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Carrier Carpentry
4.9(
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Prairie View, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"John and Tammy are awesome ! They worked with my wife and I on cost and ideas for constructing a large patio and deck. John came out and was courteous, punctual and an all around pleasure to have on our property building this large structure. The job was don't in a timely manner and John worked alone on the project 90% of the time. We were very pleased with the finished product and would used Carrier Carpentry again. You wont be disappointed using this company !!! Thanks Carrier Carpentry for the awesome addition to the backyard."
DECK PATTERN
Dock
Deck with Bench Seating Area
Wet Bar Barn Saloon Patio
Round & Square decks joined by bridge w/seatin

+8

Response time4 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
A & M Roofing Houston
4.8(
65
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Prairie View, 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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J&D Woodwork
4.9(
27
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+9 more

Serving Prairie View, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 1991

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired them to build me a cedar awning on the back patio door. They did a real nice job. I had an idea of how I wanted it and they delivered 100%! Usually I don't do reviews like these but they do deserve it. They stained the awning and also installed the shingles to match my home."
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+61

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arenas Wood Works
5.0(
16
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallFurniture - Build CustomInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Prairie View, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

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Emergency services offered

"As a contractor (but not in the trades) I’m often on the receiving end of tight budgets, rushed timelines, and high expectations/standards from my clients. Henry excels at balancing all three of those, especially for doing such sensitive work like inside someone else’s home. I will be calling him for any woodworking moving forward."
French Door Install
Window Casing and Trim
Wainscott
Crown molding install
Pantry

+36

Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by46%of homeowners
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McGowan Remodeling LLC
4.8(
29
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Prairie View, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I've been using this company for quite some time. He last installed a door for me that I purchased from Lowe's. Working with this company is very good. I've always been satisfied with his work, and I have other projects I'll have him work on in the future. Great company."
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+10

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Master John's Custom Cabinetry Shoppe
4.9(
19
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Closet - BuildDeck or Porch - RepairFurniture - Build Custom+2 more

Serving Prairie View, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 1993

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"John's work is top quality. He is a gifted craftsman and artist. He did a huge project for me of fine, detailed carpentry and everything was impeccably finished. I would recommend his work to anyone. He is very trustworthy, will go above and beyond to make you happy, and is reliable and professional. If he is busy, he is worth the wait if you want no problems, quality work, and a great finished product."
 free standing vanity
 korean aniversary box
mahogany computer desk
 curved end caps
start of project

+521

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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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 Prairie View, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Bump-out additions can extend anywhere from 2 to 15 feet from an existing room. The right size will depend on how you plan to use the new space. For a cantilever bump-out, which doesn't require additional foundation support, the limit is typically 24 inches (2 feet). If a footing and foundation are part of the project, a bump-out can be much larger, even encompassing a whole room. It's also important to remember that many residential properties have limits on the total house size relative to the lot size.

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

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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