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Avatar for Lakeside Construction & Paving LLC
Lakeside Construction & Paving LLC
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Washougal, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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Credit card accepted

"They did an excellent job on the foundation repair which is solid and dry they also done the paving work which was necessary it came out really smooth and a really nice finish I would highly recommend this company!"
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Millennium Specialties, LLC
4.8(
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Closet - BuildDeck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install+2 more

Serving Washougal, WA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1984

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Warranties offered

"Dave took 2 bedrooms and a small bathroom and created al master suite. He enlarged and upgraded the bathroom and made one elegant bedroom. Dave is a perfectionist and the work reflects it. He is also very creative and loves his job. We couldn't ask for more: The remodel is beautiful, artistic and practical, the price reasonable, and he and his crew were a delight to have around--polite, respectful and fun. Millennium Specialties exceeded our expectations and more!"
 Wainscot - Kitchen Remodel
 Tile Windows
 Deck & Stone Planters
Pantries
Kitchen Remodel

+98

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Precision Painting & Construction LLC
4.3(
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Deck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallWood Stairs and Railings - Repair+4 more

Serving Washougal, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Emergency services offered

"We hired Precision Painting and Construction for 2 different projects, and weâ re currently working on a third. They painted our interior walls, which was incredibly challenging due to molding that was adhered to the walls from the previous owner. The painting looks excellent. We also had them build a new wall with a doorway to make another bedroom out of a loft space. The wall looks beautiful. We currently have them painting our kitchen cabinets. Justin and the crew are easy and wonderful to work with, theyâ re efficient, and pay attention to detail. Theyâ re responsive when we have questions and provide accurate estimates when needed. Would highly recommend."
Full bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel - Shower Install
Interior painting
Interior painting
Stairwell painting

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Response time1 day
Response rate94%
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

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.

Using a steel frame may raise the value of your home. Steel is more heat resistant, has better longevity, and doesn’t need any upkeep compared to traditional wood. You can also customize a steel build a little easier than other materials like brick, concrete, and vinyl—which have trouble bending and adapting to renovations.

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.

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