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Smart Flooring and Remodeling Solutions
5.0(
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Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

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Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"They were GREAT! Communicated super clearly and were flexible as my vision for the job evolved. Took care of flooring, drywall, painting, and some electrical work as well. Highly recommend"
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Response time2 days
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Ruiz Enterprises LLC
4.9(
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Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Things went very well, I am very pleased, Very involved and great workmanship. Definitely would recommend and will hire again on other projects."
New deck
Composite Deck
Update and Upgrade
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This is what the deck looked like before we did any work

+401

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Statesville Masonry
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Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are very pleased with our screen porch. Joe told us up front how much the project would cost and how long it would take to complete. The workers did a great job and worked hard to make the vision we had for the porch . It was very helpful that we had other projects in our neighborhood to look at and talk to the homeowners. Overall we are very pleased with the job and the workers."
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3Season room
Decks & Porches Project
Concrete - Stamped & Decorative Project
Carpentry - Unfinished Project

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FAQs for shed, barn or playhouse building service projects in Locust, NC

Most sheds larger than six feet by eight feet require a foundation to remain level and dry. A compact tool shed might get by without one, but anything heavier should sit on at least a 4-inch-thick stone-and-gravel pad that extends two feet past the walls. The gravel protects wood skids and promotes drainage. If you want maximum stability—and your budget allows—a poured concrete slab is the strongest option.

Your ideal shed size hinges on purpose. A common 10-by-12-foot kit gives you 120 square feet—plenty for lawn tools and bikes. Need just a spot for a mower and a few rakes? A compact 4-by-7-foot model should work. If you’re envisioning a workshop or hobby room, look at 12-by-16 feet or larger.

A good rule is to raise the shed floor four to six inches above the surrounding soil. That clearance encourages water to drain away instead of pooling beneath the structure. The simple step is especially important for wood floors and skids, helping deter rot, mold, and insect damage while extending the life of your new outbuilding.

Choose the route that fits your goals. Prefab sheds arrive in standard layouts and go up fast—perfect for basic storage on a tight timeline. Custom builds cost more and take longer, but let you add windows, wiring, plumbing, and unique finishes. Balance budget, features, and timeframe before deciding which type of shed is best for your needs.

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