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B&A Home Improvement
4.9(
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Serving Asheville, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Benn to put in some terracing along the back of our cabin where there is a steep slope and we had been dealing with erosion. He spent two days on the project and now we have a great 4-foot wide gravel walkway that has also taken care of our erosion issues. All communication was done in a timely way and they worked to keep the scheduled dates (even with some weather issues leading up to them) because it is a rental property and we had blocked off those days well in advance. Very happy overall!"
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Deck power wash
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+134

Response time5 hrs
Response rate86%
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Asheville Cabinetry & Millwork
4.8(
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Serving Asheville, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Les took on this work from another carpenter who closed their business. He quickly worked out the drawings, consulted with us regularly and was good about communicating and meeting his commitments including showing up when he said he would. The shelves fit perfectly and look great in the space. We appreciated his design skills and his attention to detail. We would absolutely hire him again."
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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AWD Cabinetry
5.0(
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Serving Asheville, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

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Emergency services offered

"I would highly recommend Art Wood Designs. They did a fantastic job removing our old cabinets and countertop and then installing the new cabinets. They were very meticulous in everything they did and very professional. I am extremely happy with my new kitchen cabinets!!"
Furniture - Custom Made Project
Custom kitchen
Butcher block kitchen
custom kitchen and island
Custom kitchen

+30

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Lavely Contracting
4.7(
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Serving Asheville, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

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Warranties offered

"Stephenâ s suggestions during our shiplap project were very helpful. He directed as to what materials to use to get the look we wanted but staying within our budget. He also made suggestions as to trim and layout - we followed all his suggestions and are very happy with the final result!"
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Faux Beam,Valance, Chandler, Crown Molding
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+39

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Summerlin Exterior Solutions, Corp.
4.9(
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Serving Asheville, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Superb quality, workmanship and service. Our deck project was extensive and it turned out well build and strong. The whole team was reliable, friendly, timely and didn't cut corners."
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Fernando
Owner/Founder
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Owner/Founder

+180

Response time5 days
Response rate91%
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Renaissance Property Services
4.8(
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Serving Asheville, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jesse did an outstanding job! He transformed our back deck by installing a railing and gutters, He repaired the flooring and the steps leading off the deck and added non-slip strips. He also power-washed the house and, noticing some minor issues, made some additional suggestions and repairs. Jesse was very friendly. and pleasant. The cost was reasonable and the work was completed in a timely fashion. We couldn’t be happier with the results. We recommend Renaissance Property Services wholeheartedly and without reservation. Great job!"
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+32

Response time12 hrs
Response rate91%
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

Bump-out additions can add some space to a closet without requiring any significant structural work. This entails pushing back the existing rear or side of the closet, simply moving the wall into either an adjacent room or unused space. For ground-floor closets, this could even be extended to the exterior of the home, but that has its own complications. Bump-outs are a good discussion to have with your contractor if you’re just looking to increase the space a little—not renovate the entire closet space.

Begin by analyzing the blueprints and gathering the proper materials before framing a house. With the prep stages behind you, begin by framing the floor of a house on the newly set foundation. Exterior and interior walls come next, along with rough openings for doors and windows. Contractors will then add ceiling and roof rafters to finish things off. 

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.

An A-frame home can be cheaper to build than a traditional house, but that is not always a given. Prices can be fairly similar in some cases, depending on the location, design, and necessary site preparation. Costs for an A-frame typically run between $100 to $200 per square foot, which is comparable to the cost of a traditional home. The cost of an A-frame can come in under those numbers if you opt for a prefabricated kit.

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