Are porch columns load bearing?

• <div><p>Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-do-i-find-out-if-column-between-foyer-dining-room-living-room-decorative-or-load.htm">ways to identify a load-bearing column</a>, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.</p></div>

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Q: How long does it take to install a porch column?

• <div><p>Installing an ornamental or <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/front-porch-decorating-ideas.htm">decorative porch</a> 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. </p></div>

Q: Can I repair an outdoor structure myself?

• <div><p>Minor fixes like patching leaks or repainting are DIY-friendly, but structural repairs require professional expertise.</p></div>

Q: Why does my deck pop in extreme cold?

• <div><p>Cold temperatures can make your deck boards contract. If they don&rsquo;t contract evenly, they can put pressure on the deck screws and cause them to pop out, making a noticeable sound. Winterizing your deck can help prevent this from happening. </p></div>

Q: How do I maintain my water dock?

• <div><p>Regular inspections, cleaning, and sealing wood components prevent premature wear and structural damage.</p></div>

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I recently made a major move. I was overwhelmed by the amount of things I needed to do, from packing to donating goods to thoroughly cleaning the house when I departed. I got a tip that Jency and Side Kick Services could help me, and I contacted Jency, and Side Kick Services swept in and did it...
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Reviewed in December 2021
They were a great family team. Did every little and big thing I needed managed from arches to patches, mostly ceiling work. Awesome!
Speedy Patch Drywall Repair
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Reviewed in September 2020
These guys are great! We had a pretty big job that even changed a little over the days and they kept working and got it done really nice at a reasonable price. I found more that herds doing. Hope they’ll come back.
Speedy Patch Drywall Repair (Redwood)
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Reviewed in September 2020
Chinoâ s great! He was where he said he would be and did what he said he was going to do and then some. His employee, Elvis, was one of the hardest workers Iâ ve ever worked with.
A.J.W Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2019
Very well - the door is no longer tilting and is vertically aligned.
Handyman Connection of Orange County
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Reviewed in August 2018
Sotero contacted me promptly after my inquiry, we set up an appointment for him to assess the job, and he scheduled the removal for the next day. His crew showed up as planned and took down the two trees (a persimmon and an overgrown shrub), taking care with the surrounding roses and other...
Sotero Fernandez Tree Service
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Reviewed in June 2017
Just as planned - we were very pleased with how smoothly everything went.
PROSHRED(r) Orange County
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Reviewed in June 2014
It went very well! I had very difficult time issues to work around and they really accommodated my time constraints. Plus it was a huge job and they took care of the permit stuff and brought it to me to sign so that I could take care of everything else instead of having to go down town in the...
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Reviewed in September 2013
The first cleaning session took longer and cost more (can't recall exactly but must have been about $300), which was as expected. Each visit now runs about an hour and a half to clean approx. 2,000 sq. ft. house They have always done a very thorough job. Nothing has ever been broken or...
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Lamb Painting is a residential and commercial painting contractor providing high quality custom painting and related services to clients in the Northern Black Hills area who seek quality, value and integrity when they hire a painting contractor. We specialize in residential and commercial, custom painting. We also provide carpentry, drywall and general construction services. We’re in the business of protecting your property and the relationship we have with you. The best craftsmanship and products will be used on your project, which provides real value with a long lasting and attractive result.

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We specialize in monument cleaning and repair. We also offer many other services including various lawn care activities. In addition, we offer most other exterior cleaning. Parking lot striping, duct cleaning, mobile car wash, and more are amongst the many solutions we offer.

Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

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.

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

Minor fixes like patching leaks or repainting are DIY-friendly, but structural repairs require professional expertise.

Cold temperatures can make your deck boards contract. If they don’t contract evenly, they can put pressure on the deck screws and cause them to pop out, making a noticeable sound. Winterizing your deck can help prevent this from happening.

Regular inspections, cleaning, and sealing wood components prevent premature wear and structural damage.

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