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Avatar for JR General Contractor, LLC
JR General Contractor, LLC
4.8(
15
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Serving Newtown, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Juliano was very responsive and receptive of ideas I had for the project. The work done turned out the way I wanted and was able to do it within my price range. The only thing I would say needs improvement is the cleanup afterwards. There was more saw dust leftover than I anticipated. Regardless, I would recommend and would hire again for further projects."
Footings starts
Footings starts
footings
concrete day
concrete day

+65

Response time2 days
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Solimine Contracting, LLC
4.1(
46
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Serving Newtown, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The renovation of my two bathrooms was handling professionally, competently and efficiently from the planning stage to the end results. My questions were answered quickly and completely and any concerns were handled immediately. The staff from the contractor, Trevor, on impressed me with their knowledge, skill, and their work ethic. The bathrooms are beautiful! I heartily recommend this company."
Eclectic Kitchen - Red Open Stainless Steel Appliances
Traditional Kitchen - Red Open Small Light Gray Tile Back Splash
Kitchen
New Canaan Home Renovation
Wrap Around Porch

+323

Response time2 days
52 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by63%of homeowners
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TimberWolf Contracting LLC.
4.2(
55
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Serving Newtown, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Timber did a great job on our house. We had the initial obstacle of the first contractor we hired being unable to complete the job. This is how we came across Timber. He picked up where the other company left off, repairing unsatisfactory work done by the first contractor. His workmanship showed when he had to come up with some creative solutions using the materials available to him. He was a great communicator and completed the job to our satisfaction, within the timeframe we agreed upon, and for a very fair price."
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+16

Response time6 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Lux-Windoors
5.0(
12
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Serving Newtown, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Listen to us when we say that these guys are the best. Peter isn’t just a contractor, he’s a visionary, and he quickly becomes a friend. Thanks to his patience, dedication, and guidance, our home was transformed into more than we could have imagined. These days, you can barely get contractors to return calls and finish projects, Peter and his team are the opposite. He was there to walk us through everything from start to finish, and helped us make sound decisions along the way. We trust him implicitly, and we just hope he’ll be available to work with us on our future projects :) Before and after photos to come. We can’t thank you enough, Lux-Windoors!!"
Andersen patio door
Andersen patio door
4 panel installation
Miscellaneous projects
Miscellaneous projects

+66

Response time5 hrs
Response rate92%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Economy Handy Carpenter, LLC
4.6(
329
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Serving Newtown, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The work that Nixon and his crew did in My momâ s hom was done efficiently and with great care for my motherâ s house. I found him to be responsive, creative, and the work was very reasonably priced. I would recommend him for both small and large projects."
Response time3 days
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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JM Construction
4.5(
23
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Serving Newtown, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jim did and amazing job. His work was exquisite and perfect. He was professional and the work was impeccable. He was friendly and very professional. He is the best and the only contractor I will be using for all my future hone projects. Jim thank you for your amazing work."
Response time1 day
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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K & X Services, LLC
4.9(
62
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Serving Newtown, 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
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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. 

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

Bump-out additions can extend anywhere from 2 to 15 feet from an existing room. The right size will depend on how you plan to use the new space. For a cantilever bump-out, which doesn't require additional foundation support, the limit is typically 24 inches (2 feet). If a footing and foundation are part of the project, a bump-out can be much larger, even encompassing a whole room. It's also important to remember that many residential properties have limits on the total house size relative to the lot size.

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.

Building a barndominium means converting a barn into a house. Barndominiums are becoming popular as spacious and stylish alternatives to typical housing structures. Old barns that become houses traditionally consist of wooden construction. However, newer structures, such as pole barns, often contain metal exteriors and roofs. Converting a metal outbuilding into a house presents an excellent opportunity to create a barndominium from metal.

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