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Avatar for Gutierrez Builders, Inc.
Gutierrez Builders, Inc.
5.0(
12
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Carpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair

Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We needed someone to help us hang a porch swing. Mr. Gutierrez showed up as planned, was quick and did and excellent job! I would recommend Mr. Gutierrez and his crew for what you need for home projects."
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for David Carpentry Services
David Carpentry Services
5.0(
37
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Deck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"David and crew were fantastic! They were very thorough, organized, reliable and professional. What we appreciated most was that David was a perfectionist, thought of everything and took care of little details that we didn’t even ask about. David, you are truly a joy to work with and an exceptionally skilled carpenter. We will use you for all of our future home renovations! Allison"
Deck Construction
Deck Construction
Deck Construction
Deck Construction
Siding Repair

+142

Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Sal's Contracting, Inc
Sal's Contracting, Inc
4.9(
207
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Sal and his assistant did an awesome job! I was impressed that Sal arrived 20 minutes early, moved the assembled furniture to where I wanted them, and left my home office immaculate. Both men were professional, pleasant, and efficient. I would definitely hire him again and recommend Sal's Contracting to anyone needing furniture assembled."
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+33

Response time7 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for JP Signature Carpentry
JP Signature Carpentry
5.0(
19
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"JP Signature Carpentry did an excellent job! From initial quote to expedited start/completion of the project, I was very impressed and pleased. Professional, courteous, and prompt communication throughout. I definitely recommend!"
Crown molding/Stairways
wainscoat columns crown molding on top
Tray ceiling with lighting
Door Casing
Crown Molding/ Picture square

+12

Response time11 hrs
Response rate98%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mr. Handyman of Mooresville
4.9(
244
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Deck or Porch - RepairExterior Shutters - Repair or RestoreGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair+2 more

Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Skilled, polite, and knowledgeable craftsmen. I have always wanted a screened in porch, and thanks to Chris and Alex I have a beautiful one. They worked steady and we’re very dependable. I am enjoying the porch a I write this review. Thank you❗️❗️❗️"
Peacock Pictures
Exterior View
Looking out from the yard
Entry Door Before
Entry Door After

+11

Response time12 hrs
Response rate87%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for MikeTheMan Handyman DBA
MikeTheMan Handyman DBA
5.0(
86
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Deck or Porch - RepairWindow Frame - Repair

Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Super punctual

"Mike was extremely professional and productive. He paid attention to detail and understood exactly what we wanted done. We were very pleased with our 16X20 she’d he built for us. We highly recommend MikeTheMan HandyMan for framing or jobs you need done efficiently and professionally. We definitely will use him again for future projects. His prices are very reasonable as well. We are very pleased all the way around with his service & professionalism."
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+4

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AWD Cabinetry
5.0(
21
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

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 time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Bell Construction
5.0(
20
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"As a structural engineer, I get the opportunity to work with a lot of different contractors. Some good, some bad and some extraordinary at building new homes or additions. Art Bell is one of the extraordinary ones! His attention to detail and final product have always impressed me on each and every project that we have worked on together. I always rest well when I know Art is working on a project that I did the engineering on. He doesn’t cut corners anywhere during his builds and if he has a question, he reaches out to me for clarification instead of just guessing. Art is a Solid home builder, I can’t recommend him enough."
Dance Studio
Dance Studio
Dance Studio
Dance Studio
New Addition 2025

+55

13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by12%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

Most of the time, you’ll want to use screws on your subfloor rather than nails. Nails can actually weaken plywood, whereas screws can easily penetrate without damage. They also form a more secure connection because of their shape, preventing squeaky floors and tightly holding the subfloor in place. That said, some contractors do prefer nails depending on the type of floor covering because they allow for more flexibility.

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

By careful planning and reinforcement to maintain structural integrity.

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

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