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Patron General Construction, LLC
4.6(
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Brush Prairie, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Terrific value

"Aleksey did an excellent job replacing the steps on our front porch. He did fine work, cleanly and efficiently. I will be calling Patron General Construction the next time I need carpentry work, and highly recommend them."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate96%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Prime Interiors, Inc.
4.6(
40
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Brush Prairie, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Awesome group of professionals. They went above and beyond in order to get all my HD doors installed, including building two custom frames required due to a HD mix-up. They worked quickly and when finished, cleanup without leaving a trace. I would highly recommend them."
stairs
stairs and trim
front door
custom closets
columns and beams

+35

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

You can enclose an open carport, however, there are several things to consider before opting to do so. You'll want to check local building codes and permit requirements before proceeding to make sure it’s legal. While you can sometimes stick-frame a carport enclosure, pre-fab kits are also available. Remember that you'll likely need to meet concrete slab regulations and provide lighting inside the structure. Both of which could substantially drive up costs.

Baseboards don’t have to be nailed into studs. However, nailing them into studs adds to their stability. When studs aren’t available, you can secure them with drywall nails directly into the drywall and adhesive. Always aim to nail into studs, especially in high-traffic or impact-prone areas.

There are a few easy ways to locate a wall stud without a stud finder. First, try knocking on the wall with your knuckles. Most parts of the wall will sound hollow, but when you tap over a stud, it will sound more solid. Alternatively, since studs are spaced 16 or 24 inches apart, you can measure those distances from a corner of the room, which will always have a stud.

Framing a house with steel generally takes less time—around five to eight weeks—than most building materials. The steel components can also be made quickly off-site and manufactured with pre-punched holes for running piping and electrical wiring, which will lessen the prep work and extra labor during construction.

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