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Q: What do I do if I don't have a stud finder?

• <div><p>There are a few easy ways to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-find-stud-in-wall.htm">locate a wall stud without a stud finder</a>. First, try knocking on the wall with your knuckles. Most parts of the wall will sound hollow, but when you tap over a stud, it will sound more solid. Alternatively, since studs are spaced 16 or 24 inches apart, you can measure those distances from a corner of the room, which will always have a stud. </p></div>

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: What is the best angle for bracing?

• <div><p>A cross brace for a fence gate should stretch from the top corner of the gate&rsquo;s hinge side to the bottom corner of its latch side at a 45-degree angle to the bottom of the gate. This positioning distributes the bulk of the gate&rsquo;s weight to the base of the post, taking pressure off the top hinge.</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: Are joists considered structural?

• <div><p>Yes, joists are considered structural, as they support the flooring or roofing above them and help distribute the load to the beams, which, in turn, distribute that load to weight-bearing walls or foundational supports directly below them. Joists not only help distribute the load evenly to your beams, but they also provide direct support to the subfloor in flooring systems, which helps reduce creaking and the risk of uneven flooring.</p></div>

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Last update on November 21, 2025

Reviewed in October 2022
Tim Myers did a fantastic job he had to do alot more to the front door opening to make the screen door fit right. And I'm so glad he did it look great! Tim Myers is a carpenter that takes pride in his work and it shows.
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Reviewed in June 2008
I was so happy when I saw what they were able to do with my kitchen. They did a wonderful job, even doing such a nice job that my kitchen was featured in Mid-South Magazine. The man in charge kept telling me "if it's not right, you tell me and we'll fix it" and they did. They were very creative...
CREATIVE KITCHENS & BATH
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Reviewed in July 2015
He does excellent work and he cleans up after the job is done. He is trustworthy and his prices are reasonable. I have used him for about 10 years for different needs and I would highly recommend him to anyone.
Heavenly Scent Handyman
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Reviewed in October 2012
I have used him for several projects. He has never gone over budget, right at the estimate or even below. He is always done exactly what he said he would do and he is probably one of the best carpenters in the area.
Richard Russo
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Reviewed in February 2014
He did a fantastic job! I actually have him coming back to do some other things for me as well. It is nice to find someone you can trust to show up and do the job.
Scott Moody Carpentry LLC
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Reviewed in June 2018
The project went very well, and we are very pleased with the final product. A large master bathroom and office were added on to the master bedroom. The current master bath was flipped around, so there was a second bathroom for the children. Kitchen cabinets were repainted in the process as well....
Tramco
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Reviewed in April 2014
Worked with my family to design our camp from start to finish on all phases, from site clearing to coordinating with other sub contractors.
stevens home&buisness maintenence
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Reviewed in August 2012
They did great job. Whenever the Shirley brothers contract a job for us, we know it will be top quality work. Job took about 5 months to finish. They do all the carpentry work themselves, just the two of them. It may be slower than other companies, but it is done right. they also installed the...
Shirley Construction LLC
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Pegram and Sons

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Crown

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