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Avatar for Ortiz Wood Carpentry, LLC
Ortiz Wood Carpentry, LLC
4.9(
19
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Deck or Porch - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Kalama, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Ortiz and his crew installed a 300 square foot deck for us, and the work is great. He explained everything, gave options, tips about taking care of the deck, and put in the extra effort to make sure everything was to our satisfaction. If given the opportunity to hire Ortiz Wood Carpentry again, we would gladly request his proposal again."
Demolition process
Demolition process
Fundación and framing
Composite cover
Deck done

+15

Response time12 hrs
Response rate95%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Buena Vista Roofing & Construction Inc.
Buena Vista Roofing & Construction Inc.
4.5(
148
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Kalama, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I interviewed and checked out six roofing companies before hiring Buena Vista Roofing. I was impressed with their honesty and professionalism. They were friendly and polite, explained everything clearly and answered any questions that I had. The work was completed within the time frame agreed upon and was done well. Thank you Edgar and crew for a job well done!"
New Roof Installation
Windstorm damage
Roof maintenance
Response time1 day
Response rate86%
57 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for TIMBERLINE CONSTRUCTION CONCEPTS LLC
TIMBERLINE CONSTRUCTION CONCEPTS LLC
5.0(
13
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Kalama, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

"One of the easiest and most professional experiences I’ve had. Edward cares about quality while also being very efficient and communicative throughout the process. I would definitely recommend him to anyone that needs any framing done."
Kitchen remodel
Kitchen remodel
Kitchen remodel
Kitchen remodel
Kitchen remodel

+2

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Removing a load-bearing wall is best handled by professionals. However, if you have the skill set and decide to DIY the project, you will still need at least one additional person to assist you. Aside from helping with demolition, you'll need another hand to install the new support beam.

Begin by analyzing the blueprints and gathering the proper materials before framing a house. With the prep stages behind you, begin by framing the floor of a house on the newly set foundation. Exterior and interior walls come next, along with rough openings for doors and windows. Contractors will then add ceiling and roof rafters to finish things off. 

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

It’s best to use two screws to secure deck boards into every joist. Securing the boards to every joist makes the deck more structurally sound, while using two screws on the outer sides of the boards can help prevent warping and cupping.

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.

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