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Aarons Custom Carpentry
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallCustom Cabinets - BuildFurniture - Build Custom+3 more

Serving Smithville, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"As part of our replacing carpet with LVP flooring, we had to reconfigure a handrail with spindles. The spindles had to be removed from the underlayment, a plate needed to be installed, and the spindles needed to be reinstalled. There was some trim work which was needed on the stairwell side of the handrail as well. The really hard part was that it had to be done with very little lead time. Aaron and Bonnie came and reviewed the project with us, talked about our options, worked up a very acceptable quote, and gave us a date for their work. The whole project took them less than a day and was done to perfection. (We were uncertain at the time as to how we would finish the wood, so that was not included in their scope of work.) Their work was precise, on time, and affordable. Watching them work together was a fun side-benefit. Good people. We would highly recommend Aaron Custom Carpentry for projects such as ours. Thank you, Aaron and Bonnie!"
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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MILHOLLAND CONTRACTING
5.0(
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Smithville, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Milholland Contracting is very professional. Milholland Contractingâ s craftsmanship is top notch. Milholland Contracting has completed several projects for me over the years (cabinets, closet, pocket door) and I am very pleased with the outcome each time!"
Martin House
Martin House
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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914 Construction and Property Management, LLC.
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24
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Carport (Wood) - Build

Serving Smithville, MO and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"They did a repair after the storms this year and there are no more leaks! They followed up with me, we're here when they said they would be. I will have them complete my Roof next year"
Deck
Deck
Deck
Deck
Deck

+13

47 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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MHK General Services
4.4(
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Smithville, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired this company to do deck repair not knowing whether it could be repaired or needed to be totally replaced. Nick and Joseph did an amazing job in blistering heat. Both very personable and willing to answer all my questions. The owner, Mark Kowertz, was very professional and gave me options/suggestions regarding condition of my deck and what could be saved and what needed to be replaced. Very reasonable in pricing. I have already recommended them to two other folks. You would not be wrong in giving them a call. I would highly recommend them."
Response time1 day
Response rate98%
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Essential Extras Inc
4.1(
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom

Serving Smithville, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1971

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Essential Extras had already designed and installed a beautiful deck for us. They used Ipe wood and hidden fasteners as we had asked. The professionalism was amazing and so was the craftmanship. After a wind storm blew down a fence in our yard in the middle of winter I called them again and not only did they do a stellar job, but took great care to respect our neighbors and cleaned up our side and the neigbor's side of the fence as well. The craftmanship again was better than expected. I would recommend them to anyone and definitely hire them for any projects I might have involving wood. Bonnie Pearson"
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Low Deck E

+55

Response time11 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Kitchen Renovation, LLC
4.6(
13
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Custom Cabinets - Build

Serving Smithville, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great group to work with. High level of craftsmanship, design and project management. I recommend them for any mid to high end kitchen remodel. We left on vacation and turned our home over to them, with no regrets and high praise for their efforts. As the owner Mike said, we don’t get call backs….they did it right the first time."
Kitchen
Kitchen
Kitchen
Kitchen
Kitchen

+33

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
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Woodworking 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 boards between floor joists are called bridging or blocking boards. These are the shortest pieces of wood in the flooring system—with beams being the longest and joists sitting somewhere in the middle—and they serve to reinforce the joists and help provide even support to the flooring above. Bridging specifically helps cut down on uneven and creaking floors in your living area.

If you don’t have a power saw with a blade where you can adjust the angle, you could use a miter box and hand saw to make the cuts. The miter box contains wide slots to support the piece of baseboard and other narrow slots to accommodate the blade of the hand saw. However, it’s tough to make non-standard cuts beyond 30 or 45 degrees when using a miter box.

There are two ways you can cut trim for doorways: with a miter saw or a table saw. Mitered joints need a 45-degree angle. If you’re unfamiliar with a miter saw, you might want to consider buying extra trim pieces or choosing butted joints instead. One wrong cut, and you’ll need to power up the saw again with a new piece. 

Butted joints—also called shaker style—don’t need a 45-degree angle. Instead, your side pieces attach perpendicularly to the header trim and only require a straight cut.

Before hiring a carpenter, the most important thing is to make sure they are properly qualified and insured for the job. It’s more than reasonable to ask your prospective carpenter for customer references, as well as about their licensing and insurance. You should also consider choosing a carpenter that specializes in your specific project area to ensure high-quality results. 

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