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Ramirez Carpentry of Houston
4.7(
65
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Serving El Lago, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Ramirez built replacement raised panel shutters to match our existing exterior shutters. Used high quality wood and matched dimensions/design perfectly. Fast. Professional. A true carpenter. Would highly recommend."
TV Cabinet
Floor to ceiling cabinet, and entertainment center.
Home Office Cabinets
Home Office Cabinets
TV Cabinet

+39

Response time5 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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J & I Carpentry
4.5(
15
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Serving El Lago, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"It s amazing work I have hired many other people to do the same project but have never seen it done so good 👍😀 I highly recommend the project was extremely well done and will definitely call here again😃and They finished the work Wayyyyyy earlier than I expected and the for the price I paid it was TOP NOTCH. If you are debating weather to call I HIGHLY recommend. They are also really nice people🙂Isdrio was the best worker there really nice person and did not slack in his Project and worked real hard props to him 😃"
Bent Handrail
Bent rail upstairs balcony
Handraill
Handrail & Balusters
Bent Handrail

+53

Response time4 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Vhomes Co.
4.8(
39
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Serving El Lago, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Victor replaced rotted siding boards and painted house and trim. He also repaired wall /ceiling from attic rodent damage in a bathroom and then painted walls, ceiling and trim. Very attention to detail and cleaned up areas when done."
Patio renovation
Patio renovation
outdoor exercising bars
Fence installation
Pavers installation

+191

Response time7 hrs
Response rate97%
68 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Nail'd It Renovations
4.6(
21
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Serving El Lago, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Andy and his crew worked efficiently, completing the project on time despite bad weather. His pricing was fair and reasonable. Will recommend and collaborate with them on future projects."
Front Half of Kitchen
Second Half of Kitchen
First Half of Kitchen
bathroom
bathroom

+39

Response time1 day
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Eric's Handyman Service
4.9(
23
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Serving El Lago, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Customers say: Quick response

"My project was a rehab of my large screened porch. Involved replacing the screen and trim, and most importantly replacing/repairing some of the framing. Eric s workmanship is excellent and the porch is better now than when it was new. The trim work in particular is very well done. I highly recommend this business. Excellent value for the work."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

The primary parts of a house that need framing during construction are floors, exterior walls, interior walls, and the roof. The framing in these areas provides the skeleton for adding other materials over the top. With walls, for example, contractors can hang drywall over the interior walls and siding over the outside of the exterior walls. Proper framing ensures a sturdy house that is built to last.

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.

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.

Homeowners can increase the usefulness of their garage space in other ways, and one option is to extend the length of the garage by making it deeper. The process is similar to traditional garage extensions, but the end product is a garage with a different layout rather than additional parking spaces. 

When hanging a door frame, it’s recommended that you use screws, not nails. Screws are more secure, easier to tighten, and easier to remove if you need to adjust the frame. On average, the cost to replace a door frame is about $400, but you can save on labor costs if you’re confident in your ability to DIY the project. 

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