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Rahimi Custom Construction LLC
5.0(
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Serving Kodak, TN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rahimi Custom Construction has a great professional crew. They are fast and the price is reasonable. They change my carpet stairs to oak stairs including handrails and new Balusters"
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+2

Response time2 days
37 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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3 Nails Grace Handyman Services, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Kodak, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"3 Nails Grace responded to my request quickly and completed the ramp exactly as we discussed. They communicated with me regularly about the job, returned my calls/texts immediately, and answered all my questions. The ramp is solid, sturdy, and anchored firmly to the concrete--top quality work. Every member of the crew is highly skilled, professional, and courteous. Thank you so very much!!"
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Setting Foundation

+20

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Summit Construction
5.0(
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Serving Kodak, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

"Two fine men with steady hands, Built dreams with wood and strong deck stands— Austin, with a measured eye, Andrew, lifting spirits high. They came with tools and hearts aligned, Each plank laid true, each board well-timed. With hammer’s song and sawdust rain, They raised a porch from earth again. The joists were set, the beams stood proud, A sturdy frame that spoke aloud Of craftsmanship both sure and kind— A labor shaped by heart and mind. By sunset’s glow, the work was done, A place to sit beneath the sun, Where laughter lives and peace can land— All thanks to Andrew’s, Austin’s hands. Now every nail and timber speaks Of honest work, of strong and sleek— A deck, but more: a gift well-earned, Where joy and gratitude have turned."
Response time4 days
Response rate86%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Tennessee Deck and Fence
4.9(
23
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Serving Kodak, TN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tennessee Home were very proffesional, determined what the problem was with my deck and repaired it quickly thus minimizing cost. We were very satisfied with their work!"
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Horizontal Semi Privacy
Horizontal Semi Privacy

+46

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AM’s Construction and Renovation
4.6(
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Serving Kodak, TN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Bruce responded to my request very quickly to repair a louver door. He came in about two hours after my call. He determined the problem with the door and was able to fix it. I admire his tenacity while he was working. He did an excellent job. I will definitely call him for any future needs with home improvements. Bruce is a very pleasant person to work with. Thank you. Jean Mayer"
Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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S & T Home Repairs
4.8(
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Serving Kodak, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Very pleasant and works quickly. He is very knowledgeable and reasonable. He has done so many projects for us we call him when we need something done."
small deck
Widow Replacements
Small Kitchen remodel
Flooring
Stove, Microwave, Countertops and Cabinets

+18

Response time6 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mr. Handyman of West Knoxville
4.4(
196
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Serving Kodak, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Excellent!!!! Travis Bower, Greg West, Keith Hall, and Brandon Kingore worked over several days on these projects. they were on time, efficient and professional."
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

House framing can be expensive because the materials are pricey, and the job requires a high level of expertise. The more complex the plans, the more expensive the job, but even the most basic frame needs to be installed with high-quality materials and precision. When pricing your home’s framework, remember that a sturdy frame is necessary to create a safe structure.

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.

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

An A-frame home can be cheaper to build than a traditional house, but that is not always a given. Prices can be fairly similar in some cases, depending on the location, design, and necessary site preparation. Costs for an A-frame typically run between $100 to $200 per square foot, which is comparable to the cost of a traditional home. The cost of an A-frame can come in under those numbers if you opt for a prefabricated kit.

There are a few easy ways to locate a wall stud without a stud finder. First, try knocking on the wall with your knuckles. Most parts of the wall will sound hollow, but when you tap over a stud, it will sound more solid. Alternatively, since studs are spaced 16 or 24 inches apart, you can measure those distances from a corner of the room, which will always have a stud.

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