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Avatar for Hepp Landscaping
Hepp Landscaping
4.9(
75
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Allegheny, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hepp Landscaping did and excellent job. The task was completed swiftly and with quality results. They are definitely my top choice for future landscaping needs. Thanks guys."
Response time1 day
137 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Munion Kitchen Cabinets, LLC
4.9(
35
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Allegheny, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1978

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"The whole process was very well planned out. The knowledge and experience of this company was amazing. Not only did they explain everything they also answered any and all of my questions. The work was completed with in the time frame. The work is outstanding and well crafted. They cleaned up after themselves and made sure I was satisfied with their work."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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TrokStar Construction LLC
5.0(
27
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Allegheny, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent ‐ I currently live in a house that TrokStar Construction completely gutted and rebuilt. Neighbors often will stop by saying they can't believe it's the same house. The interior came out stunning ‐ I especially enjoy the modern kitchen and bathroom. The highlight though is probably the handed crafted fireplace mantle and frame. I would highly recommend TrokStar for any construction project, big or small."
Chicken Coop
Castle Shannon Kitchen and Bathrooms
Carrick Bathroom Flip
Kitchens and Bathrooms
Flooring and Carpentry

+150

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Home Genius Exteriors
4.3(
117
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Exterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

Serving Allegheny, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am extremely pleased with the project. The crew was timely and professional. The outcome was awesome. My home looks beautiful. The crew even left the area cleaner than they found it."
Metal Roofing
Metal Roofing
Metal Roofing
Attic Insulation
Attic Insulation

+52

Response time3 days
1805 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by41%of homeowners
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Poola's Remodeling
5.0(
12
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Furniture - Build CustomInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Allegheny, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Sam added crown molding to our dining room and did a fantastic job! It was not the easiest job considering we have an older home with unevenness and an awkward corner fireplace to work around. He was reasonably priced , very professional, and a great communicator compared to my experience with other contractors. I would hire him again in a heartbeat!"
Gas Meter Cover
Portico Remodel
Custom Firepalce
Cabinet Painting
Gas Meter Cover

+25

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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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.

Framing a basement takes three to five days, on average, when completed by a professional, though it may take longer for a larger space. Keep in mind this doesn’t include the time to complete the design, obtain permits, and install the drywall on the framing. On average, fully finishing a basement takes an average of 45 days.

Framing a house with steel generally takes less time—around five to eight weeks—than most building materials. The steel components can also be made quickly off-site and manufactured with pre-punched holes for running piping and electrical wiring, which will lessen the prep work and extra labor during construction.

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

It’s best to use two screws to secure deck boards into every joist. Securing the boards to every joist makes the deck more structurally sound, while using two screws on the outer sides of the boards can help prevent warping and cupping.

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