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Landson Construction
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Serving Clear Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

Customers say: True professional

"The work was well planned and completed on time. Ariel is a professional contractor with a lot of experience and great at communicating. The mason on my retaining wall was an expert and meticulous. I have recommended Lifetime Construction to my friends and family."
Roofing Project, concrete walkways, window wells
Concrete Driveways Project
Roofing Project, concrete walkways, window wells
Concrete Driveways Project
Roofing Project, concrete walkways, window wells

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6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Great River Builders & Remodelers LLC
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Serving Clear Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jon was prompt and great to work with.  He offered some great advice on how to eventually lay the carpet and paint (which we were going to do on our own).  I would definitely recommend Jon!
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
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Art Quality Renovations Corp.
4.4(
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Serving Clear Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ivan was professional and pleasant to work with. He and his team followed through as promised on several projects. We are pleased with the projects outcome and timeliness. Pricing was fair. My husband and I highly recommend his services."
Response time1 day
Response rate88%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Greiner & Sons LLC
4.6(
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Serving Clear Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jeff was excellent to work with and we're very happy with the results. He took multiple steps to ensure rooms were always cleaned up daily, used floor protection, and gladly worked through any adjustment requests we had during the project."
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Kick Cabin
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Kick Cabin

+3

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Flakne Construction
3.7(
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Serving Clear Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Chad and crew did a great job, fast and clean. The final bill was the first estimate, no additional fees and very conscientious of our property!"
Response time5 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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CADY HANDYMAN SERVICES
4.2(
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Serving Clear Lake, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was not totally happy with the final performance. After they preformed the dry wall work, the painter came to start his work.  The painter explained the work was not up to specification. However, I worked with Cady Handyman over the phone to resolve the issue. They acknowledged everything was not as good as it could have been.  They resolved the issue as best as they could. They even offered for someone to return and make the repairs. I declined because the painter was ready to paint the following day."
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Framing is the shell of the house. It includes several steps, including studs, plumbing, and electricity. A professional will ensure the wall frame is secured for the house’s structural integrity. 

Framing prices change depending on the material and whether the wall is load-bearing. Most contractors use wood to frame a home, but metal is another popular choice.

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

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

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.

For maximum stability, install grab bars on wall studs, as this will adequately support the weight. However, if you don't have access to studs, you can get by with wall anchors. If opting for the latter, choose specialty hollow wall anchors. 

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