serving Lake, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very professional, friendly, and answered all of my calls. Even worked with me to keep the costs of repairs low. We needed a new roof and ceiling throughout the house due to water damage. We expected a long painstaking process, but Roland and his crew took care of us. They got the work done fast and we are ecstatic with the finished product."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Woodworking FAQs, answered by experts

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. 

Whether or not it’s easier to cut wood when it’s wet versus dry depends largely on the type of tool you use and the wood you’re cutting. For example, a chain saw should still be able to cut through wet wood with relative ease, but it may be more difficult to maneuver due to the wood fibers sticking to the chains of the saw. 

However, you might want to avoid cutting wood entirely when it’s wet if you’re pruning your tree. Sawing a wet tree that you don’t plan on removing can also encourage bacterial and fungal growth and decay.

Professionals ensure precise alignment and durability, critical for structural integrity.

Some states require carpenters to be licensed to perform forms of carpentry, such as framing. The license requires a certain amount of experience and to pass an examination. In states that don’t require carpenters to be licensed, they must be licensed as a contractor if they work independently rather than solely as a subcontractor under a licensed builder. Use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to find out whether a potential carpenter is licensed in your state.

General contractors use subcontractors to complete specific parts of a construction project. For example, a general contractor might have construction experience but need a subcontractor to install plumbing lines in a new home.

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