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Avatar for Buena Vista Roofing & Construction Inc.
Buena Vista Roofing & Construction Inc.
4.5(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Kalama, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Prompt estimate was within my budget. They were ready to start right away. They work fast to get old shingles off (three layers) had to replace some plywood and 2x8's.They worked in the rain until it turned into hail. Nice people, neat and organized. They were careful with my possessions. I'd hire them again."
New Roof Installation
Windstorm damage
Roof maintenance
Response time1 day
Response rate86%
73 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%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Turn Pros NW, LLC
5.0(
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Kalama, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Armando and his partner Ben did a fantastic job on our home. Ben replaced our 30-year-old carpet with lvp flooring did all the trim, replaced most of the interior doors and replaced all of our exterior doors and Armando had his paint crew paint the entire inside. Highly recommend them."
Siding and paint
Siding and paint
Siding and paint
Bathtub tile remodel
Patio cover build & stain

+3

Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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, walls on the top floor can be load-bearing if stacked on the floor’s foundation.

Metal stud framing parts include the studs themselves, upper and lower tracks that act as top and bottom wall plates, various angle fasteners and clips, screws for fastening pieces togeher, metal straps, c-channel supports, and thicker steel supporting structures. Roof framing metal components include pre-fabricated trusses, heavy-gauge stud pieces, and various plates and fasteners.

Professionals charge between $60 and $95 per hour 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.

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

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