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Avatar for Desotos On Call Handyman
Desotos On Call Handyman
4.3(
20
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Oakland, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"I had the team do some work for me a few months ago and they did superior work. This job was an exterior job. The estimate that was quoted was fair and they beat the timeliness as well. There were no issues with the work and they even pointed out some quality things that I overlooked. They will be my contractors moving forward on ANY job."
Bathroom Remodel
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Patio and carport with gable

+130

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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S & M Customs
4.4(
148
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Oakland, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My room addition looks AWESOME thanks to Matt Page and Heather of S&M Customs. It was a pleasure working with them because they were professional, knowledgeable, helpful, timely, thorough, affordable and likable. I could have never imagined how beautiful my room addition would turn out. I definitely plan to utilize the services of Matt Page for future projects!! Thanks guys!!!"
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4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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CMT Construction LLC
5.0(
2
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Oakland, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Welcome to CMT Construction: Building Dreams, One Home at a Time!\nAt CMT Construction, our mission goes beyond construction and remodeling; we’re in the business of turning your household dreams into reality. As a premier remodeling contractor based in Moscow, TN, we pride ourselves on our ability to provide comprehensive services that cover every aspect of home remodeling and construction. From initial concept to completion, we’re dedicated to delivering quality workmanship and outstanding customer service for our clients in Tennessee and Mississippi.

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+45

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Davis Residential Contractor
5.0(
10
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Oakland, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The company was professional, service was timely. The owner called me that day and sent a tech out the same day to get my project done. It turned out really nice. Will definitely use the company again for future projects!"
Stairwell
Unfinished stairwell
Finished stair treads installed
Custom banister
Before attic space

+26

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Designer Baths of Memphis
5.0(
8
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Oakland, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did an excellent job with our lighting project! They were always available for questions and did the work on time! The finished project was beautiful! I would definitely hire them again and recommend to anyone!"
Bathroom Shower and floor remodel
Bathroom
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Kitchen

+55

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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

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.

It's possible to turn your carport into a living space, but there are additional factors to address over turning it into a garage. HVAC, plumbing, and electricity won't be optional, and you'll need finished flooring, drywall, trim work, and legal ceiling height, for starters. Also, keep in mind that living space conversions may require upgrading the foundation underneath, and the permits might be more expensive as well.

When choosing a drywall anchor, consider the weight of the object you're hanging and how much weight the anchor will need to support. The heavier the weight, the stronger the anchor you'll need. You’ll find the weight capacity on the packaging when shopping for anchors. 

Also, remember that you can use more than one anchor when hanging something on the wall. If you're using multiple anchors, divide the object weight by the number of anchors to determine how much each will need to support. If you need help deciding which drywall anchor to use, you can hire a handyperson to hang your objects. 

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.

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