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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 Saint Clair Shores, 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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DeckPeckers Custom Deck Builders
4.9(
21
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Saint Clair Shores, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The owner of this company (Tim) is the nicest & honest contractor I have dealt with in years. He tore out the old deck a built a new one within agreed upon budget & time. He even did extras with no charge. Heâ s a good man Ed Randolph"
Trex Deck
Trex Deck
Trex Deck
Plymouth Project
Stairs

+5

Response time5 hrs
Response rate94%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Nothaft Carpentry
3.4(
5
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Closet - BuildFurniture - Build CustomInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install+3 more

Serving Saint Clair Shores, 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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LUXURYBACKYARDLIVING.COM
3.8(
64
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For Business

Serving Saint Clair Shores, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The salesperson Eli was very honest and up front and made us very comfortable with pursuing this project. The subcontractors were awesome. Joe with ProCement had a great crew poured a 16x16 slab with footings. The carpenter Tony was the best ever and was very methodical and particular about every aspect of his work. He wanted to make sure I was happy with every aspect of the sunroom as it was being built. The electrician Denny was very fast and did great work, but it took at least a month to get the final inspection. Communication with the TEMO construction contact was horrid and resulted in that individual leaving the company. Jim Hall stepped in and finally made sure the job was completed. Jim also was very dedicated at the beginning when a significant redesign was necessary. While the final product is beautiful, TEMO needs to ensure better communication/interaction between the sales person and the construction staff. We were originally told the project was supposed to be done by mid-May. In actuality, construction didn't start till May 9 and wasn't finalled out until September."
Cathedral Sunroom
Cathedral Sunroom
Studio Sunroom
Cathedral Sunroom
Cathedral Sunroom

+50

Response time2 days
Response rate90%
59 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Michigan Pro Build LLC
5.0(
4
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Closet - Build

Serving Saint Clair Shores, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Work was done quickly and the finished product was better than we hoped for. We were constantly updated on the progress of the work and timeline. Koris work ethic showed with the constant progress and how awesome the final product looked."
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+32

Response time5 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for ACE Handyman Services Metro Detroit NE
ACE Handyman Services Metro Detroit NE
4.2(
5
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Saint Clair Shores, 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

Yes, you can find ceiling joists using simple tools if a stud finder isn't available.

Using a hammer requires patience and a keen ear. Gently tap the ceiling in a grid pattern, listening for sound changes. A hollow sound indicates space between joists, while a solid, dull thud suggests a joist. Mark the location with a pencil and confirm by tapping from different angles.

Alternatively, you can use a nail, but this method will leave small holes. You'll feel increased resistance when the nail hits a joist. Mark the spot and repeat the process every 16 or 24 inches to map the joist locations. This method is considered less reliable than using a stud finder.

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.

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

One of the most common house framing basics for decades has been using wood for the framing work. However, some framing contractors now suggest using steel frames. Steel is lightweight, resistant to fire, and resistant to moisture, all of which are areas where wood framing could cause problems. However, steel framing is more expensive than wood and limits your ability to insulate the home.

There are both temporary and permanent ways to enclose a carport. If you’re looking to enclose your carport for the winter, a canvas enclosure could do the trick. It won’t be as protective as a permanent structure, but it can offer some protection from elements like snow, rain, and wind. For a permanent enclosure, you can add extra walls, add a new vertical roof, or a lean-to addition on one side of the structure.

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