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Gary's Home Repairs
4.7(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Tatum, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Gary and his crew just finished the exterior of my house painted and removed and replaced rotten wood around the entire house. These guys are the real deal. I will use them again. IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A CARPENTER/PAINTER I will use them again."
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Collins job tyler
Response time1 day
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Recommended by71%of homeowners
W. D. Building & Handyman Service
4.3(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Tatum, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Not only were William and his staff professional and friendly, they showed up on time, and when they found out it was a bigger job than expected he told me step by step what he was needing do. Since it was a bigger project than expected, he let me know about the prices and asked me if it was still ok because I'm on a budget. I definitely recommend William and his team for any handyman services. Will be calling them again when I'm ready to build my deck also!"
Response time2 days
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Washbusters LLC
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Deck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Tatum, TX and surrounding areas

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Offers commercial services

"I’m very satisfied with this company, Chris came by and gave me an estimate , came back to do the job on time and kept in contact with me before he arrived to da the work , Chris did a great job , my white 3 rail fence looks like it did 17 years ago , looks brand new , Thanks"
Concrete brightening
Concrete brightening
Concrete brightening
Concrete brightening
Concrete brightening

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The GAP Services
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Tatum, TX and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

"This handyman was the best. He reached out to me as soon as I submitted my work order request. He introduced himself over the phone and again once he arrived at my residence. He was very prompt, informative, professional, dependable, reasonably priced for the work done, cleaned up after himself, very knowledgeable and trustworthy. He also took his time on each job and made sure that he explained everything. Overall great experience and would highly recommend this professional."
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Most of the time, you’ll want to use screws on your subfloor rather than nails. Nails can actually weaken plywood, whereas screws can easily penetrate without damage. They also form a more secure connection because of their shape, preventing squeaky floors and tightly holding the subfloor in place. That said, some contractors do prefer nails depending on the type of floor covering because they allow for more flexibility.

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. 

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.

An A-frame home can be cheaper to build than a traditional house, but that is not always a given. Prices can be fairly similar in some cases, depending on the location, design, and necessary site preparation. Costs for an A-frame typically run between $100 to $200 per square foot, which is comparable to the cost of a traditional home. The cost of an A-frame can come in under those numbers if you opt for a prefabricated kit.

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.

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