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Home Genius Exteriors
4.7(
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Serving Selbyville, DE and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had an excellent experience. They did exceptional work and the house looks 100x better. Ethan was my project manager and made sure I was happy with the end result!"
Attic Insulation
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Response time9 hrs
Response rate87%
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E.D.H Contracting, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Selbyville, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rain our shine these guys work hard to get the job done! Clear communication, prompts starts to the project and over all a genuine family owned company. The owners are currently framing a massive deck with water fall stairs off the side of the house. Can not wait to see how it looks at the end of this. 10/10 recommend these guys for all your building needs!"
Response time1 day
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Wescott Unlimited LLC
5.0(
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Serving Selbyville, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The firm actually built a platform under my shed and assisted me with outdoor showers and appliance replacements. It’s a father and son team that is professional, prompt, competent, respectful and responsive. I have used them multiple times and referred them to several friends."
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J&Y Construction
5.0(
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Serving Selbyville, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Both young men were highly responsive and professional. They showed up on time, completed the work exactly as promised and kept me informed at all times. I’ve used contractors numerous times in the past and J&Y ranks among the very best."
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

By careful planning and reinforcement to maintain structural integrity.

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

You may need a permit to install your window seat. Even though it's an indoor modification, some municipalities require permits for any built-ins added to homes. Check with your carpenter or, if you're DIY-ing, do some research on your city's requirements.

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

Installing an ornamental or decorative porch column takes around three to five hours. Structural columns take longer because your pro has to install a jack to hold up the roof while switching the column out. If there's any structural damage, it can add several days to the timeline to repair the damage.

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