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Q: Do joists sit on beams?

• <div><p>Joists do distribute their load to beams, but they don&rsquo;t sit on top of the beams. Instead, home builders nail or screw the joists directly to the beams such that the end of the joist butts up against the edge of the beam. Beams can sit on other beams for support, but you&rsquo;ll never see a joist sitting on top of a beam or another joist.</p></div>

Q: How do I know if my joists need replacing?

• <div><p>Sagging floors, large cracks in your walls, and uneven door frames are three signs that your floor joists need to be replaced. You may also notice squeaky floorboards, windows that no longer close correctly, and stairs that sag on either side. You'll need a structural engineer or floor contractor to confirm whether the floor joists are the true problem behind these issues. </p></div>

Q: Can you live in a house with termite damage?

• <div><p>Living in a termite-infested home isn&rsquo;t just annoying&mdash;it&rsquo;s risky. These pests can quietly chew through wood, weakening your walls, floors, and even the structure of your house. On top of the safety concerns, there&rsquo;s the financial stress of repairs, not to mention potential health issues from mold or allergens stirred up by termite activity.</p></div>

Q: Can I use a nail to find ceiling joists?

• <div><p>You can use a nail to find ceiling joists, but it&rsquo;s not as reliable as a stud finder, and you&rsquo;ll end up with lots of small holes in your ceiling. If the nail hits a joist, you'll feel increased resistance. Mark the spot with a pencil. Repeat this process regularly along the ceiling, 16 or 24 inches apart, until you've mapped out the joist locations. </p></div>

Q: What parts of a house need framing?

• <div><p>The primary <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/parts-of-a-house.htm">parts of a house</a> that need framing during construction are floors, exterior walls, interior walls, and the roof. The framing in these areas provides the skeleton for adding other materials over the top. With walls, for example, contractors can hang drywall over the interior walls and siding over the outside of the exterior walls. Proper framing ensures a sturdy house that is built to last.</p></div>

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Excellent, coordinated schedules, picked up a DIY job that had been interrupted and carried it through to a successful completion. Very good customer service and communication on tasks performed.
Domagala Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2025
Service was professional, and the personality was great
William's Cleaning Services
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Reviewed in September 2024
Overall great experience, looks great, will call again
R&R Construction
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Reviewed in August 2024
Austin with HLC was exceptional! He and his guys installed a few culverts and finally fixed my drainage problem! ill for sure be recommending them to everyone I know.
HLC Services
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Reviewed in September 2023
They also do nice carpentry work
The Painting Connection
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Reviewed in August 2023
Everything was done in a timely fashion and with professionalism.
Cotton Contracting
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Reviewed in June 2021
I called several plumbers to fix my parents hot water heater pipes that were leaking. Lyles was the only one that called me back. They were able to come out and fix the repair the same day!! Super nice and friendly service! Would highly recommend them!
Lyles Plumbing and Excavation
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Reviewed in January 2014
The job was verbally quoted to be $5 - $6 per sq ft for for framing and installation of the roof ($6475 - $7770) and "approximately" $3.5 sq ft for 720 sq ft of porches ($2520)...Maximum total $10,290. I was pleased with the bid and asked that he provide the bid in writing. Later, I emailed a...
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Old Oak Construction / Roofing, LLC

Old Oak Construction / Roofing, LLC

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Barnes Drywall & Design

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Steen's Handyman Service and Property Management

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The Handyman Can

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