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Last Looks LLC
5.0(
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Serving Houston, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Tony came in and gave us a very fair estimate on the work to be done. He completed the job quickly with the end result being a job my wife and I loved. I highly recommend Last Looks to anyone looking for a Contractor."
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+96

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Breathtaking Homes
4.4(
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Serving Houston, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

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"Brad was very professional. He showed up when he said he would for the quote, listened to what I wanted and gave me several estimates. The price I paid in the end was the price he quoted me, no surprises. The crew worked very hard during hot weather to install my split rail fence and it looks beautiful. He kept me informed during the process of when we was ordering materials or when something didn't go as planned; however, the project finished on time despite some bad weather. Many other fence contractors I contacted either gave me very high quotes or poor customer service. Some didn't even return my calls! I highly recommend Brad from Breathtaking Homes."
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Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Douglass Renovations
New to Angi

Serving Houston, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Offers commercial services

Douglass Renovations LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis -of our business.\n

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Indian River Contracting, LLC
3.8(
86
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Serving Houston, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brian and his team were awesome to work with. They were very professional. Brian helped us with the design of our addition. They were very efficient and kept the property clean throughout the job. Would definitely recommend this contractor to anyone looking for home improvements."
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Stairs renovation

+181

Response time50 mins
Response rate86%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Sunrise Renovations LLC
5.0(
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Serving Houston, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

"Jose and his crew were dedicated to creating our vision for our backyard patio. Jose’s knowledge and experience further enhanced our vision and we are very happy with the outcome. The Sunrise Renovation team are outstanding, with many years of experience the customer satisfaction is top priority. We continue recommend them for all their services."
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Michael Hoard trash enclosure/walkway
Michael Hoard trash enclosure/walkway
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Link Brothers Home Improvement LLC
5.0(
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Serving Houston, DE and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have used Danny at least 10 times. He remodeled an investment property I purchased and did carpentry, flooring , some electrical and plumbing. His work is EXCEPTIONAL and he has the strongest attention to details. His carpentry skills are next level, he rebuilt a stairwell and raised a roof as well. Very trustworthy guy, and did a lot of the work for me with no supervision as the property was in another state. Never had any issues and he sent pictures of the work daily. Additionally after the work was completed I started using him in my personal home in pa and he did flooring/ tile and built shelving, installed toilets and sinks and built a bar in my basement. All the work was great! Prices are very fair !!"
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Exterior Wood Trim
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

When hanging a door frame, it’s recommended that you use screws, not nails. Screws are more secure, easier to tighten, and easier to remove if you need to adjust the frame. On average, the cost to replace a door frame is about $400, but you can save on labor costs if you’re confident in your ability to DIY the project. 

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.

Most of the time, you’ll want to use screws on your subfloor rather than nails. Nails can actually weaken plywood, whereas screws can easily penetrate without damage. They also form a more secure connection because of their shape, preventing squeaky floors and tightly holding the subfloor in place. That said, some contractors do prefer nails depending on the type of floor covering because they allow for more flexibility.

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.

It's possible to turn your carport into a living space, but there are additional factors to address over turning it into a garage. HVAC, plumbing, and electricity won't be optional, and you'll need finished flooring, drywall, trim work, and legal ceiling height, for starters. Also, keep in mind that living space conversions may require upgrading the foundation underneath, and the permits might be more expensive as well.

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