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Mighty Dad Flooring & Home Repair
4.8(
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Serving Lafayette, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

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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
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Kingdom Construction
4.5(
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Serving Lafayette, 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."
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Tile work and Painting

+1

Response time2 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Providence Construction
4.8(
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Serving Lafayette, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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Emergency services offered

"This company did a wonderful job, they came the same day I contacted them Ryan worked all day until he completed the job. Very nice and friendly took pictures under the house and showed me what the problem was. I was very well pleased with this company and plan to call on them again."
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Insulation Project

+6

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by19%of homeowners
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Arrington Home Repair, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Lafayette, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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I am a one man band so to speak. I have lived in Radford VA since 2020 when my wife and I moved from Indiana to help start Ascent Church in Blacksburg VA. \nI have been in remodeling work for the last decade in both Indiana and Virginia. I am also a certified residential maintenance technician, and cabinet builder, and I am a licensed contractor with a Specialty in Home Improvement. I would love to help with your next home project, I am willing to work on the smaller jobs the other guys will say isn't worth their time but would still make your home more yours. \n \nThere is no trip fee for anything within 50 miles of Radford.

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Sentri Homes
2.4(
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Serving Lafayette, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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"Everything was great from start to end. Jeanette and Brayden were easy to talk to and straight to the point, they both made sure everything was to satisfaction and met my needs. Overall great service and I would definitely be looking forward to doing business again in the future for other projects. Communication was awesome !"
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Serving Lafayette, VA and surrounding areas

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Im a hardworking and dependable worker based in Virginia with experience in Commercial & residential construction, hauling, equipment operation, property maintenance, and outdoor labor. I take pride in doing quality work, showing up on time, and treating every job like it’s my own property.\n\nI’m available for jobs throughout the surrounding areas and willing to travel for the right project. My skills include general labor, demolition, hauling, light carpentry, land clearing, drywall work, concrete prep, equipment operation, and property cleanup.\n\nCustomers hire me because I communicate well, work efficiently, and focus on getting the job done right the first time. I’m always willing to take on new challenges and provide reliable service at a fair price.\n

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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. 

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

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.

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.

Most load-bearing walls are exterior, though they can also be interior.

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