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Martin's Home Improvement
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Serving Elsmere, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

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"They did a great job! Always on time, always were very respectful of our home and of us, and always cleaned up well at the end of each day. We loved working especially with Richard, who is so talented at masonry, woodworking, electrical, plumbing. A master of all things needed to improve our home, incredible work ethics and just so nice to be around. We have had numerous people work on our home over the 29 years we've lived here and no one has done a better job. Thanks to everyone at Martin's Home Improvement. You were a joy to work with and we will definitely use you in the future!"
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Response time1 day
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Honesty Construction LLC
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Serving Elsmere, DE and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

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"Our experience with Honesty Construction was great! Excellent communication, always arrived early and quality workmanship. We used them to remove an old patio door/install new door."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate86%
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Lockhart Construction, LLC
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Serving Elsmere, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 1980

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"Jim and his team were very professional throughout and did an awesome job renovating our exterior porch that enabled us to proceed with our initial concrete project. Jim's recommendation in 3D allowed us to visualize the plans in advance and the end result was perfect for our needs. I will be reaching out to Lockhart Construction for future work and highly recommend that you do the same!!"
Response time2 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Shingle Express, Inc.
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Serving Elsmere, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

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"Excellent service. I called and he answered and was in the area. Just 2 hours later he had the job done. He even had the correct color to match our roof where a shingle was blown off. Fair price. good and fast work."
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Cypress Contracting Services
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Serving Elsmere, DE and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1980

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"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
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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A Step Above Painting & Drywall
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Serving Elsmere, DE and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

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"A step above drywalled and painted the second floor of my apartment building. I was skeptical at first seeing as i was dealing with a new business, these guys definitely put in good honest work. The crews were expeditious and friendly. They took the job seriously and the final result was impeccable. I couldn't have asked for a better job myself. Will definitely use again."
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Response rate95%
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

If you remove a load-bearing wall to create an entrance to a carport or covered patio, you can expect to pay between $3,200 and $9,500, with an average cost of $6,400. Factors such as the type of addition and if that area needs additional work will add to the price.

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.

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.

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.

Converting a carport into a garage can vary in difficulty depending on its configuration, the condition of the foundation or slab, and its location relative to the house. The process has a lot in common with a home addition, but you can often skip non-essential finishes like fine flooring, trim work, or even drywall and HVAC. The conversion requires experience with drywall, insulation, and other building materials to ensure it’s done safely and correctly. While it might be possible for a DIYer with the proper tools and skills to do the work, it is a complicated and potentially dangerous job. If you’re new to basic construction, it's best to leave this project to the professionals.

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