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406 Remodeling and Construction, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Helena, MT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

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Warranties offered

"Dan did an excellent job for us and put my husbands situtation (he has Parkinsons) above all else! He made sure it has safety features and I totally trusted his judgement immediately! I would recommend Dan and his helper Tom to anyone! His prices are fair and his work is wonderful! Thank you 406 Construction!"
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Full kitchen remodel
Full kitchen remodel

+30

Response time4 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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JMB Enterprise LLC
5.0(
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Serving Helena, MT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"When my mom unexpectedly had to move out of her home into a smaller, one level condo, Josh with JMB Enterprises made sure to add absolutely everything we needed to make sure she was safe & the transaction went smoothly. He has been wonderful to work with. Knowledgeable, efficient, hard working? I can?t say enough good things. I will be utilizing his help at the new condo and my own house. 100% I am also recommending Josh to the neighbors inquiring if we have a handyman. I say we have an ?excellent? one!"
Bathroom floor
Bathroom floor
Bathroom floor
Bathroom floor
Bathroom floor

+4

Response time1 day
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Electric Peak Assembly
5.0(
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Serving Helena, MT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Electric Peak Assembly is a locally owned and operated furniture assembly company in Bozeman, Montana. We also take on moving as well as miscellaneous handyman jobs such as TV mounting, touch-up painting and drywall repair. We are licensed and insured and are more than happy to work with both residential and commercial clients.

New Back Door
Old Back Door
Old Side Door
New Side Door
Old Doors to Dump

+14

Response time7 hrs
Response rate96%
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

House framing can be expensive because the materials are pricey, and the job requires a high level of expertise. The more complex the plans, the more expensive the job, but even the most basic frame needs to be installed with high-quality materials and precision. When pricing your home’s framework, remember that a sturdy frame is necessary to create a safe structure.

Converting a carport into a garage can vary in difficulty depending on its configuration, the condition of the foundation or slab, and its location relative to the house. The process has a lot in common with a home addition, but you can often skip non-essential finishes like fine flooring, trim work, or even drywall and HVAC. The conversion requires experience with drywall, insulation, and other building materials to ensure it’s done safely and correctly. While it might be possible for a DIYer with the proper tools and skills to do the work, it is a complicated and potentially dangerous job. If you’re new to basic construction, it's best to leave this project to the professionals.

The cost to convert a carport into a garage averages about $22,000, ranging from about $15,000 and $55,000. Additional cost factors to consider include size, time of year, and how much of the carport you can reuse. Other cost factors include the kinds and amounts of materials used, such as:

  • Add insulation: $1 per square foot

  • Add drywall: $1–$3 per square foot

  • Add window: $450–$2,000 per window

  • Add outlets: $75–$500

  • Add garage door: $250–$11,200

  • Enclose framing: $5–$13 per square foot

  • Replace roofing: $1,000–$2,000

Metal stud framing parts include the studs themselves, upper and lower tracks that act as top and bottom wall plates, various angle fasteners and clips, screws for fastening pieces togeher, metal straps, c-channel supports, and thicker steel supporting structures. Roof framing metal components include pre-fabricated trusses, heavy-gauge stud pieces, and various plates and fasteners.

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