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Holston Home
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Blountville, TN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

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Emergency services offered

"Mr. JONES came to our home and helped us with options on Mini Split HVAC unit for a room addition. We could not have happier with the customer service and the installation crew. He also looked at our unit for the house and gave us some future options, no high pressure sales tactics. Going to call him next year about our master bathroom remodel when we have the extra money. We are glad we found him. Give him a call you won't be disappointed."
outdoor bar
outdoor bar
outdoor bar
laundry room storage
Daikin Fit

+32

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Solid Build Construction
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Blountville, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"My basement came out great! Solid Build created beautiful storage and a relaxing space for my whole family to enjoy. Solid Build also finished ahead of schedule!"
En Suite
Kitchen and Bath
Full Renovation
Finished Basement
En Suite

+11

Response time1 day
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Carpentry questions, 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.

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.

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.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

By careful planning and reinforcement to maintain structural integrity.

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