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Avatar for Ron's Masonry
Ron's Masonry
5.0(
29
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Wood Stairs and Railings - RepairCarpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair

Serving Southport, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"I hired Ron's Masonry for yard work on May 27th, 2024. They helped me out when my original contractor refused to get back to me regarding my lawn and hedge situation. I cannot say it enough. Ron's Masonry is dependable and did an amazing job and saved me a lot of money and embarrassment. I will be recommending them to anyone who needs a hand. 5 star service.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ And I will be using them again. -Edward Coke, Stamford Connecticut resident"
Walkway
Steps
Footing
Walk
Walk

+36

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lasting Strength
5.0(
46
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Deck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace+6 more

Serving Southport, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I hired Adam and his team to frame and install my new kitchen including framing out a new pantry in a very difficult space as well as install a slider and reconfigure some walls. I am so pleased with the result. His attention to detail and work ethic are a rare find. I would recommend anyone needing any carpentry, framing, windows and doors work to contact him, you will not be disappointed."
tv cabinet built in
shower
wine cellar
built in
pergola

+116

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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GM Carpentry & Remodeling LLC
4.8(
22
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Carpentry Framing - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Southport, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Marcelo and Henry from GM Carpentry were awesome!! We originally hired him to replace some siding on our house, which then turned into a bigger job of needing to replace some of our roof (it's always something with home ownership...sigh!). But, Marcelo and his team were SO fast, responsive and reliable. Showed up when they said they would and finished the job (including all the extra stuff) in four days. 10000% hire him for anything carpentry and you won't be disappointed!"
lower deck structure
ramp
lower deck
upper deck
upper stairs

+37

Response time4 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Economy Handy Carpenter, LLC
4.6(
330
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+9 more

Serving Southport, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Nixon provides great service in a timely manner. He and his crew were efficient, polite and respectful of the areas they worked in. They performed carpentry work that was excellent and quickly solved a roofing and sealing/painting issue for me. Nixon was responsive by phone and showed up when he said he was going to each time. His pricing was a bit on the high side and you get what you pay for. I will definitely be calling on Nixon and his crew again for future work."
Response time10 hrs
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Agile Construction and Home Improvement
4.8(
78
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Southport, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Agile Construction was very professional. They asked what needed to get done and then came in and executed it flawlessly. They were able to answer my questions and explained the work and their methodology. They came to repair my window sill. And it looks way better than before."
Entry porch
House flip
House flip
House flip
House flip

+232

Response time4 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by52%of homeowners
Avatar for Aron Home Improvement, LLC
Aron Home Improvement, LLC
5.0(
26
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Deck or Porch - RepairExterior Shutters - Repair or RestoreInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Southport, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Lav and his team did an amazing job on my exterior trim and window frames. My house is a 125 year old stucco that the wood trim trim had been completely rotted. Now it look brand new! I also hired them to replace the original wood support columns in the basement with steel."
Decking
Decking
Decking
Decking
Decking

+1

Response time11 hrs
31 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
Avatar for Home Genius Exteriors
Home Genius Exteriors
4.9(
386
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Exterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

Serving Southport, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Thank you Rigo for your wonderful work! Sam, I canâ t thank you enough for your excellent customer experience! If Iâ m ever in need of roofing, siding, etc you will be the ONLY one I call!!"
978 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Elite Work Home Improvement LLC
5.0(
174
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Southport, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I recently hired them for a home renovation project, and I couldn't be happier with the results. Their team was professional, skilled, and attentive to every detail. The project was completed within the agreed-upon time frame, and the quality of their workmanship was outstanding. I highly recommend Elite Work Home Improvement for any construction or remodeling needs!"
Roof/Chimney Projects
Roof/Chimney Projects
Roof/Chimney Projects
Roof/Chimney Projects
Roof/Chimney Projects

+201

Response time7 hrs
Response rate99%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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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.

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.

Professionals charge between $60 and $95 per hour to install ornamental porch columns. The amount of time they need varies based on the condition of the porch, whether they need to remove old columns, and if there is any damage to your porch's structure. This cost can increase if more issues come up during the installation process.

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.

A few signs that you need a new door frame include:

  • The door no longer fits properly in its frame and sticks or scrapes.

  • You notice cracks, holes, or rotting.

  • You feel a draft coming from around the door when it’s closed.

  • You find yourself frequently needing to make repairs.

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