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Wariner & Winnfield Construction
4.9(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Edgar, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Tyler and Bodi did a fantastic job on our basement remodel! It was our first time ever working with contractors and they made the process a breeze. Even before booking, Tyler made trips to the village hall to understand the specific codes within my area. The remodel included complete framing, electrical upgrades, plumbing rework, drywall, flooring, and install of an egress window. They were flexible with our timeline, communicated well, and kept in mind aesthetics as well as functionality. We were always comfortable with them being in our home and they tolerated our very annoying dog well. We are so happy with how the basement turned out. Thank you thank you!"
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Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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GF Company
4.6(
152
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Edgar, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"we had a large double window two windows one opening replaced they did a a good job made that room much warmer in winter which is what we were after it is now the warmest room in the house in the winter which is good as it is the room we spend most our time in. will defiantly be having them out to price gutters when we are ready in the spring."
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MH Home Services LLC
5.0(
5
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Edgar, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Went very well! Showed up on day/time when it was discussed. Kept my plan/budget in mind when performing the work, but gave professional opinion when necessary. Started & completed project in timely fashion and was charged a very reasonable amount for services. Will hire again & advise anyone to use him for home projects!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mayotte Investments
5.0(
5
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Edgar, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cameron and his father-in-law did a great job on repairing/updating the exterior of our home. They were polite, professional, very skilled, timely and fairly priced. We will definitely be working with them again!!"
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Custom Craft Environmental
4.6(
117
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Edgar, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"All went well. My call was returned promptly. Owner came out and assessed problem. Explained clearly what the scope of their work would be. Provided me with recommendations of contractors to complete uncovered aspects of the job (drywall, plumbing). Service men came promptly at scheduled time, completed work satisfactorily and cleaned up when finished."
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

Bump-out additions can extend anywhere from 2 to 15 feet from an existing room. The right size will depend on how you plan to use the new space. For a cantilever bump-out, which doesn't require additional foundation support, the limit is typically 24 inches (2 feet). If a footing and foundation are part of the project, a bump-out can be much larger, even encompassing a whole room. It's also important to remember that many residential properties have limits on the total house size relative to the lot size.

There are a few easy ways to locate a wall stud without a stud finder. First, try knocking on the wall with your knuckles. Most parts of the wall will sound hollow, but when you tap over a stud, it will sound more solid. Alternatively, since studs are spaced 16 or 24 inches apart, you can measure those distances from a corner of the room, which will always have a stud.

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.

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

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