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Memphis Pro Solutions
5.0(
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairCloset - Build+3 more

Serving Southaven, MS and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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"If I could give this company more than 5 stars, I would! They are extremely professional, honest, and skilled. They show up when they say they will, they work quickly, and the work is outstanding. I had several very unique projects that needed to be completed and I had trouble finding help but these guys had so many amazing ideas and solutions and their finished work is simply beautiful. I cannot recommend this company highly enough!"
Response time7 hrs
Response rate96%
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Century 21 Construction
4.6(
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Southaven, MS and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Century 21 Construction, LLC is a construction company specialized in masonry and carpentry. Masonry includes brick, stone, block, tile, and concrete. Carpentry is available for new and existing projects! We also make wonderful pergola?s and arbors! Our staff combined has over 50 years of experience. We are local and looking to earn your business. Call us for a free estimate now! 662-274-9019

Attached Arbor, Outdoor
Attached Arbor, Outdoor
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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SDR Construction LLC
5.0(
5
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Southaven, MS and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great customer service. Very friendly. The fence looks awesome and he went out of his way to ensure we were happy. Very dependable. He stuck to his estimate even when running into some issues on my property."
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Legacy Builders Contractor
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Southaven, MS and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We had an excellent experience with our HVAC installation. Omar, the owner, was professional, knowledgeable, and very easy to work with from start to finish. He took the time to explain our options, answered all our questions, and made sure everything was done right. The installation was completed on time, the work area was left clean, and the system is running perfectly. It’s clear Omar takes pride in his work and cares about his customers. I highly recommend Omar and his company to anyone needing HVAC services."
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Tide project
Tide project
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Madhatter Home Service
5.0(
12
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Deck or Porch - RepairExterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

Serving Southaven, MS and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"The installer was very professional and a problem solver. I had a microwave that needed replacing but the model was no longer available. The replacement frame didn’t fit perfectly, however the Gaston worked his magic. Installation was perfect…cosmetically and functionally!"
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Hondupaint
3.9(
33
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Southaven, MS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Work was done professionally, no mess, very nice people. I had the bonus room and bathroom painted , popcorn ceilings removed and refinished, and natural woodwork painted. It is beautiful. I already have another job for them."
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Painting
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Response time40 mins
Response rate97%
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Most load-bearing walls are exterior, though they can also be interior.

Most Cape Cod houses are two stories tall at the peak, although they’re considered one-and-a-half stories tall because the steep roof pitch cuts off a portion of the living space on the second story. Unless you raise the roof on your Cape Cod house to add a dormer, the interior rooms upstairs will lose some usable living space to the sloped ceilings.

You can choose 5/8-inch plywood or 3/4-inch plywood—anything thinner than these sizes may not withstand the impact of debris propelled by strong winds or can be easily torn off by intruders. Remember that the durability of the wood board is crucial, particularly for safeguarding your windows during severe storms. The effectiveness of using wood boards for protecting the investment you made in your home relies on using the appropriate material and ensuring proper installation.

Stick frames, metal frames, or prefabricated concrete frames are included in framing a house, along with creating the framework and space for windows, doors, and entryways. Other aspects of developing a home—like drywall, insulation, windows, doors, and more—are not included in the cost to frame a house.

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.

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