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Above & Beyond Contracting
4.8(
81
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Bridgeport, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"If you're looking to remodel, hire Bud at Above & Beyond Contracting! Him and his crew were reliable, trustworthy, friendly and easy to work with. His quote was by far the most detailed & fair I received. If there was an issue, he put your mind at ease and took care of it. He recommended details I didn't even think of and it elevated the remodel & I love it. I am so happy with my renovation and couldn't be happier that I went with Above & Beyond Contracting."
Vanity and tub
Stand Up Shower
Shower fixtures
Kitchens
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+16

Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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JR General Contractor, LLC
4.8(
15
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Bridgeport, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Juliano was very responsive and receptive of ideas I had for the project. The work done turned out the way I wanted and was able to do it within my price range. The only thing I would say needs improvement is the cleanup afterwards. There was more saw dust leftover than I anticipated. Regardless, I would recommend and would hire again for further projects."
Footings starts
Footings starts
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concrete day
concrete day

+65

Response time2 days
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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TimberWolf Contracting LLC.
4.2(
55
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Bridgeport, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I’m very pleased with the service and work I received from Timber Wolf contractors and his crew. He contacted me and arranged a time to look at the work I needed done. He promptly sent me a quote. He set up a time between our schedules to build my spiral staircase and replace a window with a vent. He arrived on time and completed the job beyond my satisfacon. I was so pleased with the results and communication I received, that I hired them to come to my other home to install "Flooring for my sunroom, pantry and hallway. They also painted trim and upgraded my hardware on my kitchen cabinets. I felt very comfortable with Timber and left him a key so I could go to work. I highly recommend Timber Wolf contractors for your home projects, they are professional, polite and hardworking. Respectfully, A. Saint"
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+16

Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Solimine Contracting, LLC
4.0(
47
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Bridgeport, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It was a pleasure to work with John and Rick. The products we picked out were perfect for the remodel. The bathroom came out very nice and is a great improvement to the dated 1980s original it replaced. Work performed went well. Minor punch list items were completed prior to final payment. The only issue we ran into was getting the city out for the permit inspection in a timely manner. Job has been substantially complete since November and city was just out for inspection in April. On-site inspection passed - final closeout will be official letter from city in the mail. (This is the reason for the 4.5/5.0 rating as I was lead to believe the permit process was on track in October during the work.) Trevor and Jaime did a great job on the project and were very professional and neat with the jobsite. Would highly recommend Solimine for your home improvement needs."
Eclectic Kitchen - Red Open Stainless Steel Appliances
Traditional Kitchen - Red Open Small Light Gray Tile Back Splash
Kitchen
New Canaan Home Renovation
Wrap Around Porch

+323

Response time2 days
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by63%of homeowners
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Economy Handy Carpenter, LLC
4.6(
329
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Bridgeport, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The work that Nixon and his crew did in My momâ s hom was done efficiently and with great care for my motherâ s house. I found him to be responsive, creative, and the work was very reasonably priced. I would recommend him for both small and large projects."
Response time10 hrs
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Lasting Strength
5.0(
46
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Bridgeport, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I hired Adam and his team to frame and install my new kitchen including framing out a new pantry in a very difficult space as well as install a slider and reconfigure some walls. I am so pleased with the result. His attention to detail and work ethic are a rare find. I would recommend anyone needing any carpentry, framing, windows and doors work to contact him, you will not be disappointed."
tv cabinet built in
shower
wine cellar
built in
pergola

+116

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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203 Building & Remodeling
4.6(
32
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Bridgeport, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Coming from a woman's point of view I have had 3 contractors prior to Frank, and was very apprehensive hiring another contractor. Frank has great integrity, lets you know upfront the time frame for the project, and finishes on time with great results. Frank gets straight to the point, he has amazing workers. Not only have I gained an amazing contractor I gained an amazing friend.."
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Framing with metal studs can be significantly faster than using wooden studs, provided you have some experience working with the material. While you can use virtually instant pneumatic nailers with wood, metal requires installing screws. However, because metal is lighter, straighter, usually comes cut-to-length, and doesn't require sorting for the best pieces, you can save significant time using metal instead of wood.

When deciding whether to use nails or screws for framing, the specific needs of the project must be taken into account. Nails have long been the go-to option for framing due to their affordability, ease of installation, and ability to withstand shear forces. They are perfect for structural framing projects where fast assembly is essential. In contrast, screws offer exceptional holding power and are particularly useful in situations requiring increased strength and resistance to pull-out forces. For projects that prioritize accuracy and long-lasting quality, screws may be the preferred option, though nails remain a dependable and efficient choice.

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.

For a professional carpenter, installing a window seat can take anywhere from a few hours to a few days, depending on some aspects of the project. Aside from building the seat itself, if they have to remove any cabinets, shelves, or baseboards, that will add time to the project.

Yes, a 2x6 should hold a porch swing and safely support the load. A smaller joist runs the risk of it not offering enough support for the swing. If you have a joist smaller than 2x6, add additional bolstering support.

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