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Tennessee Deck and Fence
4.9(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Blaine, TN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

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Credit card accepted

"I highly recommend TN Home! Sam came to our home & gave me an estimate soon after I called. The whole team was professional & friendly from 1st contact, to office, to online friendly contract completion to job completion! They were great! Sam, Luke & whole team did a great job! Our fence looks great and is very sturdy! Cost was very reasonable!"
Deck Before
Deck After Completion
Deck After Completion
Horizontal Semi Privacy
Horizontal Semi Privacy

+46

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AM’s Construction and Renovation
4.6(
19
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Blaine, TN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Bruce responded to my request very quickly to repair a louver door. He came in about two hours after my call. He determined the problem with the door and was able to fix it. I admire his tenacity while he was working. He did an excellent job. I will definitely call him for any future needs with home improvements. Bruce is a very pleasant person to work with. Thank you. Jean Mayer"
Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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QGOTWOOD
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Blaine, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We hired Ivan to replace bent drawer slides on a large large vanity drawer. He showed up right on time twice, (we purchased the wrong size replacement slides the first time, so he had to come back a second time). The vanity drawer and original slides were problematic, so Ivan had to tweak the new set to make sure they were working properly. He stuck with it, and did a nice job! Ivan is a good communicator, and we were pleased with his work! We’ll definitely hire him again."
Front Portico
New Unfinished Portico
Door replacement
Door replacement
Door replacement

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Turner Exteriors, LLC
4.4(
112
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Blaine, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Turner Exteriors to rebuild my front porch. They exceeded all my expectations. They did everything they said they would. The porch is beautiful and is better than the original. I will hire them again."
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New roof and Gutter
Siding and Gutter
Garage Makeover
Installing Windows

+11

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
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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.

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

Converting a carport into a garage can vary in difficulty depending on its configuration, the condition of the foundation or slab, and its location relative to the house. The process has a lot in common with a home addition, but you can often skip non-essential finishes like fine flooring, trim work, or even drywall and HVAC. The conversion requires experience with drywall, insulation, and other building materials to ensure it’s done safely and correctly. While it might be possible for a DIYer with the proper tools and skills to do the work, it is a complicated and potentially dangerous job. If you’re new to basic construction, it's best to leave this project to the professionals.

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.

The cost to convert a carport into a garage averages about $22,000, ranging from about $15,000 and $55,000. Additional cost factors to consider include size, time of year, and how much of the carport you can reuse. Other cost factors include the kinds and amounts of materials used, such as:

  • Add insulation: $1 per square foot

  • Add drywall: $1–$3 per square foot

  • Add window: $450–$2,000 per window

  • Add outlets: $75–$500

  • Add garage door: $250–$11,200

  • Enclose framing: $5–$13 per square foot

  • Replace roofing: $1,000–$2,000

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