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Coastal Home Renovations
4.8(
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCloset - BuildDeck or Porch - Repair+1 more

Serving Fenwick Island, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Dealing with Joe Graham was outstanding! He was prompt in getting back to us with any questions or requests we had. He was also extremely patient as we made changes as we went along which were not contemplated originally. We had major renovations to the bathrooms, kitchen, laundry room, replacement of the deck and the addition of a sunroom and painting throughout. The quality of the work was superb from painting, to tile work, to carpentry. I would recommend Coastal Home Renovations for any modifications around a house. Absolutely fantastic!! Highly recommended!!"
Response time3 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Tolbert & Sons Custom Painting LLC
4.7(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Fenwick Island, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chris and his team were extremely professional, courteous, and friendly. They custom matched stain to match our bannister to our flooring . The quality was excellent and they left the home tidy."
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Response time4 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Delmarva Land & Tree, LLC
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Fenwick Island, DE and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"David and his crew were awesome. Kept apprised of any issues that came up on my deck repair. His quote was fair and the entire experience was exactly what I would have expected from a professional which is what I received. Higher recommend this company."
Rock Garden
Rock Garden
Rock Garden
Rock Garden
Rock Garden

+33

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Atlantic Contractors LLC
4.5(
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+3 more

Serving Fenwick Island, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brent and his crew provided quality, fine workmanship. Due to local ordinances our simple roof extension project became a lot more complex and Atlantic fulfilled our every wish in a prompt time frame with competitive pricing. Our screened in deck/porch looks like it was always there! Check them out for any home projects you may have-after they finish our interior projects! 😀"
Kitchen/Bar Addition
Kitchen/Bar Addition
Kitchen/Bar Addition
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Kitchen/Bar Addition

+66

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

Bump-out additions can extend anywhere from 2 to 15 feet from an existing room. The right size will depend on how you plan to use the new space. For a cantilever bump-out, which doesn't require additional foundation support, the limit is typically 24 inches (2 feet). If a footing and foundation are part of the project, a bump-out can be much larger, even encompassing a whole room. It's also important to remember that many residential properties have limits on the total house size relative to the lot size.

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

Framing a house with steel generally takes less time—around five to eight weeks—than most building materials. The steel components can also be made quickly off-site and manufactured with pre-punched holes for running piping and electrical wiring, which will lessen the prep work and extra labor during construction.

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.

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