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Above & Beyond Contracting
4.8(
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Serving Fairfield, CT and surrounding areas

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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
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+16

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Jireh Handyman LLC
4.6(
293
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Serving Fairfield, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Super punctual

"Helped replace some screens in our home. Was very quick to get back to me and came by the house the next day to complete the job. He was also helpful in answering some questions I had about a few other projects we have around the house and took the time to provide helpful insights. He kindly offered to fix a light fixture that needed to be screwed back in for free. It was a pleasure to work with Jireh and I would happily hire him again in the future!"
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+24

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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JR General Contractor, LLC
4.8(
15
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Serving Fairfield, CT and surrounding areas

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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
footings
concrete day
concrete day

+65

Response time2 days
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Solimine Contracting, LLC
4.1(
46
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Serving Fairfield, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The renovation of my two bathrooms was handling professionally, competently and efficiently from the planning stage to the end results. My questions were answered quickly and completely and any concerns were handled immediately. The staff from the contractor, Trevor, on impressed me with their knowledge, skill, and their work ethic. The bathrooms are beautiful! I heartily recommend this company."
Eclectic Kitchen - Red Open Stainless Steel Appliances
Traditional Kitchen - Red Open Small Light Gray Tile Back Splash
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New Canaan Home Renovation
Wrap Around Porch

+323

Response time2 days
54 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by63%of homeowners
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TimberWolf Contracting LLC.
4.2(
55
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Serving Fairfield, CT and surrounding areas

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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 time6 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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The Builders & Cleaners
4.9(
119
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Serving Fairfield, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A soft wall due to improperly installed gutter by some other entity or homeowner caused water to constantly leak into the wall from the exterior roofline. This soft wall grow moldy and become riddled with pests/bugs. The contractor identified the potential issues, agreed to explore and open the walls and discuss the conditions, made sound recommendations for repair and did exactly what was noted in the repair (replaced a load bearing exterior wall, fixed the sill plate, completed the roof, shingles etc. and closed up the walls on the inside with insulation and sheet rock.). The work was timely, well done, the workers were clean as they did the job and kept the rest of the property clean. The manager of the job David Apel was and is an excellent communicator with phone/email/text and photos of processes and progress. I am going to use this company in my own investment endeavors on other properties and projects given the level of finished work, the timing and especially the level of detailed communication."
Dust out from the ductwork
Dust out from the ductwork
Clean vent
Clean vent
Dust in the return

+1798

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Lux-Windoors
5.0(
12
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Serving Fairfield, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Listen to us when we say that these guys are the best. Peter isn’t just a contractor, he’s a visionary, and he quickly becomes a friend. Thanks to his patience, dedication, and guidance, our home was transformed into more than we could have imagined. These days, you can barely get contractors to return calls and finish projects, Peter and his team are the opposite. He was there to walk us through everything from start to finish, and helped us make sound decisions along the way. We trust him implicitly, and we just hope he’ll be available to work with us on our future projects :) Before and after photos to come. We can’t thank you enough, Lux-Windoors!!"
Andersen patio door
Andersen patio door
4 panel installation
Miscellaneous projects
Miscellaneous projects

+66

Response time5 hrs
Response rate92%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

House framing can be expensive because the materials are pricey, and the job requires a high level of expertise. The more complex the plans, the more expensive the job, but even the most basic frame needs to be installed with high-quality materials and precision. When pricing your home’s framework, remember that a sturdy frame is necessary to create a safe structure.

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

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.

Bump-out additions can extend anywhere from 2 to 15 feet from an existing room. The right size will depend on how you plan to use the new space. For a cantilever bump-out, which doesn't require additional foundation support, the limit is typically 24 inches (2 feet). If a footing and foundation are part of the project, a bump-out can be much larger, even encompassing a whole room. It's also important to remember that many residential properties have limits on the total house size relative to the lot size.

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