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Avatar for Ed Evans Contracting
Ed Evans Contracting
5.0(
28
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Bear, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Licensed and Insured General contracting. We take care of our customers and always come back for any inconvenience as well as pay on completion with no money down. We offer a list of services some includes Power washing services, Painting interrior and Exterior, Gutter cleaning, Gutter Guards, Deck repairs and staining, Concrete cleaning and staining, vinyl siding and more. We offer great service with little wait time. Free estimates and Discounts for Veterans and Seniors. Our Service Hours are Monday through Saturday 7:00Am/5:00Pm Give us a call at 302-540-9753.

New Shed Roof
New Shed Roof
Before Repairs
Screen porch room
Response time1 day
Response rate90%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Alternate Route Construction
5.0(
20
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - Install+9 more

Serving Bear, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

My name is Darren Maynes, founder and owner of Alternate Route Construction. We are located in Smyrna, Delaware. We specialize in finish carpentry and woodworking; such as Crown moulding, Wainscoting, Coffered ceilings, Accent walls, Ship lap, Panel moulding, Custom woodworking, and Historic renovations; However, we cover all phases of construction; including handyman services, tile, drywall, painting, plumbing, kitchens, bathrooms, and more.

Carpentry - Woodworking Project
Carpentry - Woodworking Project
Carpentry - Woodworking Project
Ceramic Tile Project
Kitchen cabinet refinishing complete.

+88

Response time9 hrs
Response rate90%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Home Genius Exteriors
4.7(
292
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Exterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

Serving Bear, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Cherry Hill by offering full-service solutions for roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters and insulation. We support our veterans and communities by supporting local and national charitable organizations through our Home Genius Cares initiative. With an Owens Corning® Platinum Preferred designation, we also offer flexible payment options, industry leading warranties and a wide range of premium products tailored for your home. It’s time for a different experience, entrust your next home project to a genius and schedule your free inspection today!

Attic Insulation
Attic Insulation
Attic Insulation
Attic Insulation
Attic Insulation

+62

Response time9 hrs
Response rate87%
3653 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Honesty Construction LLC
4.9(
19
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Carpentry Framing - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Bear, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Honesty Construction LLC is your one stop shop for all of your construction 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!

Response time7 hrs
Response rate87%
117 neighbors recently requested a quote
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G Parker Contracting
4.4(
261
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair - For Business

Serving Bear, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Gene and his crew did a great job retrofitting cable railing on an existing non-code railing (safety spacing) small deck and building a gate to match the appearance of the existing railing. Arrived on time, worked efficiently and cleaned up after."
Seamless gutters
Tear off old shingles
Installed new shingle roof
Right side of home
Left side of home

+83

Response time2 days
107 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Lockhart Construction, LLC
4.1(
57
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairCloset - Build+7 more

Serving Bear, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

At Lockhart Construction, LLC, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality work, and the customer service that we provide to meet the needs of our customers. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and to achieve complete customer satisfaction from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work with, 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.

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Cypress Contracting Services
4.4(
79
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Exterior Shutters - Repair or RestoreExterior Shutters - Repair or Restore - For Business

Serving Bear, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very prompt and professional with great attention to details. Excellent Customer service. Hired Dave for repairing fascia/trim. He went over what needs to be done in detail and quickly took care of the repair including trimming nearby branches to avoid future issues, custom building plastic dental moulding,painting etc, the very next day.Will hire him again, highly recommended."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, a one-story house can have a load-bearing wall. The load-bearing walls in a single-story home are usually the exterior walls. If the house has a basement with exposed walls, the arrangement of the beams can help indicate what walls are load-bearing.

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

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.

There are a variety of second-story deck privacy ideas depending on your budget and aesthetic. For starters, you might consider fencing or tall privacy railing that masks a good portion of the open deck. A pergola or an awning can provide additional cover and shade. Outdoor curtains are an easy way to add or remove privacy at your convenience, plus they’re a wallet-friendly way to decorate your deck.

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