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Avatar for Lance Homes LLC
Lance Homes LLC
4.9(
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Grafton, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jason Lance was the only contractor that answered my request for a quote. Once we agreed to move forward, Jason fit us into his schedule and completed the job in a timely manner. He was very professional and did an outstanding job."
Handyman Services Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Handyman Services Project
Handyman Services Project
Handyman Services Project

+154

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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CDJ Remodeling
5.0(
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Exterior Shutters - Repair or RestoreExterior Shutters - Repair or Restore - For BusinessInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install+1 more

Serving Grafton, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

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Customers say: True professional

"Chris and Cameron did fantastic work installing a wood fence. They worked around rainy weather issues to get the fence done quickly. Chris took care of pulling the needed permits and worked directly with the city building department. Very thankful for the work they did!"
Response time7 hrs
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by62%of homeowners
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Friesen Family Renovations, LLC
4.7(
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Closet - BuildDeck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair+7 more

Serving Grafton, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The handyman process went very well! Chris was able to identify the issue and was able to fix it whilst going the extra mile to make sure that it was done right. I would highly recommend this person for pretty much any home repair project you can think of!"
Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by69%of homeowners
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Finish Line
4.4(
128
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Grafton, 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

+14

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Neatnics The Home Repair Co
4.5(
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Grafton, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"They arrived on time. Very polite, thorough and professional. They completed the job, despite temperature around 20 degrees. We were very satisfied & the property owner got an estimate for some interior remodeling also. Their paperwork was itemized & listed supplies and labor. Thanks!"
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

Baseboards don’t have to be nailed into studs. However, nailing them into studs adds to their stability. When studs aren’t available, you can secure them with drywall nails directly into the drywall and adhesive. Always aim to nail into studs, especially in high-traffic or impact-prone areas.

There are a variety of second-story deck privacy ideas depending on your budget and aesthetic. For starters, you might consider fencing or tall privacy railing that masks a good portion of the open deck. A pergola or an awning can provide additional cover and shade. Outdoor curtains are an easy way to add or remove privacy at your convenience, plus they’re a wallet-friendly way to decorate your deck.

The primary parts of a house that need framing during construction are floors, exterior walls, interior walls, and the roof. The framing in these areas provides the skeleton for adding other materials over the top. With walls, for example, contractors can hang drywall over the interior walls and siding over the outside of the exterior walls. Proper framing ensures a sturdy house that is built to last.

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

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