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Missouri Home Improvement LLC
5.0(
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+4 more

Serving Fair Play, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Kyle responded quickly to my request for an estimate. I sent a picture of what we needed fixed. He gave me a reasonable quote and came out the same day and got it done. He repaired a section of vinyl siding that had come loose and ripped off in a storm. He fixed that and then proactively repaired and reinforced some other areas that were likely to come loose down the road. Great work."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate88%
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Mass Works LLC
5.0(
3
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Fair Play, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I can't recommend Mass Works LLC enough! Thomas transformed my 19 year old deck into something truly amazing. I shared my vision with him, and he suggested incorporating rebar into the design-a suggestion that completely elevated the final look. The craftsmanship and attention to detail are outstanding. He listened to my ideas, added his expertise, and the result is a beautiful, modern deck that I absolutely love. If you're looking for a contractor who combines professionalism, and quality, Mass Works is the one to call!"
1400 sqft of LVP
1400 sqft of LVP
Before.
Custom Rebar Deck
After!

+20

Response time2 hrs
Response rate92%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ethan Graves
New to Angi
Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Fair Play, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Offers commercial services

I provide reliable, quality home improvement, repair, and remodeling services. I have experience with a wide range of residential and property maintenance projects, including:\n\nTile installation and repair\n\nHardwood flooring installation, repair, and refinishing\n\nCarpentry and woodwork\n\nGeneral home repairs and maintenance\n\nAutomotive repair and fabrication\n\nCustom metal fabrication and repairs\n\nPool maintenance, repairs, and related projects\n\nRemodeling and renovation work\n\nCustom projects and problem-solving repairs\n\nWhether you need a small repair, flooring work, custom fabrication, or help with a larger remodeling project, I take pride in doing the job right, paying attention to detail, and providing dependable workmanship.\n\nContact me to discuss your project and get an estimate.

Pool
Pool
Pool
Pool
Pool

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Carpentry FAQs, 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.

Framing with metal studs can be significantly faster than using wooden studs, provided you have some experience working with the material. While you can use virtually instant pneumatic nailers with wood, metal requires installing screws. However, because metal is lighter, straighter, usually comes cut-to-length, and doesn't require sorting for the best pieces, you can save significant time using metal instead of wood.

Yes, a one-story house can have a load-bearing wall. The load-bearing walls in a single-story home are usually the exterior walls. If the house has a basement with exposed walls, the arrangement of the beams can help indicate what walls are load-bearing.

Yes, walls on the top floor can be load-bearing if stacked on the floor’s foundation.

Stick frames, metal frames, or prefabricated concrete frames are included in framing a house, along with creating the framework and space for windows, doors, and entryways. Other aspects of developing a home—like drywall, insulation, windows, doors, and more—are not included in the cost to frame a house.

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