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

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In business since 1978

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"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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Valerie Spencer Interiors LLC
5.0(
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Serving Meriden, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

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"Very well!! Brian did a great job installing 4 custom blinds in my home. Brian measured the rest of our widows and offered sound advice on how to accurately order blinds for them. I highly recommend Brian for his handyman services."
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Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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C.U. Building Dreams, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Meriden, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

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Emergency services offered

"We were very impressed with Claudio (owner) and his team from start to finish! The quality of his workmanship was outstanding! He was also very professional, provided a fair quote, great communicator, very reliable and arrived each day on time. They respected our property and cleaned up daily. As a home owner it is difficult to find a contractor with all these qualities. We HIGHLY RECOMMEND Claudio and his team!"
Custom deck construction
Lower deck construction
Lower deck construction
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New deck

+10

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arnold's Masonry and Construction LLC
4.8(
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Serving Meriden, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1973

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Emergency services offered

"We had a great experience with Arnold's Masonry. After interviewing several local masons, we chose Arnold to build a concrete sidewalk from our front steps to our driveway. We hired Arnold for his obvious knowledge, expertise, and experience. There was excellent communication and customer service throughout the process. We love our new sidewalk, and we highly recommend Arnold's Masonry!"
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Landscaping Project
Landscaping - Hardscaping & Pavers Project
Landscaping - Hardscaping & Pavers Project

+114

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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CRS Painting
5.0(
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Serving Meriden, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

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Small jobs welcome

"Roger and team also painted to match other wall. They helped us with many home projects beyond painting like electrical work, flooring, install vanities and tiles and handy man assembly, power washing house and walkways & more. I highly recommend!"
Response time2 days
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by36%of homeowners
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TimberWolf Contracting LLC.
4.2(
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Serving Meriden, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

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"Timber and Meghan were great to work with. The price for the work was extremely reasonable and Timber was very flexible and creative with solutions. The original plan was to power wash and treat the existing fence and pergola. Timber suggested going over the old fence with a new fence and building a new pergola.The overall cost for these changes was pretty much the materials. We provided Timber with a photo of a pergola that we found on line and he recreated it flawlessly. I cannot praise Timber highly enough. We are thrilled with the new deck. One of our friends is a retired home builder who is never impressed. He had nothing but praise for the quality and craftsmanship of the work. We already have plans to engage Timber for additional projects. PS We had to order a new dishwasher while Timber was here. He installed it for us and took the old one away."
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Response time6 days
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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. 

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.

Installing a tongue-and-groove wall requires similar techniques to those associated with installing shiplap. However, because of the precision necessary to make each board fit perfectly and the increased material prices, the cost is higher than that of shiplap installations. Expect to spend between $2 and $6 more per square foot for tongue-and-groove walls versus shiplap ones.

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

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.

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