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PDM Carpenter, Inc.
4.6(
9
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Gig Harbor, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Harris Home Improvement
4.9(
61
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallCloset - Build

Serving Gig Harbor, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"As an experienced custom home builder I've worked with many subcontractors but Harris Home Improvement has uniquely separated himself from other Finish Carpenters. His work is outstanding. His professionalism is demonstrated throughout the entire project; on time, communicates well, exceptional energy with a great attitude and the finish product is gorgeous."
Remodel
Remodel
Remodel
Remodel
Remodel

+11

Response time6 hrs
Response rate96%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Jack of All Trades
4.7(
201
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Gig Harbor, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Warranties offered

Customers say: Super punctual

"Jack and his crew did a fantastic job on our house. I don't typically write reviews such as this,
but the level of service and passion for quality of work has motivated me to
write about my experience.
The end product was well above expectations, but here are some extra highlights to demonstrate how
great it was to work with Jack and his team:
1. We had originally requested a new tile surround for our shower and tub. When Jack's team removed the old
tile he found that the people who remodeled our house had framed in empty space at the end of our tub in order to fit a cheaper, standard sized tub. Jack advised us that, if we wanted, he could re-frame the wall to utilize the extra space and we could fit a larger, higher quality tub in our bathroom.
I loved that Jack collaborated with us on this change instead of just executing the originally planned job to the T. This was a great bonus for us and now we have a fantastic new, bigger bath tub thanks to Jack going out of his way to present this option to us.
2. Our kitchen originally had tile that connected to hardwood floors on both kitchen exits, and did not have any transitions (there was just grout in between), which was ugly. Jack created custom transitions for us and was adamant about getting them
to match our 1940s wood floors. Jack was not satisfied until it was perfect, and went through at least 10 different iterations of various wood grains and stains until he got them to match just right. I was really impressed by his attention to detail, and the transitions now look like they were created with the original house.
3. The new vanity we had delivered turned out to have a small crack in the marble counter top that went un-noticed until after it was installed (the crack was the fault of the company we purchased from). Jack returned to our house over a month later to remove the faulty vanity and replace it with a new one, no questions asked.
I would (and plan to) hire Jack and his team back for other jobs, and you should too.
"
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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D-Man's Construction
4.3(
56
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Gig Harbor, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hard working crew, very polite. This was the first time they did a project like this (reframing my garage door) but they figured it out and completed the job that Dave estimated."
Front door
Front door
Front of house
Front of house darker color
Garage doors

+45

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Urban Woodworks LLC
4.9(
28
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Gig Harbor, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ray called immediately, arrived when he said he would, communicated very clearly about the project and what it would take to fix it. Most importantly did excellent work. A true “old school” craftsman who takes pride in his work. Wish there were more like him these days."
Custom solutions
Custom solutions
Custom solutions
Custom solutions
Custom solutions

+9

20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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NW TOPNOTCH REMODEL LLC
5.0(
15
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair+1 more

Serving Gig Harbor, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"There are always things with a paint job that get missed and show up after the paint dries. Eric was great about fixing things that made the house look like a million dollars. Excellent work. He went above and beyond and was worth every dollar. Every concern was addressed very fast and the overall quality made me extremely happy."
Paint
Remodel
Exterior Repaint
Repaint
Kitchen Flooring

+95

Response time8 hrs
Response rate88%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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

Joists do distribute their load to beams, but they don’t sit on top of the beams. Instead, home builders nail or screw the joists directly to the beams such that the end of the joist butts up against the edge of the beam. Beams can sit on other beams for support, but you’ll never see a joist sitting on top of a beam or another joist.

When deciding whether to use nails or screws for framing, the specific needs of the project must be taken into account. Nails have long been the go-to option for framing due to their affordability, ease of installation, and ability to withstand shear forces. They are perfect for structural framing projects where fast assembly is essential. In contrast, screws offer exceptional holding power and are particularly useful in situations requiring increased strength and resistance to pull-out forces. For projects that prioritize accuracy and long-lasting quality, screws may be the preferred option, though nails remain a dependable and efficient choice.

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.

If the bowing basement wall is less than 2 inches, steel or carbon fiber straps are the best solution. For bowing that is more than 2 inches, wall anchors are the most effective. A contractor can help you decide the best method of repair for your home's foundation and also address the root cause of the trouble.

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