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Avatar for Custom Wood Furniture and Cabinets
Custom Wood Furniture and Cabinets
4.9(
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Serving Stratford, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Perfect. They did excellent work. Very professional and very clean as well. I don't think another carpenter could have done what needed to be done as well as Carlos did. I am extremely pleased."
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Dinning Room Buffet

+35

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Lasting Strength
5.0(
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Serving Stratford, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"We hired Lasting Strength to tear down and build a new deck. Adam and his team of Marco and Danny were great to work with. They showed up on time, listened to our requests, and came in on budget. We also had them do various other odd jobs including re-grouting the shower tiles. All their work was expertly and beautifully done. And Adam was exceptional in finding solutions to challenging projects. We highly recommend them."
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shower
wine cellar
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pergola

+116

Response time3 days
Response rate89%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Economy Handy Carpenter, LLC
4.6(
329
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Serving Stratford, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Nixon and his crew went far beyond expectations when repairing damage to my home and its siding. Now that the job is completed, it is impossible to imagine that there was any damage at all. The siding is in perfect condition. I c"
Response time3 days
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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JAAC CONSTRUCTION, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Stratford, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I couldn’t be happier with the carpentry work that was done for me. From start to finish, the professionalism, skill, and attention to detail were outstanding. Every measurement was precise, the craftsmanship was top-quality, and the final result exceeded my expectations. The work area was kept clean, the job was completed on time, and communication throughout the process was clear and respectful. You can tell this is someone who truly takes pride in their work. Everything feels solid, well-built, and finished to a very high standard. I would absolutely recommend this carpenter to anyone looking for reliable, high-quality workmanship. I’ll definitely be using their services again in the future."
Steel beams restoration
Concrete repair
Commercial renovation
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Commercial renovation

+15

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Goodman Building Company, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Stratford, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Mike did a great job remodeling my apartment, including total kitchen and bath remodeling and new floors throughout. Reliable and well worth it. Highly recommend."
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Milford Home Renovation

+149

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Home Genius Exteriors
4.9(
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Serving Stratford, 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"
432 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Aron Home Improvement, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Stratford, CT and surrounding areas

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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
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Decking
Decking

+1

Response time10 hrs
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Agile Construction and Home Improvement
4.7(
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Serving Stratford, CT and surrounding areas

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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
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House flip

+232

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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CRS Painting
5.0(
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Serving Stratford, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired CRS painting to install wainscoting and paint my bathroom. They provided me with a quote on a Saturday and finished the work by the following Friday. They are professional, conscientious and the quality of the work is superior. I would hire them again for my next job."
Response time2 days
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by36%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

Most Cape Cod houses are two stories tall at the peak, although they’re considered one-and-a-half stories tall because the steep roof pitch cuts off a portion of the living space on the second story. Unless you raise the roof on your Cape Cod house to add a dormer, the interior rooms upstairs will lose some usable living space to the sloped ceilings.

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

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.

House framing can be expensive because the materials are pricey, and the job requires a high level of expertise. The more complex the plans, the more expensive the job, but even the most basic frame needs to be installed with high-quality materials and precision. When pricing your home’s framework, remember that a sturdy frame is necessary to create a safe structure.

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