"Randy does fantastic work. He has added rooms and a bathroom in our basement and done interior painting. He put new laminate floors in the entire upstairs of our house!! I would highly recommend Randy and plan on using him for any future work my family needs done."
"Excellent teamwork father and son best I have ever had the opportunity to work with l made some changes and they where right on it rain or shine tear down build up within the two week time they gave me. Not just one deck but a small deck to drink my coffee in the morning . Thank you Guys you are the best. See you soon"
"Josh did an excellent job! He arrived when he said he would and worked until dusk each day to get the work completed in the time frame promised for a reasonable amount. We have already recommended him and will do so again."
"Beauty and the Beastie Boys, LLC did an excellent job, listened to our concerns, and worked with us with doing a big project in phases. They treated us like family. I would recommend them to any one looking to get remodeling done."
"Tyler was very professional. Very polite knew what he was doing, did a great job was done in about an hour. Got their ## so when I have other jobs I will know who to call."
"The initial visit was awesome --- very detailed, good communication, etc. Repairman needed to come back and that took some time to accomplish. He was very good."
"Randy returned my phone call with in an hour. He showed up when he said he would. and determined I needed a new sump pump. He drove to Home Depot and picked a new one up, came back and installed it. I couldn't have ask for better service. I would highly recommend this gentleman."
Most of the time, you’ll want to use screws on your subfloor rather than nails. Nails can actually weaken plywood, whereas screws can easily penetrate without damage. They also form a more secure connection because of their shape, preventing squeaky floors and tightly holding the subfloor in place. That said, some contractors do prefer nails depending on the type of floor covering because they allow for more flexibility.
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.
Building involves setting foundation posts, framing with durable wood, adding roofing support, and protecting from elements with water-resistant finishes.
Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.
Most load-bearing walls are exterior, though they can also be interior.
The Garden City, MO homeowners’ guide to carpentry services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
When you’re tackling a project or hiring a contractor, it’s helpful to know key carpentry terms. From end grain to dovetail joints, here’s a complete list.