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M Phippin Contracting Inc.
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Serving Ellendale, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

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"The job was started on time and completed on time. Work was done with the least amount of disruption to the household. Mike Worked with us to ensure a no hassle job. His crew cleaned up daily, worked quietly and quickly."
Decks & Porches Project
Bethany Beach Kitchen
Bethany Beach Privacy Carport
Selbyville, Del. Kitchen Remodel
Entry Door

+190

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Last Looks LLC
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Serving Ellendale, DE and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Tony came in and gave us a very fair estimate on the work to be done. He completed the job quickly with the end result being a job my wife and I loved. I highly recommend Last Looks to anyone looking for a Contractor."
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+96

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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LC Contracting LLC
5.0(
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Serving Ellendale, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"His work was impeccable and his customer service was excellent. Was a smooth easy process and he made sure this remodeling process was easy and comfortable for me. Would use him again and recommend him to others"
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Coastal Home Renovations
4.8(
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Serving Ellendale, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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Credit card accepted

"Joe and his team from coastal renovations were one of the best experiences I have had on any renovation we have done on many homes we have owned. From start to finish they explained every step taken and when the project was completed we couldn't be happier. If your looking for a contractor I would highly recommend them."
Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Cambria Construction Services, LLC
4.2(
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Serving Ellendale, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

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"Mike (Cambria Constuction) and his men did an overall outstanding job replacing our patio in a difficult location on our property. HIs price to do the jib was right too. The only thing I wish they had done differently was to make sure the concrete did not stain the bottoms of our trim and siding. It was taped and plastic sheeting was in place but did not stay due to not enough tape a on a windy day. We would DEFINITELY hire Cambria Construction Services again!"
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Angola rehab
Angola house 1
Stamped concrete

+23

Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Accessible Home Builders, Inc.
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Serving Ellendale, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Our project hasn't started yet but customer service has been excellent. Also, references were all positive. The project cost is less than estimates provided by other contractors."
Beautifully Detailed Deck
 Family Room Addition
Windows/Siding Complete
 Screened Porch Addition
 Screened Porch with Double Doors

+42

Response time10 hrs
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Indian River Contracting, LLC
3.8(
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Serving Ellendale, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brian and his team were awesome to work with. They were very professional. Brian helped us with the design of our addition. They were very efficient and kept the property clean throughout the job. Would definitely recommend this contractor to anyone looking for home improvements."
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Stairs renovation

+181

Response time50 mins
Response rate86%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

A-frame homes are on the smaller side. While there’s no set square footage amount it has to be, it will usually come in around 1,000 square feet or smaller.

Bump-out additions can add some space to a closet without requiring any significant structural work. This entails pushing back the existing rear or side of the closet, simply moving the wall into either an adjacent room or unused space. For ground-floor closets, this could even be extended to the exterior of the home, but that has its own complications. Bump-outs are a good discussion to have with your contractor if you’re just looking to increase the space a little—not renovate the entire closet space.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

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.

There are both temporary and permanent ways to enclose a carport. If you’re looking to enclose your carport for the winter, a canvas enclosure could do the trick. It won’t be as protective as a permanent structure, but it can offer some protection from elements like snow, rain, and wind. For a permanent enclosure, you can add extra walls, add a new vertical roof, or a lean-to addition on one side of the structure.

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