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Avatar for Looking Good Painting
Looking Good Painting
5.0(
20
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Dortches, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Warranties offered

Offers commercial services

"Really good work, the interior paint job turned out great?clean lines, smooth finish, and great attention to detail throughout. They are professional, punctual, and easy to work with. Highly recommend to anyone looking for top-quality results!"
Ashley Willis
Ashley Willis
Ashley Willis
Ashley Willis
Ashley Willis

+61

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Barnett Handyman Service
4.9(
10
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Dortches, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Mr Barnett and his crew to tear down and rebuild my carport and shed. Including roofing. Plus a few things inside. They provided excellent service and finished the job on time. I will hire them again in the future."
Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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R3
4.9(
15
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Dortches, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Large deck project, re-build/replacement of railing boards and flooring. Nathan and his assistant were outstanding. Nathan was very respectful, thorough in his descriptions of work being done. Organized in materials ordering and on-site placement; excellent clean-up at end of each day. Communicated via phone and text in timely manner, good follow-up to my questions. Worked parts of two days in pouring rain and very hot temps to keep things moving. I recommended him to my two neighbors. R3 is “customer service” in action! Very refreshing experience. Plan to use again. Thanks, Nathan."
Exterior remodel
Exterior remodel
Exterior remodel
Exterior remodel
Exterior remodel

+18

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
M&D Property Solutions
4.5(
23
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Closet - BuildDeck or Porch - RepairExterior Shutters - Install or Replace - For Business+7 more

Serving Dortches, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Needed fencing installed to keep groundhogs from taking up residence under our deck. Brady came up with a creative and complete solution that made sure the varmints were out and would not return. Would use again."
Master bedroom
Master bedroom
Front hall
Living area
Entry

+10

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Closet America, LLC
Closet America, LLC
4.2(
82
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Closet - Build

Serving Dortches, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I'm gonna come back to add more once I get the work completed but the initial meeting and the price were above my expectations. Ms Emily was great she was very informative and friendly and I hope the install staff are just as great. More too come......"
Contemporary Entry - Seat Beach Floral Pattern Cushion
Walk in
Maple Garage
Sunset Finish Walk-in
Media Center With Accent Wall

+62

462 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Kuljay Home Services LLC
5.0(
5
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Dortches, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Had the pleasure of getting ceiling fan installed using this company. They arrived on time, were pleasant and efficient, and cleaned up completely. I will definitely use them again for future needs."
kitchen remodel
kitchen remodel
kitchen remodel
kitchen remodel
kitchen remodel

+10

Response time2 days
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Avatar for RT Flooring and Stairs, LLC
RT Flooring and Stairs, LLC
5.0(
8
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Deck or Porch - RepairExterior Shutters - Install or Replace - For BusinessExterior Shutters - Repair or Restore+6 more

Serving Dortches, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It is always a bit stressful when deciding to do a home project . Perhaps the hardest is finding a competent and trust worthy person to complete the work . If you have a flooring project for the installation of hard word, vinyl, or ceramic tiles , you need look no further than R T flooring ! . When you first meet Raul , you cannot help but be impressed by his professionalism and enthusiasm. He listens intently to your ideas and gives you ideas and suggestions to enhance your project. He records your ideas in his contract and gives you a detailed timeline of when each step of the project will be completed. Raul is a extremely professional and you can tell that he is a perfectionist when it comes to his work . He pays attention to the smallest detail and ensures that everything is done to perfection. During the course of the project , Raul is punctual and he works quickly and efficiently . His time management is impressive . He is extremely tidy and never leaves your home without cleaning up . I know that having work done in your home can cause some anxiety however I assure you that Raul is ,without a doubt, an excellent choice for your home project . He is excellent at what he does, Your project will be completed to perfection and Raul will give you a honest and fair quote for you project . I was more than pleased with my floors and I am most certainly going to have Raul complete my stairs and the second floor of my home. If you would like to see photos of my floors , I will be proud to share them"
Office laminate install
Office laminate install
Room 1
Room 2
Loving room

+12

Response time5 hrs
Response rate97%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

Yes, walls on the top floor can be load-bearing if stacked on the floor’s foundation.

Yes, a 2x6 should hold a porch swing and safely support the load. A smaller joist runs the risk of it not offering enough support for the swing. If you have a joist smaller than 2x6, add additional bolstering support.

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