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59 Handyman
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Window Frame - Repair

Serving Mechanicsville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Victor maintained contact, was prompt, kept the work area clean & neat & did all he promised. All completed in a time frame that worked for us. I would definitely hire him again."
Painting and drywall repa
Painting and drywall repair job.
Gutters and downspout cleaning
Gutters and downspout
Drywall repair

+2

Response time8 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Stoneridge Decks & Outdoor Living
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Mechanicsville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Out of the four companies we talked with for the construction of a roof over our deck, we choose Stoneridge Outdoor Living. We found them easy to work with plus they answered all our questions and offered plans for what we wanted and at a price we could afford. Their attitude and professionalism has been great. I will update my review when the work is completed but I have no doubt things will go well."
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+340

Response time8 hrs
135 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
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Virginia Home Renovations, LLC
4.3(
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - RepairCarpentry Framing - Install+2 more

Serving Mechanicsville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Kenneth came, on time BTW, very pleasant to interact with. He looked our situation over, offered suggestions, and gave us a fantastic quote. Being seniors ,we are usually unsure of quotes we are given. We accepted and set up a time frame. On the day the work began Steve and Alvin did an excellent job, very friendly and lost no time getting to work. If you are looking for an honest, reparatable team, these guys are awesome. Thank you Kenneth, Steve and Alvin for the fine work you did and making this senior very happy. We will use them again."
Response time2 days
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

While it is possible to build a wooden carport yourself, especially if you are skilled in carpentry, professional construction is recommended. Professionals ensure structural integrity, proper anchoring, correct alignment, and the use of quality materials for a stable and durable result.

Yes, a 2x6 should hold a porch swing and safely support the load. A smaller joist runs the risk of it not offering enough support for the swing. If you have a joist smaller than 2x6, add additional bolstering support.

Begin by analyzing the blueprints and gathering the proper materials before framing a house. With the prep stages behind you, begin by framing the floor of a house on the newly set foundation. Exterior and interior walls come next, along with rough openings for doors and windows. Contractors will then add ceiling and roof rafters to finish things off. 

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