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Avatar for GM Carpentry & Remodeling LLC
GM Carpentry & Remodeling LLC
4.8(
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Serving New Fairfield, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Marcelo and Henry from GM Carpentry were awesome!! We originally hired him to replace some siding on our house, which then turned into a bigger job of needing to replace some of our roof (it's always something with home ownership...sigh!). But, Marcelo and his team were SO fast, responsive and reliable. Showed up when they said they would and finished the job (including all the extra stuff) in four days. 10000% hire him for anything carpentry and you won't be disappointed!"
lower deck structure
ramp
lower deck
upper deck
upper stairs

+37

Response time4 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Swanhart Woodworking LLC
4.6(
72
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Serving New Fairfield, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Working with Kenny at Swanhart Woodworking LLC was a terrific experience. He was able to design a dining room built-in and a custom mudroom for me based on pictures I had collected. The pieces that Kenny custom built are a beautiful addition to my home that I will enjoy for many years. He was professional in all aspects, finishing the job in a timely manner and always left my home clean and neat. I highly recommend this company for custom woodworking."
custom kitchen
custom cherry cabinets
pergola
 raised panels
custom kitchen

+17

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Economy Handy Carpenter, LLC
4.6(
329
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Serving New Fairfield, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Nixon provides great service in a timely manner. He and his crew were efficient, polite and respectful of the areas they worked in. They performed carpentry work that was excellent and quickly solved a roofing and sealing/painting issue for me. Nixon was responsive by phone and showed up when he said he was going to each time. His pricing was a bit on the high side and you get what you pay for. I will definitely be calling on Nixon and his crew again for future work."
Response time3 days
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Hasa Home Improvement, LLC
4.8(
93
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Serving New Fairfield, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Replaced the wooden deck boards with Trex, including new railings and stairs. Deck looks fantastic. Job was done quickly, professionally, and the area was cleaned up after the work."
Repairing done
Remove all the wood flooring and treated lumber
Before working
Deck repairing
The lower part of the deck

+134

Response time4 hrs
Response rate96%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Edie & Sons Construction Services, LLC
4.7(
42
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Serving New Fairfield, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Edie-Sons Construction re-did the synthetic stucco above my 2 car garage & a small wall where my loft is. What an absolute fantastic job they did. I have nothing but praise for he & his crew. Way to go guys...keep up the great work! Sorry so late to review but never forgotten...that speaks thousands! I most highly & absolutely recommend them."
New Deck
New Deck
New Deck
New Deck
New Deck

+1

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pro Handypainters LLC
4.3(
72
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Serving New Fairfield, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Joseph built a workbench, shelves, and shutters on our shed. He came prepared with all the tools and hardware needed. He worked hard, communicated well, and was very reasonable with his price. I will definitely hire him again."
Response time7 hrs
92 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Home Genius Exteriors
4.9(
384
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Serving New Fairfield, 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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Agile Construction and Home Improvement
4.7(
67
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Serving New Fairfield, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

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
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

There are a few easy ways to locate a wall stud without a stud finder. First, try knocking on the wall with your knuckles. Most parts of the wall will sound hollow, but when you tap over a stud, it will sound more solid. Alternatively, since studs are spaced 16 or 24 inches apart, you can measure those distances from a corner of the room, which will always have a stud.

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.

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.

One of the most common house framing basics for decades has been using wood for the framing work. However, some framing contractors now suggest using steel frames. Steel is lightweight, resistant to fire, and resistant to moisture, all of which are areas where wood framing could cause problems. However, steel framing is more expensive than wood and limits your ability to insulate the home.

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