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Avatar for G&B Carpentry
G&B Carpentry
4.4(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Forest Hills, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I was very pleased with G&B carpentry, very professional, work completed as promised. Kitchen looks amazing, the detail of the ceilings is my favorite part. I would definitely hire G&B again for my next home improvement project!"
Bathroom Transformation
Bathroom Transformation
Bathroom Transformation
Bathroom Transformation
Bathroom Transformation

+171

Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Golden Rule Carpentry
4.4(
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+5 more

Serving Forest Hills, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jason was fabulous to work with. His pricing was well under some of the General Contractor’s I found. His work was impeccable no problems with it. He’s also worked on my deck, building a firewood stand, fixing fences, and general maintenance around my house for several years now. Can’t go wrong with Jason!"
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+8

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Corey's Home Improvement
4.9(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Forest Hills, TN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I give Corey high marks. He communicated the date and time he would perform the work. He arrived on time and promptly went to work accomplishing the tasks described in his proposal. The job was accomplished in an efficient and quality oriented manner. I would, and have, recommend Corey to others and will call him again for home repair tasks."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate97%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Liotta's Handyman
4.8(
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair - For Business

Serving Forest Hills, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With over 20 years of experience in the industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Liotta's Handyman a call today, we look forward to working with you!

ORIGINAL PORCH
ORIGINAL PORCH
ORIGINAL PORCH
ORIGINAL PORCH
ORIGINAL PORCH

+343

Response time5 hrs
Response rate87%
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Bump-out additions can extend anywhere from 2 to 15 feet from an existing room. The right size will depend on how you plan to use the new space. For a cantilever bump-out, which doesn't require additional foundation support, the limit is typically 24 inches (2 feet). If a footing and foundation are part of the project, a bump-out can be much larger, even encompassing a whole room. It's also important to remember that many residential properties have limits on the total house size relative to the lot size.

Framing a basement takes three to five days, on average, when completed by a professional, though it may take longer for a larger space. Keep in mind this doesn’t include the time to complete the design, obtain permits, and install the drywall on the framing. On average, fully finishing a basement takes an average of 45 days.

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.

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

Professionals charge between $60 and $95 per hour to install ornamental porch columns. The amount of time they need varies based on the condition of the porch, whether they need to remove old columns, and if there is any damage to your porch's structure. This cost can increase if more issues come up during the installation process.

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