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Poston Handyman & Remodels
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Serving Columbia, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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Emergency services offered

"I needed a pantry as a present for my wife. David and his crew were very prompt and efficient. We discussed what I wanted, what materials I wanted to reuse from the left over barnwood, and they went to work. A few hours later I had a great pantry that fit in with the asthetic of the living room and was a wonderful surprise for my wife."
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Flawless Flooring and Trim LLC
5.0(
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Serving Columbia, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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Credit card accepted

"Iâ ve had Mike and his team take care of projects at my home and my rental. Very professional and always gets the job done right. I would definitely recommend giving Flawless Flooring and Trim a call!"
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Kohl Renovations LLC
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Serving Columbia, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I am so glad I went with this company. Brandon was very professional, easy to work with, fast turn around rate, and the quality of work was amazing. He built a huge deck around my building which looks amazing. He did all the Carpentry work in my new facility. 10 out of 10 highly recommend."
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Response time2 days
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

It’s best to use two screws to secure deck boards into every joist. Securing the boards to every joist makes the deck more structurally sound, while using two screws on the outer sides of the boards can help prevent warping and cupping.

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.

Accurate measurements, sturdy materials, and seamless integration with other structures.

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

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.

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