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Asper's Handyman Services
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Gilberton, PA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"Mike and his son did amazing work, they rebuilt my back deck into an amazing area. Mike had very responsible prices and will hire him again to do some odds and ends that need done in the house."
Door replacement
New door
New door
Old door
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Response time5 days
Response rate100%
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Fisher's Enterprise, LLC
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For Business

Serving Gilberton, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Welcome to Fisher's Backyard Structures. We proudly provide the highest quality of service and Amish craftsmanship for each aspect of your project. Our depth of knowledge and experience solidify our belief that customer service stands as the highest priority. We eagerly look forward to working with you and making your vision a reality. Give us a call, Text or email today, and let us get started!

8x18 Vinyl pergola w/ EZshade canopy
8x18 Vinyl pergola w/ EZshade canopy
8x18 Vinyl pergola w/ EZshade canopy
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14x16 Alpine Pavilion

+13

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Traditionally, bungalows are single-story homes, although having a half or partial story on top of the first floor is common. While adding a second story to a bungalow is certainly possible, the home would no longer be considered a bungalow by the strictest definition.

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

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.

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.

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

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