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LV Building Solutions
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Serving Advance, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

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"LV Building Solutions did a fantastic job building a screened in porch on my deck. I couldn’t be happier! Benito provided options and was creative in making this project the best end result for me. He was easy to communicate with and was professional, timely and his price was fair. I would highly recommend him and would absolutely use him again!"
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Lean to metal roof

+79

Response time1 day
Response rate91%
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JG Renovations
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Serving Advance, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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"We had an amazing experience with James and Theresa on replacing our old worn out deck! Job was completed in a timely manner and their work was exceptional! We love our new deck! Don’t hesitate in getting them for any of your home repairs! You will be completely satisfied as we are! Amazing job! Beyond our expectations! Before and after photos included."
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Response time2 days
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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My Renovation Team
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Serving Advance, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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"We could not be happier with our kitchen renovation! Of the three contractors we called, Matt was the one who embraced our vision rather than trying to convince us to do what would be “easier.” We had several big challenges: lack of natural light, inflexible floor plan, wasted space, and not nearly enough storage. Matt brought in a designer who helped bring our vision to life with the “made in USA” materials we wanted. I had several custom requests, and Matt took time to research the materials and installations so that we could have everything on my wish list. Were there unforeseen challenges? Of course, because every project has them. But Matt worked diligently to deliver the kitchen of my dreams in time for Thanksgiving and ON BUDGET. We were so happy with the outcome that we hired him again a few months later to renovate our primary bathroom. But that’s another story. :)"
Response time4 days
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N.Edwards Enterprises
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Serving Advance, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

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"I hired N. Edwards Enterprises to lay flooring i my home. They are a family run business. They are very professional and very polite.Any prombles that arose they consulted with me. They were very timely coming in the mornings and at the end of the day there was no mess left to clean up.They did a excellent job. I would definitely have them to come back for other projects."
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Bathroom tearout/remodel
Bathroom tearout/remodel

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Response time10 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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COMN Handyman Services
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Serving Advance, NC and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

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"Chad did an excellent job with the small repairs around our home. From start to finish, he was professional, punctual, and clearly knowledgeable about his work. He took the time to explain what needed to be done, completed everything efficiently, and made sure the job was done right the first time. We really appreciated his attention to detail and how respectful he was of our home throughout the process. It’s not always easy to find someone you can trust for quality work, but Chad definitely delivered. We’ll absolutely be calling him again for any future repairs or maintenance needs."
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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

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.

Bump-out additions can extend anywhere from 2 to 15 feet from an existing room. The right size will depend on how you plan to use the new space. For a cantilever bump-out, which doesn't require additional foundation support, the limit is typically 24 inches (2 feet). If a footing and foundation are part of the project, a bump-out can be much larger, even encompassing a whole room. It's also important to remember that many residential properties have limits on the total house size relative to the lot size.

Baseboards don’t have to be nailed into studs. However, nailing them into studs adds to their stability. When studs aren’t available, you can secure them with drywall nails directly into the drywall and adhesive. Always aim to nail into studs, especially in high-traffic or impact-prone areas.

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