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Avatar for Buckland Home Contractor
Buckland Home Contractor
4.6(
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Serving Old Saybrook, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 1978

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"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(
88
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Serving Old Saybrook, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"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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Integrity Enterprises, LLC
5.0(
50
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Serving Old Saybrook, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Steve and Mike have done several jobs at our house and I highly recommend them. They our professional and keep you informed of everything that is happening. They are always on time and if they are going to be late Chris will text you. They are fair and reasonable priced. I am very happy with everything they have done. Also they can help you with the best places to purchase the items you need for a project"
Luxury Vinyl Floor
Full Tile Bath
Custom Closet
Glass Door
New Vanity

+24

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Dave The Fixer
4.9(
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Serving Old Saybrook, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Dave came to our home to install two ceiling fixtures. The finished product was completed expertly, properly and in a timely manner."
Complete Cellar
Entrance and Liquor Alcove
Response time2 days
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Arnold's Masonry and Construction LLC
4.8(
170
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Serving Old Saybrook, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Arnold's is the only contractor I have ever had that comes in, does outstanding quality work, does it on time and on budget. I have used them twice and I strongly recommend them to anyone needing Masonry work. These guys are GREAT!"
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Landscaping - Hardscaping & Pavers Project
Landscaping - Hardscaping & Pavers Project

+114

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Home Genius Exteriors
4.9(
384
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Serving Old Saybrook, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Home Genius did a very professional and timely vinyl siding and gutter install.I am very pleased with the results and would highly recommend them to prospective clients. I would like to thank Chris,Kiersten, Daniel and crew,and AJ. It was a pleasure working with them"
437 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Omondi Woodworking
4.6(
172
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Serving Old Saybrook, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home or business as if it were our own. We offer a variety of quality furniture repair and cleaning services. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction! We are a professional team dedicated to providing you with excellent customer service. We offer professional and high quality services. Your satisfaction is important to us. All our services include a one year warranty.

Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Connecticut Yankee Crafts LLC
5.0(
19
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Serving Old Saybrook, CT and surrounding areas

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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
Custom Bookcases
Custom Bookcases
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by52%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

Framing most homes takes anywhere between five and eight weeks to complete. You’ll need to account for inclement weather conditions, material shipment times, the number of crew members, and the weight of your materials. If the weather is too hot, wet, or cold for the installation, this process could take closer to eight weeks.

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.

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. 

Modern brick houses are really stick-built homes with a brick facade for aesthetic purposes only, so most have framing. With genuine brick construction, most homeowners install furring strips over the interior of the brick and then install drywall over those strips to cover the brick wall, so they don’t have traditional framing.

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