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Cobra Deck And Concrete Restoration
4.4(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Nelson, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1993

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They were pricy, but came highly recommended. They were prompt in scheduling. Their main selling point is the quality of the prep cleaning. While the new deck looked OK, there were missed areas on the existing porch. The quality of the staining itself was variable - there were areas where they did a great job, and others that were missed, overlooked, or intentionally ignored. The eaves were among the intentionally ignored, and I was told "that's defined as part of the roof structure, which isn't included." Excuse me, but the contract says "clean and stain exterior of screen porch" - it does not say "screen porch walls only." Another ignored area was the top edge of the fascia and floorboards, which they stained above, and below, leaving a gap. And there were several other spots that were overlooked even after a visit to complete punch list items. I asked multiple times to talk to the owner but he never called me back. Next time I'll just hire a real house painter."
Deck stained with our Hickory sealant.
After deck power washed and stained.
Backyard Patio
Before and after paver steps
Deck before cleaning, old gray wood.

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Response time4 days
Response rate100%
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Blue Creek Contractors, LLC
4.9(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Nelson, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"John and his crew were very Professional And did the work like they were doing it for them selves the work was above my Expectations Being experienced person from a family of Carpenters I highly Recommend them for anyone that needs work done at there home or Business I would like to thank them for a great job that they did for me"
Response time2 days
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Liken Handyman Services LLC
5.0(
11
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Window Frame - Repair

Serving Nelson, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with Liken Handyman Services LLC, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.\n

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Grady's Painting Plastering/Construction
2.0(
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Exterior Shutters - Repair or RestoreWindow Frame - Repair

Serving Nelson, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1969

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had cracks in the dyed mortar of the bricks above our garage. Grady took the time to match the color, even with the color having aged 10 years, and you would not even be able to tell that there was new mortar. If your project is anything like ours, you will not be disappointed."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Yudi home improvement & Handyman services
New to Angi
Window Frame - Repair

Serving Nelson, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Hi, I’m Andrii, representing YUDI Home Improvement & Handyman services, your local family owned crew in Raleigh, NC. I help homeowners take care of repairs and upgrades quickly, cleanly, and at a fair price.\n\nFrom drywall and painting to installations and general fixes, flooring, tiles, I handle jobs of all sizes with attention to detail and respect for your home. My goal is simple: high-quality work, clear communication and no headaches for you.\n

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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 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.

One of the most common house framing basics for decades has been using wood for the framing work. However, some framing contractors now suggest using steel frames. Steel is lightweight, resistant to fire, and resistant to moisture, all of which are areas where wood framing could cause problems. However, steel framing is more expensive than wood and limits your ability to insulate the home.

Installing a tongue-and-groove wall requires similar techniques to those associated with installing shiplap. However, because of the precision necessary to make each board fit perfectly and the increased material prices, the cost is higher than that of shiplap installations. Expect to spend between $2 and $6 more per square foot for tongue-and-groove walls versus shiplap ones.

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

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