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Handy Andy Construction, LLC
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - RepairCarpentry Framing - Install+7 more

Serving Abbeville, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

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"Andrew and his guys were amazing!! They built us a new deck and tied it into our ramp from the back door. The deck is sturdy and gorgeous. They wrapped it and framed it!! I am so very happy!! He will be my go to now for any work we need."
Response time8 hrs
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Recommended by65%of homeowners
American Craftsman Building Improvements
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Abbeville, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1986

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"Wayne did a great job building a 200 foot fence for me. His price was competitive, he was timely in his response for a quote and finished the project in the time allotted. He was easy to work with and I would definitely hire him again."
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Sentri Homes
2.9(
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Abbeville, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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"Found Sentri on Angi. Jeanette and Violet were very pleasant and efficient in getting a contractor to me in the time frame needed. The contractor was excellent and the roof looks great! I would definitely work with them again if I had additional projects."
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Razor the handyman
New to Angi
Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Abbeville, SC and surrounding areas

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I wear many hats and offer great services on time and make sure customer satisfaction on point.\nI offer small transport services also with a cargo trailer. Also there will be a fuel charge for travel outside charlotte Nc.\n

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Ka'Vontay's Door Installation
New to Angi
Exterior Shutters - Repair or Restore - For Business

Serving Abbeville, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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Kavontay's is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

Bow windows need support because they are large and extend out from the exterior wall of the home. Bow windows may extend 1 foot to several feet from the outside of the home, so you’ll need to provide additional support to handle this weight. A window contractor will be able to provide the proper amount of support for your new bow window.

Installing an ornamental or decorative porch column takes around three to five hours. Structural columns take longer because your pro has to install a jack to hold up the roof while switching the column out. If there's any structural damage, it can add several days to the timeline to repair the damage.

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.

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.

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