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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

Specializing in custom carpentry, drywall repairs and painting. \n Your complete SATISFACTION is very important to us. We pride ourselves on TOP QUALITY WORK. while delivering OUTSTANDING CUSTOMER SERVICE! \n CALL or CLICK to schedule a FREE estimate TODAY

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
Maqueda Carpentry
5.0(
4
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Lakeland, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

"I must say…from start to finish I was thoroughly pleased with how the job turned out. Marqueda Carpentry arrived before time to start. They tore down the old stairs to my deck and went to work on the new deck stairs. I love the finished product and will be hiring them to replace the old staining on my deck. They are punctual, takes pride in their work and they are reasonably priced. If you hire them, you will not be disappointed."
My work
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+2

Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Handymane
5.0(
46
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Lakeland, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

20+ years of experience! If I say I can fix it, I can fix it!\n\nSundays we are available only for *emergency services*\n\nHot water heaters, Drain cleaning/snaking, House/Apt inspection preparation, Leaky sink repair, Ceiling fan/light fixture install, Garbage disposer fixes, Toilet repairs/install, Clean ups/\nClean outs, Door lock install/repair/adjustments, Light carpentry, Light electrical, Light plumbing, Electric stove repair, Drywall, Drywall patch, Painting, Tub/bath/kitchen cartridge/stem replacement, Baseboards, TV mounting, Shelves/pictures/mirror hanging, Woodwork assembly, Caulk removal/recaulk, \nSome floor and flooring\n\nIf I say I can fix it, I can fix it!\nSundays we are available only for *emergency services*

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+5

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by15%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

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time5 hrs
10 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

We specialize in TV mounting, picture/art hanging, furniture assembly, installing ceiling fans, pressure washing and other small home repairs. We have been in business for 10 years. We are trustworthy and we know having a stranger come into your home can be scary. So we will let you know what time we will be there. Our goal is to provide great customer service. \n

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%
54 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Madhatter Home Service
5.0(
13
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Deck or Porch - RepairExterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

Serving Lakeland, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"The installer was very professional and a problem solver. I had a microwave that needed replacing but the model was no longer available. The replacement frame didn’t fit perfectly, however the Gaston worked his magic. Installation was perfect…cosmetically and functionally!"
9 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

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!\ns.

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
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Painting

+164

Response time40 mins
Response rate97%
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

It’s best to use two screws to secure deck boards into every joist. Securing the boards to every joist makes the deck more structurally sound, while using two screws on the outer sides of the boards can help prevent warping and cupping.

Most Cape Cod houses are two stories tall at the peak, although they’re considered one-and-a-half stories tall because the steep roof pitch cuts off a portion of the living space on the second story. Unless you raise the roof on your Cape Cod house to add a dormer, the interior rooms upstairs will lose some usable living space to the sloped ceilings.

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.

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