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Looking Good Painting
5.0(
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Serving Kinston, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Warranties offered

Offers commercial services

"Luis did a fantastic job on my daughter’s room. They were very professional and knowledgeable when it came to answering questions. I highly recommend them for any projects."
Ashley Willis
Ashley Willis
Ashley Willis
Ashley Willis
Ashley Willis

+61

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Bizzy Construction LLC
4.5(
15
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Serving Kinston, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Bizzy Construction to remodel our kitchen. Jeremy was great to work with, and was very knowledgeable of his craft. We were very impressed with his efficiency and the quality of his work. We absolutely love our kitchen now, and would highly recommend using him !"
Response time2 days
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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R3
4.9(
15
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Serving Kinston, 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
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Jeremy Williams
5.0(
12
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Serving Kinston, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My husband and I had been looking for someone to complete a few maintenance repairs around our home (replacing shutters, fix trim along the rooftop, fix siding on the house, replace framework and seals around the garage door and install a ceiling fan). Jeremy Williams did a wonderful job completing all the repairs we needed done. He was very professional and friendly from the initial meeting to the completion of the home repairs. Thank you for all you did for us and we will definitely contact you for our future home repairs."
Response time2 days
Response rate89%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Abe's Woodwork & Paint
4.7(
15
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Serving Kinston, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We hired Abe to build custom cabinets and shelves for our living room. From beginning to end, it has been a very pleasant experience and we are very satisfied with the quality and design of our cabinets. I would highly recommend him."
Dresser
Pantry
Pantry
Navy Island
Kitchen replaced

+68

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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South Side Home Improvement
4.7(
14
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Serving Kinston, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The guys were professional and hard workers. They went beyond what was expected. And the quality of their work was exceptional. I will use them again for certain."
Man Cave
Pack House
Bathroom Remodel
New Composite Deck
Man Cave

+73

Response time9 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Duration varies by project size, but average-sized homes typically take a weeks.

Baseboards don’t have to be nailed into studs. However, nailing them into studs adds to their stability. When studs aren’t available, you can secure them with drywall nails directly into the drywall and adhesive. Always aim to nail into studs, especially in high-traffic or impact-prone areas.

When deciding whether to use nails or screws for framing, the specific needs of the project must be taken into account. Nails have long been the go-to option for framing due to their affordability, ease of installation, and ability to withstand shear forces. They are perfect for structural framing projects where fast assembly is essential. In contrast, screws offer exceptional holding power and are particularly useful in situations requiring increased strength and resistance to pull-out forces. For projects that prioritize accuracy and long-lasting quality, screws may be the preferred option, though nails remain a dependable and efficient choice.

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. 

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.

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