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All n All Washing Co
5.0(
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Exterior Shutters - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Oran, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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"William was very prompt to answer back and get scheduled. My house is brick and painted. It had a lot of dirt and build up from over the years. He did a flawless job of bringing back the shine to the exterior of my home. Definitely would recommend All N All Washing Co!"
Gutters
Gutters
Gutters
Gutters
Gutters

+27

Response time10 mins
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YARBRO EXTERIOR HOME RENOVATION LLC
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair - For Business

Serving Oran, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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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!"
Porch finish
Porch finish
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Porch finish

+11

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
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Reinforge LLC
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Oran, MO and surrounding areas

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Offers commercial services

"I had a bad spot in my deck where some of the boards started to rot and these fine men helped me fix it before someone fell through. They showed up when they said they would and got the job done without any problem. They were nice and I will be hiring them again to help me fix some other problems I have!"
Home Services
Portfolio
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Wilkerson Unlimited LLC
4.8(
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Carpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install+1 more

Serving Oran, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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Offers commercial services

Garry 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.

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Shands Construction
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+3 more

Serving Oran, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

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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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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

One of the most common house framing basics for decades has been using wood for the framing work. However, some framing contractors now suggest using steel frames. Steel is lightweight, resistant to fire, and resistant to moisture, all of which are areas where wood framing could cause problems. However, steel framing is more expensive than wood and limits your ability to insulate the home.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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