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Carpenters on Call
4.3(
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Serving San Marcos, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had a window casing and framing project on our new construction home. From the first phone call, Gary had the vision of what we wanted. He was a great partner in this project. We were completely comfortable with him in our home. He did what he said he would do, when he said he'd do it (which is rare enough) but he brings the eye of an artist to the work. I feel like I can't recommend him highly enough. Just fantastic work. Happy to have the project done but almost hate to see him go. 😁"
Closet Build - Before
Closet Build - After
Bathroom Upgrade
Bathroom Upgrade
Baseboard - Bull nose Trim

+35

Response time1 day
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Cap Construction and Handyman Services
5.0(
19
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Serving San Marcos, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Chris was a lifesaver! After a previous plumber ghosted us mid-job on a faucet replacement—leaving us without running water—Chris stepped in and saved the day. He was super attentive, professional, and knew exactly what needed to be done to fix the mess. Thanks to his expertise, our water is running perfectly again. Highly recommend Chris for any plumbing needs—reliable, skilled, and won’t leave you high and dry!"
Kitchen nook remodel
Kitchen nook remodel
Storage Tote organizers
Storage Tote organizers
Storage Tote organizers

+11

Response time2 hrs
Response rate94%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Handyman on The Hill
4.9(
27
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Serving San Marcos, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mr. Hill was friendly, professional and detail-oriented when he replaced an attic ladder at our house. He even let my teenager help hang the new door! Would recommend him."
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Just In Time Handyman Services
4.9(
25
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Serving San Marcos, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Justin is a very nice, polite man and works very hard and very quickly. You definitely get your money's worth from Justin. Hire him! You won't be disappointed!"
Built deck stairs
Installed flower bed and plants!!
Pavers and step install
Todd whited
Todd whited

+15

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Integrated Outdoor Designs, LLC
4.6(
45
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Serving San Marcos, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"From the moment of our first contact with Integrated Outdoor Designs to the completion of a complicated project, three months later, everything was handled seamlessly with great professionalism, efficiency, and excellence. They designed a product that more than met our needs, cleared all our documents with our POA, always announced when they were coming and came and worked efficiently and cleaned up afterward. We are now enjoying a great enhancement of our property. Our project included expanding our deck, building a stairway, building a garden house and building a fire pit circular area."
Arbors / Pergolas
Arbors / Pergolas
Arbors / Pergolas
Arbors / Pergolas
Arbors / Pergolas

+56

Response time8 hrs
Response rate97%
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Daybreak Construction
5.0(
13
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Serving San Marcos, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"They were on time and efficient. They worked quickly and overcame all problems and barriers to the needed work. Work was seamless and looked new at the end of the job. Amazing work and great value. Will hire again for any other construction work for my home. A++"
vynal flooring in living room kitchen area.
back bedroom. had to level sub floor. worked out.
Leading into back bedroom.
Small room off the hallway.
Hallway/bedrooms carpet and baseboard removed

+13

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Installing a tongue-and-groove wall requires similar techniques to those associated with installing shiplap. However, because of the precision necessary to make each board fit perfectly and the increased material prices, the cost is higher than that of shiplap installations. Expect to spend between $2 and $6 more per square foot for tongue-and-groove walls versus shiplap ones.

Yes, a 2x6 should hold a porch swing and safely support the load. A smaller joist runs the risk of it not offering enough support for the swing. If you have a joist smaller than 2x6, add additional bolstering support.

Balcony construction or replacement typically requires a building permit from your local permitting authority. Safety and building integrity are the main reasons for the need to obtain a permit and the subsequent inspections. In some cases, especially cantilevered balconies, your municipality may also require the oversight and signature of a structural engineer.

Learning how to frame a house includes picking the right lumber for the job. Most people will want to pick pine, spruce, or fir for the framing. These types of lumber are affordable and produce sturdy framing for structures. Look for kiln-dried lumber to reduce the risk of shrinkage or insect damage after installation. As part of what’s included in framing a house when you hire a professional, the contractor should order the lumber, so you don’t have to worry about finding the right lumber.

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.

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