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S&L Roofing and Construction
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Carthage, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Scott was a pleasure to work with. Our Insurance company tried to give us very little and our roof had damage. Scott worked for weeks with Insurance adjuster to get us brand new roof. His team was polite, did amazing work and left home clean when done. Highly recommended Scott and his Team."
2705 Royal Drive
2705 Royal Drive
2705 Royal Drive
2705 Royal Drive
2705 Royal Drive

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14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Mass Construction
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Carthage, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"All the work was done in a timely professional manner. The work was completed close to the time promised, despite the weather being cold, rainy and snowy. Steve and the crew were neat, cleaning up after themselves every day. Stuck to the original estimate."
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Tornado Shelter Entrance 2
Tornado Shelter Air Vent
Tornado Shelter Cedar Furniture
Tornado Shelter Ceiling

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Response time1 day
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Benjamin Thomas Building & Remodeling
5.0(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Carthage, 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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Homemade Design
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Carthage, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"I feel extremely fortunate to have found Vicki through Angie's List !  She is an extremely talented person who is very easy to deal with. She has a breath of knowledge that allows her to accommodate my tastes, but also ensure that the overall design is in sync with the design and location of my home.  She has  a very diplomatic way of suggesting when I'm going astray with my choices and in every case where she has told me "Trust Me"  I have been delighted ! She is very aggressive in helping me find the best pricing and often times will work with the vendors directly  hence saving me the time.  She also has excellent local contacts.  Everyone I've worked with through Vicki has been timely, professional, and highly competent.
My project is far from complete.  I intend to continue to use Vicki and her expert advice until the end !!!!"
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Framing with metal studs can be significantly faster than using wooden studs, provided you have some experience working with the material. While you can use virtually instant pneumatic nailers with wood, metal requires installing screws. However, because metal is lighter, straighter, usually comes cut-to-length, and doesn't require sorting for the best pieces, you can save significant time using metal instead of wood.

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

Most of the time, you’ll want to use screws on your subfloor rather than nails. Nails can actually weaken plywood, whereas screws can easily penetrate without damage. They also form a more secure connection because of their shape, preventing squeaky floors and tightly holding the subfloor in place. That said, some contractors do prefer nails depending on the type of floor covering because they allow for more flexibility.

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.

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.

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