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Trade-Worx
4.8(
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Serving Watauga, TN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Brandon showed up on time and completed the flooring in one week as was quoted installed all trim and did an excellent job. He maintained a clean work space and cleaned up daily. Very good experience"
Full view of Porch that was built.
Finished steps
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Lowest Point
Finished steps

+46

Response time5 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Holston Home
5.0(
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Serving Watauga, TN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. JONES came to our home and helped us with options on Mini Split HVAC unit for a room addition. We could not have happier with the customer service and the installation crew. He also looked at our unit for the house and gave us some future options, no high pressure sales tactics. Going to call him next year about our master bathroom remodel when we have the extra money. We are glad we found him. Give him a call you won't be disappointed."
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laundry room storage
Daikin Fit

+32

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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M Perez
4.8(
21
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Serving Watauga, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Also installed a laminate floor in a bedroom & removed popcorn ceiling texture. Excellent finished project. Reliable & dependable & very responsive to questions & communications. Donâ t hesitate to hire Perez Corp."
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+59

Response time30 mins
Response rate97%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Solid Build Construction
5.0(
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Serving Watauga, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"My basement came out great! Solid Build created beautiful storage and a relaxing space for my whole family to enjoy. Solid Build also finished ahead of schedule!"
En Suite
Kitchen and Bath
Full Renovation
Finished Basement
En Suite

+11

Response time1 day
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Huffman Construction LLC.
5.0(
6
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Serving Watauga, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Blake is an outstanding contractor!! Hard working, honest, makes great use of time, and a perfectionist! He took on every task we asked him to do, with precision! As we make another “to do” list, Blake is the only contractor we will be calling! Thank you!"
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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.

To calculate the number of linear feet of baseboard you’ll need, measure the length of each wall of the room you’re installing them in as close to the floor as possible, rounding up to the next full linear foot. If it’s your first DIY molding job, having a few extra feet on hand for miscuts is a good idea.

When building a house, it is customary to use 16d nails that measure 3 1/2 inches in length to construct the frame. These nails are crucial in providing the necessary support and stability for structural elements like joists and studs, which ensures a sturdy framework.

Framing most homes takes anywhere between five and eight weeks to complete. You’ll need to account for inclement weather conditions, material shipment times, the number of crew members, and the weight of your materials. If the weather is too hot, wet, or cold for the installation, this process could take closer to eight weeks.

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

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