"Our home was 25 years old with a large kitchen that really needed an update. We knew this was going to be an expensive remodel and I cautiously moved forward with securing bids. We interviewed several contractors, and I prepared an Excel spreadsheet after each interview and submitted bid.
Several factors went into my decision, and one was how comfortable was I with the person with whom I was interacting. Chad Stock was the only one of the bidders that owned the company, prepared the bid and was going to be on site managing and working on the project. There would be no confusion about what was said and promised. And there never was. Chad and his crew did excellent work with high quality material. Everything that was promised was delivered, and on schedule. I was very happy, and more importantly, so was my wife."
"Chad and Scott did a fantastic job, from concept to completion of our project. We needed an interior wall, framing, door, drywall, texture, & painting, & all the details to enclose our kitchen from our entry. They understood our concept, and had the work done from start to finish in 2 weeks. Meticulous, detail-oriented, polite, & fun to have them here in our home are how we would describe our relationship with Chad & Scott. They even let us keep adding other small projects along with the wall construction, always being cheerful & accommodating. We would definitely recommend them to our friends & neighbors for any projects!
Susan & Larry"
"So glad I decided to have Star Garnet Co. tear down and reroof my house. They did a great job! The communication from start to finish was very good. Wyatt is very professional, knowledgeable, and polite. He and Jacob worked hard to get the job done. Highly recommended!"
"Went good showed up on time Let me know what was going on And kept to the time schedule Work well done Pleased with the work an professionalism good people to be arround"
"Mahoney construction did multiple jobs for our school. Everything from interior carpentry, trim, door hanging, deck, building, and modular classroom construction. They are the most efficient contractor we?ve worked with. Their staff is very competent and professional!"
"The guys were great. They were able to finish all of the tasks and a few more. Their pricing was fair and communication was very good. I was out of town while most of the tasks were done. If something came up they reached out and they had a solution. We are planning a bath remodel and they have already submitted a drawing. Their work is great and they’re easy to work with! When was the last time you said that about a contractor? Strongly recommend"
"They are excellent contractors. They listen to what we wanted done, made suggestions as to how to improve upon our ideas and did excellent work. They have a great eye for detail . They exceeded our expectations and did it at a fair price."
Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts
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.
One of the most common house framing basics for decades has been using wood for the framing work. However, some framing contractors now suggest using steel frames. Steel is lightweight, resistant to fire, and resistant to moisture, all of which are areas where wood framing could cause problems. However, steel framing is more expensive than wood and limits your ability to insulate the home.
You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.
Carpenters are trained to take on a wide range of home projects. You can hire a carpenter to do framing, roofing, build custom furniture, and make significant upgrades to your home. General carpenters are usually able to handle most jobs. However, you may also choose to hire a carpenter who specializes in a specific type of carpentry.
Framing most homes takes anywhere between five and eight weeks to complete. You’ll need to account for inclement weather conditions, material shipment times, the number of crew members, and the weight of your materials. If the weather is too hot, wet, or cold for the installation, this process could take closer to eight weeks.
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