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Avatar for Connecticut Yankee Crafts LLC
Connecticut Yankee Crafts LLC
5.0(
21
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Waterford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"We recently had custom built-in bookshelves designed and installed by CT Yankee Crafts, and we couldn't be happier. From start to finish, the experience was an absolute pleasure. Nick was very communicative throughout the whole process, and he listened to our vision, then translated it onto paper and then into a beautiful masterpiece and a focal point in our new home. The best part is filling them up! Watching our book collection find its new home on these gorgeous, sturdy shelves has been so satisfying. It has completely transformed the room into a cozy sanctuary. Highly recommended for any custom woodwork!"
Custom Island
Custom Bookcases
Custom Bookcases
Custom Bookcases
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
Quality Restoration, LLC
4.7(
34
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Exterior Shutters - Install or Replace - For BusinessExterior Shutters - Repair or Restore - For BusinessWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Waterford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Very positive experience from start to finish plan to use them for future work and have recommended them to two other people good service showed up for the estimate and for the work as promised"
Response time7 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for All Brothers, Inc.
All Brothers, Inc.
4.4(
90
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Waterford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My wife and I have an architect-designed Trelleborg house, which we had built in 1991 with components imported from Denmark, Sweden and Germany. The roof is Danish concrete tile, and after the severe storm in late August damaged our roof and one skylight, we used Home Advisor to locate a contractor who could handle the repairs, and were fortunate to have All Brothers contact us. We are still working with Jani and Chucki to finalize the details of the project, and Phil performed a temporary repair that gives us time to acquire the necessary components. Thus far we are extremely pleased with their skills and the way they do business. After looking for years for a company that can work competently on a European tile roof, we have finally found a group of traditionally-trained craftsmen who are knowledgeable, responsible and articulate. I am confident that All Brothers will maintain the integrity of our house, which was designed to be energy-efficient and built with non-VOC components, and trust them completely. In addition to their building skills, it's notable that you can always get in contact with them: their receptionist is unfailingly polite and helpful, and if you give them a call anytime someone will either answer the phone immediately or else get back to you in minutes. I recommend All Brothers in the highest possible terms."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate89%
197 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Best Home Performance, LLC
4.7(
26
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Waterford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did my attic, they did my whole house. He does a great job, he is a gentleman, and he is reasonable and fair. He also does some carpentry too. Highly recommended. He is an asset to everybody."
Garage wall in Wallingfor
Insulation
Insulation
Insulation
Insulation

+2

Response time11 hrs
Response rate96%
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Mr. Handyman of Norwich, New London and Glastonbury
Mr. Handyman of Norwich, New London and Glastonbury
5.0(
5
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Waterford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Mr. Handyman is your one-stop shop for a wide range of home maintenance and repair solutions. Our service technicians are highly skilled craftsmen with over 10 years experience in the field. Each member of our team is an employee of Mr. Handyman, not a subcontractor. We can accommodate small projects like changing light bulbs, to larger projects like deck builds and interior renovations. Our technicians are skilled in a variety of craft from frame to finish. We hold a valid Home Improvement Contractor license, offering services such as drywall, flooring, carpentry, light electrical & plumbing, decking, framing, and many more. Our service technicians are background checked and drug tested. We are licensed, bonded, insured, and guarantee our work.

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Tiger Construction
4.5(
20
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Waterford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Dear Tiger Construction Team, I just wanted to send a quick note to express my gratitude for the excellent job you did with the new zip line platform in my yard. It looks fantastic, works perfectly, and you delivered everything on time and within budget. I really appreciate the care and professionalism your team brought to the project. -"
Goetz Property
Construction of Pool Deck
Retaining Wall
Goetz Property
Goetz Property

+7

Response time8 hrs
Response rate86%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Fuery Development Group, LLC
3.7(
20
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Deck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Waterford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Really pleased with my new deck. The work was completed quickly and looks amazing. I wish they'd removed the leftover building materials but that's a minor thing. Definitely recommend"
New House Build - Plainfield
Knotty Pine Entryway
Projects and Home Builds
Projects and Home Builds
Deck - Final

+36

Response time6 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

Bow windows need support because they are large and extend out from the exterior wall of the home. Bow windows may extend 1 foot to several feet from the outside of the home, so you’ll need to provide additional support to handle this weight. A window contractor will be able to provide the proper amount of support for your new bow window.

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

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.

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

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