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Avatar for JR General Contractor, LLC
JR General Contractor, LLC
4.8(
15
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Shelton, 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."
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concrete day

+65

Response time2 days
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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TimberWolf Contracting LLC.
4.2(
55
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Shelton, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I’m very pleased with the service and work I received from Timber Wolf contractors and his crew. He contacted me and arranged a time to look at the work I needed done. He promptly sent me a quote. He set up a time between our schedules to build my spiral staircase and replace a window with a vent. He arrived on time and completed the job beyond my satisfacon. I was so pleased with the results and communication I received, that I hired them to come to my other home to install "Flooring for my sunroom, pantry and hallway. They also painted trim and upgraded my hardware on my kitchen cabinets. I felt very comfortable with Timber and left him a key so I could go to work. I highly recommend Timber Wolf contractors for your home projects, they are professional, polite and hardworking. Respectfully, A. Saint"
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+16

Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Economy Handy Carpenter, LLC
4.6(
329
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Shelton, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

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 time10 hrs
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Lasting Strength
5.0(
46
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Shelton, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"We bought a 1950s house that needed a lot of updating and Adam and his team were responsible for taking down a wall between the living room and kitchen as well as building custom built ins for the living room and around the fireplace. All of the work was beautifully and expertly done and we have received compliments from everyone who has seen it. Throughout the project, we were consistently impressed by his attention to detail and his knowledge of what would and would not work. He went above and beyond ensuring our project was his focus and even coming by on weekends as needed. Unprompted he even acted as general contractor to other work going on prior to our moving in. We hope to use him for additional projects and would highly recommend him for any project."
tv cabinet built in
shower
wine cellar
built in
pergola

+116

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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203 Building & Remodeling
4.6(
32
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Shelton, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Coming from a woman's point of view I have had 3 contractors prior to Frank, and was very apprehensive hiring another contractor. Frank has great integrity, lets you know upfront the time frame for the project, and finishes on time with great results. Frank gets straight to the point, he has amazing workers. Not only have I gained an amazing contractor I gained an amazing friend.."
 ADDITION / RENOVATION
 ADDITION / RENOVATION
 ADDITION / RENOVATION
 ADDITION / RENOVATION
 ADDITION / RENOVATION

+270

11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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K & X Services, LLC
4.9(
62
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Shelton, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"It's tough to hire a contractor these days. You're always worried that you are going to make the wrong choice. My experience with Kristen and his crew was definitely beyond my expectations the communication is spot on there's no doubt as to what's going on the work is top notch and we are hiring them for more renovation work. I recommend them to everyone I know!!!"
Basement remodel
Addition
Porch enclosure
Response time2 days
Response rate88%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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RYANVICTOR Construction Corp.
4.7(
7
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Shelton, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are providers of construction services in the Tri-State area. Our mission is to maintain the highest quality and professionalism from start to finish. We are confident in our results because all our jobs are custom needs to each home. We strive for the highest degree of quality products and workmanship. During the years in business, Ryanvictor Construction Corp has satisfied many customers. It is our reputation of quality work, professionalism and customer service that our customers continue to rely on us for their needs. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer professionally. We base our reputation on service, safety, and quality. Call us today and find out how we can meet all of your construction repair, replacement, and installation needs!

Remodeling - General Project
Painting - Interior Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - General Project
Tiling, Painting - Interior Project

+129

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

For maximum stability, install grab bars on wall studs, as this will adequately support the weight. However, if you don't have access to studs, you can get by with wall anchors. If opting for the latter, choose specialty hollow wall anchors. 

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

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.

The average cost of DIY window framing is about $40 to $60 in materials. If you hire a window treatment professional, you’ll pay for materials plus labor costs—anywhere from $250 to $800 per window. The final cost is highly dependent on the window size, as larger windows are heavier and more difficult to install, as well as the type of window framing material.

Accurate measurements, sturdy materials, and seamless integration with other structures.

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