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Carrate Landscaping, LLC
4.6(
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Serving Manchaca, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

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"Professional & personable ; fence repaired expeditiously by Carrate Landscapingâ ¦.will definitely recommend to family, neighbors, and friends"
Flower bed
Flower bed
Stone patio
Flower beds
Stone outdoor kitchen

+11

Response time5 hrs
Response rate98%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AAA Roofing and Construction
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Serving Manchaca, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

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"In addition to the roof repair, AA reinstalled 2 lightning rods on the roof. They also replaced rotted wood on three dormers and the hips on the upper balcony with Hardi-plank and painted them. Installed some new flashing as well. When I requested a quote, David responded quickly and was right on time for the first visit. Luis headed up the work and he and his crew were professional and fast. I would (will) hire these guys in a minute,"
Austin Metal Roof
Metal Roof
Metal Roof
Metal Roof
Austin Metal Roof

+20

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Total Glassworks, LLC
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Serving Manchaca, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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"Gary and his team were easy to work with. There were a few hiccups with ordering the materials but they came through and I'm happy with their service."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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ATX Decorating
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Serving Manchaca, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

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"Miguel had great customer service and did even better work. He arrived right on time, did a great job doing drywall repair for multiple rooms, and even painted an additional section that I hadn't even thought to ask. 10/10 would recommend."
Remodeling
Bathroom remodeling
Bathroom remodeling
Bathroom remodeling
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+21

Response time2 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Integrated Outdoor Designs, LLC
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Serving Manchaca, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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"Integrated Outdoor Design were able to build a deck that I wanted for my small yard. Robert came to take the measurements and listened to what I wanted. The deck is good quality and I love it. Chris, Mike and Robert were a pleasure to work with. I would definitely recommend Integrated Outdoor Design."
Arbors / Pergolas
Arbors / Pergolas
Arbors / Pergolas
Arbors / Pergolas
Arbors / Pergolas

+56

Response time8 hrs
Response rate96%
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

The best way to calculate framing costs is by basing your costs on the square footage of your home. On average, framing your home could cost anywhere between $7 and $16 per square foot. 

To ensure you don’t go over budget, base your estimates on the higher end of the price range. If you know you’re going to use high-end materials or require a custom or complex build, you might even want to tack on an additional 5% of your budget.

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. 

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.

Joists do distribute their load to beams, but they don’t sit on top of the beams. Instead, home builders nail or screw the joists directly to the beams such that the end of the joist butts up against the edge of the beam. Beams can sit on other beams for support, but you’ll never see a joist sitting on top of a beam or another joist.

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. 

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