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Buckland Home Contractor
4.6(
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Serving Guilford, CT and surrounding areas

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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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+139

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Integrity Enterprises, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Guilford, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Steve and Mike have done several jobs at our house and I highly recommend them. They our professional and keep you informed of everything that is happening. They are always on time and if they are going to be late Chris will text you. They are fair and reasonable priced. I am very happy with everything they have done. Also they can help you with the best places to purchase the items you need for a project"
Luxury Vinyl Floor
Full Tile Bath
Custom Closet
Glass Door
New Vanity

+24

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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C.U. Building Dreams, LLC
5.0(
36
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Serving Guilford, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Claudio and his team did an AMAZING job with an expansive carpentry job that included demolishing 2 wall, adding support beams, installing sheetrock and trimming nearly an entire story of my home. Within 24 hours he provided me a very fair quote and started work the same week. We were working against a very tight timeline and I was blown away with how quickly, cleanly, and professionally his team worked. He communicated great throughout the job and offered a lot of great professional opinion, resulting in a very high quality product. I will absolutely be reaching out to C.U. Building Dreams for any future work."
Custom deck construction
Lower deck construction
Lower deck construction
New deck construction
New deck

+10

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Dave The Fixer
4.9(
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Serving Guilford, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Dave came to our home to install two ceiling fixtures. The finished product was completed expertly, properly and in a timely manner."
Complete Cellar
Entrance and Liquor Alcove
Response time2 days
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Home Genius Exteriors
4.9(
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Serving Guilford, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"What an incredible experience. Contacted them for siding consult, Chris from sales was very knowledgeable and easy to talk with. Gave us great recommendations for the design. We signed up and wow the siding was here in less than 10 days. The installers, Led by Daniel were incredible. They were courteous, friendly, neat and they were fast! You could see pride of work as they were doing the project. They were also on time each day, were there when they said they would be. AJ our project manager was awesome as well..Communicated frequently so we always knew what to expect. We are thrilled with our new home, siding is beautiful, this team is stellar! If we could give a 100 rating we would!"
429 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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The Masters Home Improvement
4.2(
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Serving Guilford, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired The Masters Home Improvement to come and de-popcorn one ceiling in my house that had popcorn texture. Kenny and his crew were able to work with my schedule to come out and get the job done. They also re-painted the ceiling, painted the room and all the trim. The room came out better than expected and I would recommend The Masters Home Improvement to anyone."
Response time3 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Costs depend on furniture type, size, complexity, and whether additional modifications are needed.

It’s best to use two screws to secure deck boards into every joist. Securing the boards to every joist makes the deck more structurally sound, while using two screws on the outer sides of the boards can help prevent warping and cupping.

Yes, you can hang picture frames, shelves, and other items on Trusscore panels. For lightweight items (less than 30 pounds), the company recommends using adhesive strips rather than nails or screws. However, you’ll need to secure heavier objects to a stud in the wall. In these situations, Trusscore recommends cutting away the panel material and fastening the object to the stud with metal hardware.

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.

Carpenters are trained to take on a wide range of home projects. You can hire a carpenter to do framing, roofing, build custom furniture, and make significant upgrades to your home. General carpenters are usually able to handle most jobs. However, you may also choose to hire a carpenter who specializes in a specific type of carpentry. 

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