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Salt City Renovations
5.0(
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Serving Fruit Heights, UT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Salt City Renovations is very easy to work with. Marinda is very professional, easy to work with and great with keeping us updated on the progress. During our remodel of our kitchen we had some family health emergencies to deal with, she was so understanding and helpful with sudden changes we had not planned on and helped us navigate the schedule shifts. We are very happy and pleased with our remodel. HIghly recommend Salt City."
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Herriman Custom Build
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Herriman Custom Build
Farmington Bath

+17

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Canyon View Construction, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Fruit Heights, UT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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Warranties offered

"Rob and the Canyon View team helped me build a back porch that 5X'd the size of my previous one. It's been a few years, and our porch still looks and works great. I highly recommend working with these guys."
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New roof structure
finishes on roof structure
deck around pool
deck with stairs at framing

+15

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cransten
4.4(
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Serving Fruit Heights, UT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

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Emergency services offered

"Butch is handling some carpentry repairs for us. He arrived on time, his work was neat, and his clean up was above and beyond. Looking forward to having him back for more work."
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+18

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Leonard's Handy-Man Services, LLC
4.6(
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Serving Fruit Heights, UT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"Leonard built very sturdy stairs in our backyard. The terrain was challenging and created obstacles that he worked effectively to overcame to create a product even stronger and better than what we originally envisioned. The price was fair, and he even found a good deal on Trex decking that will make the stairs last longer. Thank you, Leonard!"
rock fire place and hearth
Back door entryway
Tile kitchen back splash
tile kitchen back splash
Tile bath floor

+37

Response time3 hrs
Response rate90%
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kami Construction LLC
5.0(
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Serving Fruit Heights, UT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Kami Construction for our new home. They communicated very thoroughly. Very respectful. Showed up on scheduled time and got the jobs done at a great price. Thank you guys !"
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DW Utah
5.0(
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Serving Fruit Heights, UT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Derek and Wes were very professional and timely. They spent a lot of time making sure they knew what we wanted and we are pleased with their amazing work."
Trex Deck
Duralum Awning
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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.

When deciding whether to use nails or screws for framing, the specific needs of the project must be taken into account. Nails have long been the go-to option for framing due to their affordability, ease of installation, and ability to withstand shear forces. They are perfect for structural framing projects where fast assembly is essential. In contrast, screws offer exceptional holding power and are particularly useful in situations requiring increased strength and resistance to pull-out forces. For projects that prioritize accuracy and long-lasting quality, screws may be the preferred option, though nails remain a dependable and efficient choice.

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.

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.

Removing a load-bearing wall is best handled by professionals. However, if you have the skill set and decide to DIY the project, you will still need at least one additional person to assist you. Aside from helping with demolition, you'll need another hand to install the new support beam.

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