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217 Handyman Services
4.9(
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a small repair job needed to the exterior of my home. John and Doug were here on time and completed the job timely. They did a great job replacing a couple of rotted boards and matching the paint. Both of them acted professionally. I will use them again!"
Handyman Services Project
Pergola assembly
RV Cover
New paint andvreoairs
After remediation

+70

Response time4 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by53%of homeowners
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Serge's Home Imprvmnt & Rnvtn
5.0(
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair+2 more

Serving Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I wanted to take a moment and share what a great job Serge did installing white subway tile backsplash in my kitchen! He was honest, polite, forthright, accurate and his craftsmanship skills are excellent! I am very satisfied with how it turned out and I would recommend anyone in the area looking for some professional help on those tougher home renovation projects!"
Siding repair
Siding repair
Siding repair
Siding repair
Fence repair/build

+49

Response time1 day
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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All Angle Continuous Gutters
4.8(
139
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The crew was polite and professional. No nonsense, and had a hustle to their cadence. As a retired framing contractor I was pleased to see this efficiency as the job was completed in a timely manner. Impressed they took the time to stop and ask me how I wanted a particular aspect plumbed when in doubt. The job was done cleanly and it looks great. Highly recommended A !"
Roof Clean
Before
After
Response time1 day
Response rate94%
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Evergreen Construction & Renovations, LLC
4.9(
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Closet - BuildInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Eduardo did a fantastic job painting and installing baseboards in our small space. Super professional and a great problem solver, Isabel and Eduardo are a great team to have on your side for finish carpentry jobs. Have hired him to do other finish carpentry in our home, and would highly recommend him for any future jobs!"
Kitchen/Living room remodel
Cabinet Installation
Shiplap
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen/Living room remodel

+44

Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
PDM Carpenter, Inc.
4.6(
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Tacoma, 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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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Most of the time, you’ll want to use screws on your subfloor rather than nails. Nails can actually weaken plywood, whereas screws can easily penetrate without damage. They also form a more secure connection because of their shape, preventing squeaky floors and tightly holding the subfloor in place. That said, some contractors do prefer nails depending on the type of floor covering because they allow for more flexibility.

Learning how to frame a house includes picking the right lumber for the job. Most people will want to pick pine, spruce, or fir for the framing. These types of lumber are affordable and produce sturdy framing for structures. Look for kiln-dried lumber to reduce the risk of shrinkage or insect damage after installation. As part of what’s included in framing a house when you hire a professional, the contractor should order the lumber, so you don’t have to worry about finding the right lumber.

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.

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

A-frame homes are on the smaller side. While there’s no set square footage amount it has to be, it will usually come in around 1,000 square feet or smaller.

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