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Q: Can I put a screened-in porch on my existing deck?

• <div><p>Yes, building a screened-in porch on an existing deck is absolutely an option, although there are many factors to consider when adding a screened-in porch to a deck. You or the general contractor you hire will need to add a frame to a deck without a previous screen to keep it safe from damage. You&rsquo;ll also want to work together to make sure your new porch matches your existing home style.</p></div>

Q: How much does it cost to convert a carport into a garage?

• <div><p>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-convert-carport-garage.htm">cost to convert a carport into a garage</a> averages about<b> $22,000</b>, ranging from about <b>$15,000 and $55,000</b>. Additional cost factors to consider include size, time of year, and how much of the carport you can reuse. Other cost factors include the kinds and amounts of materials used, such as:</p><ul><li><p>Add insulation: $1 per square foot</p></li><li><p>Add drywall: $1&ndash;$3 per square foot</p></li><li><p>Add window: $450&ndash;$2,000 per window</p></li><li><p>Add outlets: $75&ndash;$500</p></li><li><p>Add garage door: $250&ndash;$11,200</p></li><li><p>Enclose framing: $5&ndash;$13 per square foot</p></li><li><p>Replace roofing: $1,000&ndash;$2,000</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Q: Can a one-story house have a load-bearing wall?

• <div><p>Yes, a one-story house can have a load-bearing wall. The load-bearing walls in a single-story home are usually the exterior walls. If the house has a basement with exposed walls, the arrangement of the beams can help indicate what walls are load-bearing.</p></div>

Q: Are walls on the top floor load-bearing?

• <div><p>Yes, walls on the top floor can be load-bearing if stacked on the floor&rsquo;s foundation.</p></div>

Q: How much do professionals charge hourly to install ornamental porch columns?

• <div><p>Professionals charge between <b>$60 and $95 per hour</b> to install ornamental porch columns. The amount of time they need varies based on the condition of the porch, whether they need to remove old columns, and if there is any damage to your porch's structure. This cost can increase if more issues come up during the installation process. </p></div>

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Last update on January 18, 2026

Reviewed in September 2025
very respectful and worked very hard.
Nyberg Pressure Works LLC
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Reviewed in April 2025
Start to finish, the job ran smoothly. Ryan and his crew took care of precarious trees that likely would have caused damage to my property and my neighbors house. Safety was their focus the entire job.
Paul Bunyan company
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Reviewed in July 2024
Very good communication, hard working. I recommend his services
Superior Services Contracting LLC
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Reviewed in June 2024
I was surprised with how well he handled the excavator in removing various sized trees and breaking a trail- all for a good value! When my son needed trees cleared I referred him to Chantz. My son was also very pleased with his job. Iâ m having Chantz return to build a road, remove more trees,...
CK Tree and Wood Working
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Reviewed in May 2024
Pour went great, friendly and professional!
Designer Concrete
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Reviewed in March 2024
Hugo and his team gave me a great price on tearing down our fence and replacing it. His team worked quickly and efficiently, they were very professional and got the job done in the amount of time they told us it was going to take. Would definitely recommend them and will be hiring them for any...
Torres Painting LLC
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Reviewed in August 2023
The owner, Michael, was very professional and knowledgeable. He wanted to do the job right. He was careful about details and clean up. I also loved the fact that he gave a senior discount. I would recommend him to others as well.
Pristine Drain & Home Services LLC
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Reviewed in April 2023
I would call them again as PNW Treelancers answered my call immediately and were able to set up a date within the next week. They came with all the equipment needed and did a super job for the whole day they were here.
PNW Treelancers, LLP
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Reviewed in September 2022
The job turned out good and he understood what I wanted accomplished and had a lot of experience
MW Sherwood
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Reviewed in August 2022
Dustin and his crew did a great job removing two trees and limbing several others. Trees look great and clean-up was perfect. Fair price for great work. Dustin was a pleasure to work with and would not hesitate to work with him again. His crew was hard working and very courteous. Start to finish...
Carlson Tree Care, LLC
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