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Avatar for MDF Painting and Power Washing, LLC.

MDF Painting and Power Washing, LLC.

500 West Putnam Avenue #400A
4.45(
20
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MDF Painting and Power Washing, LLC.

500 West Putnam Avenue #400A
4.45(
20
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
152 local quotes requested
30 years of experience

In 1995, MDF Painting started to paint homes in the neighborhoods of New Haven County. Since that time, MDF has grown into a national "leader in the residential painting industry." Today, we proudly provide painting, pressure washing, deck refinishing, carpentry and interior design services to residents throughout Connecticut. MDF is a business founded on the basic principles of honesty, integrity, and excellence in customer service. Thank you for taking the time to explore our website and find out more about the service and value we provide.

"Overall very dissatisfying and frustrating experience. Scheduling, coordination and quality were unacceptable. I had a week to complete the project and was told that it would not be an issue, however the timeline was not met and painters had to come back to fix their mistakes."

Alex T on December 2019

In 1995, MDF Painting started to paint homes in the neighborhoods of New Haven County. Since that time, MDF has grown into a national "leader in the residential painting industry." Today, we proudly provide painting, pressure washing, deck refinishing, carpentry and interior design services to residents throughout Connecticut. MDF is a business founded on the basic principles of honesty, integrity, and excellence in customer service. Thank you for taking the time to explore our website and find out more about the service and value we provide.

"Overall very dissatisfying and frustrating experience. Scheduling, coordination and quality were unacceptable. I had a week to complete the project and was told that it would not be an issue, however the timeline was not met and painters had to come back to fix their mistakes."

Alex T on December 2019


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Outstanding Pressure Washing Service

59 Noe Place
5.00(
19
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Outstanding Pressure Washing Service

59 Noe Place
5.00(
19
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
11 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

We have the experience, and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Outstanding Pressure Washing Service strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service-oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

"Nelson and Joseph did a very thorough job. We will use them again. "

Stewart M on April 2025

We have the experience, and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Outstanding Pressure Washing Service strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service-oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

"Nelson and Joseph did a very thorough job. We will use them again. "

Stewart M on April 2025


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Floors And More By Erick LLC

276 Lynne Place
5.00(
1
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Floors And More By Erick LLC

276 Lynne Place
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

Here at Floors And More By Erick LLC, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Proud member of BNI-Connecticut chapter

"I recently had the pleasure of working with Floors And More By Erick LLC, and I couldn't be more satisfied with the experience! Erick, the owner, demonstrated exceptional communication throughout the entire process. He was always available to answer my questions and provided valuable guidance on installing the right flooring for my needs. The quality of work delivered by his team was outstanding, and they completed the project on time and with great attention to detail. It's clear that customer satisfaction is a top priority for Erick and his team. I highly recommend Floors And More for anyone looking for reliable flooring services. Five stars for an excellent experience!"

Kenneth S on February 2025

Here at Floors And More By Erick LLC, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Proud member of BNI-Connecticut chapter

"I recently had the pleasure of working with Floors And More By Erick LLC, and I couldn't be more satisfied with the experience! Erick, the owner, demonstrated exceptional communication throughout the entire process. He was always available to answer my questions and provided valuable guidance on installing the right flooring for my needs. The quality of work delivered by his team was outstanding, and they completed the project on time and with great attention to detail. It's clear that customer satisfaction is a top priority for Erick and his team. I highly recommend Floors And More for anyone looking for reliable flooring services. Five stars for an excellent experience!"

Kenneth S on February 2025


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George Painting & Home Improvement, LLC

46 Raymond Street
4.80(
10
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George Painting & Home Improvement, LLC

46 Raymond Street
4.80(
10
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

George Painting, We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today! At (203-521-7054)

"George and his brother Gus provided fabulous quality and service. I had renters booked into the house and was up against a deadline to finish the project. George and his gus worked Saturday to meet the deadline. I will definately hire them again. Mavis"

Mavis T on August 2023

George Painting, We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today! At (203-521-7054)

"George and his brother Gus provided fabulous quality and service. I had renters booked into the house and was up against a deadline to finish the project. George and his gus worked Saturday to meet the deadline. I will definately hire them again. Mavis"

Mavis T on August 2023


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J.D. Roofing

146 Derby Avenue
4.99(
53
)
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J.D. Roofing

146 Derby Avenue
4.99(
53
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
27 years of experience

J.D. Roofing is your first choice for all of your asphalt shingle roofing needs! We specialize in full tear-offs, skylight replacements and roofing repairs. We have over 20 years of experience in the industry and will get your roof done right, quickly and efficiently. Our experienced roofing technicians will keep you in the loop about your roofing project. We look forward to working with you give us a call!

"Great work. On time. Reasonable cost. "

Stephanie S on June 2025

J.D. Roofing is your first choice for all of your asphalt shingle roofing needs! We specialize in full tear-offs, skylight replacements and roofing repairs. We have over 20 years of experience in the industry and will get your roof done right, quickly and efficiently. Our experienced roofing technicians will keep you in the loop about your roofing project. We look forward to working with you give us a call!

"Great work. On time. Reasonable cost. "

Stephanie S on June 2025


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Azteca's Iron Works, LLC

204 Dekalb Ave
5.00(
2
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Azteca's Iron Works, LLC

204 Dekalb Ave
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
9 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet consumer needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from the start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"They are Very courteous and prompt."

Carmine S on January 2024

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet consumer needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from the start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"They are Very courteous and prompt."

Carmine S on January 2024


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Mastak, LLC

55 Fowler Street
5.00(
8
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Approved Pro

Mastak, LLC

55 Fowler Street
5.00(
8
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

Detailed efficient dependable With over 7 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. We work for our customers on their schedule, as to make it as convenient as possible for you! We working with decks, porches, gazebos, patios, garage doors, fencing, trims, baseboards, floors, install windows and doors, kitchens, bathrooms etc. We look forward to working with you! Sincerely, Mastak LLC.

"Exceptional work! I sent in my request for the job and they came within a day and a half, got the job done in just a few hours. They are also open to all your opinions and critiques. Their customer service and punctuality was really great. It took me and my family days and hours to try and do the job ourselves, but Mastak are pros. My doors look so good! Thank you so much!"

Zamiera L on September 2023

Detailed efficient dependable With over 7 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. We work for our customers on their schedule, as to make it as convenient as possible for you! We working with decks, porches, gazebos, patios, garage doors, fencing, trims, baseboards, floors, install windows and doors, kitchens, bathrooms etc. We look forward to working with you! Sincerely, Mastak LLC.

"Exceptional work! I sent in my request for the job and they came within a day and a half, got the job done in just a few hours. They are also open to all your opinions and critiques. Their customer service and punctuality was really great. It took me and my family days and hours to try and do the job ourselves, but Mastak are pros. My doors look so good! Thank you so much!"

Zamiera L on September 2023


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Theodore Swedock

81 Barmore Drive East
New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro

Theodore Swedock

81 Barmore Drive East
New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro
5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Todd Swedock is your one stop shop for all of your Tree removal needs! We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. Give us a call today!

Todd Swedock is your one stop shop for all of your Tree removal needs! We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. Give us a call today!


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Thomas Gianni & Sons, Inc.

1 Nutmeg Valley Raod
4.50(
4
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Approved Pro

Thomas Gianni & Sons, Inc.

1 Nutmeg Valley Raod
4.50(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
70 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Welcome to Thomas Gianni & Sons, Inc. We are a family owned General Building Contractors serving the Greater Waterbury Connecticut area since 1955. Our service includes all kinds of remodeling, renovations, and services work of residential, commercial and industrial properties. We are fully insured and certified. Our quick and responsive service and our dedicated personnel are ready to serve your needs with complete satisfaction. Visit our website for more information on what we can do to improve or fix your home or business! http://www.tgianni.com

"My review of the work I have had done by Thomas Gianni & Sons Inc.. They really did a great job of working on my property. I call their office and asked to get some excavation of removing a couple of tree stumps in my yard and to put down approx. 20 yds. of gravel in an area near my shed. It was just about three or four days and they call me back to confirm to come out the next day, June 22. Their employee came by early in the morning and went over all the project. Figured out what equipment he needed and measured up for the materials and started the work about an hour later. He was very cautious and caring about minimal damaging to the yard. After removing the stumps he graded the surrounding area with the machine to the point where I only needed to rake it out to plant new grass. The gravel was put down flat and clean; not a mess. I would definitely hire them again."

Paul T on June 2020

Welcome to Thomas Gianni & Sons, Inc. We are a family owned General Building Contractors serving the Greater Waterbury Connecticut area since 1955. Our service includes all kinds of remodeling, renovations, and services work of residential, commercial and industrial properties. We are fully insured and certified. Our quick and responsive service and our dedicated personnel are ready to serve your needs with complete satisfaction. Visit our website for more information on what we can do to improve or fix your home or business! http://www.tgianni.com

"My review of the work I have had done by Thomas Gianni & Sons Inc.. They really did a great job of working on my property. I call their office and asked to get some excavation of removing a couple of tree stumps in my yard and to put down approx. 20 yds. of gravel in an area near my shed. It was just about three or four days and they call me back to confirm to come out the next day, June 22. Their employee came by early in the morning and went over all the project. Figured out what equipment he needed and measured up for the materials and started the work about an hour later. He was very cautious and caring about minimal damaging to the yard. After removing the stumps he graded the surrounding area with the machine to the point where I only needed to rake it out to plant new grass. The gravel was put down flat and clean; not a mess. I would definitely hire them again."

Paul T on June 2020


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CRS Painting

10 Liberty St Apt 30
4.97(
17
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Approved Pro

CRS Painting

10 Liberty St Apt 30
4.97(
17
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
38 local quotes requested
19 years of experience

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in Additions and Kitchen Remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Very professional. They were prompt, polite, and efficient. They did a great job. I am hiring them for another job. "

Mattie O on October 2025

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in Additions and Kitchen Remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Very professional. They were prompt, polite, and efficient. They did a great job. I am hiring them for another job. "

Mattie O on October 2025

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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.

You can choose 5/8-inch plywood or 3/4-inch plywood—anything thinner than these sizes may not withstand the impact of debris propelled by strong winds or can be easily torn off by intruders. Remember that the durability of the wood board is crucial, particularly for safeguarding your windows during severe storms. The effectiveness of using wood boards for protecting the investment you made in your home relies on using the appropriate material and ensuring proper installation.

Yes, a 2x6 should hold a porch swing and safely support the load. A smaller joist runs the risk of it not offering enough support for the swing. If you have a joist smaller than 2x6, add additional bolstering support.

You can use a nail to find ceiling joists, but it’s not as reliable as a stud finder, and you’ll end up with lots of small holes in your ceiling. If the nail hits a joist, you'll feel increased resistance. Mark the spot with a pencil. Repeat this process regularly along the ceiling, 16 or 24 inches apart, until you've mapped out the joist locations.

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. 

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