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Kirk Morgan Construction
4.8(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Sparks, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

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"UGLY DUCKLING INTO A BEAUTIFUL SWAN If I could give TEN stars i would. Highly experienced in what Kirk Morgan and his crew does. Meticulously detailed expertise on details even offering ways to be better than I expected to be. Patiently explaining many options with pro and con. Worked Monday through Friday all day long. Consistently showed up. Corrected what the previous two contractors had messed up to bring to high quality look and structural integrity. I have recommended to people needing work done or house built and will continue to recommend to anyone I can. Wellllllll worth the money I spent. High quality workmanship and straightforward on what needs to be done Lemme change something. FIFTEEN STARS!!!!!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Wieland Construction
3.9(
10
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Sparks, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Robert Wieland is a man of integrity, very professional and very knowledgeable. They do everything and they do it with excellence. I have hired n worked with a lot of contractors, but Robert Wieland is #1 on my list and I refuse to hire anyone else anymore, Robert will be my go to contractor. They remodeled my entire house, 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, Kitchen, and laundry room. They demo, they paint, they float, they lay tiles, install lights, plugs, install light switch, install ceiling fans with lights, heater air and light for bathroom. They do everything and they do it with excellence. Robert listens to the customers needs and helps them make better, wiser, and budget friendly decisions. They are very good."
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Full Scale LLC
5.0(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Sparks, TX and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Nate Davis came out on time me repaired the doors in less time than his estimate,He gave me an estimate on repairing damaged siding and repairing and painting a room the work was finished under his estimate I highly recommend him for any remodeling and repairs"
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Beyond Quality
5.0(
16
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Sparks, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Roman communicated his schedule to arrive and take care of putting together two large primate caging. He did an outstanding job and actually cleaned up afterwards, which is rare in my experience with not so “handy” Handymen. Already planning to have Roman work some other projects. Wish I had found him a year so I could have avoided some other poor work performed by other handy men. Highly recommend Beyond Quality and Roman!"
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Unfinished 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.

Enhances property value, ensures safety, and provides a sound basis for future construction.

Metal stud framing parts include the studs themselves, upper and lower tracks that act as top and bottom wall plates, various angle fasteners and clips, screws for fastening pieces togeher, metal straps, c-channel supports, and thicker steel supporting structures. Roof framing metal components include pre-fabricated trusses, heavy-gauge stud pieces, and various plates and fasteners.

The average cost of DIY window framing is about $40 to $60 in materials. If you hire a window treatment professional, you’ll pay for materials plus labor costs—anywhere from $250 to $800 per window. The final cost is highly dependent on the window size, as larger windows are heavier and more difficult to install, as well as the type of window framing material.

For maximum stability, install grab bars on wall studs, as this will adequately support the weight. However, if you don't have access to studs, you can get by with wall anchors. If opting for the latter, choose specialty hollow wall anchors. 

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