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Bankard Services
5.0(
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Serving Athens, TX and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Maintenance professional with 20+ years of experience in mechanical systems, troubleshooting, and repair. I specialize in home repairs, fixture installs, drywall patching, and custom solutions—including welding and light fabrication. I take pride in clean, reliable work and showing up on time.\n\nI’m especially good at solving problems other contractors can’t or won’t take on. Whether it’s a small repair or a list of projects, I focus on getting it done right the first time. No sewer or major plumbing work.

Metal Fabrication
Metal Fabrication
Metal Fabrication
Metal Fabrication
Metal Fabrication

+10

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Owens Painting & Remodeling
4.6(
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Serving Athens, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I enjoyed working with them. They ended up moving our appointment earlier, but were still mindful to do the project under favorable weather. Communicated well throughout the process. It was maybe a tad expensive for the square footage involved, but worth it to know they did a good job."
Quilting room
Newcastle project
Newcastle project
Newcastle project
Brownsboro TX project

+10

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Roden's Painting
4.2(
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Serving Athens, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"This company is VERY professional and true to their word. They painted the whole interior of my house, applied texture and stained my decks. I would hire them to do any work they say they are capable of."
Response time2 days
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Carter Services
4.6(
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Serving Athens, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"He called to let us know he was on his way and arrived when he said he would. He diagnosed the problem quickly and did the needed repair. He also took an extra minute to make one additional unrelated small repair. He also looked at a third issue and gave his opinion about the needed repair. He was very professional and we would certainly use him again."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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All In One Contracting
4.5(
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Serving Athens, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"These professionals were customer focused and dependable. If they were running a few minutes late they contacted me. They worked so hard at making the serious repairs I needed done on removing rotten wood on my porch and had to jack up a couple of columns and replace the flooring under them. They did a great job and they were very reasonable on the price. They will do all my future work. V Howard, kemp, texas"
Response time1 day
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Cortese Home Services
5.0(
2
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Serving Athens, TX and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"All aspects of this contractor’s work exceeded my expectations. There are not many contractors that I would recommend to my family members but I most definitely would recommend Cortese Home Services to my friends and family. The quality of work was excellent. Punctuality was excellent. Communication was excellent. Price charged for the work was excellent. Work experience is excellent. I will definitely keep this contractor in mind for future projects."
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

The cost to install a bow window can range from $1,500 to $15,000, with a national average of $3,900. The total price includes materials, which can cost between $1,200 and over $14,000, and labor, which typically adds $300 to $1,900. Several factors influence the final cost, including the window's size and frame material. For example, vinyl frames are the most budget-friendly option, while wood frames are more expensive. Custom features or energy-efficient upgrades will also increase the price. For comparison, a bay window installation typically costs between $1,000 and $7,000.

By careful planning and reinforcement to maintain structural integrity.

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.

Baseboards don’t have to be nailed into studs. However, nailing them into studs adds to their stability. When studs aren’t available, you can secure them with drywall nails directly into the drywall and adhesive. Always aim to nail into studs, especially in high-traffic or impact-prone areas.

Enhances property value, ensures safety, and provides a sound basis for future construction.

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