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LaFemina Home Improvements

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LaFemina Home Improvements

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We provide multiple service such as carpentry, home improvements, flooring, carpet cleaning, decking, shed building, painting, and more. With that being said we are the cheapest around

We provide multiple service such as carpentry, home improvements, flooring, carpet cleaning, decking, shed building, painting, and more. With that being said we are the cheapest around

Rocco's Lawn Care & Snow Removal

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Rocco's Lawn Care & Snow Removal

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Rocco's Lawn Care and Snow Removal in Woodstock, CT serves the Quiet Corner with excellent customer satisfaction and best in class Lawn Care and Snow Removal expertise!

"Price was very reasonable, work was done promptly, quality of work was excellent. Did what he said he would do and did it on time. Rocco and his team were professional, pleasant, easy to deal with. I am having him and his team return to do some additional work and expect to use him for other yard/garden/landscaping projects in the future."

Sue H on May 2018

Rocco's Lawn Care and Snow Removal in Woodstock, CT serves the Quiet Corner with excellent customer satisfaction and best in class Lawn Care and Snow Removal expertise!

"Price was very reasonable, work was done promptly, quality of work was excellent. Did what he said he would do and did it on time. Rocco and his team were professional, pleasant, easy to deal with. I am having him and his team return to do some additional work and expect to use him for other yard/garden/landscaping projects in the future."

Sue H on May 2018

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Sunrise Construction

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Sunrise Construction

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Full service remodeling and repair construction company, specializing in antique building and repair as well as custom wood working.

Full service remodeling and repair construction company, specializing in antique building and repair as well as custom wood working.

Advanced Custom Carpentry

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Advanced Custom Carpentry

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22 years of experience

Advanced Custom Carpentry is a single member LLC which is very similar to a sole proprietor except for the legal business entity. I, Seth Arzt, work alone most of the time. If necessary I will hire subcontractors especially if there is plumbing or electrical work done as I am not licensed in those areas.

Advanced Custom Carpentry is a single member LLC which is very similar to a sole proprietor except for the legal business entity. I, Seth Arzt, work alone most of the time. If necessary I will hire subcontractors especially if there is plumbing or electrical work done as I am not licensed in those areas.

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Dock Building and Repair questions, answered by experts

In most areas, dock builders need some type of license. In some states, only a general construction license might be necessary, while a marine construction license is required in others. You can check online to see which is mandatory in your area, and then you can use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to make sure the company holds the proper license. Since dock construction is inherently dangerous, confirm with your builder that they are fully insured for everyone’s protection.

Here are a few other considerations before you build, even if you're convinced you're in compliance with the law:

  • Are you damaging the environment? Bodies of water are often delicate ecosystems, and building a dock can be destructive and disruptive to the wildlife.

  • Are you blocking access? Lots of people like to use a lake, so you need to make sure your dock doesn't block public access to the water.

  • Can you enclose the dock? Just because you can build a dock doesn't mean you can build any dock you want. Some areas don't allow enclosed docks, for example.

  • Do you need to follow any specific rules or guidelines? Check with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA) Office for Coastal Management for any guidelines you’ll need to follow, including size and type restrictions.

Docks can last between 20 and 30 years, provided regular maintenance has been performed. Upkeep tasks like staining your dock annually to prevent water damage, repairing broken elements quickly, and using dock covers regularly will help extend your dock’s life. Your dock is likely nearing the end of its lifespan when it shows signs of rot, rust, and foundation damage.

Bulging walls, cracks in the seawall's top or side, and the appearance of a seawall "pulling away" are all signs that you need repairs or reconstruction. The area around the seawall can also provide clues. For instance, you may notice water bubbling over in areas of your yard if your seawall has holes or cracks. The soil around the seawall may also appear to be sloping or sinking.

Regularly inspect for structural issues, clean debris, and apply sealant to protect from water damage.

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