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YARBRO EXTERIOR HOME RENOVATION LLC
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Serving Sikeston, 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 time8 hrs
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Wilkerson Unlimited
4.8(
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Serving Sikeston, 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 rate86%
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Shands Construction
5.0(
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Serving Sikeston, 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
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Serving Sikeston, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everything was great from start to end. Jeanette and Brayden were easy to talk to and straight to the point, they both made sure everything was to satisfaction and met my needs. Overall great service and I would definitely be looking forward to doing business again in the future for other projects. Communication was awesome !"
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Shane Hampton
New to Angi

Serving Sikeston, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of quality home improvement services. You will find us to be competitively priced with 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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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.

When building a house, it is customary to use 16d nails that measure 3 1/2 inches in length to construct the frame. These nails are crucial in providing the necessary support and stability for structural elements like joists and studs, which ensures a sturdy framework.

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.

Removing a load-bearing wall is best handled by professionals. However, if you have the skill set and decide to DIY the project, you will still need at least one additional person to assist you. Aside from helping with demolition, you'll need another hand to install the new support beam.

Enhances property value, ensures safety, and provides a sound basis for future construction.

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