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Rivera Services
4.6(
17
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Athens, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rivera Services removed our old deck and installed a new one. They were quite efficient, prompt, and professional. They charged very fair price. I highly recommend them."
Response time1 day
Response rate88%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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C&S Construction
4.3(
12
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Carpentry Framing - InstallWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Athens, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We are so happy with the installation of both bathroom tile floors and showers, as well as countertops and backsplash. They paid such attention to detail and made our bathrooms and kitchen look incredibly beautiful. They were always prompt on arrival and always left the work area clean. We recommend them highly."
Outdoor Kitchen
Tile Shower,Flooring
Dog Washing Station
Porch
Carport

+12

Response time4 hrs
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
Tony Rowland
3.9(
19
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair - For Business+4 more

Serving Athens, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"I hired Tony to help me with a number of miscellaneous jobs. He and his crew were awesome. They were so nice and friendly and were willing to do everything I asked them to do. I've already received a bid from them for additional work and will definitely use them again."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Carter Services
4.6(
15
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Athens, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"shon was extremely knowledgeable, courteous and efficient. He did a wonderful job and he steadily worked to resolve my issues. He also installed a porch light for me. I couldn’t be happier and will definitely continue to use his services."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Cortese Home Services
5.0(
2
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairCloset - Build+7 more

Serving Athens, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Cortese Home Services did an amazing job! They were professional, reliable, and paid close attention to detail from start to finish. The quality of their work really stands out, and they made the whole process smooth and stress-free. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for dependable home services!"
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Converting a carport into a garage can vary in difficulty depending on its configuration, the condition of the foundation or slab, and its location relative to the house. The process has a lot in common with a home addition, but you can often skip non-essential finishes like fine flooring, trim work, or even drywall and HVAC. The conversion requires experience with drywall, insulation, and other building materials to ensure it’s done safely and correctly. While it might be possible for a DIYer with the proper tools and skills to do the work, it is a complicated and potentially dangerous job. If you’re new to basic construction, it's best to leave this project to the professionals.

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.

Costs depend on furniture type, size, complexity, and whether additional modifications are needed.

Metal stud framing parts include the studs themselves, upper and lower tracks that act as top and bottom wall plates, various angle fasteners and clips, screws for fastening pieces togeher, metal straps, c-channel supports, and thicker steel supporting structures. Roof framing metal components include pre-fabricated trusses, heavy-gauge stud pieces, and various plates and fasteners.

When deciding whether to use nails or screws for framing, the specific needs of the project must be taken into account. Nails have long been the go-to option for framing due to their affordability, ease of installation, and ability to withstand shear forces. They are perfect for structural framing projects where fast assembly is essential. In contrast, screws offer exceptional holding power and are particularly useful in situations requiring increased strength and resistance to pull-out forces. For projects that prioritize accuracy and long-lasting quality, screws may be the preferred option, though nails remain a dependable and efficient choice.

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