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Mighty Dad Flooring & Home Repair
4.8(
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+9 more

Serving Hardy, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jeff replaced the peeling painted drywall porch ceiling with cedar planks which he custom stained to match the front door (which he also stained) . The can lights in the ceiling were replaced with closed LED fixtures..no more bug nest worries! I bought lovely new carriage lights but installing them required Jeff to create a mounting area out of cedar which he then framed with moulding and stained to match the door and ceiling. It looks awesome! Can I add a picture? You really need to see this! Every project that Jeff has done for us, big and small, has made our home more beautiful."
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+6

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Kingdom Construction
4.5(
156
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Hardy, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Steve is a great guy and very professional. He completed work in a timely manor and went above and beyond on multiple occasions for me in getting my house ready for rental (until I can move into it in a couple years). Easy to work with and always curious."
TIle work
Tile work and Painting
Tile work and Painting
Tile work and Painting
Tile work and Painting

+1

Response time2 hrs
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Star City Handyman and Fence Doctor
4.4(
7
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Window Frame - Repair

Serving Hardy, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"We very recently used Star City Handyman to install a fence around our back yard. We were extremely satisfied with the entire experience. From the time we called for a quote they were very responsive, up front on their timeline, and very reasonable on the prices. They completed the job with a quick turnaround time and did an excellent job. We are extremely satisfied with our experience, and we will certainly be using Star City Handyman for more of our home projects."
Response time3 days
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Sherwood Renovations
4.9(
4
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Hardy, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Sherwood Renovations, will be your new go to for all of your home improvement needs! Having been doing contracting work since age 14, I understand the importance of the quality of my work, over speed. I am meticulous, careful, and as respectful of your property, as I am my own. Give me a call today and let me show you how the right contractor can transform your home!

Exterior sapele storage unit
Mantelpiece
Mantel front
Floating mantel
Response time5 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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A & Romero Constructions, LLC
5.0(
2
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Hardy, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A&Romero built an arbor and picket fence for me. My experience was was excellent from start to the completed work. I knew I wanted to work with Jefrin from our first meeting. His presentation was professional and respectful. He listened and took time to understand exactly what I wanted and he provided the best estimate. From the time the job was started Jefrin engaged my opinion so that the end product matched my vision perfectly! They were clean and neat and left everything in good order. I will absolutely hire A&Romero for my next project!"
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
CL Home Solutions
5.0(
2
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Window Frame - Repair

Serving Hardy, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very fast response after posting my need. Very professional. Hired him the next day to assemble 2 dressers and small kitchen island great to work with on pricing! Will be working on my gazebo next! Look forward to using him often and would recommend him to anyone looking for fair, professional and prompt services! Will add photos later :)"
Response time11 hrs
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Framing with metal studs can be significantly faster than using wooden studs, provided you have some experience working with the material. While you can use virtually instant pneumatic nailers with wood, metal requires installing screws. However, because metal is lighter, straighter, usually comes cut-to-length, and doesn't require sorting for the best pieces, you can save significant time using metal instead of wood.

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

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. 

Bow windows need support because they are large and extend out from the exterior wall of the home. Bow windows may extend 1 foot to several feet from the outside of the home, so you’ll need to provide additional support to handle this weight. A window contractor will be able to provide the proper amount of support for your new bow window.

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