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ALLFix, LLC
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Carpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install+3 more

Serving Ephrata, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

ALLFix provides professional repairs, installations, and improvements for residential and commercial clients. Services include everyday repairs, flooring, painting, countertops, cabinets, doors, windows, decks, and more. Licensed, bonded, and insured. Family-owned and operated.

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ALLFix Moses Lake
ALLFix Moses Lake
ALLFix Moses Lake
ALLFix Moses Lake

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WESTERN STAIN & SEAL LLC
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Ephrata, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Local Veteran owned company providing wooden fence installs and deck repair and cleaning for residential and commercial customers. After hiring service providers myself I decided I could bring the discipline and attention to detail I learned while serving in the US Navy to the window cleaning business. We're committed both to our customers and to the community, and look forward to working with you to get your home or business looking great. As long as there's daylight, we'll be working, so give us a call today!

Stained deck
Stripped and sanded
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Pasco Deck
Pasco Deck

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

The cost to convert a carport into a garage averages about $22,000, ranging from about $15,000 and $55,000. 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:

  • Add insulation: $1 per square foot

  • Add drywall: $1–$3 per square foot

  • Add window: $450–$2,000 per window

  • Add outlets: $75–$500

  • Add garage door: $250–$11,200

  • Enclose framing: $5–$13 per square foot

  • Replace roofing: $1,000–$2,000

Yes, you can find ceiling joists using simple tools if a stud finder isn't available.

Using a hammer requires patience and a keen ear. Gently tap the ceiling in a grid pattern, listening for sound changes. A hollow sound indicates space between joists, while a solid, dull thud suggests a joist. Mark the location with a pencil and confirm by tapping from different angles.

Alternatively, you can use a nail, but this method will leave small holes. You'll feel increased resistance when the nail hits a joist. Mark the spot and repeat the process every 16 or 24 inches to map the joist locations. This method is considered less reliable than using a stud finder.

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. 

Proper Murphy bed installation minimizes the risk of wall damage. A secure attachment requires making some holes for anchors or brackets, but these can be easily patched if the bed is removed. To ensure the installation is done correctly and safely, hiring a professional is recommended, especially if you have limited DIY experience.

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.

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