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Avatar for Julian Tile & Hardwood Contractor
Julian Tile & Hardwood Contractor
4.5(
37
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Elizabethtown, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"After reviewing several quotes from different contractors we decided on Julian for our project and are very glad we did. Julian is fantastic. He and his team are prompt , professional, and fair. Would highly recommend to anyone and will be using him again for any future projects."
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Seaside Services Inc.
5.0(
6
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Elizabethtown, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"In 2019 installed eight custom exterior storm windows at my Historic District home in Wilmington, NC. Competently determined realistic plans and exercised high level integrity and communication skills while managing routine as well as unexpected issues."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Mike's Painting & Pressure Washing
Mike's Painting & Pressure Washing
4.7(
28
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Elizabethtown, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

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We recently purchased a 2nd home on Lake James with an exterior that is 100% cedar.  The exterior was in serious need of cleaning and re-staining.  It had not been maintained; and, had a significant amount of mold staining and several areas of the trim had the original finish peeling off.

We contracted with Mike and Crystal to prep and re-stain the exterior of our home.  Throughout the process, Mike demonstrated thoroughness, competency and responsibility.  Mike and Crystal took personal responsibility to ensure they delivered a quality product.  Mike kept his commitments and did not compromise his work product even when faced with the stripping process taking more time than he expected.  He completed the project per the schedule he committed.

Mike demonstrated a high attention to detail in the finishing process and ensured the project was completed to my satisfaction.  The home looks beautiful...we could not be happier.

I solicited bids from several paint contractors and evaluated several before selecting Mike.  His pricing was very competitive versus several other contractors; but, I never observed where Mike cut corners.

I would definitely recommend MIke's Painting and will plan to use Mike again when we have painting needs.


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Unfinished Carpentry FAQs, answered by experts

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.

Most load-bearing walls are exterior, though they can also be interior.

Traditionally, bungalows are single-story homes, although having a half or partial story on top of the first floor is common. While adding a second story to a bungalow is certainly possible, the home would no longer be considered a bungalow by the strictest definition.

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. 

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.

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