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Clark Builders
4.3(
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Serving Tuscola, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"After dealing with a lot of obstacles ( none brought on by the builder) we have a beautiful home. Clark Builders have been patient through the entire process and the home is very high quality. We made changes from the original layout and they were very accommodating and gave us exactly what we asked for. We are very happy with Clark Builders."
4 Season Addition
Home Renovating
House Addition
House Addition
Bathroom Renovation

+65

Response time5 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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SureGuard Roofing & Maintenance
4.5(
68
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Serving Tuscola, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Just wonderful! Tony was a pleasure to work with on the quote. Ryan was simply awesome on the build. Ryan is meticulous in his work. My house now has great curb appeal! Staffing was fantastic with answering my questions and concerns. I have received multiple complements from our neighbors. Ryan will have to come back for stage two!!! Tony - Thanks ever so much - you have our business!"
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Roofing & Gutters
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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New Star Construction Inc.
4.8(
8
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Serving Tuscola, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They sent about 15 workers and 8 hours later we have a brand roof! They were very professional, covered my flowers and landscaping before doing the job, went through the yard after with a magnet to do all the cleaning up of the left over parts and nails. They were very careful with the job overall and did an amazing job."
Siding
Siding
Siding
New Metal Roof
Basement Wall Repair

+4

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Jeff Miller Builders
5.0(
6
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Serving Tuscola, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Jeff did an amazing job. He designed a gate to go across the stairs that works perfectly without taking up space. I still get compliments on the job he did. I would HIGHLY recommend him for a job."
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Elysium Painting Company
4.2(
184
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Serving Tuscola, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Professional from start to finish.  Within a day of getting the estimate they were at the house working with a team to get the job completed quickly.  Staff were fast, friendly, and the price was better than any other place we checked into.  We were extremely satisfied with the finished product.  Kevin W. and his team get 5 stars from us, and we will be contacting him for any future painting needs! Great job!
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+5

Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Varcie Building and Maintenance
5.0(
9
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Serving Tuscola, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jake and his team are very professional. Did a careful estimate beforehand . Was very responsive on when he would be able to return to complete the job . And completed the work (window sill repair and caulking) quickly and to perfection . High quality work/craftsmanship. Very happy to have found him . Thanks again !"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Homemade Design
3.7(
322
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Serving Tuscola, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"After I approved the drapes, I was sent an invoice for $700. I paid the invoice. It's been over a year and despite numerous emails (over a dozen) with Amanda Zettel of Homemade Design, I still have not received the drapes or a refund. I was very satisfied with all of Homemade Design's work up until this experience."
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

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. 

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.

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

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