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Coastal Home Renovations

4.90(
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Coastal Home Renovations

4.90(
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Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
2017 years of experience

We are an ethical, honest and professional company. We are easy to communicate with. Always working with you until the job is done right and to your specifications. When working with our company you can expect integrity, prompt service and superior customer service. Always leaving the job site clean. We take pride in our services and enjoy making clients repeat clients. You can count on us to get the job done right the first time. We will meet with you at your convenience and will not keep you waiting. Call us today at 302 566 8417 for your free estimate. You will be pleased you did......WE SPECIALIZE IN BATH REMODELS!!

"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. "

Vince S on July 2025

We are an ethical, honest and professional company. We are easy to communicate with. Always working with you until the job is done right and to your specifications. When working with our company you can expect integrity, prompt service and superior customer service. Always leaving the job site clean. We take pride in our services and enjoy making clients repeat clients. You can count on us to get the job done right the first time. We will meet with you at your convenience and will not keep you waiting. Call us today at 302 566 8417 for your free estimate. You will be pleased you did......WE SPECIALIZE IN BATH REMODELS!!

"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. "

Vince S on July 2025


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Last Looks LLC

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Last Looks LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
Free onsite estimate

Last Looks LLC, Est. 2007, provides project completions in all scopes of residential building and remodeling. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today. Visit Facebook.com/Last Looks LLC for our entire start to finish photo gallery.

"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."

Linda G on July 2025

Last Looks LLC, Est. 2007, provides project completions in all scopes of residential building and remodeling. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today. Visit Facebook.com/Last Looks LLC for our entire start to finish photo gallery.

"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."

Linda G on July 2025


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M Phippin Contracting Inc.

4.95(
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M Phippin Contracting Inc.

4.95(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2012 years of experience

M. Phippin Contracting is proud to be a family owned and operated Construction Company! With 25 years of experience in the industry as a full service contractor who believes in earning trust and establishing relationships with our customers. We will never cut corners or use inferior products! M. Phippin Contracting is proud to collaborate with selected contractors on the Eastern Shore to ensure the best project outcomes! We treat our customers the way we would like to be treated, with honesty and respect…. M. Phippin Contracting just doesn’t do business any other way!

"Everything went well. Mike did a fantastic job communicating every step of the way. Easy to work with and showed up on time as promised."

Mike P on August 2023

M. Phippin Contracting is proud to be a family owned and operated Construction Company! With 25 years of experience in the industry as a full service contractor who believes in earning trust and establishing relationships with our customers. We will never cut corners or use inferior products! M. Phippin Contracting is proud to collaborate with selected contractors on the Eastern Shore to ensure the best project outcomes! We treat our customers the way we would like to be treated, with honesty and respect…. M. Phippin Contracting just doesn’t do business any other way!

"Everything went well. Mike did a fantastic job communicating every step of the way. Easy to work with and showed up on time as promised."

Mike P on August 2023


Diamond State Contractors

4.87(
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Diamond State Contractors

4.87(
31
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
1991 years of experience

We are a small general contracting company that have been in business since 1991. We specialize in home additions, garages and remodeling. We also specialize in siding and exterior water damage repair. As a general contractor we do all aspects of work on a home. As I am the owner I am over seeing and working on each of my jobs. I also have subcontractors that handle various parts of the job for my company that specialize in certain areas like electric, plumbing, hvac,etc. When we do a project for a customer we will take care of the designing, blue prints and building permits so that our customer can relax and have a pleasurable experience from start to finish. All our customer jobs receive a computer printed quote for there projects. Large projects come with a computer written detail list and if excepted will receive a contract along with a payment draw schedule.

"Great! Did a very good job!"

Gregory M on May 2025

We are a small general contracting company that have been in business since 1991. We specialize in home additions, garages and remodeling. We also specialize in siding and exterior water damage repair. As a general contractor we do all aspects of work on a home. As I am the owner I am over seeing and working on each of my jobs. I also have subcontractors that handle various parts of the job for my company that specialize in certain areas like electric, plumbing, hvac,etc. When we do a project for a customer we will take care of the designing, blue prints and building permits so that our customer can relax and have a pleasurable experience from start to finish. All our customer jobs receive a computer printed quote for there projects. Large projects come with a computer written detail list and if excepted will receive a contract along with a payment draw schedule.

"Great! Did a very good job!"

Gregory M on May 2025


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LC Contracting LLC

5.00(
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LC Contracting LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2014 years of experience

LC Contracting, a leading home remodeling company based in Delaware, is dedicated to transforming interiors with precision and expertise. Owned by Luis Chicas, a seasoned professional with a decade of experience in the industry, the company excels in delivering exceptional results. With a keen eye for design and a commitment to quality craftsmanship, LC Contracting has earned a reputation for turning visions into reality. Whether it's a kitchen renovation, bathroom upgrade, or a complete interior overhaul, clients can trust Luis Chicas and his team to bring innovation and skill to every project, creating spaces that reflect both functionality and style.

"Reasonable, efficient, got us on the schedule quickly and answered all of our questions our new go to for hvac."

Courtney R on May 2024

LC Contracting, a leading home remodeling company based in Delaware, is dedicated to transforming interiors with precision and expertise. Owned by Luis Chicas, a seasoned professional with a decade of experience in the industry, the company excels in delivering exceptional results. With a keen eye for design and a commitment to quality craftsmanship, LC Contracting has earned a reputation for turning visions into reality. Whether it's a kitchen renovation, bathroom upgrade, or a complete interior overhaul, clients can trust Luis Chicas and his team to bring innovation and skill to every project, creating spaces that reflect both functionality and style.

"Reasonable, efficient, got us on the schedule quickly and answered all of our questions our new go to for hvac."

Courtney R on May 2024


"Crew were professional and got the job fine on schedule. Took direction and changed in stride. Finish work good but not perfect."

paul S on January 2024

We are a full service remodeling contractor for over 40 years. We are fully Licensed Bonded and Insured

"Crew were professional and got the job fine on schedule. Took direction and changed in stride. Finish work good but not perfect."

paul S on January 2024


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Cambria Construction Services, LLC

4.32(
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Cambria Construction Services, LLC

4.32(
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Customers say: Terrific value
2016 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Cambria Concrete Services LLC is dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in concrete installation and repair for driveways, sidewalks, patios, steps, and a variety of other projects. With over 20 years of industry experience, we take and enormous amount of pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"They did a nice job however did not come back to finish the job. They left an unfinished corner that looks very messy."

Sandy C on September 2024

Cambria Concrete Services LLC is dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in concrete installation and repair for driveways, sidewalks, patios, steps, and a variety of other projects. With over 20 years of industry experience, we take and enormous amount of pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"They did a nice job however did not come back to finish the job. They left an unfinished corner that looks very messy."

Sandy C on September 2024


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Accessible Home Builders, Inc.

4.80(
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Accessible Home Builders, Inc.

4.80(
40
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
1994 years of experience

The Accessible Home Builders staff is committed to delivering only quality materials and workmanship to your project. In addition, we value a creative and congenial working relationship with you from estimate to final walk-thru. We feel this is the right formula for you to become our next satisfied customer. We have been building homes and providing home improvements for over 30 years. We are fully licensed and insured. We have projects under construction all the time so you can visit to see for yourself the quality and attention to detail that has made our reputation. Call on us for your next project whether it be room addition, kitchen remodel, bath remodel, roofing and siding, windows and doors, garage, interior remodel, a new deck or a whole house. We can be your one source for a terrific experience from foundation to final paint and finished flooring. Call us today for a free estimate toward enjoying your new home or your home made new.

"Accessible Home Builders recently converted our backyard deck into a 3-season sunroom. The communication throughout the job was probably the best we have had with a home improvement contractor. We are very pleased with the final result, and would be glad to do business with Scott again. - Gordon and Martha MacPherson"

Gordon M on May 2025

The Accessible Home Builders staff is committed to delivering only quality materials and workmanship to your project. In addition, we value a creative and congenial working relationship with you from estimate to final walk-thru. We feel this is the right formula for you to become our next satisfied customer. We have been building homes and providing home improvements for over 30 years. We are fully licensed and insured. We have projects under construction all the time so you can visit to see for yourself the quality and attention to detail that has made our reputation. Call on us for your next project whether it be room addition, kitchen remodel, bath remodel, roofing and siding, windows and doors, garage, interior remodel, a new deck or a whole house. We can be your one source for a terrific experience from foundation to final paint and finished flooring. Call us today for a free estimate toward enjoying your new home or your home made new.

"Accessible Home Builders recently converted our backyard deck into a 3-season sunroom. The communication throughout the job was probably the best we have had with a home improvement contractor. We are very pleased with the final result, and would be glad to do business with Scott again. - Gordon and Martha MacPherson"

Gordon M on May 2025


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Home Pro Builders, LLC

5.00(
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Home Pro Builders, LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
2021 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, integrity and quality work. When Home Pro Builders, LLC is hired, we make it a point to provide the highest level of customer service. We work with both residential and commercial clients, and apply the same attention to detail regardless of project size or complexity. Whether you need an interior upgrade or outdoors revamped, Home Pro Builders is the company to call.

". I already am getting them again to work on another project for me because I was so impressed with their work. Phillip Hamman retired minister."

Phillip H on December 2023

We pride our company on reliability, integrity and quality work. When Home Pro Builders, LLC is hired, we make it a point to provide the highest level of customer service. We work with both residential and commercial clients, and apply the same attention to detail regardless of project size or complexity. Whether you need an interior upgrade or outdoors revamped, Home Pro Builders is the company to call.

". I already am getting them again to work on another project for me because I was so impressed with their work. Phillip Hamman retired minister."

Phillip H on December 2023


Vasco Property Services, LLC

4.68(
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Vasco Property Services, LLC

4.68(
32
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
1990 years of experience

Vasco Property Services, LLC, has the experience and knowledge necessary to make sure that your project is completed on time with quality service and workmanship. We strive to complete each project on time and at, or under budget. Our many years of remodeling experience have given us the knowledge and skills needed to accomplish this from day one and throughout the duration of the project. Your satisfaction is important to us. Let us show you the difference true professionalism can mean to you. We are located in Ocean City, Maryland. Thank you.

"I called looking for a way to renovate my existing space as currently my pantry is useless. Susan answers the phone courteously, respectfully, and empathized with my situation, truthfully the whole team did. They understood its difficult to live in an unfunctional space and helped me make it functional."

Ric M on October 2025

Vasco Property Services, LLC, has the experience and knowledge necessary to make sure that your project is completed on time with quality service and workmanship. We strive to complete each project on time and at, or under budget. Our many years of remodeling experience have given us the knowledge and skills needed to accomplish this from day one and throughout the duration of the project. Your satisfaction is important to us. Let us show you the difference true professionalism can mean to you. We are located in Ocean City, Maryland. Thank you.

"I called looking for a way to renovate my existing space as currently my pantry is useless. Susan answers the phone courteously, respectfully, and empathized with my situation, truthfully the whole team did. They understood its difficult to live in an unfunctional space and helped me make it functional."

Ric M on October 2025

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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.

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.

Traditionally, bungalows are single-story homes, although having a half or partial story on top of the first floor is common. While adding a second story to a bungalow is certainly possible, the home would no longer be considered a bungalow by the strictest definition.

Any bowing in a basement wall signals an issue that needs to be addressed. However, bowing of 2 to 4 inches is more straightforward to fix than bowing of more than 4 inches. That’s why it’s essential to call a pro as soon as you notice the bowing wall. The sooner you address the problem, the easier (and less expensive) it will be to repair.

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