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Avatar for Freeman Repair And Remodeling LLC
Freeman Repair And Remodeling LLC
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Ridgeville, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

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Emergency services offered

"Very well ..this was something i wanted done for years since i am the first buyer. They came on time and worked very hard,and clean l love driving my car into my garage now ????❤❤"
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Response time1 day
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Burntworks
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Deck or Porch - RepairFurniture - Build Custom

Serving Ridgeville, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I work for a moving company in NY and a customer in SC had some damages to her table making it unusable so i decided to look on Angie's list to find a handy man and I found much more! Jason was very responsive and professional and a furniture repair expert! The customers home I sent to Jason too was very pleased with Jason's service!"
Response time1 day
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Lowcountry Classic Homes
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Ridgeville, SC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

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"Tex Curtis was so helpful and patient throughout the entire building process. Whenever a difficult issue arise Tex and his team had great solutions that made the process less stressful. I am truly grateful for dedication that was shown during my home building process."
Smoak Road, Meggett
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Smoak Road, Meggett
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate99%
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Sentri Homes
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Ridgeville, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"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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Enhanced Exteriors LLC
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Ridgeville, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A representative came out and was very nice MONDAY said he would give qoute later that day or Tuesday. Today is Friday and still no qoute. I sent text Wednesday. No reply"
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

Learning how to frame a house includes picking the right lumber for the job. Most people will want to pick pine, spruce, or fir for the framing. These types of lumber are affordable and produce sturdy framing for structures. Look for kiln-dried lumber to reduce the risk of shrinkage or insect damage after installation. As part of what’s included in framing a house when you hire a professional, the contractor should order the lumber, so you don’t have to worry about finding the right lumber.

Framing with metal studs can be significantly faster than using wooden studs, provided you have some experience working with the material. While you can use virtually instant pneumatic nailers with wood, metal requires installing screws. However, because metal is lighter, straighter, usually comes cut-to-length, and doesn't require sorting for the best pieces, you can save significant time using metal instead of wood.

If the bowing basement wall is less than 2 inches, steel or carbon fiber straps are the best solution. For bowing that is more than 2 inches, wall anchors are the most effective. A contractor can help you decide the best method of repair for your home's foundation and also address the root cause of the trouble.

While framing a basement is not as difficult as finishing a basement, it's something you should typically leave to the pros. That’s because if something is installed correctly, it will affect your entire basement. However, you can take care of some of the smaller tasks, like filling holes or putting up some insulation.

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