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CARPENTUM LLC
5.0(
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Serving Saginaw, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Warranties offered

"He was hard working and very efficient. I would highly recommend him for any of your carpentry projects. He was a delight to have at the house."
stairs
guesthouse
garden shed
screen room
nickle-gap

+84

Response time5 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Niola Furniture Upholstery LLC
4.7(
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Serving Saginaw, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very personable and knowledgeable.worked with me to choose the right material.explained process very clearly.price very reasonable! Finished exactly on the agreed time frame. Confidently recommend!Will use again!"
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs

+12

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Pinnacle Peak Builders WI & MN LLP
3.7(
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Serving Saginaw, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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Emergency services offered

"They tore down my deck and built a brand new one, the guys were very respectful and kind. Paid attention to detail and really brought my vision to life! They did so well I hired them to do my roof, which they did great with that as well!"
 Porch Enclosure
Window Replacement
Window Replacement
 Bathroom Remodel
 Bathroom Remodel

+40

Response time2 days
Response rate98%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Empire Home Repair
New to Angi

Serving Saginaw, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Credit card accepted

Empire Home Repair is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

Response time30 mins
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Diser Construction
4.6(
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Serving Saginaw, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Diser Construction remodeled our basement and two bathrooms. Working with James and his team was a great experience! They always communicated well, were courteous working in our home, cleaned up each day, and the work quality was fantastic! We highly recommend working with them!"
Back of cabin
back of cabin
side of cabin
back of cabin
Back of Cain

+49

Response time3 days
Response rate93%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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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.

Using a steel frame may raise the value of your home. Steel is more heat resistant, has better longevity, and doesn’t need any upkeep compared to traditional wood. You can also customize a steel build a little easier than other materials like brick, concrete, and vinyl—which have trouble bending and adapting to renovations.

A cross brace for a fence gate should stretch from the top corner of the gate’s hinge side to the bottom corner of its latch side at a 45-degree angle to the bottom of the gate. This positioning distributes the bulk of the gate’s weight to the base of the post, taking pressure off the top hinge.

You can enclose an open carport, however, there are several things to consider before opting to do so. You'll want to check local building codes and permit requirements before proceeding to make sure it’s legal. While you can sometimes stick-frame a carport enclosure, pre-fab kits are also available. Remember that you'll likely need to meet concrete slab regulations and provide lighting inside the structure. Both of which could substantially drive up costs.

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

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