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Avatar for Rob Repairs and Construction, LLC
Rob Repairs and Construction, LLC
4.9(
33
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Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed to have items hauled to the dump within a short time frame. Thankfully Rob made himself available to do the job the same day. I wasn't even on site. Rob communicated what he'd done with pictures to verify. He left the site looking exactly as it should. Great to work with. His price was very fair. I would hire again without reservation."
apt 1 remodel
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apt 2 remodel

+30

Response time10 hrs
Response rate93%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for MS Premier Construction & Remodeling, LLC
MS Premier Construction & Remodeling, LLC
5.0(
22
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Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great Communication. Professional. Quality work. Hired MS to build a 230ft mixed material fence and a deck over my existing stoop of an entry. Couldn't be more impressed. We had a vision in mind and Mike made it happen. So impressed with the work they are now build a deck out back. Would definitely recommend."
Fence job
front deck
Front deck
Front deck
New Addition

+1

Response time7 hrs
Response rate96%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Casa Bella Construction, LLC
4.9(
51
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Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Eddie is a true professional and great communicator. He worked with me and my neighbor to find the perfect fence we both like. The quality of the work was greater than expected. His pricing was also very fair.. My neighbor and I are considering other projects for Eddie to build for us."
Privacy fence
Back side
Finished side
Entrance 3ft Gate
Deck and Fence

+12

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Marteeny Construction, LLC
4.8(
90
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Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The entire experience was delightful. The quote came quickly, the work was started within a few days and the carpenters were professional and friendly. Their work was high quality!"
new tile shower
Exterior door
Fireplace Surround
Shiplap ceiling
Bathroom remodel

+102

Response time12 hrs
Response rate96%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Green Yard Landscape & Outdoor Construction, LLC
Green Yard Landscape & Outdoor Construction, LLC
4.5(
73
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Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They were quick to give us a quote and to come do the work. Even though they ran into difficulty with a roof support due to previous deck construction, they problem solved well and completed the beautiful deck very timely."
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Our Work After
Response time5 hrs
Response rate94%
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bennett Home Solutions LLC
4.9(
16
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Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We can’t believe our good fortune getting connected with Jeff. He is knowledgeable, experienced, and extremely competent with excellent work ethic and results for every possible handyman job. Electrical, woodworking, general construction, absolutely everything done perfectly and beyond reproach. We will hire him for every possible job we need done in the future He helped remodel a Mountain cabin for us. He did all of the jobs preparing our Portland home for sale which sold cash to the first person that came in the door largely due to Jeff’s work. I could have hundreds of pictures, but we’ll just include the dock that he built for us in a mountain lake east of Pendleton, Oregon.."
Handyman Services Project
Handyman Services Project
Handyman Services Project
Handyman Services Project
Handyman Services Project

+5

Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by62%of homeowners
Avatar for D & N Colors Painting, LLC
D & N Colors Painting, LLC
5.0(
22
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Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"D&N is the best contractor weâ ve worked with. Customer oriented, quick and complete. The finished product was attractive and expertly complete."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate85%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Ramses Remodeling & Construction LLC
Ramses Remodeling & Construction LLC
5.0(
15
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Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys came in and built me a beautiful fence in two days their price beat everyone in the phone book the customer service and professionalism was next to none in my opinion worry free experience and I would absolutely recommend these guys in the future thank you for helping Lela my home a home"
Response time3 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

For maximum stability, install grab bars on wall studs, as this will adequately support the weight. However, if you don't have access to studs, you can get by with wall anchors. If opting for the latter, choose specialty hollow wall anchors. 

Most load-bearing walls are exterior, though they can also be interior.

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.

Begin by analyzing the blueprints and gathering the proper materials before framing a house. With the prep stages behind you, begin by framing the floor of a house on the newly set foundation. Exterior and interior walls come next, along with rough openings for doors and windows. Contractors will then add ceiling and roof rafters to finish things off. 

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

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