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Avatar for EREG PROPERTY MAINTENANCE & MANAGEMENT
EREG PROPERTY MAINTENANCE & MANAGEMENT
5.0(
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving East Lyme, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jack responded with a quote the same day and completed the work the following day. Pricing was fair and was actually less than his original quote. Steps and new ramp look great and the rotted door frame is now solid."
Various Handyman Projects
Handyman Services Project
Plumbing Project
Handyman Services Project
Handyman Services Project

+4

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Integrity Enterprises, LLC
5.0(
51
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Carpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving East Lyme, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am absolutely delighted with the incredible work that Chris and his team did on my home. The new floors and complete kitchen remodel are absolutely stunning, and the craftsmanship is truly exceptional. From start to finish, the entire process was seamless. Your attention to detail, professionalism, and dedication to delivering high-quality work exceeded all of my expectations. My new kitchen and floors have completely transformed my home, and i could not be happier with the results. Thank you so much for your hard work and outstanding service. I would highly recommend your services to anyone looking for a top-tier contractor. Denise Testori"
Luxury Vinyl Floor
Full Tile Bath
Custom Closet
Glass Door
New Vanity

+24

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Connecticut Yankee Crafts LLC
5.0(
21
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving East Lyme, 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
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
Avatar for A1 Pro Inc
A1 Pro Inc
4.6(
120
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving East Lyme, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Very professional team. The whole crew did an excellent job on my old deck removal & more than excellent on building my new trex deck. I would highly recommend A1 to anyone that needs any kind of home repair improvements done. Professional, Clean up every day & I would hire again for any future major home projects."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate98%
111 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Sky City Home Improvement, LLC
Sky City Home Improvement, LLC
4.4(
91
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving East Lyme, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Vasyl and his team did an excellent job repairing my exterior porch and painting the interior of the porch. Very reasonably priced and the work was done in a timely manner. Everything was left neat and clean at the end of the day.Vasyl was very good at keeping in contact on the project plans. Would definitely recommend and would use them for future projects."
Waterbyry build new deck
Waterbyry build new deck
Waterbyry build new deck
Waterbyry build new deck
New deck (Mystic CT)2016

+297

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
52 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Amerigreen Contracting Services, LLC
Amerigreen Contracting Services, LLC
4.4(
24
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairCloset - Build+4 more

Serving East Lyme, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"James Ruth and his partner were skilled professionals at all aspects of what I contracted them to do, drywall repair, ceiling spray time caulk and paint room prep and paint, etc. They were courteous of our presences and diligently completed their work and cleaned up after."
 View from the Road
 BEDROOM 1
 LIVING ROOM
 TILE INSTALLATION
 Solid Stain on Beachfront Home

+56

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Best Home Performance, LLC
4.7(
26
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving East Lyme, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did my attic, they did my whole house. He does a great job, he is a gentleman, and he is reasonable and fair. He also does some carpentry too. Highly recommended. He is an asset to everybody."
Garage wall in Wallingfor
Insulation
Insulation
Insulation
Insulation

+2

Response time11 hrs
Response rate96%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

No rules state how much of a load-bearing wall can be removed. Rather, you need to adequately support any area that is removed. Support should always be added to as much wall area is being removed. Failing to support the area properly will result in structural damage.

Joists do distribute their load to beams, but they don’t sit on top of the beams. Instead, home builders nail or screw the joists directly to the beams such that the end of the joist butts up against the edge of the beam. Beams can sit on other beams for support, but you’ll never see a joist sitting on top of a beam or another joist.

Costs depend on desk size, labor, included features like drawers or motorized height adjustments, and required wall anchoring.

While some highly experienced homeowners can frame a house independently, it is not advisable. You will need ample carpentry experience, a team of helpers, and professionals to sign off on your work to meet local building codes. For the safest outcome, we recommend buying or building a house with the guidance of professionals.

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