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Morpho Carpentry LLC
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Van Buren, MI and surrounding areas

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"I was ecstatic with the work done by morpho carpentry!! They stuck to their quote. . . got the work done quickly and professionally and were a joy to work with! I highly recommend them to anyone!"
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+25

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
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Gary L Melchi Inc
4.9(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Van Buren, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Gary is a responsible professional contractor that does quality work. We recommend his services highly. His work is very well done, he was punctual and reliable and completed the work when he said. We will definitely hire him again."
Basement Remodel
Basement Remodel
Kitchen Remodel (1)
Kitchen Remodel (1)
Kitchen Remodel (2)

+4

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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4 Ever Water Tite
4.7(
116
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Van Buren, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bob was able to come and check out the basement and diagnose my problem and provide a quote. Brian was able to apply he fixes the same day and made sure to inspect for any other issues. Work was completed on time and efficiently. I also appreciated the lifetime transferable warranty!
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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New Star Construction Inc.
4.8(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Van Buren, 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."
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Siding
Siding
New Metal Roof
Basement Wall Repair

+4

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Unfinished 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.

Bump-out additions can add some space to a closet without requiring any significant structural work. This entails pushing back the existing rear or side of the closet, simply moving the wall into either an adjacent room or unused space. For ground-floor closets, this could even be extended to the exterior of the home, but that has its own complications. Bump-outs are a good discussion to have with your contractor if you’re just looking to increase the space a little—not renovate the entire closet space.

Converting a carport into a garage can vary in difficulty depending on its configuration, the condition of the foundation or slab, and its location relative to the house. The process has a lot in common with a home addition, but you can often skip non-essential finishes like fine flooring, trim work, or even drywall and HVAC. The conversion requires experience with drywall, insulation, and other building materials to ensure it’s done safely and correctly. While it might be possible for a DIYer with the proper tools and skills to do the work, it is a complicated and potentially dangerous job. If you’re new to basic construction, it's best to leave this project to the professionals.

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

Most load-bearing walls are exterior, though they can also be interior.

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