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Garcia Home Improvements
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Exterior Shutters - Repair or Restore - For Business

Serving Cordova, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

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"Yes quite prompt with first rate equipment and helpers Job done was craftsman quality.and the price was very reasonable.No complaints at all definitely would hire again"
Response time5 hrs
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Recommended by72%of homeowners
Calvin D. Jones Contracting and Painting
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Cordova, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

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"Installed crown molding in kitchen. Even though there were several plumb and level problems with wall and ceilings the highly skilled carpenter was able to work around this and finish a high quality job."
Response time1 day
Response rate93%
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TECH Construction
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Cordova, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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"A neighbor mentioned Jorge to me a while back when I was looking for someone to help with a paint job. I am so glad they did what started as a one-time project quickly turned into an ongoing relationship. Jorge has since helped me with everything from roofing and home repairs to random odd jobs I did not even know who to call for. He is reliable, kind, and takes real pride in the quality of his work. You can tell he genuinely cares, and he approaches every job with integrity and attention to detail. He communicates clearly, shows up when he says he will, and never cuts corners. Jorge is now my first call when something needs to get done around the house. I have recommended him to others more times than I can count and for good reason. He is one of those rare people you feel lucky to have on your team."
Response time1 day
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Recommended by10%of homeowners
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Hondupaint
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Cordova, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

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"Work was done professionally, no mess, very nice people. I had the bonus room and bathroom painted , popcorn ceilings removed and refinished, and natural woodwork painted. It is beautiful. I already have another job for them."
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Response time40 mins
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

Modern brick houses are really stick-built homes with a brick facade for aesthetic purposes only, so most have framing. With genuine brick construction, most homeowners install furring strips over the interior of the brick and then install drywall over those strips to cover the brick wall, so they don’t have traditional framing.

Baseboards don’t have to be nailed into studs. However, nailing them into studs adds to their stability. When studs aren’t available, you can secure them with drywall nails directly into the drywall and adhesive. Always aim to nail into studs, especially in high-traffic or impact-prone areas.

When deciding whether to use nails or screws for framing, the specific needs of the project must be taken into account. Nails have long been the go-to option for framing due to their affordability, ease of installation, and ability to withstand shear forces. They are perfect for structural framing projects where fast assembly is essential. In contrast, screws offer exceptional holding power and are particularly useful in situations requiring increased strength and resistance to pull-out forces. For projects that prioritize accuracy and long-lasting quality, screws may be the preferred option, though nails remain a dependable and efficient choice.

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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