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AWD Cabinetry
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Serving Lake Lure, NC and surrounding areas

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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!!"
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Butcher block kitchen
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+30

Response time1 day
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Jeff Handyman Service
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Serving Lake Lure, NC and surrounding areas

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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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Miller Light Construction LLC
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Serving Lake Lure, NC and surrounding areas

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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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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
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A Step Above Handyman Services LLC
4.5(
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Serving Lake Lure, NC and surrounding areas

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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."
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Roofing Project
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Electrical Project
Remodeling - General Project

+32

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
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JKH Construction Services
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Serving Lake Lure, NC and surrounding areas

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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

Installing a tongue-and-groove wall requires similar techniques to those associated with installing shiplap. However, because of the precision necessary to make each board fit perfectly and the increased material prices, the cost is higher than that of shiplap installations. Expect to spend between $2 and $6 more per square foot for tongue-and-groove walls versus shiplap ones.

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

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.

Framing with metal studs can be significantly faster than using wooden studs, provided you have some experience working with the material. While you can use virtually instant pneumatic nailers with wood, metal requires installing screws. However, because metal is lighter, straighter, usually comes cut-to-length, and doesn't require sorting for the best pieces, you can save significant time using metal instead of wood.

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.

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