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Avatar for Buckland Home Contractor
Buckland Home Contractor
4.6(
85
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Durham, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Kurt did a great job and was very efficient. He was able to repair all rot, and at a fraction of the cost of several other estimates. He repaired several window frames and replaced some of the baseboards. I was worried about having to replace siding, but only one small piece had to be replaced. Kurt is a great contractor and is very reliable and honest. We are planning to hire him to do more work on the back of our house."
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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SRC Partners
5.0(
6
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Durham, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They were super excellent. It couldn't be better. 100% I would use them again. They coordinated everything together. He walks in time to time to check the contractors. He was very easy to reach and he address all my needs in a timely manner."
North Haven Addition
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North Haven Addition
Pantry area complete
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+3

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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TimberWolf Contracting LLC.
4.2(
55
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Durham, 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%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Gove Restoration LLC
4.9(
141
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Durham, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This contractor is first class in every aspect of their work. Starting with the estimate process, there’s no uncertainty with what they are doing. They provide a very detailed estimate and it’s clear what’s included and what is not. Very refreshing to see the details described in their estimates. Their work is second to none and every employee is kind and addresses any question you have right away. They actually make you feel like you’re their best and only customer. This is our 4th home and we’ve worked with contractors for over 20 years, I’ve never seen such attention to detail and high quality work before. This contractor takes their time and even when no one is looking, they will redo things to make it perfect. My wife and I were happy with the work and there were some very minor items they didn’t like when they did the final inspection/walk through and they fixed it on their nickel. We didn’t even notice it but their attention to detail picked it up. You can’t find a better contractor to work on your home. We’ve spoken to others that have used them and it’s the same story. We’ve never heard a bad word about them or their work. They were prompt, there were no hidden costs and the work was perfect. If you’re looking for high quality work and great customer service, Gove Restoration has it all."
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Noah D. Garvey
4.8(
125
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Durham, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Chris, and his team, are AWESOME!!! I canâ t say it enough; finding a contractor that you instantly gel with is tough. Chris made the entire process; from first meeting to close out, seamless and easy. Wondering if you made the right choice for a contractor is a tough decision. Chris is down to earth, easy to talk to, and very assistive throughout the entire process. He will shop with you to figure out what your looking for and offer great perspective. If your thinking about a project; and want a GREAT ONE, have Chris come out and price your project. We arenâ t done using him for other projects yet either!"
Alexander dr
Maple ave
Home st
Cheshire
wallingford

+71

Response time9 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Riccio Construction
4.9(
9
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Durham, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I dealt with the owner Paul who really understands all homes are not alike. He gave me options and didn't try and push some deal of the month on me. He was able to custom order what I needed and install it professionally. He even painted the trim and cleaned up the mess!"
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Response time6 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Aestheticore Construction LLC
5.0(
2
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Durham, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"I needed to have the old flooring removed and the new flooring put down. They team was very professional. They realized the subflooring was messed up in a section and made sure to stop and communicate so the job can be doone correctly. I appreciated that factor and was able to approve a replacement of the messed up board the great thing was they were still able to finish the job in the time frame they originally stated! I plan to use them for all jobs moving forward. Priced fair,quality work, and friendly and professional!"
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rouse Renovations LLC
5.0(
2
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Durham, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We recently had our foyer completely transformed by Glenn and his crew, and I truly can’t say enough good things about the experience. From start to finish, the professionalism, kindness, and customer service were exceptional. What stood out most was that there was never any pushback, every idea or question was met with “yes, we can do that,” and Glenn always approached the project with patience, confidence, and genuine care. He was incredibly accurate with the project timeline, kept the workspace clean and organized every day, and was very conscientious about working in our home. His crew was professional, respectful, and hardworking throughout the entire process. Most importantly, the final result absolutely brought my vision to life. Glenn truly made my dream foyer a reality. The craftsmanship and attention to detail are beautiful, and you can tell he is extremely talented, knowledgeable, and takes pride in his work. We are beyond happy with the outcome, highly recommend!"
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

You can enclose an open carport, however, there are several things to consider before opting to do so. You'll want to check local building codes and permit requirements before proceeding to make sure it’s legal. While you can sometimes stick-frame a carport enclosure, pre-fab kits are also available. Remember that you'll likely need to meet concrete slab regulations and provide lighting inside the structure. Both of which could substantially drive up costs.

While framing a basement is not as difficult as finishing a basement, it's something you should typically leave to the pros. That’s because if something is installed correctly, it will affect your entire basement. However, you can take care of some of the smaller tasks, like filling holes or putting up some insulation.

Framing a house with steel generally takes less time—around five to eight weeks—than most building materials. The steel components can also be made quickly off-site and manufactured with pre-punched holes for running piping and electrical wiring, which will lessen the prep work and extra labor during construction.

There are both temporary and permanent ways to enclose a carport. If you’re looking to enclose your carport for the winter, a canvas enclosure could do the trick. It won’t be as protective as a permanent structure, but it can offer some protection from elements like snow, rain, and wind. For a permanent enclosure, you can add extra walls, add a new vertical roof, or a lean-to addition on one side of the structure.

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