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Avatar for Something Constructive
Something Constructive
4.9(
118
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Laurel, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1972

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Something Constructive to build a 12' by 16' second story 3 season room with a storage shed below. The owner of the company, Patsy Ciccalla, met with us and asked us how we wanted the room to look. He then designed the room to those specifications. Patsy was there each day, working with and supervising his team. It was a complex and multi-faceted project that required coordinating other contractors (masons, electricians, gutter installers, etc.) and ordering and scheduling the arrival of materials in a timely manner. His whole team (Jacob, Ernesto, and Jesus) was very accommodating and easy to work with. When we asked for a change in the plan, it was not a problem. They stressed to us that they wanted us to be happy with the final product and encouraged us to tell them what we wanted or if we wanted something done differently. They worked on our project every day until it was completed; they did not, as other contractors do, go off and work on another project for a few days and then come back to your project. The 3-season room turned out beautifully with a vaulted white pickled pine ceiling, 10 double hung windows and laminate flooring. The shed below with access to the basement was designed to house a riding mower and serve as a tool shed with peg board walls. We have received many complimentary comments on how nice the addition looks and how well it blends with the rest of the house. We are very glad that we had the addition done and would recommend Something Constructive to anyone thinking of building on to or needing work done on their home. Thanks to Patsy and his team, we now have a lovely addition that has added comfort and value to our home."
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+25

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Labrador Renovations, LLC
Labrador Renovations, LLC
4.9(
14
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Laurel, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Kevin showed up on the job when he said he would, used great materials and made our 18 yea old deck look like new again. Kevin is a true craftsman when it comes to carpentry"
Deck Renovation
Deck re-stained and complete
Custom Shower Prep
Before Mold Issues
Bathroom Remodel

+89

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Coastal Marine Construction
Coastal Marine Construction
5.0(
6
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Laurel, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Coastal to do rip rap on our shoreline and build a new dock. They did a fantastic job on both projects. They communicated with us as the project moved forward keeping us informed. They are great company."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for LC Contracting LLC
LC Contracting LLC
5.0(
9
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Laurel, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Once I walk them through my home and shared my vision with them, they became spot on, I was even given ideals, and suggestions that would better my home for the future, once everything was said, and agreed upon the work started promptly, and the quality is very satisfying."
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Epic Builder LLC
5.0(
9
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Laurel, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

"WHAT EVERY CUSTOMER HAS A RIGHT TO EXPECT FROM EXPERIENCED CONTRACTORS WHEN HIRING THEM FOR THEIR HOME PROJECTS: ○ Proof of all required licensing and references ○ An in-home consultation to discuss your project in detail, and have all your immediate questions answered ○ Excellent communication with Clients - calls/messages returned quickly ○ Project estimates and/or total project cost once timeframe & materials are set ○ Affordable ○ Project Head who meets with Client to pick out tiles, countertops, flooring, paint, hardware etc. ○ Provides a daily work schedule - what is planned to be accomplished that day ○ Professional design advice available as needed (included) ○ Organized, clean, respecful workers ○ Worksite cleaned up at the end of every day ○ Perfectionists in their work - not satisfied until it is done right ○ A company that can handle your home projects - inside and out. That company is EPIC BUILD. They're on their 3rd project for me. I've never seen finer work."
Full Kitchen Remodel
Full Kitchen Remodel
Full Kitchen Remodel
Full Kitchen Remodel
Full Kitchen Remodel

+18

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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, walls on the top floor can be load-bearing if stacked on the floor’s foundation.

It’s best to use two screws to secure deck boards into every joist. Securing the boards to every joist makes the deck more structurally sound, while using two screws on the outer sides of the boards can help prevent warping and cupping.

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.

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.

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