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Avatar for 3 Nails Grace Handyman Services, LLC
3 Nails Grace Handyman Services, LLC
4.9(
21
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Serving Rutledge, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They did deck, installed door put new fence up did staining, oh they actually installed 2 doors they did alot intact I'm getting them to do more work for me and my son is going to get them to do work forhim."
Completed Porch
Completed Porch
Completed Porch
Porch
Setting Foundation

+20

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AM’s Construction and Renovation
4.6(
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Serving Rutledge, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"He got the job done so I could get my fence back up. We (our dogs included) are very happy with the work he's done. I would hire him again, if needed."
Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ace's Home Improvement and More
5.0(
7
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Serving Rutledge, TN and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Excellent job! Professionally done and very efficient. Job involved removal of several very large shrubs and overgrown ivy. Very fair price for first-rate work. Excellent communication in scheduling the work, and showed up as promised. Highly recommended!"
6x6 post replacement
Handymen Project
6x6 post replacement
Handymen Project
Handymen Project

+6

Response time8 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Turner Exteriors, LLC
4.4(
112
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Serving Rutledge, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Turner Exteriors to rebuild my front porch. They exceeded all my expectations. They did everything they said they would. The porch is beautiful and is better than the original. I will hire them again."
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New roof and Gutter
Siding and Gutter
Garage Makeover
Installing Windows

+11

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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S & S Construction
5.0(
4
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Serving Rutledge, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Needed chain link fence relocated and repaired. Very good job done. I’m very pleased and guys were very nice and friendly!"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate93%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Apex Construction and Landscaping, LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Rutledge, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Apex Construction and Landscaping does excellent work. Our porch desperately needed repair. They not only built a sturdy porch, but the attention to detail resulted in a beautiful porch that we will enjoy all year long."
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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J and D Construction
4.3(
55
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Serving Rutledge, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jose is a very knowledgeable man. He and his staff did a great job on the replacement of our homes asphalt roof. I highly recommend!"
New Shingle Roof
New Shingle Roof
New Shingle Roof
New Shingle Roof
New Shingle Roof

+13

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rocky Top Home Solutions
4.5(
8
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Serving Rutledge, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Customers say: True professional

"Austin and Andrew are great. They arrived on time and finished the job in the time frame that was told to me. And they cleaned up! Will definitely hire them again ð"
Response time1 day
Response rate94%
43 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.

One of the most common house framing basics for decades has been using wood for the framing work. However, some framing contractors now suggest using steel frames. Steel is lightweight, resistant to fire, and resistant to moisture, all of which are areas where wood framing could cause problems. However, steel framing is more expensive than wood and limits your ability to insulate the home.

You can enclose an open carport, however, there are several things to consider before opting to do so. You'll want to check local building codes and permit requirements before proceeding to make sure it’s legal. While you can sometimes stick-frame a carport enclosure, pre-fab kits are also available. Remember that you'll likely need to meet concrete slab regulations and provide lighting inside the structure. Both of which could substantially drive up costs.

If you remove a load-bearing wall to create an entrance to a carport or covered patio, you can expect to pay between $3,200 and $9,500, with an average cost of $6,400. Factors such as the type of addition and if that area needs additional work will add to the price.

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.

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