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Avatar for Guys Unlimited 4 Rent
Guys Unlimited 4 Rent
4.9(
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Closet - Build

Serving San Antonio, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

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Warranties offered

"Joseluis and Hector did a great job contacting us and determined our needs quickly. Hector ran the phenomenal work crew who were very efficient and professional. The build went quickly and is amazing. Highly recommended this company for any of your home improvement needs. They will remain at the top of the list for our future projects."
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
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Additional Photos

+91

Response time9 hrs
Response rate99%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Creative Remodeling and Home Restoration
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Closet - BuildInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving San Antonio, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

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"Marvin did a fantastic job... All work performed as requested and envisioned, which was painting with accent trim on arches and other selected areas. If there was one downside, it would be the project time was underestimated... but believe this project will help him better estimate time requirements."
Tracy M Bath remodel
John W. Job # 1
Tracy M. Bath remodel
Sharon E.
John O.

+199

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Alamo City Carpentry & Handyman Service
5.0(
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving San Antonio, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very professional and takes pride in his work. I was shocked he cleaned up after himself other contractors I had in my house did not. He is always on time. Takes extreme care to ensure my other household goods and flooring was cover. He is a master carpenter I have referred him to my neighbors. He is my go to man because I know I will get quality work at reasonable prices"
Bath crown install
Closet shelving
Ceiling faux beams
grid wall
door install

+3

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Woodtop Co.
5.0(
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving San Antonio, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have hired Joe from Woodtop to do a handful of projects around my house by now. Nobody can compare to the quality he delivers at a great price! I will continue to use Joe for all of my carpentry needs!"
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+1

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, walls on the top floor can be load-bearing if stacked on the floor’s foundation.

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.

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. 

While some highly experienced homeowners can frame a house independently, it is not advisable. You will need ample carpentry experience, a team of helpers, and professionals to sign off on your work to meet local building codes. For the safest outcome, we recommend buying or building a house with the guidance of professionals.

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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