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Dustin James Home Repairs
5.0(
35
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Serving Kinston, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"Dustin did an OUTSTANDING job by installing all of the curtains and special rods which came with the installation. He made adjustments with all the curtains and kept me informed on each stage of the installation. Dustin also installed a grab bar in our masterbathroom. He completed the job in a timely, professional fashion. He has a wealth of experience too! We highly recommend Dustin James Home Repairs for all your odd jobs in and around your home."
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+14

Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Looking Good Painting
5.0(
20
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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

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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
Gault Home Repair Service
5.0(
9
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Serving Kinston, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have to say that Boyce and his crew were amazing from the very beginning until the finish. All the other contractors I had come out asked me what I wanted to do and Boyce assessed the situation with my deck and told me what we needed to do. I had two other contractors from angis list out and neither even considered these things that needed to be addressed. Once we discussed all estimates and contractors Boyce and Gault services was the one to go with. Now that the project is complete we couldn’t be more satisfied with the work they did. I can honestly tell you that not one contractor would have done remotely close To what they did. It is an amazing job and we are extremely happy!"
Response time1 day
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%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

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.

Stick frames, metal frames, or prefabricated concrete frames are included in framing a house, along with creating the framework and space for windows, doors, and entryways. Other aspects of developing a home—like drywall, insulation, windows, doors, and more—are not included in the cost to frame a house.

Yes, using certified lumber and engineered wood products for reduced environmental impact.

One of the most common house framing basics for decades has been using wood for the framing work. However, some framing contractors now suggest using steel frames. Steel is lightweight, resistant to fire, and resistant to moisture, all of which are areas where wood framing could cause problems. However, steel framing is more expensive than wood and limits your ability to insulate the home.

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.

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