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Avatar for Ed Evans Contracting
Ed Evans Contracting
5.0(
28
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Milton, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We couldn?t be happier with the work done by Ed Evans Contracting. They did an excellent job of refreshing our house exterior by repairing and re-staining/painting our front porch decking, columns, and railings, painting the shutters, windows, and front door, and sealing the driveway. They checked all the boxes a homeowner could hope for but rarely finds - their work is thorough and high-quality, they were quick, provided excellent communication and customer service, reasonable prices, and were a pleasure to interact with. Various neighbors have also had work done by Ed Evans Contracting and had the same experience. We will certainly be repeat customers."
New Shed Roof
New Shed Roof
Before Repairs
Screen porch room
Response time1 day
Response rate90%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Decked Out
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Milton, 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.

Shed Build
Shed Build
Shed Interior
Response time2 days
Response rate88%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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G & C Interiors, LLC
3.9(
32
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Milton, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Greg did a fantastic job on the wainscoting and molding. We are thrilled with the quality and craftsmanship. We will be planning to have him do additional projects for us in the near future."
Cherry Entertainment Center
 Entertainment Center
 Stairway with Balcony
Painted Closet Shelving
 Close up of Cherry Entertainment Center

+19

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bennett Bros Painting, Inc.
5.0(
17
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Milton, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Everything was carried out professionally and beyond my expectations! Painting and trim was perfection and they left me a little paint for touchups.Price was fair and they were very pleasant to have around!! Would definitely recommend ????"
Exterior Painting
Exterior Painting
Project
Project
Project

+29

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Kemp Construction
5.0(
6
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Milton, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Kempâ s does a terrific job in all facets. The team takes the job seriously, is quick to respond and happy to take on the work. Weâ ve used them for painting, renovations, roof repair, and general carpentry around our home. Highly recommend."
Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

The primary parts of a house that need framing during construction are floors, exterior walls, interior walls, and the roof. The framing in these areas provides the skeleton for adding other materials over the top. With walls, for example, contractors can hang drywall over the interior walls and siding over the outside of the exterior walls. Proper framing ensures a sturdy house that is built to last.

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.

Yes, a 2x6 should hold a porch swing and safely support the load. A smaller joist runs the risk of it not offering enough support for the swing. If you have a joist smaller than 2x6, add additional bolstering support.

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.

There are a few easy ways to locate a wall stud without a stud finder. First, try knocking on the wall with your knuckles. Most parts of the wall will sound hollow, but when you tap over a stud, it will sound more solid. Alternatively, since studs are spaced 16 or 24 inches apart, you can measure those distances from a corner of the room, which will always have a stud.

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