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Davis Painting and Home Repair
4.9(
88
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Carpentry Framing - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair - For Business+2 more

Serving Pontotoc, MS and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I contacted Terry and his son to do some repairs before we sold our house, and they handled everything I threw at them from finishing up an old bathroom remodel of mine to repairing the ceiling and trim in another bathroom. They repaired shingles and roof decking. They removed wood rot and perfectly matched new siding to an exterior wall of my house. They were easy to communicate with and kept my house very tidy, even in the spaces where they were working. Couldn't have been nicer to have around."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate95%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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MB Handyman and Lawn Service
5.0(
4
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Pontotoc, MS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Matt does not say a project is finished unless HE is 100 % SATIFIED AND YOU ARE 100% SATISFIED. If you need to be able to trust a handyman 100% I am telling you Matt is your go to guy!"
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Divine Current Contracting LLC
4.5(
6
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - Install+11 more

Serving Pontotoc, MS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We bring over 20 years of combined experience to every project, giving you the benefit of proven skill and real-world knowledge. Our work is guided by our faith in God, which means we value honesty, integrity, and treating every customer the right way. We take pride in delivering quality craftsmanship, paying attention to the details that truly matter. Just as important, we care about our customers we listen, communicate clearly, and make sure the job is done the way you want it.

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Woodworking FAQs, 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.

Yes, Corian® and other solid surface countertops can be cut with standard woodworking tools like a circular saw or a jigsaw, but using the correct blade is crucial for the best results.

The recommended blade is a tungsten carbide-tipped blade, often called a solid-surface planer or triple chip grind blade. This type of blade is hard enough to cut through the material effectively. For a jigsaw, a fine-tooth down-cutting blade should be used.

It is important to note that a diamond blade is not necessary. Diamond blades are designed for harder materials like natural stone, concrete, or brick, and Corian is not a natural stone.

Using blades designed for wood is not recommended as they can cause microfractures that weaken the countertop's edges. While a tungsten carbide blade provides a much cleaner cut, the resulting edge will still be rough and must be sanded and smoothed to prevent microfractures from developing over time.

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.

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.

Many contractors prefer checks because they’re easy to track and have no associated fees. However, many also accept credit cards (though they might add a fee to cover their processing costs).

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