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Keyner Construction
5.0(
9
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Canyon, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"He has done multiple projects for us and am very pleased with his work. He always explains what is going to happen. He warrants his work and will come back at charge if something is wrong. No contractors have been as thorough or as interested in what I needed. He really listens to what I'm asking for."
Childress, TX Renovation
Childress, TX Renovation
Childress, TX Renovation
Childress, TX Renovation
Childress, TX Renovation

+94

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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MJL Remodeling
4.7(
35
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Canyon, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mark and his crew were so helpful, knowledgeable, cleaned up after all their work, I would recommend this company as first rate, I plan on having them come back and do other projects. I called one day he stopped by immediately and had the work completed with in a couple days. Pricing was right."
Charles Ave Restoration
Charles Ave Restoration
Charles Ave Restoration
Charles Ave Restoration
Charles Ave Restoration

+7

Response time3 days
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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The Basement Kings
4.8(
16
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Canyon, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Willie and his team did fantastic work. After contacting numerous other "foundation experts", Willie provided the best plan and backed it up with his overall knowledge and certification/training in basement/foundation repair. He and his team do great work and take no short-cuts when it comes to the overall quality of the work. He also was very flexible when other requests were made and he gladly accommodated. He has a passion for his business, customers and takes great pride in his work. The basement and porch are now fixed and look great. Best of all is that we have confidence the work performed will last."
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Benjamin Thomas Building & Remodeling
5.0(
7
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Canyon, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The people here are truly wonderful. They listened to my needs and gave me a fair price. I am so happy with their professionalism and their care on my home's project that I would call them again in an instant for future work needing to be done. This company is one I feel you can really trust and to me that's priceless."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Lifetime Roofing & Construction
5.0(
21
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Canyon, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Danny with Lifetime Roofing & Construction has a very professional crew. They were in and out in one day so we didn't have to deal with many disruptions or any loud noises. They did great. I'd recommend them for any roofing, remodeling, or construction job you have."
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

Building involves setting foundation posts, framing with durable wood, adding roofing support, and protecting from elements with water-resistant finishes.

Learning how to frame a house includes picking the right lumber for the job. Most people will want to pick pine, spruce, or fir for the framing. These types of lumber are affordable and produce sturdy framing for structures. Look for kiln-dried lumber to reduce the risk of shrinkage or insect damage after installation. As part of what’s included in framing a house when you hire a professional, the contractor should order the lumber, so you don’t have to worry about finding the right lumber.

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

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