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Avatar for LB Master Carpentry LLC
LB Master Carpentry LLC
4.5(
8
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Williamston, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Work was done very well. Crew was efficient & courteous The project was done and cleaned on time and at the estimate amount I will use this company again & highly recommend them to anyone else"
Cabinets
Beams
Siding Project
Deck replacement
Deck replacement

+86

Response rate100%
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Discount Garage & Exteriors
4.5(
23
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Williamston, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We wanted a detached garage. We liked Vicars Construction reviews and hired them. Their workers were very professional & easy to work with. They built us a beautiful garage and we are really enjoying it. We would recommend them to anyone planning a building project. If in the future we have other building projects we will certainly call on them."
Deck
28x28 Cottage & Future Garage W/Bonus
Curran
Barnett
Deck

+428

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
Palmetto Home Improvement
4.0(
103
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Williamston, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"My wife and I hired Glenn to replace our front porch columns and railings and add posts and railings for the stairs. Glenn handled getting all supplies necessary and completed the job in only a few days. We are completely satisfied with the job he did and everything looks great."
Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Handy Andy Construction, LLC
4.4(
35
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - RepairCloset - Build+7 more

Serving Williamston, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Handy Andy and Crew did an excellent job replacing our front porch railings with quality materials plus reasonable costs. They went above and beyond with the focus of "doing it the right way". Handy Andy and Crew are the best and they aim to please by standing behind their word and skills to get the job done. I will be hiring them for all of our future projects coming up because they care about their customers."
Response time8 hrs
70 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by63%of homeowners
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GABA Contractors, LLC
5.0(
20
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Closet - BuildExterior Shutters - Repair or Restore - For Business

Serving Williamston, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Rodrigo and his crew worked efficiently to get my deck looking brand new! They were very quick and did a great job cleaning up once the job was done. Definitely contacting for my future projects !!"
Before Install
Before Install
Inside Install
Outdoor
Before

+5

10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

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.

When building a house, it is customary to use 16d nails that measure 3 1/2 inches in length to construct the frame. These nails are crucial in providing the necessary support and stability for structural elements like joists and studs, which ensures a sturdy framework.

Framing is the shell of the house. It includes several steps, including studs, plumbing, and electricity. A professional will ensure the wall frame is secured for the house’s structural integrity. 

Framing prices change depending on the material and whether the wall is load-bearing. Most contractors use wood to frame a home, but metal is another popular choice.

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