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Brothers Carpentry & Paint
4.9(
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Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Brothers Carpentry & Painting for trim and deck repair and exterior painting of my whole house. They did good work quickly and for a reasonable price. Accommodated scheduling request and provided great customer service. Would recommend and hire again."
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+9

Response time3 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by40%of homeowners
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Cobra Deck And Concrete Restoration
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Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1993

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Warranties offered

"Sticking point was miscommunication during sales. onsite guy said they didn't replace fence boards. Later HQ called to find out why I hadn't moved ahead. I had already selected another provider who could do all three. HQ said they could have done. Their loss. Loved the guys I ended up using."
Deck stained with our Hickory sealant.
After deck power washed and stained.
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Deck before cleaning, old gray wood.

+16

Response time4 days
Response rate96%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Miguel Home Improvement, LLC
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Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

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Warranties offered

"Miguel and his crew came to replace our entire backyard fence as well as add a gate to a section of fence. The value for what he did was very worth it. His price for fence replacement was more than half the price of a larger company. There were a lot of small details of the finished job that we let slide due to the price we paid (left some trash behind, didn't dispose of some of the fence post foundations) I will be honest and say that it was a bit difficult to communicate with Miguel at times but we were able to talk through what I was looking for. He is very friendly and respectful and I look forward to hiring him for other contracting jobs around our house!"
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+24

Response time3 hrs
Response rate95%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Quality First Builders NC LLC
5.0(
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Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

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Emergency services offered

"We hired Christian to redo our deck and it was an INCREDIBLE experience. We had some unexpected additional repairs (rotted wood) along the way that he communicated through and we got it done! we had a tight deadline and he crushed it. The deck is beautiful and well made and he went above and beyond with other things we needed (hauling and screening our porch). I 12/10 recommend him for any building or repair projects. He will be helping us with our property from here on out!"
Reparations
Response time7 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by5%of homeowners
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Alfoli Home improvement
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Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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Emergency services offered

"Roberto did a great job. I used him immediately for two other projects based on the excellent work, speed of completion and fair pricing of the pool deck. He also built a privacy fence and replaced a rotting deck. I am keeping him in my list of approved pros and will use him in the future without hesitation."
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

While some highly experienced homeowners can frame a house independently, it is not advisable. You will need ample carpentry experience, a team of helpers, and professionals to sign off on your work to meet local building codes. For the safest outcome, we recommend buying or building a house with the guidance of professionals.

Learning how to frame a house includes picking the right lumber for the job. Most people will want to pick pine, spruce, or fir for the framing. These types of lumber are affordable and produce sturdy framing for structures. Look for kiln-dried lumber to reduce the risk of shrinkage or insect damage after installation. As part of what’s included in framing a house when you hire a professional, the contractor should order the lumber, so you don’t have to worry about finding the right lumber.

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

The primary parts of a house that need framing during construction are floors, exterior walls, interior walls, and the roof. The framing in these areas provides the skeleton for adding other materials over the top. With walls, for example, contractors can hang drywall over the interior walls and siding over the outside of the exterior walls. Proper framing ensures a sturdy house that is built to last.

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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