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B&A Home Improvement
4.9(
154
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Asheville, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

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!"
Staircase
Deck power wash
Staircase
Deck power wash
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+134

Response time5 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Asheville Cabinetry & Millwork
4.8(
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+10 more

Serving Asheville, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

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(
21
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Asheville, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

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 time8 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Lavely Contracting
4.7(
31
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Furniture - Build CustomInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Asheville, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

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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Judges Paneling
Faux Beam,Valance, Chandler, Crown Molding
 Before: Brick Patio

+39

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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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.

Learning how to frame a house includes picking the right lumber for the job. Most people will want to pick pine, spruce, or fir for the framing. These types of lumber are affordable and produce sturdy framing for structures. Look for kiln-dried lumber to reduce the risk of shrinkage or insect damage after installation. As part of what’s included in framing a house when you hire a professional, the contractor should order the lumber, so you don’t have to worry about finding the right lumber.

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.

No rules state how much of a load-bearing wall can be removed. Rather, you need to adequately support any area that is removed. Support should always be added to as much wall area is being removed. Failing to support the area properly will result in structural damage.

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

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