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Avatar for Handyman Connection of Winchester
Handyman Connection of Winchester
4.3(
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Serving Boliva, WV and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"The owners of the Winchester location, Bryan and Tiffany, selflessly worked with me to address a few concerns from a previous project (deck). Bryan took the time to understand my concerns and quickly offered ways to correct the problems (nothing structural). Additionally, Bryan went far above and beyond as compared to what I expected in order to ensure I was happy with the overall project. I highly recommend Handyman Connection of Winchester to anyone looking to have a small or large project done at their home."
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+12

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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O&F HandyMan
4.9(
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Serving Boliva, WV and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Carlos and crew are great! They have been my go to for our 12 unit apartment building. They have done work from small projects to large. Drywall, plumbing, painting, construction and electric/HVAC. Thank you for exception service!"
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+33

Response time5 hrs
Response rate92%
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Comprehensive Property Solutions LLC
5.0(
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Serving Boliva, WV and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"These men are excellent. They are polite, they show up when scheduled, they do a fabulous job on our lawn. We hope to keep them busy for the long term. A breath of fresh air compared to the lax attitude of other landscaping companies we have hired in the past. Definitely a keeper!"
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Mulch removal and application
Lawn and yard work.
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+14

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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J&D Contracting
3.6(
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Serving Boliva, WV and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Randy did an outstanding job on my sunroom. He built the sun room over my existing deck. He is extremely reliable and is a man of his word. I highly recommend the company. Jay K."
 3 car garage
 front stairs
 sunroom
 screen porch
 sunroom and patio

+25

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Castillo Renovation Solutions, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Boliva, WV and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"We had a storm come through and knock down a piece or fascia from our roof. I contacted Castillo Renovations at 7pm on a Thursday and he the gentleman was at my house by 11am the next day! He gave me a quote, completed the work and explained everything to me up front. He was very courteous, did good work and I will definitely be using their service in the future"
Wild Hog Railing with PT Decking
Timber Tech Decking and railing
Porch With Vinyl Railing and PT Decking
Timber Tech Sea Salt Grey
Response time1 day
Response rate86%
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Townsend Woodwrights & Millwork LLC
5.0(
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Serving Boliva, WV and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Customers say: Quick response

"Working with James was a wonderful experience from the first phone call to the finished product! Any worries I originally had about starting my custom cabinets project went away when James brought his professionalism and expertise. His knowledge and craftsmanship was one of a kind and he was able to offer ideas and suggestions along the way that would best achieve my goal. His communication was very consistent as he kept me updated on the work with pictures, phone calls, etc. I would absolutely say that the quality work and skill he provides is worth every dollar."
Hillier Kitchen Remodel
Hillier Kitchen Remodel
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Hillier Kitchen Remodel

+3

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

Joists do distribute their load to beams, but they don’t sit on top of the beams. Instead, home builders nail or screw the joists directly to the beams such that the end of the joist butts up against the edge of the beam. Beams can sit on other beams for support, but you’ll never see a joist sitting on top of a beam or another joist.

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.

While it is possible to build a wooden carport yourself, especially if you are skilled in carpentry, professional construction is recommended. Professionals ensure structural integrity, proper anchoring, correct alignment, and the use of quality materials for a stable and durable result.

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

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