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WHL CONSTRUCTION
4.3(
16
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Closet - Build

Serving Montgomery, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They were absolutely amazing to work with. Our house is 118 years old and they hadn't been updated since the 70s. They treated my home like their own. I am beyond happy with the end result"
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Response time7 hrs
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
John's Small Jobs Services
3.2(
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Deck or Porch - RepairExterior Shutters - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Montgomery, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"We have several small jobs around the house that needed to be done. John and his crew have only completed a portion of the overall plan, but we are totally satisfied with the work so far. The guys have been very helpful and professional."
Response time1 day
Response rate90%
145 neighbors recently requested a quote
Kinney's Handyman, LLC
New to Angi
Exterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

Serving Montgomery, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1982

Free estimates

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

The Carpenter Crew
4.7(
15
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Carpentry Framing - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Montgomery, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Bob and his crew did an amazing job building our front porch and painting multiple projects. They worked fast and were very professional. Their work was well done and high quality. I highly recommend the Carpenter Crew for any of your general contractor projects. We will definitely be using them again."
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

You can enclose an open carport, however, there are several things to consider before opting to do so. You'll want to check local building codes and permit requirements before proceeding to make sure it’s legal. While you can sometimes stick-frame a carport enclosure, pre-fab kits are also available. Remember that you'll likely need to meet concrete slab regulations and provide lighting inside the structure. Both of which could substantially drive up costs.

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.

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.

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