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Kevin Henshaw Home Inspections

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Kevin Henshaw Home Inspections

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Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 local quotes requested

Here at Kevin Henshaw Home Inspections, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

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Garrett M on January 2025

Here at Kevin Henshaw Home Inspections, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

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Garrett M on January 2025

Christman Flooring

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Christman Flooring

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14 years of experience

I have been laying flooring for over a decade. I am currently only installing laminate and vinyl plank. I can do repairs on any type of flooring if need be. I would love to do business with you given the opportunity.

I have been laying flooring for over a decade. I am currently only installing laminate and vinyl plank. I can do repairs on any type of flooring if need be. I would love to do business with you given the opportunity.

Outdoors and More

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Outdoors and More

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Outdoors and More for all your outdoor needs and more.

Outdoors and More for all your outdoor needs and more.

Lawn Worx

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Lawn Worx

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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Providing complete lawn care and landscaping services to Central Ky. Beating our competitors in quality, price, and speed of job completion is why we have grown every year.

Providing complete lawn care and landscaping services to Central Ky. Beating our competitors in quality, price, and speed of job completion is why we have grown every year.

Sell Construction & Electrical Co. LLC.

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Sell Construction & Electrical Co. LLC.

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a small company that prides its self on quality work and customer satisfaction. We have been in business for eleven+ years and we are fully licenced and insured general contractors and electrical contractors.

We are a small company that prides its self on quality work and customer satisfaction. We have been in business for eleven+ years and we are fully licenced and insured general contractors and electrical contractors.

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TREC Construction LLC

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TREC Construction LLC

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

TREC is a Design & Build company that has served the greater Lexington area for 20 years. We strive for 100% customer satisfaction and we work hard to achieve that goal. Our team of TREC employees is the best out there. All general contractors use subs, but our actual employees do a lot of work that other contractors sub out. This enables TREC to provide exceptional quality and attention to detail - we believe that is what sets us apart. TREC is fully licensed and insured. We would love the opportunity to provide a quote for your next project!

"All projects have been great! TREC has worked with us to do the remodel work in 4 phases over the past 6 years. For us to continue to use TREC shows the quality and affordability of the work. Everyone was professional and friendly. (They put up with our dog who always wanted to assist with the work). There were delays at times but projects were completed with 2-3 weeks of projected end date. Robby was always found a way to do any of our wanted designs."

Jackie M on May 2020

TREC is a Design & Build company that has served the greater Lexington area for 20 years. We strive for 100% customer satisfaction and we work hard to achieve that goal. Our team of TREC employees is the best out there. All general contractors use subs, but our actual employees do a lot of work that other contractors sub out. This enables TREC to provide exceptional quality and attention to detail - we believe that is what sets us apart. TREC is fully licensed and insured. We would love the opportunity to provide a quote for your next project!

"All projects have been great! TREC has worked with us to do the remodel work in 4 phases over the past 6 years. For us to continue to use TREC shows the quality and affordability of the work. Everyone was professional and friendly. (They put up with our dog who always wanted to assist with the work). There were delays at times but projects were completed with 2-3 weeks of projected end date. Robby was always found a way to do any of our wanted designs."

Jackie M on May 2020

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Color Your Carpet

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Color Your Carpet

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37 years of experience

Our unique "Carpet Color Care" services are providing residential and commercial property owners with a cost-effective alternative to costly and usually unnecessary carpet replacement. Savings of 50% to 85% compared to carpet replacements costs. Faded, stained, wrong color, outdated color, wrong color or just plain ugly carpet- we are the original and only complete on-site carpet dyeing and color restoration service company in the USA. Certified Carpet Dyemasters and Colorists perform our services in more than 200 locations worldwide. Color restoration of Oriental rugs and all fine rugs are our specialty, Design dyeing services offered on wall-to-wall or area rugs. No obligation inspections and proposal performed by appointment. Dyes are safe, MSDS on hand, flawless safety record for 25+ years. Educational and informative information about anything and everything concerning all aspects of carpet and rugs are provided on Color Your Carpet websites.

Our unique "Carpet Color Care" services are providing residential and commercial property owners with a cost-effective alternative to costly and usually unnecessary carpet replacement. Savings of 50% to 85% compared to carpet replacements costs. Faded, stained, wrong color, outdated color, wrong color or just plain ugly carpet- we are the original and only complete on-site carpet dyeing and color restoration service company in the USA. Certified Carpet Dyemasters and Colorists perform our services in more than 200 locations worldwide. Color restoration of Oriental rugs and all fine rugs are our specialty, Design dyeing services offered on wall-to-wall or area rugs. No obligation inspections and proposal performed by appointment. Dyes are safe, MSDS on hand, flawless safety record for 25+ years. Educational and informative information about anything and everything concerning all aspects of carpet and rugs are provided on Color Your Carpet websites.

WORKMAN CONSTRUCTION

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WORKMAN CONSTRUCTION

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I started Workman Construction LLC in 2010 to provide to the community affordable and quality driven general construction and contractor services. We are big enough to build your home or home renovation, yet small enough to provide quality handyman services. We are fully insured, licensed and a Building Member of Southeastern Kentucky Home Builders Association. Thank you for the opportunity to work with you on your project! Tony, owner of Workman Constuction LLC

I started Workman Construction LLC in 2010 to provide to the community affordable and quality driven general construction and contractor services. We are big enough to build your home or home renovation, yet small enough to provide quality handyman services. We are fully insured, licensed and a Building Member of Southeastern Kentucky Home Builders Association. Thank you for the opportunity to work with you on your project! Tony, owner of Workman Constuction LLC

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RBE Landscaping

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RBE Landscaping

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Owner-Operated We offer a variety of services, including general mowing, landscape design, and fertilization.

"Jon responded to my quote request within minutes, he was able to finish the job same day! It would’ve taken me days to finish these flower beds."

Morgan R on August 2023

Owner-Operated We offer a variety of services, including general mowing, landscape design, and fertilization.

"Jon responded to my quote request within minutes, he was able to finish the job same day! It would’ve taken me days to finish these flower beds."

Morgan R on August 2023

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FAQs for engineer structural projects in Lexington, KY

To determine if a wall is load-bearing, start by checking your home’s original plans or asking a structural engineer. Exterior walls always carry weight, but interior ones only do if they sit over a beam or run perpendicular to floor joists. If a wall lines up with posts in the basement or falls directly under the roof ridge, assume it’s load-bearing and call a professional before attempting to remove it with a sledgehammer.

Calculating the wall load and sizing the beam must be performed by experts to ensure structural safety. You need a structural engineer to evaluate all load aspects and determine the proper beam dimensions. A professional engineer performs precise calculations and advises on any necessary enhancements, such as larger footings for support. An inspector then verifies that the revised structure meets all safety and code regulations before the finishing work begins.

Hiring a structural engineer is essential for ensuring your home remains structurally sound during any major renovation. Their responsibility is to deliver expert assessments and design recommendations for load-bearing modifications. The average cost to hire a structural engineer is $500, with rates ranging from $350 to $800. Consulting a licensed, experienced engineer guarantees that every structural project, whether constructing a new home or remodeling an existing one, is completed safely and efficiently.

Almost all load-bearing wall removals require a permit as they support everything above it, and building departments want proof that the new beam can handle the weight. Pulling a permit triggers plan review and inspections that confirm the work meets local code and safety standards. Skipping this step can lead to fines or being forced to rebuild later, so have your contractor pull the permit before work starts.

Removing a load-bearing wall to create an entrance for a carport or covered patio is a task that comes with defined cost implications. This modification requires extra structural adjustments to ensure safety and proper integration with the adjoining space. When you convert a wall into an entryway, you can expect to pay between $3,200 and $9,500, with an average cost of $6,400. The additional work required for this conversion reinforces the home’s integrity and ensures compliance with applicable building codes.

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