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Country Remodeling and Renovation LLC
5.0(
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Closet - Build

Serving Petal, MS and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Dakota and his team were very professional and did a great job repairing a wall and a ceiling. Dakota was very quick to communicate and return calls. Ive had bad experiences with contractors in the past and given how hard it is to find a good one I would definitely go back to country remodeling."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sentri Homes
2.8(
43
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Petal, MS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Found Sentri on Angi. Jeanette and Violet were very pleasant and efficient in getting a contractor to me in the time frame needed. The contractor was excellent and the roof looks great! I would definitely work with them again if I had additional projects."
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Clark's Construction
4.4(
35
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Carpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair

Serving Petal, MS and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Very professional…made a house call just to see the space where the work was to be done. Showed up on time and kept me in the loop up to his arrival. Upon meeting Mr Clark, I would def recommend him and his crew for any work you laughter need. He knows his numbers and is quick to respond to all questions. I will def call upon him again."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, a 2x6 should hold a porch swing and safely support the load. A smaller joist runs the risk of it not offering enough support for the swing. If you have a joist smaller than 2x6, add additional bolstering support.

When deciding whether to use nails or screws for framing, the specific needs of the project must be taken into account. Nails have long been the go-to option for framing due to their affordability, ease of installation, and ability to withstand shear forces. They are perfect for structural framing projects where fast assembly is essential. In contrast, screws offer exceptional holding power and are particularly useful in situations requiring increased strength and resistance to pull-out forces. For projects that prioritize accuracy and long-lasting quality, screws may be the preferred option, though nails remain a dependable and efficient choice.

Yes, using certified lumber and engineered wood products for reduced environmental impact.

Framing a house with steel generally takes less time—around five to eight weeks—than most building materials. The steel components can also be made quickly off-site and manufactured with pre-punched holes for running piping and electrical wiring, which will lessen the prep work and extra labor during construction.

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

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