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Top-Rated Carpenters in West Columbia - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Spinner Construction
Spinner Construction
4.8(
162
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving West Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We needed a deck replaced. Spinner Construction LLC was the answer. The price fit my budget, the time frame from starting to finish was very impressive (for a work crew of two), and the workmanship was impeccable. I highly recommend Spinner Constrution LLC for your building project."
Deck Repair
Stair and Deck Repair
Deck
Deck
Deck

+20

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
59 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Home Genius Exteriors
4.9(
390
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Exterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

Serving West Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Home Genius Exteriors did an excellent job putting up my new siding. Everyone was very professional start the the gentleman that came out to give me a quote. The crew that came out to do the work was outstanding and did a great job cleaning up afterwards."
Asphalt Roofing
Asphalt Roofing
Asphalt Roofing
Asphalt Roofing
Asphalt Roofing

+5

827 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Tim Mciver Construction
4.5(
23
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - Repair

Serving West Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I highly recommend Tim for your deck or porch project.Tim and his crew did an excellent job of removing old deck and replacing with impressive new deck.Tim and his crew are wonderful to work with and pay close attention to every detail. His experience provided several suggestions some of which he did at no extra charge.Tim McIver Construction earned a 5 star rating from me and I would use him again for any future projects."
Response time2 days
Response rate96%
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Handy Pro Home Services
5.0(
16
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving West Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Knowledgeable and proficient in areas like Painting, floors, plumbing, drywall, repairs inside and outside, floor tiles, electrical, doors repair and replacement, windows also, termite damage repairs.\n30 years of professional experience.\nI treat your home as if were mine.\n

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+11

Response time1 day
Response rate91%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Resilient Roofing & Repair
Resilient Roofing & Repair
4.9(
87
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Exterior Shutters - Repair or RestoreExterior Shutters - Repair or Restore - For Business

Serving West Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent repair. Fair price. Explained everything to me as he went along. Was at my house exactly at 9am , the time he said. I highly recommend Resilient Roofing. I will use them again and recommend them to neighbors."
Cedar siding repairs
Cedar siding repairs
Cedar siding repairs
Cedar siding repairs
Response time1 day
54 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Carpentry FAQs, answered by experts

Most of the time, you’ll want to use screws on your subfloor rather than nails. Nails can actually weaken plywood, whereas screws can easily penetrate without damage. They also form a more secure connection because of their shape, preventing squeaky floors and tightly holding the subfloor in place. That said, some contractors do prefer nails depending on the type of floor covering because they allow for more flexibility.

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.

Baseboards don’t have to be nailed into studs. However, nailing them into studs adds to their stability. When studs aren’t available, you can secure them with drywall nails directly into the drywall and adhesive. Always aim to nail into studs, especially in high-traffic or impact-prone areas.

There are a few easy ways to locate a wall stud without a stud finder. First, try knocking on the wall with your knuckles. Most parts of the wall will sound hollow, but when you tap over a stud, it will sound more solid. Alternatively, since studs are spaced 16 or 24 inches apart, you can measure those distances from a corner of the room, which will always have a stud.

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.

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