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Avatar for Vhomes Co.
Vhomes Co.
4.7(
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Repair+3 more

Serving Galena Park, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are getting ready to sell our house and had several items on our list. They were all done efficiently and quite satisfactorily (attic ladder, gutter downspout replacement, rotten wood, and patio cover repair). The patio cover required disassembling the metal structure, extracting damaged polycarbonate skylight panels, and replacement. Victor knew exactly how to do it and, although finding the replacement panels required more than a simple visit to the local Home Depot, Victor managed to locate the exact material and our patio cover is beautiful and light-filled again. We appreciated his work ethic so much (showed up when he said he would, worked all day, cleaned up afterwards), we added another task to wash the siding and bricks on the house and garage. I can't say enough about how pleased I am with the work he provided. You cannot go wrong hiring this pro."
Patio renovation
Patio renovation
outdoor exercising bars
Fence installation
Pavers installation

+267

Response time7 hrs
Response rate97%
68 neighbors recently requested a quote
Heavenly Cabinets and More
4.9(
31
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+9 more

Serving Galena Park, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"Hired Dennis to build and install some wooden barn doors for us and he did an amazing job. Could not be happier! Will definitely be using him for additional projects moving forward."
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
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+97

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
A & M Roofing Houston
4.8(
65
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Galena Park, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Lorenzo and Armando had great skills building my fence and the price was very reasonable. Their work was very clean and professional. My wife even asked them to clean the gutters and guess what, they did it for free. I never heard such a thing,these guys are the greatest.I would definitely recommend them two friends and family and hire them again."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate95%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Santos Creativity Staircase
4.7(
95
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Galena Park, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"First let me say that the owner is very young and has built his business by going amazing quality work. My stairs were a bit complicated, I showed Juan many pictures, and they were able to replicate exactly what I wanted. Juan and his crew were very professional and helpful. They even helped me do some sanding that I was doing. They also showed my husband the best way to build some stairs for our outside deck. Super guys, super workmanship and great price."
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+168

Response time1 day
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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STAR CREEK CONSTRUCTION
5.0(
12
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Closet - BuildInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Galena Park, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We have used them before he has very good workers they do a beautiful job . Jeremy also built our sons house about 3 yrs ago . We are always very pleased with this company."
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+11

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Begin by analyzing the blueprints and gathering the proper materials before framing a house. With the prep stages behind you, begin by framing the floor of a house on the newly set foundation. Exterior and interior walls come next, along with rough openings for doors and windows. Contractors will then add ceiling and roof rafters to finish things off. 

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

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.

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.

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. 

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