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Cecil Workman
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Charleston, WV and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Cecil did a great job remodeling a rental property bathroom. He took it down to the studs and replaced the bathtub, drywall and flooring. He got the work done quickly and it looks great. I would recommend him and will use him again in the future."
Reno
After
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Reno

+43

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by65%of homeowners
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Coal River Properties, LLC
5.0(
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Charleston, WV and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Not only kitchen remodeled but also the bathroom. Living room walls refinished, painted, crown molding installed, Master bedroom painted. Exterior door updated. Great work and good people, would use again!"
Back Porch at 32 Geronimo Drive, St. Albans, WV
New Tile floor
Upstairs bathroom ar 32 Geronimo Dr.
Stairway entry
Kitchen

+6

Response time5 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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C & L Welding, LLC
4.7(
17
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+1 more

Serving Charleston, WV and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired them to add on a deck to an existing structure. They tied them together beautifully. Their work was professional, reasonably priced and efficient. I would absolutely hire them again and recommend them 100%."
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New Construction

+41

Response time12 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Accurate measurements, sturdy materials, and seamless integration with other structures.

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.

For maximum stability, install grab bars on wall studs, as this will adequately support the weight. However, if you don't have access to studs, you can get by with wall anchors. If opting for the latter, choose specialty hollow wall anchors. 

Yes, you can find ceiling joists using simple tools if a stud finder isn't available.

Using a hammer requires patience and a keen ear. Gently tap the ceiling in a grid pattern, listening for sound changes. A hollow sound indicates space between joists, while a solid, dull thud suggests a joist. Mark the location with a pencil and confirm by tapping from different angles.

Alternatively, you can use a nail, but this method will leave small holes. You'll feel increased resistance when the nail hits a joist. Mark the spot and repeat the process every 16 or 24 inches to map the joist locations. This method is considered less reliable than using a stud finder.

Yes, professional installations include reinforced corner posts to ensure durability.

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