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Avatar for IHS Construction, Inc.
IHS Construction, Inc.
4.9(
117
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Deck or Porch - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Oak Island, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mark and his crew went above and beyond what we had hoped. He provided skilled design advice, advised us on available materials, and listened carefully to our requests, always ready if necessary to say you really don t want to do it that way. The whole crew was easy to work with and we highly recommend any or all of them if you re building or refurbishing decking."
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WearDeck
WearDeck
WearDeck

+13

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Province Roofing and Construction, LLC
5.0(
26
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Oak Island, NC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My husband is no longer able to do the maintenance on our house, or advise me. There was rotting trim wood, that needed to be replaced, at the roofline of our house. I contacted Angie on a Sunday nite. The next day owner Roland called me, we met the next day. He was able to fit in the needed repairs 1 day later and take a piece of wood to the paint store to match the color. The result looks perfect!!"
New Porch Roof
New Porch Roof
Porch Roof
Porch Roof
New Porch Roof

+16

Response time7 hrs
Response rate94%
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bowfin Builders
4.8(
15
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessDeck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair+4 more

Serving Oak Island, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Matt and Chris are a pleasure to work with they communicate very well what the plan is and how they are going to execute it. They pay close attention to detail, have respect for homeowners personal property. We will continue to hire Bowfin Builders for all of our projects. We are very pleased with their work!!!"
Beverky Threatt - Deck
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Beverky Threatt - Deck
Shed Builds

+31

Response time5 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Universal Green Garden Landscaping, Inc.
4.6(
44
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Oak Island, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A hard working group of guys. Very respectful and cleaned up all the limbs. I would recommend this company to anyone. Will definitely use again in the future."
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work

+16

Response time7 hrs
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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JR Builders
4.9(
14
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Oak Island, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Mr. Robbins was the only one of the 3 builders I contacted that even cared enough OR had the courtesy to respond to me. I was lucky he did. His work is excellent and we couldnâ t be more pleased with the finished product. No need to look any further. We have found our builder/carpenter. I highly recommend."
Deck Build
Deck Build
Deck Build
Deck Build
Deck Build

+1

Response time3 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

It’s best to use two screws to secure deck boards into every joist. Securing the boards to every joist makes the deck more structurally sound, while using two screws on the outer sides of the boards can help prevent warping and cupping.

Costs depend on furniture type, size, complexity, and whether additional modifications are needed.

Begin by analyzing the blueprints and gathering the proper materials before framing a house. With the prep stages behind you, begin by framing the floor of a house on the newly set foundation. Exterior and interior walls come next, along with rough openings for doors and windows. Contractors will then add ceiling and roof rafters to finish things off. 

Professionals charge between $60 and $95 per hour to install ornamental porch columns. The amount of time they need varies based on the condition of the porch, whether they need to remove old columns, and if there is any damage to your porch's structure. This cost can increase if more issues come up during the installation process.

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