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Avatar for Built to Last Construction, LLC
Built to Last Construction, LLC
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+6 more

Serving Pontiac, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Tom and his crew rebuilt our composite deck in the June-July 2018 time frame. We could not be happier with the job. The Built To Last crew was very professional and definitely went the extra mile to ensure that the rebuilt deck was better than new. Everything is very secure and tight. During the construction, Tom made several suggestions to keep the price down while not compromising quality and our satisfaction. Tom provided price transparencies for all materials. Greatly appreciated! We would definitely use Tom and his crew again. Highly recommend Built To Last Construction. Just as a note... this was a very large deck with a great deal of work."
start
10' X 16' deck
midway
10' X 16' deck
decking

+30

Response time5 hrs
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
Avatar for Christian Dangelo Finish Carpentry
Christian Dangelo Finish Carpentry
4.4(
7
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Closet - BuildInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Pontiac, 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 time3 days
Recommended by16%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 Pontiac, 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
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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Clark Builders
4.3(
6
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Closet - Build

Serving Pontiac, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Clark Builders——wonderful, wonderful, wonderful in every aspect. Diligent, conscientious, & highly skilled craftsmen listen to the customer’s vision as well as offer additional helpful design suggestions to consider. The company’s staff communicates well with the client, delivers top-notch workmanship, & stays on the project till completed. PROMISES MADE, PROMISES KEPT!!!"
4 Season Addition
Home Renovating
House Addition
House Addition
Bathroom Renovation

+65

Response time5 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Joists do distribute their load to beams, but they don’t sit on top of the beams. Instead, home builders nail or screw the joists directly to the beams such that the end of the joist butts up against the edge of the beam. Beams can sit on other beams for support, but you’ll never see a joist sitting on top of a beam or another joist.

Bump-out additions can extend anywhere from 2 to 15 feet from an existing room. The right size will depend on how you plan to use the new space. For a cantilever bump-out, which doesn't require additional foundation support, the limit is typically 24 inches (2 feet). If a footing and foundation are part of the project, a bump-out can be much larger, even encompassing a whole room. It's also important to remember that many residential properties have limits on the total house size relative to the lot size.

Enhances property value, ensures safety, and provides a sound basis for future construction.

While it is possible to build a wooden carport yourself, especially if you are skilled in carpentry, professional construction is recommended. Professionals ensure structural integrity, proper anchoring, correct alignment, and the use of quality materials for a stable and durable result.

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

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