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YARBRO EXTERIOR HOME RENOVATION LLC
4.9(
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Serving Jackson, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"John and Peter did an outstanding job. They answered the phone when I called for quote. They arrived on time for quote. Price was very reasonable. They completed the job on promised date. Most importantly they did quality work and it is aesthetically pleasing. They were a pleasure to work with and we highly recommend them!"
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Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
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Wilkerson Unlimited
4.8(
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Serving Jackson, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Very professional! Reasonable with cost and time efficient! Very detailed oriented and beat the price of other two contractors! Highly recommend"
Response time2 days
Response rate88%
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Shands Construction
5.0(
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Serving Jackson, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Recon Construction is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time2 days
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Sentri Homes
2.9(
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Serving Jackson, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Found Sentri on Angi. Jeanette and Violet were very pleasant and efficient in getting a contractor to me in the time frame needed. The contractor was excellent and the roof looks great! I would definitely work with them again if I had additional projects."
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DC Mechanical Contractors
New to Angi

Serving Jackson, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs, and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work, and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

The cost to frame a 2,000-square-foot house can fall anywhere between $14,000 and $32,000. This price can increase or decrease depending on what type of framing you choose, the quality of the materials, the project's complexity, and whether you decide to hire a professional to do the job.

House framing can be expensive because the materials are pricey, and the job requires a high level of expertise. The more complex the plans, the more expensive the job, but even the most basic frame needs to be installed with high-quality materials and precision. When pricing your home’s framework, remember that a sturdy frame is necessary to create a safe structure.

A-frame homes are on the smaller side. While there’s no set square footage amount it has to be, it will usually come in around 1,000 square feet or smaller.

Baseboards don’t have to be nailed into studs. However, nailing them into studs adds to their stability. When studs aren’t available, you can secure them with drywall nails directly into the drywall and adhesive. Always aim to nail into studs, especially in high-traffic or impact-prone areas.

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