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Last Looks LLC
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Serving Frederica, DE and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

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"Tony is wonderful. We have used him before. He will be the only carpenter/ contractor we will ever use. Communication was great. Very clean work area. I highly recommend Tony."
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Response time1 day
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Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Something Constructive
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Serving Frederica, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 1972

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Emergency services offered

"Everything ran in a professional manner Both buildings were completed in a timely manner Changes to the plans were addressed with ease Communication was good Finished product looks great"
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Response time2 days
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Decked Out
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Serving Frederica, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 1984

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We offer friendly and courteous service. We are always ready to answer your questions or address your concerns. We have built our reputation on our commitment to providing quality service. This has earned us an impressive reputation with many valuable customers. We take pride in delivering value through top quality work with excellent prices.

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Response time2 days
Response rate88%
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Cypress Contracting Services
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Serving Frederica, DE and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1980

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"Cypress Contracting Services did an excellent job replacing my exterior shutters and repainting the trim, with affordable pricing and quick response time. They pay attention to detail and post-job cleanup. I definitely look forward to using them again for future exterior projects and highly recommend them."
Response time4 hrs
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Breathtaking Homes
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Serving Frederica, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

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"Brad and his team are professional, hard working, affordable and on-time. I would recommend hiring Breath Taking Homes for any and all of your home repair and building needs. Very satisfied with their work!"
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Paddy's LLC
4.3(
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Serving Frederica, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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"Paddy's guys did the work and clean up the same day. They did such a great job that their foreman checked their work the same day instead of a week later. They charged a fair price for my tiny house. Will recommend every time!!"
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Response time11 hrs
Response rate89%
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H&Y Contracting LLC
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Serving Frederica, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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Warranties offered

"We are very pleased with H&Y Contractors. They renovated two bathrooms and added a closet. Superior quality and would definitely hire again!!!"
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Response time10 hrs
Response rate93%
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Joists do distribute their load to beams, but they don’t sit on top of the beams. Instead, home builders nail or screw the joists directly to the beams such that the end of the joist butts up against the edge of the beam. Beams can sit on other beams for support, but you’ll never see a joist sitting on top of a beam or another joist.

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.

Proper Murphy bed installation minimizes the risk of wall damage. A secure attachment requires making some holes for anchors or brackets, but these can be easily patched if the bed is removed. To ensure the installation is done correctly and safely, hiring a professional is recommended, especially if you have limited DIY experience.

To calculate the number of linear feet of baseboard you’ll need, measure the length of each wall of the room you’re installing them in as close to the floor as possible, rounding up to the next full linear foot. If it’s your first DIY molding job, having a few extra feet on hand for miscuts is a good idea.

The cost to convert a carport into a garage averages about $22,000, ranging from about $15,000 and $55,000. Additional cost factors to consider include size, time of year, and how much of the carport you can reuse. Other cost factors include the kinds and amounts of materials used, such as:

  • Add insulation: $1 per square foot

  • Add drywall: $1–$3 per square foot

  • Add window: $450–$2,000 per window

  • Add outlets: $75–$500

  • Add garage door: $250–$11,200

  • Enclose framing: $5–$13 per square foot

  • Replace roofing: $1,000–$2,000

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