"Mose Troyer does fantastic work. He built custom rails for my front porch that completely transformed the look of my house. Can’t wait to spend the summer enjoying it."
"Tim did a fantastic job with our kitchen. He worked with us through the process, coming up with solutions when we encountered unexpected challenges. His craftmanship is remarkable. Tim tore out our kitchen and drywall, installed new drywall and overhead lights, a new ceiling, installed new cabinets, and installed the tile backsplash. Everything looks better than we could have imagined! We will certainly hire him for any future projects. His estimated timeline was perfect and he started right when expected. Fantastic contractor!"
"AIS did a GREAT job on the project, finishing one half of my full basement. The work performed met all of my expectations and more. I'm very happy with the end result and would definitely hire AIS again should I have a need for another home improvement. Also, the AIS staff and all of the sub-contractors were always pleasant and easy to work with. I will highly recommend AIS to anyone whos asks."
"Very smooth install. Ed was nice, personable, and timely. He installed the solar lights efficiently and correctly. And they function perfectly. Fee was very reasonable as well. He’s agreed to install similar lights next weekend at our daughter’s home located about 10 minutes away. We’re in the market for a new handyman, so would not hesitate to contact Ed again. Thank you."
"Beautiful paint job on master suite! Jim & his crew were flexible, professional, courteous, & helpful - all of which contributed to a great experience!! Their ability to assist with some "handyman" jobs as well provided even more value."
"Great experience from start to finish! He was quick, professional, communicated well, and did a fantastic job on our paint and trim work. We would absolutely hire him again!"
Hi, my name is Jake Ortiz, and I’m the owner of Ortiz Luxebuilds & CO. We are a local, small renovation company focused on providing reliable, quality craftsmanship for homeowners looking to improve and maintain their properties.\n\nWe specialize in a variety of residential improvement projects, including deck builds and repairs, fencing, siding installation and repairs, interior and exterior painting, drywall work, framing, and other small renovation projects.\n\nAs a small business, we take pride in giving each customer personal attention, clear communication, and dependable workmanship from start to finish. Our goal is to make the renovation process as smooth as possible while delivering results that homeowners can be proud of.\n\nWhether you’re looking to update your home, repair damaged areas, or bring a new project idea to life, we’re here to help with honest service and quality work.
Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts
Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.
Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work.
Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.
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 cost to replace a door frame is about $400, but you can save on labor costs if you’re confident in your ability to DIY the project.
When building a house, it is customary to use 16d nails that measure 3 1/2 inches in length to construct the frame. These nails are crucial in providing the necessary support and stability for structural elements like joists and studs, which ensures a sturdy framework.
Yes, you can hang picture frames, shelves, and other items on Trusscore panels. For lightweight items (less than 30 pounds), the company recommends using adhesive strips rather than nails or screws. However, you’ll need to secure heavier objects to a stud in the wall. In these situations, Trusscore recommends cutting away the panel material and fastening the object to the stud with metal hardware.
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