"Robbie did an excellent job building a us a new and beautiful deck also put in a new door for us, I would and have already recommended him. We definitely give him a 5 stars ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️"
"Mike and Sean did a great job. They were friendly, professional, and knew exactly what they were doing. I will definitely recommend them to my friends and family."
"Handywork Group was contacted to do complete interior painting and some carpentry work, their estimate was very professional and spelled out exactly what they would do with a reasonable price. They came daily worked and cleaned up every night ,the job was done on time and at the quoted price. I couldn’t be happier with their work."
"Job well done! Brian removed my old shingle roof with metal. Quality work with reasonable price. Customer service is excellent and most reliable contractor."
"Titus did an amazing job framing our upstairs, building our porch and doing our trip work. His work is truly second to none and I couldn’t recommend him enough."
"They showed up on time and worked diligently to assemble a bookcase. They were neat, tidy, and extremely professional! I highly recommend Keystone Handyman LLC for all your handyman needs!"
"Cesar, showed up immediately for 3 different jobs. Front porch roof remodeling and painting, porch floor & steps stone tiled, & deck painting. Cesar & his crew did a beautiful job on all. Exactly what I asked for and timely. I would recommend him highly! Thank you Cesar"
Removing a load-bearing wall affects the structural integrity of your home, so you’ll need a permit before starting the work. Building codes vary by municipality, and obtaining a permit and having the work inspected after completion will ensure you’re in compliance with all applicable regulations.
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.
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.
Installing an ornamental or decorative porch column takes around three to five hours. Structural columns take longer because your pro has to install a jack to hold up the roof while switching the column out. If there's any structural damage, it can add several days to the timeline to repair the damage.
Building involves setting foundation posts, framing with durable wood, adding roofing support, and protecting from elements with water-resistant finishes.
The Graysville, TN homeowners’ guide to carpentry services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
When you’re tackling a project or hiring a contractor, it’s helpful to know key carpentry terms. From end grain to dovetail joints, here’s a complete list.
While both can perform most carpentry work required for house projects, the major difference between a journeyperson vs. a master carpenter is their years of experience.
