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Avatar for Blair's Handyman Service
Blair's Handyman Service
4.9(
45
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Serving Columbia, TN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I was very satisfied. Repaired a gutter down spout, a plastic exhaust fan cover and caulked and painted 9 support columns. All jobs we perfect. I plan to use Keith and for another project!"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate98%
41 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Southern Decks
5.0(
28
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Serving Columbia, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Southern Decks was an absolute joy to work with! They are professional, timely, communicative and above all, do excellent work. I know who I will be using for all of my future deck builds. Thank you Frank, Marlon and the rest of your crew!"
Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Southern Belle Construction, LLC
5.0(
24
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Serving Columbia, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had an amazing experience with Mary and her team. She was fair and true to her word. I would highly recommend Southern Belle for any sort of home build or project."
Detached garage
Detached garage
Detached garage
Brick fireplace!
Tapered columns

+30

Response time1 day
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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All Access Home Pros, LLC
5.0(
18
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Serving Columbia, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Allen made my house look amazing. We had some rotting wood posts on the porch, and as he got into the work, it was worse than we thought. Since some of the damage was on the porch roof, he took photos of the damage and of the repairs step by step so we knew exactly what he was doing. He did some exterior painting and pressure washing as well. We have a LOT of concrete and it was a BIG undertaking! Since it had not been washed in over a decade, I wondered if it could even look any better. Allen got our driveway cleaner than I imagined, my porch and exterior painting look AMAZING , and he did everything in a timely manner. He was punctual and professional, and he worked long hours in the scorching heat to get the job done. I highly recommend him!"
Bedroom renovation
Bedroom renovation
Bedroom renovation
Bedroom renovation
Bedroom renovation

+8

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hickman Handywork
4.7(
35
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Serving Columbia, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"He came and estimated the repair. He started on Friday and had it repaired by Saturday afternoon. He demonstrated very professional quality in the repair. He recommended that I waited least a month before i stain and sealed the deck repairs."
Response time7 hrs
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Fred Oakley Construction Co.
5.0(
18
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Serving Columbia, TN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Fred was outstanding. We started our home renovation by converting part of a bonus room into a bedroom with 2 closets. Then, he converted a storage closet into a full bathroom by bringing plumbing up into our top floor. We were so pleased with that project, we asked him to do a complete kitchen remodel and replaced the floors in our first floor. Fred was efficient and affordable. His work turned out great and he offered expertise and knowledge along the way to make sure we were happy with the finished product. Our family feels like we have a brand new home thanks to Fred!"
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Additional Photos

+104

Response time10 mins
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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STL Woodworking
5.0(
8
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Serving Columbia, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"STL Woodworking does AMAZING work. Greg is great to work with and always delivers an amazing product. I would absolutely recommend using STL Woodworking!"
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Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

Homeowners can increase the usefulness of their garage space in other ways, and one option is to extend the length of the garage by making it deeper. The process is similar to traditional garage extensions, but the end product is a garage with a different layout rather than additional parking spaces. 

While it is possible to build a wooden carport yourself, especially if you are skilled in carpentry, professional construction is recommended. Professionals ensure structural integrity, proper anchoring, correct alignment, and the use of quality materials for a stable and durable result.

While some highly experienced homeowners can frame a house independently, it is not advisable. You will need ample carpentry experience, a team of helpers, and professionals to sign off on your work to meet local building codes. For the safest outcome, we recommend buying or building a house with the guidance of professionals.

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.

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