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Connecticut Yankee Crafts LLC
5.0(
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Oakdale, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"We recently had custom built-in bookshelves designed and installed by CT Yankee Crafts, and we couldn't be happier. From start to finish, the experience was an absolute pleasure. Nick was very communicative throughout the whole process, and he listened to our vision, then translated it onto paper and then into a beautiful masterpiece and a focal point in our new home. The best part is filling them up! Watching our book collection find its new home on these gorgeous, sturdy shelves has been so satisfying. It has completely transformed the room into a cozy sanctuary. Highly recommended for any custom woodwork!"
Custom Island
Custom Bookcases
Custom Bookcases
Custom Bookcases
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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A1 Pro Inc
4.6(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Oakdale, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Very professional team. The whole crew did an excellent job on my old deck removal & more than excellent on building my new trex deck. I would highly recommend A1 to anyone that needs any kind of home repair improvements done. Professional, Clean up every day & I would hire again for any future major home projects."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate98%
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Quality Restoration, LLC
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Exterior Shutters - Install or Replace - For BusinessExterior Shutters - Repair or Restore - For BusinessWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Oakdale, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Very positive experience from start to finish plan to use them for future work and have recommended them to two other people good service showed up for the estimate and for the work as promised"
Response time7 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Best Home Performance, LLC
4.7(
26
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Oakdale, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The owner was very knowledgeable and did a great job discussing the process. The two men who did the work were very nice and answered any questions I had. The job was done perfectly and when done could not tell they were ever there. I would highly recommend using them for any home improvement project."
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Response time11 hrs
Response rate96%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mr. Handyman of Norwich, New London and Glastonbury
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Oakdale, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Mr. Handyman is your one-stop shop for a wide range of home maintenance and repair solutions. Our service technicians are highly skilled craftsmen with over 10 years experience in the field. Each member of our team is an employee of Mr. Handyman, not a subcontractor. We can accommodate small projects like changing light bulbs, to larger projects like deck builds and interior renovations. Our technicians are skilled in a variety of craft from frame to finish. We hold a valid Home Improvement Contractor license, offering services such as drywall, flooring, carpentry, light electrical & plumbing, decking, framing, and many more. Our service technicians are background checked and drug tested. We are licensed, bonded, insured, and guarantee our work.

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

While it is possible to build a wooden carport yourself, especially if you are skilled in carpentry, professional construction is recommended. Professionals ensure structural integrity, proper anchoring, correct alignment, and the use of quality materials for a stable and durable result.

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

Yes, walls on the top floor can be load-bearing if stacked on the floor’s foundation.

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