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Avatar for Al's Remodel
Al's Remodel
5.0(
48
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - RepairWindow Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Lakeland, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"Very professional and pristine work. The work he did for me on my wrought iron chairs looked better than if i’d purchased them brand new. I will certainly call on him any for any work I need. Also, the price was extremely fair."
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Painting - Interior Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project

+37

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by41%of homeowners
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Garcia Home Improvements
4.9(
11
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Exterior Shutters - Repair or Restore - For Business

Serving Lakeland, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did an excellent job my wood fence was leaning they straighten it added extra posts with cement to reinforce They made my gate functional. And made a gate on the right side of home Also fixed siding on one side of home. Very respectful he let me know when he was here even though all work was outside Always on time started project earlier than was expected and completed project in 2 days. Very very satisfied and I would recommend them"
Response time5 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Skillful Hands Handyman
4.7(
13
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Lakeland, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"This is an amazing company! They were very knowledgeable on what we needed to be done. They were prompt in executing the job and we are very pleased with their work. I highly recommend their services."
Handymen Project
Handymen Project
Handymen Project
Handymen Project
Handymen Project

+20

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Calvin D. Jones Contracting and Painting
4.5(
52
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Lakeland, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Calvin was very professional and was reliable for him and/or his crew to be there at the right time. I also needed exterior wood repair (fairly extensive) and he had a carpenter to do that. I was very pleased with the process and the finished product. I will definitely hire him again!"
Response time1 day
Response rate93%
52 neighbors recently requested a quote
TECH Construction
4.7(
13
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Lakeland, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"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
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by10%of homeowners
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Hondupaint
3.9(
33
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Lakeland, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My husband and I just recently purchased a home and wanted to add our touches. We hired Alex to paint the house and paint the kitchen and bathroom cabinets. Alex did an excellent job. The cabinets came out beautiful and the paint job on the house was great. He made sure that my floors and counters were protected. He was able to finish the job within the given time frame as well. I will definitely hire Alex again for future projects!"
Painting
Painting
Painting
Painting
Painting

+164

Response time40 mins
Response rate97%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

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.

Balcony construction or replacement typically requires a building permit from your local permitting authority. Safety and building integrity are the main reasons for the need to obtain a permit and the subsequent inspections. In some cases, especially cantilevered balconies, your municipality may also require the oversight and signature of a structural engineer.

New builds, remodels, and additions often necessitate professional framing expertise.

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.

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