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Colorful Outlooks Painting
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Serving New Era, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Colorful Outlooks Painting LLC based on a referral we received. Chris the painter did not disappoint. He was reasonable, respectful, punctual, and kept us informed. He completed our ceilings and walls in our living room, kitchen, dining, and our breezeway. I look forward to working with him again!!!"
Response time9 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Castle Metal Works
New to Angi

Serving New Era, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Castle Metal Works is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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+3

Response time9 hrs
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AVI Fast Solutions
4.6(
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Serving New Era, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired AVI Fast Solutions to build new walls and complete the drywall in my home. Their work was outstanding. The framing was precise and sturdy, and the drywall finish was smooth and flawless. They were professional, efficient, and kept the area clean. Communication was excellent throughout the project. I highly recommend AVI Fast Solutions"
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Tile Wall, wood shell, TV, and fireplace
Lamined Cabinet Install
Custom Cabinet
Sling Barn Door and Paint

+11

Response time1 day
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Hammer Time Home Improvements
4.4(
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Serving New Era, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Owner Jody Straubel is great to work with. Provided detailed, itemized estimate and gave scheduling updates. Carpenters were hard workers, cleaned up the job site and got the work done quickly and efficiently - even working outside in December ! Satisfied with job !"
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+7

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

There are a few easy ways to locate a wall stud without a stud finder. First, try knocking on the wall with your knuckles. Most parts of the wall will sound hollow, but when you tap over a stud, it will sound more solid. Alternatively, since studs are spaced 16 or 24 inches apart, you can measure those distances from a corner of the room, which will always have a stud.

If the bowing basement wall is less than 2 inches, steel or carbon fiber straps are the best solution. For bowing that is more than 2 inches, wall anchors are the most effective. A contractor can help you decide the best method of repair for your home's foundation and also address the root cause of the trouble.

Yes, a one-story house can have a load-bearing wall. The load-bearing walls in a single-story home are usually the exterior walls. If the house has a basement with exposed walls, the arrangement of the beams can help indicate what walls are load-bearing.

Carpenters are trained to take on a wide range of home projects. You can hire a carpenter to do framing, roofing, build custom furniture, and make significant upgrades to your home. General carpenters are usually able to handle most jobs. However, you may also choose to hire a carpenter who specializes in a specific type of carpentry. 

Baseboards don’t have to be nailed into studs. However, nailing them into studs adds to their stability. When studs aren’t available, you can secure them with drywall nails directly into the drywall and adhesive. Always aim to nail into studs, especially in high-traffic or impact-prone areas.

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