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Avatar for G&B Carpentry
G&B Carpentry
4.4(
461
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Smyrna, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I was very pleased with G&B carpentry, very professional, work completed as promised. Kitchen looks amazing, the detail of the ceilings is my favorite part. I would definitely hire G&B again for my next home improvement project!"
Bathroom Transformation
Bathroom Transformation
Bathroom Transformation
Bathroom Transformation
Bathroom Transformation

+171

Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for MJ Remodeling & Carpentry
MJ Remodeling & Carpentry
4.8(
39
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Deck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Smyrna, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Moses was great! He exceeded my expectations in staining and sealing my deck. Shows up when he says he will. He offered to do additional touch ups at not additional charge. It's great to have someone with that kind of work ethic. I highly recommend MJ Remodeling and Carpentry. He also knows a lot of other highly qualified handyman if you have something around the house that needs a qualified handyman. His prices are very reasonable."
18x24 New Deck
18x24 New Deck
Home exterior
Interior bathroom
Door addition to home

+29

Response time8 hrs
Response rate91%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Southern Decks
5.0(
28
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Smyrna, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"This company was so fast to get me a quote. Communicated throughout the entire process but most of all did a GREAT job. They came back a second time to repair the fence doors as well. I wish I had contracted them initially to install the fence around my property! Thank you to the team!"
Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Mid TN Contractors
Mid TN Contractors
5.0(
23
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Closet - BuildDeck or Porch - RepairExterior Shutters - Repair or Restore+1 more

Serving Smyrna, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quality work

"I have the highest respect and recommendation for Tom Dixon. My ornate wooden fence was damaged by an uninsured motorist. I gave the number of the uninsured motorist to Tom, so he could explain his materials and labor estimate in detail. Tom came out, made the repairs/replacements and matched the curved and scalloped top on my fence as well as matching the junction to my neighbors fence. His high quality work has my fence looking like new. Tom was so patient with this motorist, making many calls and informing them of the project status. He actually received his full payment from that motorist!! I was so impressed that a Contractor would even make that effort, let alone succeed. Tom Dixon with Mid TN Contractors went far above and beyond what I expected and I highly recommend them!"
SOUND PANELS FOR STUDIO
FRAME WITH MUSLIN BACKING
FRAMES PAINTED ON THE LEFT TO MATCH CORE MATERIAL
FINISHED PANEL ON LEFT
FLOOR SUPPORTS

+8

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Southern Belle Construction, LLC
5.0(
24
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Smyrna, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Responsive, communicative, helpful team! Wr enjoyed working with Collin and Mary. The sunroom looks great! SBC wasnâ t the cheapest, but you get what you pay for, and we wanted someone whoâ d do a nice job. They did! I wish the crews wouldâ ve cleaned up after themselves more (trash; caulk on windows), but that seems to happen with every home project. Will hire SBC again for future house projects."
Detached garage
Detached garage
Detached garage
Brick fireplace!
Tapered columns

+30

Response time1 day
43 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
House Doctor
4.9(
18
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Smyrna, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jason did an excellent job on tearing down our 25 year old deck and building a larger us a larger one. The quality of his work is very high and had support under our deck not on the old one. He built special low rise steps for my wife since she is very short. He informed us of everything he was doing and let us know on rainy days when he could not be here. I would recommend him on his quality alone but he adds to this with his work ethic."
Response time10 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Hickman Handywork
Hickman Handywork
4.7(
35
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Smyrna, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Thomas was skilled in workmanship,professionalism, patient , and very respectful. Willing to do everything I asked and cleaned up after each project. Each job was great and I will highly recommend to all my friends! He repair and replace vents in outside brick exterior,painted my mailbox, recemented a brick keystone, replaced weatherstripping, door thresholds, and even hung a picture for me. 5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️"
Response time7 hrs
Response rate89%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Surv Nashville
5.0(
14
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Deck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Smyrna, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Surv reached out to me withing hours of the request. Very organized and gave me a detailed written estimate based on pictures I sent. Handyman was schedule and arrived on the time the next morning. Did a great job."
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Old Lattice
Finishing Touches

+37

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
98 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.

When hanging a door frame, it’s recommended that you use screws, not nails. Screws are more secure, easier to tighten, and easier to remove if you need to adjust the frame. On average, the cost to replace a door frame is about $400, but you can save on labor costs if you’re confident in your ability to DIY the project. 

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

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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