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

Serving Dallas, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I needed 3 support posts for an elevated deck replaced. Mr. Gutierrez and his crew just completed the project and the workmanship is excellent. I highly recommend Mr. Gutierrez for a most reasonable bid and service. Walter P. in Charlotte."
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Eden Landscape and Handyman Services LLC
5.0(
61
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Dallas, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"To say Chris and his team of expert carpenters "repaired and replaced" our sad, worn out deck is an understatement. What was a neglected deck of age is now a refreshed deck and boardwalk ready to welcome (safely) our neighbors, friends and family to enjoy the upcoming warm seasons lakeside. Chris and his team completed the project on time and on budget (with a few exceptions to uncovering unknown water damage - and even so, being very reasonable for the extra costs and labor). We would absolutely trust Chris and his team to do it all again, and so should you. Thanks, Chris!"
Deck repair
Handymen Project
Handymen Project
Deck repair
Handymen Project

+7

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by34%of homeowners
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MikeTheMan Handyman DBA
5.0(
86
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Deck or Porch - RepairWindow Frame - Repair

Serving Dallas, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Super punctual

"Mike arrived on time and completed all of my projects perfectly! I needed a swing set, some ikea furniture and blinds put together. He was professional, quick, efficient and to top it off was very personable. I absolutely will hire him again when I need a handyman. Thank you, Mike!"
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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 Dallas, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent job. He was on time and did the job in a shorter time frame than anticipated. I definitely would use him again and would recommend his to our friends."
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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House Doctors of Gastonia
4.9(
39
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Deck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair+1 more

Serving Dallas, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Have utilized for several projects for our home, outside and inside. They are prompt, professional and deliver exactly what they quote and say they will. Extremely satisfied customer for several jobs and will use again whenever needed!"
Response time8 hrs
61 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Mendez Construction Company
5.0(
59
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Dallas, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Mendez Construction Company did an absolutely phenomenal job building our horizontal fence. It turned out stunning and completely exceeded our expectations. The work was done quickly, on time, and with great attention to detail. Santo was incredibly easy to work with, communicative throughout the entire process, and offered fair, transparent pricing. What truly stood out was their dedication. They worked through tough winter conditions to make sure the project was completed by the deadline, and that level of commitment is rare and greatly appreciated. Santo does so much more than fencing, and after this experience, I plan to use Mendez Construction for all of my future household projects. If you’re looking for quality craftsmanship, reliability, and a team that genuinely cares about their work, I highly recommend Mendez Construction Company."
My jobs
My jobs
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My jobs

+5

Response time2 days
Response rate97%
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Battle Home Renovations, LLC
4.9(
36
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCloset - BuildInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Dallas, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Communication was key with Rod and I appreciate that about him. He stayed in contact with me to ensure that we were both on the same page about the start date of the job, the materials he ordered, and the timeline. He is my new "Go to" guy for projects."
Kichen Remodel
Outdoor
Kichen Remodel
Outdoor
Kitchen Remodel

+70

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

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

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

Framing with metal studs can be significantly faster than using wooden studs, provided you have some experience working with the material. While you can use virtually instant pneumatic nailers with wood, metal requires installing screws. However, because metal is lighter, straighter, usually comes cut-to-length, and doesn't require sorting for the best pieces, you can save significant time using metal instead of wood.

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

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