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Avatar for Friesen Family Renovations, LLC
Friesen Family Renovations, LLC
4.7(
45
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Serving Dalton, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

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%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Home Genius Exteriors
4.6(
267
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Serving Dalton, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The sales rep Tim was very professional and patient with me. Throughout the sales process he listened to all my concerns and explained the process from beginning to end. I know that I would have problems with wood replacement and tim made sure to make note of that. During the install there was a miscommunication with the crew and that lead to inadequate wood repair in the beginning. At this point I called the project manager Walter and explained the situation to him. Shortly after Walter came to my house with the field manager Mike and they both did a more thorough inspection of the wood repair and we came to the solution that best fit my home. After the wood repair incident everything went very smoothly. The crew worked very hard and did beautiful work after they took care of the newly installed wood. Overall the experience good. There was a problem but the way the company responded was great and I was very happy with the final outcome of the project."
Roofing
Roofing
Roofing
Roofing
Roofing

+86

2150 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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W M Construction
5.0(
3
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Serving Dalton, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

House roof
House roof
Roof
Porch
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arken Construction
5.0(
10
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Serving Dalton, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"This is a company that is reliable, competent and very honest. Prices were excellent and the communication between us and the contractor for the very extensive renovation along with the roof, gutters railing, etc. isabove and beyond. I've recommended them to a number of friends who were also satisfied!"
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Lehman Construction
5.0(
10
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Serving Dalton, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Andy and crew did a fantastic job. They went above and beyond by rounding off edges of the top rail and sanding them smooth. I felt like that was a nice extra touch. Andy even called me iwhen he got started to let me know that the wood species of a corner post didnâ t match. Great communication!"
Deck
Deck
Deck from balcony 2
Deck from balcony
wooster deck

+10

Response time1 day
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Freeman's RRC LLC
5.0(
13
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Serving Dalton, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Logan did a great job communicating with me throughout the entire process. Our job wasn't anything major - but Logan a treated it like it was a big deal. Did a great job making repairs to our deck. Very professional. We greatly appreciated their effort and approach to our project."
Tile shower
Tile shower
Tile shower
Bathroom refresh
Banister update

+6

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by7%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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. 

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.

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.

Bump-out additions can extend anywhere from 2 to 15 feet from an existing room. The right size will depend on how you plan to use the new space. For a cantilever bump-out, which doesn't require additional foundation support, the limit is typically 24 inches (2 feet). If a footing and foundation are part of the project, a bump-out can be much larger, even encompassing a whole room. It's also important to remember that many residential properties have limits on the total house size relative to the lot size.

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.

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