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Silver Lake Construction, LLC
4.9(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Highland, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They got me on their schedule quickly and were friendly, knowledgeable and did a wonderful job refinishing my deck and building a ramp off of it for me. Very pleased with their work."
Matte black hex tile with craftsman trim.
White shaker vanity.
High end Luxury Kitchen
Simple 12x12
Deck and Pergola

+106

16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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MLI MORENO LANDSCAPE LLC
5.0(
14
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Highland, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Cesar did an awesome job! He removed three large concrete footings left from some old fence posts, and then installed three new 4x4 fence posts with new concrete footings. He gave me a bid, started that same day, and then finished on the second day. I couldn't have been more pleased. He works hard, is honest and reliable. Thank you Cesar!"
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MTMC Holdings, LLC
4.8(
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Highland, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Matt and his team did a fantastic job. Always on time and worked a full day. Matt did everything I wanted and more. He offered opinions when I was undecided on what I wanted. They power washed my driveway when they were done and left everything clean and amazing looking. I highly recommend this company for your landscaping needs."
Master Bathroom Alpine
Garage Provo
Guardrail Saratoga
Custom Sliding Glass Door Sandy
Master Bathroom Salt Lake

+15

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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StepApp Construction LLC
5.0(
11
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Highland, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was building a large planter after having our driveway widened. We picked out the blocks to use but after building it decided we didn’t like it so we decided to cover it with a rock veneer. I started on it but made very slow progress and my wife complained about the job I was doing so we decided to hire it out. We hired someone from homeadvisor and he responded quickly and gave us an estimate in line with what I expected so I hired him. He showed up when he said and completed the job in 3 days- less time than I had spent doing a small fraction of the job. He did a wonderful job, and more importantly my wife is very happy with it. He cleaned up afterwards and is a very friendly guy. I will definitely use him again in the future for any projects and would most definitely recommend him without reservations to anyone needing anything done in his scope of work."
Wall paneling
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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 choosing a drywall anchor, consider the weight of the object you're hanging and how much weight the anchor will need to support. The heavier the weight, the stronger the anchor you'll need. You’ll find the weight capacity on the packaging when shopping for anchors. 

Also, remember that you can use more than one anchor when hanging something on the wall. If you're using multiple anchors, divide the object weight by the number of anchors to determine how much each will need to support. If you need help deciding which drywall anchor to use, you can hire a handyperson to hang your objects. 

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.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

It's possible to turn your carport into a living space, but there are additional factors to address over turning it into a garage. HVAC, plumbing, and electricity won't be optional, and you'll need finished flooring, drywall, trim work, and legal ceiling height, for starters. Also, keep in mind that living space conversions may require upgrading the foundation underneath, and the permits might be more expensive as well.

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