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Kyser Carpentry LLC
4.9(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Platte City, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Doug is excellent to work with. He brought my vision for the fireplace/living room remodel to life through his expert carpentry and design consultation. Great communication throughout the life of the project and he kept an excellent eye on the budget, even suggesting some changes with materials and other items that would save money without impacting the look and quality."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Omni Properties
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Platte City, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wonderful service, right on time, very responsive. Trustworthy and very reliable. One of the best contractors in KS city areas."
Back door added
Basment finish, two bedrooms, pool room and bathroom
Home remodel
Exterior and interior remodel of a home built in 1870
The $15,000 basement.

+67

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
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AJ's Handyman Service
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Platte City, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Abarca Construction Company, LLC
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Platte City, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Mario and Cindy came at the time agreed and stayed until the job was finished. They did a good job and used drop clothes so as not to drip on anything. We enjoyed the whole experience."
preparing to paint
exterior painting
before starting
covering everything
power wash

+38

Response time2 days
Response rate94%
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T&L Services Group
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Platte City, MO and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"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."
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Homestead renovations llc
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Platte City, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Here at homestead we thrive for our customers satisfaction. We are family owned and operated with 20+ years of experience in a large variety of trades in skills so we are able to offer a one size fits all company. Which allows us to be able to handle most if not all of your renovation needs. We are based in Lansing, Ks but offer services up to a 60 mile radius. Some of our services include paining, power washing, roofing, home repairs, handyman jobs, concrete, tree removal, flooring, siding and many more feel free to reach out with any questions you may have and I personally will be happy answer.

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Carothers Enterprise LLC
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Platte City, MO and surrounding areas

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Hi my name is Derek Carothers im the owner of Carothers enterprise llc. We are a small family owned business it me and my sons. I've been in business for over 4 years for myself but " in the construction business" my whole life. Grew up around a custom home and cabinet maker (that was my grandfather). We offer new concrete, concrete replacement, dump truck and equipment services excavation, pretty much any general construction commercial or residential we offer CONSTRUCTION SOLUTIONS!!

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Unfinished Carpentry questions, 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.

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.

There are both temporary and permanent ways to enclose a carport. If you’re looking to enclose your carport for the winter, a canvas enclosure could do the trick. It won’t be as protective as a permanent structure, but it can offer some protection from elements like snow, rain, and wind. For a permanent enclosure, you can add extra walls, add a new vertical roof, or a lean-to addition on one side of the structure.

While framing a basement is not as difficult as finishing a basement, it's something you should typically leave to the pros. That’s because if something is installed correctly, it will affect your entire basement. However, you can take care of some of the smaller tasks, like filling holes or putting up some insulation.

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.

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