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Avatar for Christian Dangelo Finish Carpentry
Christian Dangelo Finish Carpentry
4.4(
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Closet - BuildInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Pleasant Ridge, 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
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 Pleasant Ridge, 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."
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by42%of homeowners
Nothaft Carpentry
3.4(
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Closet - BuildFurniture - Build CustomInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install+3 more

Serving Pleasant Ridge, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

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
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Erik Wagenheim Woodworking LLC
4.7(
3
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Closet - BuildInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallFurniture - Build Custom

Serving Pleasant Ridge, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Erik is fantastic — very kind, engaged, flexible, and helpful. He was so patient with us when our home project changed a couple of times, and genuinely wanted us to enjoy every bit of it. He’s clearly in this for the right reasons and wants to bring more joy to our home — and he’s helping us do just that!"
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ACE Handyman Services Metro Detroit NE
4.2(
5
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Pleasant Ridge, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"I have utilized the services of my local ACE Handyman Services for several years now and I am yet to be dissatisfied. Earlier this week, Jay from the Royal Oak division completed some work on my 3 exterior doors and he replaced 2 cracked wooden steps leading to my back utility room. Jay was very receptive to my questions and provided explanations for the work he conducted; mainly to tightly seal some leaks that were causing noticeable drafts in this cold weather. My 2 new steps are sturdy and I am pleased with them. The seals around my doors are neat, clean and effective. Jay also took the time to hear my plans for near future improvements I have planned and he provided constructive and helpful feedback. I do intend to have ACE complete this work as well!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by20%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

When hanging a door frame, it’s recommended that you use screws, not nails. Screws are more secure, easier to tighten, and easier to remove if you need to adjust the frame. On average, the cost to replace a door frame is about $400, but you can save on labor costs if you’re confident in your ability to DIY the project. 

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.

Yes, professional installations include reinforced corner posts to ensure durability.

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.

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.

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