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Avatar for Start to Finish Carpentry, LLC
Start to Finish Carpentry, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Falcon Heights, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

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"This is the second time I have worked with them and I plan to leverage them again on my next project. Their attention to detail is great and the quality is great."
5
Built-in bookcase w/ column
1
Pyramid Ceiling
2

+37

Response time10 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Elegance Custom Cabinetry
4.7(
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Serving Falcon Heights, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

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"After costing out new cabinets vs new doors and drawers to facelift our 10 year old kitchen, we decided new doors and drawers would achieve the look we desired. Dmitry was fantastic- he came out and measured every single one, built and installed them himself. We went from a sea of golden oak, outdated cabinets, to beautiful, white shaker style fronts. He uses commercial grade paint and sprayed them all in his shop with the color we selected - perfection. We have received so many compliments since our project wrapped up. I look forward to hiring Dmitry to build some mud room lockers/storage for us when we are ready to tackle that project! Thanks Dmitry!"
Custom Kitchens
Custom walnut kitchen
Custom bookcase
Custom Kitchens
Custom walnut kitchen

+179

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Northland Construction, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Falcon Heights, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

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Emergency services offered

"Can't say enough good things about this company.... responsive, professional, and fantastic work. I had a smaller project, but they fit me into their schedule quick and did a great job! Highly recommend."
Sew What exterior remodel
Back
St.Paul reside
St.Paul reside
Front

+40

Response time1 day
Response rate91%
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Twin City Home Services
4.3(
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Serving Falcon Heights, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

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"It couldn't have gone any better! The bidding process the reliable scheduling of the work, the carpentry and handyman expertise, talented and fun workers, we're all top notch. Their pricing was also very competitive. They took great care to use plastic to keep the house clean and we're generally very careful and considerate about our home and everything they did. Look no further, hire these guys!"
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+52

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Mr. How Do You Do It
4.9(
38
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Serving Falcon Heights, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

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"Ben was really helpful in preparing my new office to move in. From painting and assembling furniture to building a kitchenette, his work was excellent. He was easy to work with and responsive. He communicated and was available. I appreciated his work and will continue to use him as necessary."
Metal posts cedar panels
Shelving with Door’s
Composite decks and landing
Dog ear and metal mesh
Garage shelving

+41

Response time2 days
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Outdoor Aesthetix
5.0(
13
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Serving Falcon Heights, MN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

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Emergency services offered

"Our home was build on a hill. Jamin helped us design and install boulder retaining walls and steps to manage our slopes. He is very talented and easy to work with."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate89%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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.

Balcony construction or replacement typically requires a building permit from your local permitting authority. Safety and building integrity are the main reasons for the need to obtain a permit and the subsequent inspections. In some cases, especially cantilevered balconies, your municipality may also require the oversight and signature of a structural engineer.

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.

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. 

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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