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Guerrero Roofing
5.0(
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair - For Business

Serving Wiggins, MS and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a great experience with this company. They contacted me regarding some roofing needs i had, and came out the same day to provide an estimate. The next morning they came and started project. Very nice, honest, and i was very satisfied with my roof afterwards. I would definitely recommend this company for any roofing needs!"
Complete Roof Replacement
Complete Roof Replacement
Complete Roof Replacement
Complete Roof Replacement
Shingle Repair

+31

Response time1 day
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Kossman Construction
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairCloset - Build+6 more

Serving Wiggins, MS and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hired him to build a deck to support a hot tub. The deck was done under the estimated time and for the right price. He was very professional and agreeable and efficient. Zero complaints. Already got him coming back for another job soon."
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Pergola Clear Roof

+26

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Slidell Shutters and Security LLC
4.8(
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Exterior Shutters - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Wiggins, MS and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The owner, Derrick Armand worked with me to make my security needs affordable. He was available when I was distraught at not finding my bolts as we prepared to lock the shutters. I called him, and he was so hospitable in providing me with more of just what I needed in his calm, kind manor. He is one of the kindest business owners I have met."
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+5

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

There are a few easy ways to locate a wall stud without a stud finder. 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.

Modern brick houses are really stick-built homes with a brick facade for aesthetic purposes only, so most have framing. With genuine brick construction, most homeowners install furring strips over the interior of the brick and then install drywall over those strips to cover the brick wall, so they don’t have traditional framing.

For maximum stability, install grab bars on wall studs, as this will adequately support the weight. However, if you don't have access to studs, you can get by with wall anchors. If opting for the latter, choose specialty hollow wall anchors. 

While framing a basement is not as difficult as finishing a basement, it's something you should typically leave to the pros. That’s because if something is installed correctly, it will affect your entire basement. However, you can take care of some of the smaller tasks, like filling holes or putting up some insulation.

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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