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Kenneth Dietz
New to Angi
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Newport, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

Hi, my name is Riley. I’m 22 years old and working hard to build my path as a general contractor. I take pride in honest work, reliability, and doing every job the right way. My goal is to provide quality craftsmanship people can trust while continuing to grow my business through hard work and dedication.

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Lynn Crist Construction
5.0(
10
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Newport, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

"Lynn did a wonderful job, we couldn't be any happier, he is professional, gets the job done and does quality work! Hire Lynn and his team if you need some work done! Thank you Lynn! Gutierrez family"
Lynn Crist Construction
Lynn Crist Construction
Lynn Crist Construction
Lynn Crist Construction
Lynn Crist Construction

+7

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by10%of homeowners
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Bradford Xteriors
4.5(
655
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Newport, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The owner called me very quickly after I put in a request on Angi and emailed a detailed and very reasonable estimate that same evening. He texted me the next day to make sure I got the estimate and I was able to talk to him about the work that day. While I have decided to put off the work for a while, I would definitely consider using his company for the work as he has provided excellent customer service so far."
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Bradford Xteriors
Bradford Xteriors
Bradford Xteriors

+1

Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Unfinished Carpentry FAQs, answered by experts

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.

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.

There are a few easy ways to locate a wall stud without a stud finder. First, try knocking on the wall with your knuckles. Most parts of the wall will sound hollow, but when you tap over a stud, it will sound more solid. Alternatively, since studs are spaced 16 or 24 inches apart, you can measure those distances from a corner of the room, which will always have a stud.

Homeowners can increase the usefulness of their garage space in other ways, and one option is to extend the length of the garage by making it deeper. The process is similar to traditional garage extensions, but the end product is a garage with a different layout rather than additional parking spaces. 

Balcony construction or replacement typically requires a building permit from your local permitting authority. Safety and building integrity are the main reasons for the need to obtain a permit and the subsequent inspections. In some cases, especially cantilevered balconies, your municipality may also require the oversight and signature of a structural engineer.

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