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J & I Carpentry
4.5(
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Serving Kemah, 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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Danny Did It
4.9(
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Serving Kemah, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great job. Replaced rotted wood. Repainted trim. I am a repeat customer. Very reasonable estimate."
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+104

Response time5 hrs
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Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Vhomes Co.
4.8(
39
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Serving Kemah, 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%
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Tony's Home Repair
4.8(
28
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Serving Kemah, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I would recommend this gentleman to anyone who needs painting or repairs. My large pergola had rotten wood that he repaired and replaced. It was full of mold and mildew, and he power washed it. He stained it twice. It looks wonderful. He was always on time and worked tirelessly to complete the job."
Response time8 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Pernal Handyman Services LLC
5.0(
51
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Serving Kemah, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jeff and his coworker completed three projects. They showed up on time and were professional, prepared and polite. The work was well done, efficiently and in a timely manner and the cost was fair and reasonable."
Kitchen Lighting Install
Wall Decor Install
Fire Place Tile Install
Response time7 hrs
Response rate90%
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Acuna Paint, Pressure Washing, and Home Repair
4.8(
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Serving Kemah, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Very professional and helpful. His work was satisfactory. Repaired old exterior doors frames and threshold. Put up grab bars and replaced floors vinyl in laundry room. Gave good suggestions for us to stay within our budget. Will hire again for another project."
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pressure wash parking area

+53

Response time3 hrs
Response rate98%
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Wilder Construction
4.4(
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Serving Kemah, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2003

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"I was so impressed with their work that I will hire them again to build a deck in my backyard."
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+69

Response time5 hrs
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

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. 

Removing a load-bearing wall affects the structural integrity of your home, so you’ll need a permit before starting the work. Building codes vary by municipality, and obtaining a permit and having the work inspected after completion will ensure you’re in compliance with all applicable regulations.

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