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

Serving Wausau, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We bought a duplex that required far more renovation than we anticipated. After being duped by a general contractor and losing months of time, we decided to act as the GC ourselves. Finding good, reliable contractors (in all trades) has been a massive struggle. We were truly ready to give up and sell the property until getting a chance recommendation for Tyler. Not only did he actually answer the phone when I called, he happened to be in the area and came by that same day to take a look. He was friendly and positive about the project that many other contractors had scoffed at, left before finishing or deemed a â S&$! Showâ . Tyler came in and picked up the pieces left behind by multiple bad operators. He is a perfectionist, amazing problem solver and the hardest working person I have ever met. He was able to tackle every part of the renovation from framing to tile to door installation with ease. His knowledge of all aspects of construction is truly astounding and second to none. He provides clear, detailed estimates, shows up when he says he will and communicates any issues or concerns right away. He is worth every penny of the fair price that he charges. We are eternally grateful that Tyler showed up in our lives to help us turn a tired, old house into a beautifully renovated duplex we can rent furnished to traveling medical professionals."
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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 Wausau, 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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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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MH Home Services LLC
5.0(
5
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Wausau, 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 Wausau, 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 Wausau, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"The insurance company hired another remediation company on our behalf, but I contacted Rich for another estimate/opinion. Rich provided me advice via phone on multiple occasions, told me what to look for and assured me that the other company was following industry standards. Ultimately Rich came to our house to potentially provide us with an estimate on the rebuild portion of the remediation. Although we could not use Custom Craft Environmental for this project, I would recommend them to anyone and would definitely use them in the future, based on Rich's knowledge, responsiveness and professionalism."
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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. 

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. 

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.

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.

One of the most common house framing basics for decades has been using wood for the framing work. However, some framing contractors now suggest using steel frames. Steel is lightweight, resistant to fire, and resistant to moisture, all of which are areas where wood framing could cause problems. However, steel framing is more expensive than wood and limits your ability to insulate the home.

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