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Connecticut Yankee Crafts LLC
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Custom Cabinets - BuildFurniture - Build Custom

Serving Brooklyn, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"We recently had custom built-in bookshelves designed and installed by CT Yankee Crafts, and we couldn't be happier. From start to finish, the experience was an absolute pleasure. Nick was very communicative throughout the whole process, and he listened to our vision, then translated it onto paper and then into a beautiful masterpiece and a focal point in our new home. The best part is filling them up! Watching our book collection find its new home on these gorgeous, sturdy shelves has been so satisfying. It has completely transformed the room into a cozy sanctuary. Highly recommended for any custom woodwork!"
Custom Island
Custom Bookcases
Custom Bookcases
Custom Bookcases
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Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Roberts Construction LLC
5.0(
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Brooklyn, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Roberts Construction is my one and only go to for all site work and carpentry needs, they always provide exceptional service at a very reasonable price. Their team works extremely efficient. Gets the job done on time and right the first time."
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Sentri Homes
2.9(
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCustom Cabinets - Build

Serving Brooklyn, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very impressed with Sentri Homes - their customer service was excellent. They sent a subcontractor to install some vinyl laminate in my bathroom and he ended up getting glue all over the carpet in our bedroom. The sub ended up ghosting both me and Sentri, leaving me stuck with a ruined carpet. Sentri stuck with me for over a month to get the carpet replaced with the identical original and to get the vinyl job 100% completed. The carpet was a Home Depot exclusive and Sentri handled everything with them. I will be using Sentri for a much bigger renovation I have coming up soon, because I know that they will make sure everything gets done right no matter what problems come up. The vinyl looks great too."
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Sonart Construction Corp.
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Closet - BuildCustom Cabinets - BuildGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair+1 more

Serving Brooklyn, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I recently had my shingle roof replaced and I?m very happy with the results. The team was professional, punctual, and completed the job efficiently. The quality of the work is excellent, and the new roof looks great. They kept the work area clean and communicated well throughout the process. I would definitely recommend them to anyone needing a roof replacement."
Rick Racicot Services
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessFurniture - Build Custom

Serving Brooklyn, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Rick Racicot Services\n is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time3 days
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Donnelly's Old House
5.0(
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessGazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair - For Business+1 more

Serving Brooklyn, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Iâ ve had Tim do 2 projects at our house over the past few months, deck repair and then strengthening the deck, given poor initial construction when deck first built maybe 10 years ago by another contractor. Tim quickly diagnosed the problem each time, did very high quality work to fix the problems. He clearly cares about his work and doing things right. Very knowledgeable and friendly. And uses time efficiently, the work was done in a timely way. I would call him first for any home construction project. Also very fair pricing. One of the best contractors Iâ ve ever worked with all around. Very trustworthy. Thank you Tim! JG"
EXISTING DECK
EXISTING DECK
EXISTING DECK
NEW DECK
NEW DECK

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Response time11 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Woodworking questions, answered by experts

No, you do not usually tip a carpenter for their work. However, if you’ve been very happy with the level of service and quality of work, a 10% to 20% tip would likely be accepted with thanks. If you’re not sure, it can help to discuss the carpenter’s policy or preference for tipping before beginning the project.

There are two ways you can cut trim for doorways: with a miter saw or a table saw. Mitered joints need a 45-degree angle. If you’re unfamiliar with a miter saw, you might want to consider buying extra trim pieces or choosing butted joints instead. One wrong cut, and you’ll need to power up the saw again with a new piece. 

Butted joints—also called shaker style—don’t need a 45-degree angle. Instead, your side pieces attach perpendicularly to the header trim and only require a straight cut.

If you don’t have a power saw with a blade where you can adjust the angle, you could use a miter box and hand saw to make the cuts. The miter box contains wide slots to support the piece of baseboard and other narrow slots to accommodate the blade of the hand saw. However, it’s tough to make non-standard cuts beyond 30 or 45 degrees when using a miter box.

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.

Landscape timbers can last 10 to 20 years in the ground when installed correctly. Pressure-treated timbers will last longer than non-treated ones, as pressure treatment makes the wood more rot-resistant. Wood exposed to high moisture levels or extreme temperature and weather fluctuations may not last as long as wood in drier areas with more consistent weather.

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