Are porch columns load bearing?

• <div><p>Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-do-i-find-out-if-column-between-foyer-dining-room-living-room-decorative-or-load.htm">ways to identify a load-bearing column</a>, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.</p></div>

Should a door frame be nailed or screwed?

• <div><p>When hanging a door frame, it’s recommended that you use screws, not nails. Screws are more secure, easier to tighten, and easier to remove if you need to adjust the frame. On average, the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/install-interior-door">cost to replace a door frame</a> is about <b>$400</b>, but you can save on labor costs if you’re confident in your ability to DIY the project. </p></div>

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Last update on October 06, 2025

Reviewed in July 2010
We purchased all of our materials from local lumberyards and home improvement stores and Howe Builders built the home from the foundation up. They were extremely dependable and worked every day. They made design suggestions that were great and they were very meticulous. At the end of every...
Howe Builders LLC
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Reviewed in July 2012
He is a better carpenter than painter. Overall the work and price was good. He's a nice guy and I would use him again.
Mitch Leonard Jr
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Reviewed in December 2019
Devon does excellent work! He is timely and professional while providing expert quality results. We were so lost when our home was destroyed by a pine tree last fall, but he really helped save the day and get a roof over our heads for winter. He is a talented and reliable choice for many of your...
DMM Siding, Roofing, Etc.
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Reviewed in October 2017
Not one problem, no kidding. In 20 degree weather, snow, Jeff and his team were up on the scaffolding framing out my house. It began around December 1 and finished by July...much of the work, after initial framing was done by him alone. Shows up every day on time...every day! If he is not...
Ridge Top Painting & Carpentry
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Reviewed in January 2021
Recently we had three double windows replaced by Home Partners. The carpenters did a good job but there was a major problem with the project manager. He ordered the wrong size windows, that he himself measured, and instead of replacement windows ordered new construction windows. This resulted in...
HOME Partners
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Reviewed in July 2010
Ron did great finish work, was knowledgeable about all aspects of home building and renovation. He came in to help me repair water damage - too small to report to insurance, but had to stay in my budget. He worked with my friends and family and shared his expertise in finishes, flooring (tile...
Ron Rush
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Reviewed in November 2015
Gregg did a very nice job installing the organizers. It was a little tricky because there was trim he had to cut around but it came out perfectly. He clearly is a skilled carpenter. I only had two issues with my experience. One, he was late and that personally drives me crazy. I run my own...
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Barton's Perfection +, LLC

300 Scrabble Hollow Rd

4.10(

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Barton's Perfection +, LLC

300 Scrabble Hollow Rd

4.10(

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6 years of experience

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With over 21 years of experience in the general contracting industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. Start that 2023 year off with perfection + Licensed & Insured! MOST IMPORTANTLY : We understand not every customer is looking for just good work. They're looking to find a go to. Someone who not only astounds them with their work but astounds them with transparency! Astounds them with glowing positive energy on the first encounter which grows a powerfully stout trust between individuals! Here is a link to our facebook page. Many reviews by trusted repeat customers and just another great way to get familiar with Barton's Perfection + LLC. Here is the link. https://www.facebook.com/BartonsPerfectionPlus/ Owner - CodyBarton 802 - 369 - 9656 Barton's Perfection + LLC

"We hired Cody to do some wallboard repair and to replace 4 interior Luan doors with 4 standard Masonite slabs in existing pre-hung door frames. The wall repair came out great, but the doors turned out to be well beyond his skill level. A carpenter friend had measured and delivered the doors to us, but he became too busy to do the work so we hired Cody. Surprisingly Cody claimed the standard doors were 1/8â too wide and too tall, and that both the width and height had to be trimmed. We questioned him but trusted his â expertiseâ and relented. He wound up cutting off so much of the width and height that we are left with visible gaps between the doors and the jambs. And because the barrel of the doorknobs did not reach the strike plates, he "fixed" his mistake by â doubled upâ two strike plates on each door so three catch - the fourth still doesn't. In short, he ruined $400 worth of doors, which have to be replaced â and installed â by a competent contractor. Cody refuses to discuss a solution, claiming that he warned us that trimming the doors would be problematic, and blaming us for telling him to cut the doors â all of which we vigorously deny. He was the one who suggested the â fix,â and we trusted he knew what he was doing. It wasnâ t until he was finished that we saw the horrific mistakes and that his workmanship was abysmal. Weâ ve never written a bad review but cannot recommend Bartonâ s Perfection if you need carpentry work. His work was far from â perfection.â"

Tom C on August 2024

"We hired Cody to do some wallboard repair and to replace 4 interior Luan doors with 4 standard Masonite slabs in existing pre-hung door frames. The wall repair came out great, but the doors turned out to be well beyond his skill level. A carpenter friend had measured and delivered the doors to us, but he became too busy to do the work so we hired Cody. Surprisingly Cody claimed the standard doors were 1/8â too wide and too tall, and that both the width and height had to be trimmed. We questioned him but trusted his â expertiseâ and relented. He wound up cutting off so much of the width and height that we are left with visible gaps between the doors and the jambs. And because the barrel of the doorknobs did not reach the strike plates, he "fixed" his mistake by â doubled upâ two strike plates on each door so three catch - the fourth still doesn't. In short, he ruined $400 worth of doors, which have to be replaced â and installed â by a competent contractor. Cody refuses to discuss a solution, claiming that he warned us that trimming the doors would be problematic, and blaming us for telling him to cut the doors â all of which we vigorously deny. He was the one who suggested the â fix,â and we trusted he knew what he was doing. It wasnâ t until he was finished that we saw the horrific mistakes and that his workmanship was abysmal. Weâ ve never written a bad review but cannot recommend Bartonâ s Perfection if you need carpentry work. His work was far from â perfection.â"

Tom C on August 2024

Sonart Construction Corp.

Sonart Construction Corp.

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12 years of experience

Sonart Construction Corp. has over15 years of experience in providing a variety of exterior and interior renovation services. We provide services to Palm Beach, Broward and Miami-Dade Counties.. We specialize in Bathroom Remodeling, Kitchen Remodeling, Flooring and the list goes on. Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach and keep the customer informed through every phase of the project. When interacting with our company, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing, and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your renovation needs. Give us a call today!

"Sign contract April 4th 2025 was told would take two to three weeks this job was removing pressure treated and replacing with composite material we picked out samples from local building material outlet and showed so-called supervisor what we wanted was told he would be ordering them funny thing where we got the samples all items were in stock at least a week delay items had to be special ordered what we were told another special order for the railings another week delay called or message several times to correct mistakes July 4th is just around the corner job is still not complete"

YVONNE B on June 2025

"Sign contract April 4th 2025 was told would take two to three weeks this job was removing pressure treated and replacing with composite material we picked out samples from local building material outlet and showed so-called supervisor what we wanted was told he would be ordering them funny thing where we got the samples all items were in stock at least a week delay items had to be special ordered what we were told another special order for the railings another week delay called or message several times to correct mistakes July 4th is just around the corner job is still not complete"

YVONNE B on June 2025

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Barton's Perfection +, LLC

Barton's Perfection +, LLC

Sonart Construction Corp.

Sonart Construction Corp.

Gray's carpentry

Gray's carpentry

Hollow Brook Home Services

Hollow Brook Home Services

B-Roy construction

B-Roy construction

Bradford Home Services

Bradford Home Services

Great North Prodigious Roofing

Great North Prodigious Roofing

John's one call does it all

John's one call does it all

VETRANO HOMES LLC.

VETRANO HOMES LLC.

North east holler boys

North east holler boys

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