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Avatar for Connecticut Yankee Crafts LLC
Connecticut Yankee Crafts LLC
5.0(
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Furniture - Build CustomCustom Cabinets - Build

Serving Monroe, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

At Connecticut Yankee Crafts, we strive to match the quality of the legacy seen before us in this area and continue to do what the Shakers did best - creating high quality furniture made with the values of our forefathers before us.\n\nWe have immense pride in the quality of our work and are confident that we will craft the finest furnishings for your home. Let us know how we can help and we?ll get to work on the cabinets or furniture of your dreams.

Custom Island
Custom Bookcases
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Custom Bookcases
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by52%of homeowners
Avatar for Ansani Wood Creations
Ansani Wood Creations
4.0(
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceWood Stairs and Railings - RepairFurniture - Build Custom+4 more

Serving Monroe, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I hired Guill to build a walk in closet. He explained a few flaws with the design which I must confess it made a huge difference once everything was completed. I love my walk in closet Guill performed a professional and flawless work, thank you!"
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+3

Response time2 days
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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CRS Painting
5.0(
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Monroe, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired Celso for installing laminate flooring. He did an excellent job and he is very responsible and honest, and his price was great and affordable. I recommend his service. I'm very happy with my floors and also he is a good painter."
Response time2 days
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by36%of homeowners
Avatar for MS Painting & Home Improvement LLC
MS Painting & Home Improvement LLC
5.0(
21
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Monroe, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We are very pleased with project that MS painting and home improvement did . Converted basement which had cement walls , floors to a playroom for grandchildren. They had informative suggestions for materials used and safety features for children ."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Avatar for K & X Services, LLC
K & X Services, LLC
4.9(
62
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Carpentry Framing - InstallWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Monroe, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I've got a 112 year old hose that is pretty solid, but it had a cracked floor joist and part of the flooring wasn't properly supported. I hired Kristian and his team to install a couple of lally columns to support a carrying beam and sister a couple of floor joists. Many contractors wouldn't even return my call because I wasn't looking to complete a huge remodel job, but Kristian came over, gave me a fair verbal estimate on the spot, and worked with me on timing to complete the project. Not only that, but the solution wasn't overly complicated. The job was straightforward, completed exactly as described in the time described, and there was no scope creep. If I ever have a larger need, they'll certainly be my first call. I would highly recommend K&X construction if you need any services that they offer."
Basement remodel
Addition
Porch enclosure
Response time2 days
Response rate88%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Rahban Millwork, Inc.
Rahban Millwork, Inc.
4.9(
11
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Furniture - Build CustomCloset - BuildCustom Cabinets - Build

Serving Monroe, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"If I could hire Sayed for every future project in my house, I would! When other folks say they wonâ t end the job until the homeowner is happy, they never mean itâ ¦ but Sayed does. He made and installed gorgeous built-in cabinets/shelves in our den and replaced our fireplace surround with marble. The quality of his work is 10 out of 10 and his professionalism is an 11 out of 10. Heâ s genuinely a wonderful person who always does right by his customers. Whether itâ s installing a few extra bits of moulding to hide some speaker wires I forgot to tell him about, gifting us a stud finder when I commented on how cool his was, or bringing us treats back from Lebanon, Sayed was always thinking of ways to make the project enjoyable and special for us. My only request of Sayed is to learn how to install pools because thatâ s my next major project and I wish he could lead the project for me! TLDR: best contractor youâ ll ever hire!"
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+4

Response time3 hrs
Response rate94%
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Woodworking questions, answered by experts

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.

Carpentry is a skilled trade and requires many years of experience to acquire the skills necessary to do the job efficiently and correctly. Because every home requires a carpenter at some stage of the building process, carpenters are typically in high demand. The higher the skill level, the higher the hourly rate the carpenter can charge.

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. 

Wooden soffits, when properly cared for, can last between 10 and 25 years, depending on the type of wood and the climate you live in. Certain wood types will last longer than others, and you might want to consider the cost of replacing soffits when you break down the total project cost. While an initially higher-priced material might seem counterintuitive, it can make more financial sense if you don’t plan on moving. 

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.

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