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Avatar for Buckland Home Contractor
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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The Builders & Cleaners
4.9(
119
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Serving Guilford, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service! Highly recommend! David was prompt and very professional. We had damage to our gutters from strong wind gusts. David sent a handy man the same day we called, they repaired the damage quickly, and it was excellent work! Highly reliable!"
Dust out from the ductwork
Dust out from the ductwork
Clean vent
Clean vent
Dust in the return

+1787

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Integrity Enterprises, LLC
5.0(
49
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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 by95%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

"I contracted C.U. Building Dreams LLC to rebuild my back deck with a different footprint and to build a patio. Additionally, I had the siding on the back of the house replaced. Claudio and his team did an excellent job, adhering to a timely schedule and offering a fair price. They went above and beyond my expectations and maintained a high level of professionalism throughout the project. During Claudioâ s first visit, he collaborated with me to develop a proposed design, immediately showing me the new layout on his iPad. He produced a quote within a few days. Claudio was quick to resolve any unexpected issues that arose during the project. I would not hesitate to hire him and his team for future work."
Custom deck construction
Lower deck construction
Lower deck construction
New deck construction
New deck

+10

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
12 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
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%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

"The Masters Home Improvement company has done several jobs on our historic commercial building in downtown Madison. They are easy to reach and they come when they say they'll come. A vintage building has many quirks and sometimes repairs are complicated. They are resourceful problem solvers. Instead of saying that the only way to fix a problem is to buy all new components, they find a way to work with existing components, only buying new parts when necessary. Since they have in-house staff who can handle the work of a variety of trades there are no long waits for, say, an electrician to come. I highly recommend the The Masters Home Improvement company."
Response time3 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Agile Construction and Home Improvement
4.7(
64
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Serving Guilford, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Agile Construction was very professional. They asked what needed to get done and then came in and executed it flawlessly. They were able to answer my questions and explained the work and their methodology. They came to repair my window sill. And it looks way better than before."
Entry porch
House flip
House flip
House flip
House flip

+232

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by63%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

For maximum stability, install grab bars on wall studs, as this will adequately support the weight. However, if you don't have access to studs, you can get by with wall anchors. If opting for the latter, choose specialty hollow wall anchors. 

Framing most homes takes anywhere between five and eight weeks to complete. You’ll need to account for inclement weather conditions, material shipment times, the number of crew members, and the weight of your materials. If the weather is too hot, wet, or cold for the installation, this process could take closer to eight weeks.

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.

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.

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