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Last Looks LLC
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Harbeson, DE and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

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"The price quoted for this project was in line with other contractors in the area. All products supplied were as specified. Communications and coordination were excellent. The owner and his contracts were true craftsmen. We enjoy and are very proud of our new decks."
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Response time4 days
Response rate100%
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LC Contracting LLC
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Harbeson, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

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"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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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Harbeson, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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"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
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Accessible Home Builders, Inc.
3.7(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Harbeson, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

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"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."
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Response time10 hrs
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O.C. Home Services
3.7(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Harbeson, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

O.C. Home Services is a Home Improvement and Emergency Service Company dedicated to Customer Service and Lifetime Clients. We offer a 100% Customer Satisfaction Guarantee; 100% of the time. "If you're not happy, we're not happy, and we're not done until you're happy!" We stand behind our products, workmanship, and warranties and we put it in writing; providing our clients the peace of mind they deserve. Contact us today!\n\n

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Jy Remodeling Co
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Harbeson, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kitchen Remodeling Review ?I hired JY Remodel Co. to remodel my kitchen, and I couldn?t be happier with the results. They were professional, showed up on time, and paid close attention to every detail. The quality of the work exceeded my expectations, and they kept the work area clean throughout the project. My new kitchen looks modern, beautiful, and exactly how I wanted it. I highly recommend JY Remodel Co. to anyone looking for reliable, high-quality remodeling services. I will definitely hire them again for future projects!?"
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

One of the most common house framing basics for decades has been using wood for the framing work. However, some framing contractors now suggest using steel frames. Steel is lightweight, resistant to fire, and resistant to moisture, all of which are areas where wood framing could cause problems. However, steel framing is more expensive than wood and limits your ability to insulate the home.

While some highly experienced homeowners can frame a house independently, it is not advisable. You will need ample carpentry experience, a team of helpers, and professionals to sign off on your work to meet local building codes. For the safest outcome, we recommend buying or building a house with the guidance of professionals.

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.

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

Framing with metal studs can be significantly faster than using wooden studs, provided you have some experience working with the material. While you can use virtually instant pneumatic nailers with wood, metal requires installing screws. However, because metal is lighter, straighter, usually comes cut-to-length, and doesn't require sorting for the best pieces, you can save significant time using metal instead of wood.

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