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Avatar for Wolverine Contracting
Wolverine Contracting
4.8(
76
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+9 more

Serving Ypsilanti, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I contacted Wolverine Custom Painting in the spring to discuss my project. Doug came to my home and we walked through all of the tasks that needed to be done including pressure washing, making repairs, and painting/staining. He was very thorough and took the time to help me understand that there was more needed than I originally expected, especially due to how long it had been since the last painting/staining. I received his quote in a timely fashion and he was quick to answer the questions that I had. I understood when I signed the contract that I would need to wait until summer for the job to be completed. The job was started the end of July and took about a week and a half to complete. Doug and all of the workers were professional, friendly, and informative throughout the project. Because this company could provide a wide range of services, it made it easy for me. I was especially impressed by the work done to prepare the buildings for the staining/painting. Everyone was careful to work around the landscaping and kept the area clean each day. The quality of the final product is excellent - my home looks better than it ever has before. The cost was high but well worth the final results."
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+252

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Built to Last Construction, LLC
5.0(
13
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Deck or Porch - RepairWindow Frame - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace+6 more

Serving Ypsilanti, MI and surrounding areas

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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."
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10' X 16' deck
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10' X 16' deck
decking

+30

Response time5 hrs
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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DeckPeckers Custom Deck Builders
4.9(
21
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Ypsilanti, MI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Garrett, Nadia, and Roland delivered a stress free deck building experience. Garrett was a pleasure to work with from start to finish. He guided us through color and design choices, kept the project on track, and made sure we were happy every step of the way. Nadia has clear communication with us and Roland ensured we were receiving top-notch craftsmanship, every detail was handled with care. Garrett and Roland were in contact with us frequently including in stopping by ensured the job ran smoothly and checked in with us at the end to make sure we were happy with the result. The result is a beautiful, sturdy deck we’ll enjoy for years. We couldn’t be happier with our deck. We’ve gotten so many compliments already. There’s no better gathering place, we have built memories that will last a lifetime with friends and family on our new deck!"
Trex Deck
Trex Deck
Trex Deck
Plymouth Project
Stairs

+5

Response time5 hrs
Response rate94%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Handyman Connection of Ann Arbor
4.6(
102
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Exterior Shutters - Repair or RestoreExterior Shutters - Repair or Restore - For BusinessGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair - For Business

Serving Ypsilanti, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Their painter, Mark, quoted the job and did all the work. He is a hard worker, is very knowledgeable, is a good communicator, and was a pleasure to have working in our house. The quality was excellent and was finished right on schedule. Mark even went above and beyond what we expected in a few areas. We were very pleased with the whole experience."
Decks & Porches
Decks & Porches
Decks & Porches
Decks & Porches
Decks & Porches

+21

Response time4 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Home Time Construction
Home Time Construction
4.5(
147
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Ypsilanti, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Home Time was very helpful. Even before we contracted the company, Terry took the time to ensure the correct size and type of chimney cover was being installed."
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A wish your Heart made

+9

Response time12 hrs
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Gary Eugene Davis, Jr.
Gary Eugene Davis, Jr.
4.2(
140
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Carpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - RepairExterior Shutters - Repair or Restore+3 more

Serving Ypsilanti, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Gary gave excellent explanation as to what he was doing. Clearly I had the shed with a mind of it's own. After much work, we found there continued to be leaks in the building. Small mind you, but none-the-less wet spots. It was clear to me this was not acceptable, to Gary. I did not have to say a thing. He promptly went about re- evaluating the situation, discovered something I believe most would have never found. He fixed it, and I have an dry building again. He went beyond expectations, as the building was cleaned from top to bottom, everything replace, and dry! He did everything he said he would do. I am most pleased!"
 Door sll installed
 Trim, Doors, Built In Shelves
 All Siding was restored with sanding equipment
 Small Kitchen with layout Plan
 Built in Tile Shower/Shelves

+101

15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

When choosing a drywall anchor, consider the weight of the object you're hanging and how much weight the anchor will need to support. The heavier the weight, the stronger the anchor you'll need. You’ll find the weight capacity on the packaging when shopping for anchors. 

Also, remember that you can use more than one anchor when hanging something on the wall. If you're using multiple anchors, divide the object weight by the number of anchors to determine how much each will need to support. If you need help deciding which drywall anchor to use, you can hire a handyperson to hang your objects. 

Framing most homes takes anywhere between five and eight weeks to complete. You’ll need to account for inclement weather conditions, material shipment times, the number of crew members, and the weight of your materials. If the weather is too hot, wet, or cold for the installation, this process could take closer to eight weeks.

The average cost of DIY window framing is about $40 to $60 in materials. If you hire a window treatment professional, you’ll pay for materials plus labor costs—anywhere from $250 to $800 per window. The final cost is highly dependent on the window size, as larger windows are heavier and more difficult to install, as well as the type of window framing material.

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.

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