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JRankin Carpentry and Construction
5.0(
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Serving Akron, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I recently hired JRankin Carpentry and Construction to manage drywall installation and wall repairs following the installation of a sliding glass door. The entire process was seamless. Jay demonstrated impressive speed and efficiency while maintaining a friendly demeanor throughout. His meticulous attention to detail ensured top-notch results. I highly recommend JRankin for any carpentry or construction projectâ his expertise and professionalism truly set him apart."
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Response time5 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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ProServices.com
4.9(
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Serving Akron, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Joe did a wonderful job installing our side garage door. He is kind, professional, clearly knowledgeable regarding the project, and does quality work. We will definitely hire him again and highly recommend you consider him as well."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Legacy Improvements
4.8(
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Serving Akron, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I couldn’t be happier with the work Legacy Improvements LLC fence did! Marcus and his crew extended my existing fence and added a gate, and everything turned out amazing. The crew was professional, on time, and paid attention to every detail to make sure the new section matched perfectly with the old fence. The gate works smoothly and looks great too. The whole process was easy from start to finish, and the quality of the work really shows. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable, high-quality fence work!"
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Friesen Family Renovations, LLC
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Serving Akron, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chris was extremely professional and very skilled at his trade. He completed the work within 2 days of our first contact and kept excellent communication about costs, time of arrival for first consultation and date of service. The projects were challenging and he did incredible carpentry. He was very good at keeping the area clean and respectful of my home. We have already discussed additional work that he will do on the house. I am excited to work with him again and recommend him without reservation. He is a breath of fresh air for someone to really work with a homeowner!"
Response time2 days
Response rate98%
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Built Right Construction
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Serving Akron, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Built Right Construction did an excellent job building our deck. They were professional, knowledgeable, easy to work with and completed the job sooner than expected. I absolutely would use them again for any future projects. Very happy customer!"
Response time8 hrs
Response rate99%
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Finish Line
4.4(
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Serving Akron, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1988

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They we very efficient with the siding repair that I needed the work done. My contractor was kind enough to check the rest of the house, in case there was something else that I didnâ t notice.. I was so Impressed with him, that Iâ m having them constructing a composite material steps/landing for my front entrance to the house. Iâ m very pleased with them and highly recommend Finish Line Construction!"
Metal roof
Bambo hardwood flooring
Room addition
Commercial Rubber a Roof System
Vinyl Siding

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Response time1 day
Response rate99%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Neatnics The Home Repair Co
4.5(
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Serving Akron, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Adam from Neatnics has previously done work for me in the past. He explains to ensure I understand how the work is being done; gives me pricing options when replacement parts have to be purchased; and provides a detailed invoice of how the charges of my project were totaled. I will definitely call on Neatnics for future home repair needs."
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

You may need a permit to install your window seat. Even though it's an indoor modification, some municipalities require permits for any built-ins added to homes. Check with your carpenter or, if you're DIY-ing, do some research on your city's requirements.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

Installing an ornamental or decorative porch column takes around three to five hours. Structural columns take longer because your pro has to install a jack to hold up the roof while switching the column out. If there's any structural damage, it can add several days to the timeline to repair the damage.

There are both temporary and permanent ways to enclose a carport. If you’re looking to enclose your carport for the winter, a canvas enclosure could do the trick. It won’t be as protective as a permanent structure, but it can offer some protection from elements like snow, rain, and wind. For a permanent enclosure, you can add extra walls, add a new vertical roof, or a lean-to addition on one side of the structure.

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.

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