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Avatar for Faithful Finishes Carpentry
Faithful Finishes Carpentry
5.0(
5
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - RepairCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+4 more

Serving Happy Valley, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Small jobs welcome

"We needed a door frame taken off to get a new refrigerator into our kitchen. He quickly and cleanly removed the existing door frame. Since our appliance delivery was delayed, he worked with our schedules to get the trim out redone afterwards. Once we gave him the greenlight, he was able to complete the new trim out and paint matched. Highly professional, quality workmanship"
Awning
Awning
Awning
Awning
Awning

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15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Custom Designed Exteriors, LLC
Custom Designed Exteriors, LLC
5.0(
38
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessDeck or Porch - Repair

Serving Happy Valley, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was wonderful to work with tony. He had great ideas. He also helped me make the entire deck better, sturdier, safer and more aesthetically pleasing. Very easy to talk to and on top of his projects. The only reason for a 4.0 for value was not even tony s Fault. rather it s the fact that I wasn t extremely ready for that much of a higher premium for trex decking. I didn t feel forced to make this decision. I was presented with good options. I hope to not ever need to repair my deck but should I ever have a deck to build in the future in another home, I know who to call!"
Double Deck w/ Black Aluminum Picket-Railing
Double Deck w/ Black Aluminum Picket-Railing
Double Deck w/ Black Aluminum Picket-Railing
Double Deck w/ Black Aluminum Picket-Railing
Double Deck w/ Black Aluminum Picket-Railing

+86

Response time2 days
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Patron General Construction, LLC
4.6(
35
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Happy Valley, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Terrific value

"Patron General Construction removed and replaced our front entry staircase in one day! Amazing. Aleksei is a master carpenter. I was a carpenter for twenty years and haven t ever worked with a better craftsman. I will hire him for all future projects. His helper was also excellent. Highly recommended!!"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate96%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Northwest Origins Construction
Northwest Origins Construction
5.0(
67
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Happy Valley, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Justin did a beautiful job building a fence in our backyard. He was prompt, did the work quickly, and communicated regularly to schedule out the project. Very happy with his work."
Response time12 hrs
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

Building a barndominium means converting a barn into a house. Barndominiums are becoming popular as spacious and stylish alternatives to typical housing structures. Old barns that become houses traditionally consist of wooden construction. However, newer structures, such as pole barns, often contain metal exteriors and roofs. Converting a metal outbuilding into a house presents an excellent opportunity to create a barndominium from metal.

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.

Carpenters are trained to take on a wide range of home projects. You can hire a carpenter to do framing, roofing, build custom furniture, and make significant upgrades to your home. General carpenters are usually able to handle most jobs. However, you may also choose to hire a carpenter who specializes in a specific type of carpentry. 

The average cost of DIY window framing is about $40 to $60 in materials. If you hire a window treatment professional, you’ll pay for materials plus labor costs—anywhere from $250 to $800 per window. The final cost is highly dependent on the window size, as larger windows are heavier and more difficult to install, as well as the type of window framing material.

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