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Avatar for J&S Construction and Remodeling
J&S Construction and Remodeling
4.9(
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair - For Business+3 more

Serving Alexandria, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired them to paint some doors ..Ended up getting our whole kitchen repainted including the cabinets. He is Very Professional, the work was excellant. We could not be happier with the outcome..I fully recommend this company !!!"
Bathroom floor
Ceiling fan install
Wheel chair ramp
Wheel chair ramp
Subfloor redoing

+146

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Elevated Home Improvement
5.0(
5
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Alexandria, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

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Customers say: Quality work

"Jeff undertook a big job of removing old screening, rotten framing, replacing damaged floor, adding custom windows and installing intricate poplar shingles. Room had a high peak, so a demanding job. Looks amazing. I changed design midway and Jeff was always pleasant & agreeable to my requests. They always left the place neat and tidy at end of day. Crew were polite and friendly."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate89%
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Prime Built and Services LLC
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Alexandria, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Credit card accepted

"Gerardo was fantastic. He listened to me and detailed the repair to me. He did a wonderful job and I am very happy with the results. I didn't get a ton of quotes but the price seemed on the cheaper side as well. Hopefully I won't ever have to use them again but If I do have ceiling issues they will be getting my business."
Cabinets painting
Cabinets painting
Playset assembly
Playset assembly
Playset assembly

+21

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Sentri Homes
2.9(
47
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Alexandria, TN 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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WINDOW RESCUE CO LLC
5.0(
2
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Window Frame - Repair

Serving Alexandria, TN and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"The guys showed up on time and did a great job re-screening a very large area on my porch. They were professional and efficient and I will certainly hire them again when I need this type of service. Highly recommend!"
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Hernandez Remodeling
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Alexandria, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Family owned operated. Hernadez Remodeling 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

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.

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.

Yes, walls on the top floor can be load-bearing if stacked on the floor’s foundation.

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.

Yes, a 2x6 should hold a porch swing and safely support the load. A smaller joist runs the risk of it not offering enough support for the swing. If you have a joist smaller than 2x6, add additional bolstering support.

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