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Home Genius Exteriors
4.3(
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Exterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

Serving Wakefield, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The company did a Great job on our roof. The coordination between us, sales, delivery guys and the Foreman worked out well. I would highly recommend them to my friends and family."
Roofing
Roofing
Roofing
Roofing
Roofing

+77

690 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Mikes Maintenance Mechanical Services
4.6(
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Wakefield, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would recommend Mike to others needing handyman work done. Mike removed 3 ceiling fans, installed 1 ceiling fan and installed 2 light fixtures for me. Communication was easy and the jobs were done well. Thanks Mike!"
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+11

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Sentri Homes
2.4(
27
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Wakefield, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"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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Action Roofing
5.0(
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Wakefield, VA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everything went just fine. I had been looking for someone to do some repairs to a slate roof on my uncle’s house for months. Once I got in touch with Action Roofing, the job was taken care of. They were very prompt to look at the job and to do the job. I feel like the price was fair. I am talking with them for additional work."
Ayden
Old smoke house rebuild
Old smoke house rebuild
New deck
New roof

+112

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

Using a steel frame may raise the value of your home. Steel is more heat resistant, has better longevity, and doesn’t need any upkeep compared to traditional wood. You can also customize a steel build a little easier than other materials like brick, concrete, and vinyl—which have trouble bending and adapting to renovations.

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.

Professionals ensure precise alignment and durability, critical for structural integrity.

Carpenters are trained to take on a wide range of home projects. You can hire a carpenter to do framing, roofing, build custom furniture, and make significant upgrades to your home. General carpenters are usually able to handle most jobs. However, you may also choose to hire a carpenter who specializes in a specific type of carpentry. 

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