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Asheville Cabinetry & Millwork
4.8(
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+10 more

Serving Lake Lure, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Wonderfully! Les Dunne is a master craftsman with attention to detail not found easily these days. I would not hesitate to recommend or hire Les again! In fact, I'm thinking of what else I could have him do!"
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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AWD Cabinetry
5.0(
21
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Lake Lure, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would highly recommend Art Wood Designs. They did a fantastic job removing our old cabinets and countertop and then installing the new cabinets. They were very meticulous in everything they did and very professional. I am extremely happy with my new kitchen cabinets!!"
Furniture - Custom Made Project
Custom kitchen
Butcher block kitchen
custom kitchen and island
Custom kitchen

+30

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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Jeff Handyman Service
4.4(
26
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Lake Lure, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jeff’s Handyman Service would be at the top of my list whenever I need a handyman. They are very courteous, dependable, knowledgeable, trustworthy, and honest. The general concern for the overall customer satisfaction is of the utmost importance. The quality of workmanship and customer service far exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend this company."
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Recommended by72%of homeowners
Miller Light Construction LLC
5.0(
12
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Lake Lure, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"As a real estate agent - I am always looking for reliable vendors to help me with my client's needs. Trevor and his crew have always been professional and easy to work with. I have used them in my personal home as well. I highly recommend them for all of your construction needs!"
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A Step Above Handyman Services LLC
4.5(
336
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Lake Lure, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr Howard and his crew went way beyond keeping me informed doing a great job in building my deck and a new roof on my entire home all new flooring LVP and new windows throughout my home . I will definitely hire Mr Howard and his crew again."
Roofing Project
Roofing Project
Handymen Project
Electrical Project
Remodeling - General Project

+32

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
M&D Property Solutions
4.5(
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Closet - BuildDeck or Porch - RepairExterior Shutters - Install or Replace - For Business+7 more

Serving Lake Lure, 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
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JKH Construction Services
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Lake Lure, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"My kitchen floors were sagging heavily and Jekson came out to reinforce and brace the flooring in the crawl space. He fixed the issue and has very good pricing!! Flexible scheduling and very honest! Jekson will hands down be my new handyman!!"
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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.

The best way to calculate framing costs is by basing your costs on the square footage of your home. On average, framing your home could cost anywhere between $7 and $16 per square foot. 

To ensure you don’t go over budget, base your estimates on the higher end of the price range. If you know you’re going to use high-end materials or require a custom or complex build, you might even want to tack on an additional 5% of your budget.

A cross brace for a fence gate should stretch from the top corner of the gate’s hinge side to the bottom corner of its latch side at a 45-degree angle to the bottom of the gate. This positioning distributes the bulk of the gate’s weight to the base of the post, taking pressure off the top hinge.

Framing most homes takes anywhere between five and eight weeks to complete. You’ll need to account for inclement weather conditions, material shipment times, the number of crew members, and the weight of your materials. If the weather is too hot, wet, or cold for the installation, this process could take closer to eight weeks.

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.

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