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Vista Del Sol Construction
4.9(
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Serving Chaparral, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I talked to two other contractors one never met time restrains( two hours late for first meeting no call) and the other contractor told me I was wrong and changed what I wanted and went $10,000 over my budget. Vista Del Sol was right on time sent the quote sooner than promised. They started and finished the job sooner than promised. The supervisor (Jesus) did a great job with materials and schedules. The drywall crew was in and out so fast I almost missed them. Paint crew didn t spill anything and cleaned up spotlessly. The tile team was fantastic, the best I ve ever seen. We love our new bedroom and bathroom."
Internal roof drain
Rough in plumbing
Foundation and flatwork
Stucco restoration
Stucco restoration

+72

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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SC Remodeling
4.5(
17
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Serving Chaparral, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"SC Remodeling started the project on time, worked at it diligently and was willing to make changes and additions to the plans. Their work was top notch. The workers were professional, polite and agreeable at all times. Juan designed a bird avery that is outstanding based on my telling him what I needed for my birds. He is very good at listening to the customers needs and providing helpful suggestions with both design and materials that will get the job done to our satisfaction. The office provided a detailed estimate of the costs and allowed a reasonable payment schedule of 4 payments before, during and the final payment."
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
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M.A.D MAN GCC LLC
4.5(
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Serving Chaparral, NM and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We were very satisfied with our second story addition. They have a good work ethic, they showed up every morning early to work. They made sure we were satisfied with the results. When we had a leak they came right away to fix it. I would highly recommend them for your next home improvement project. We have received many compliments on our new addition."
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
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Unfinished 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 possible to turn your carport into a living space, but there are additional factors to address over turning it into a garage. HVAC, plumbing, and electricity won't be optional, and you'll need finished flooring, drywall, trim work, and legal ceiling height, for starters. Also, keep in mind that living space conversions may require upgrading the foundation underneath, and the permits might be more expensive as well.

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.

You can choose 5/8-inch plywood or 3/4-inch plywood—anything thinner than these sizes may not withstand the impact of debris propelled by strong winds or can be easily torn off by intruders. Remember that the durability of the wood board is crucial, particularly for safeguarding your windows during severe storms. The effectiveness of using wood boards for protecting the investment you made in your home relies on using the appropriate material and ensuring proper installation.

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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