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Coastal Home Renovations
4.8(
42
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCloset - BuildDeck or Porch - Repair+1 more

Serving Selbyville, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Dealing with Joe Graham was outstanding! He was prompt in getting back to us with any questions or requests we had. He was also extremely patient as we made changes as we went along which were not contemplated originally. We had major renovations to the bathrooms, kitchen, laundry room, replacement of the deck and the addition of a sunroom and painting throughout. The quality of the work was superb from painting, to tile work, to carpentry. I would recommend Coastal Home Renovations for any modifications around a house. Absolutely fantastic!! Highly recommended!!"
Response time3 days
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Miller Consulting Ken, LLC
4.6(
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Selbyville, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Did an excellent job rescreening 2 porches. Also did 2 other smaller jobs. The work was done quickly and very happy with results."
Home Old Paint & Columns
Home Paint & Columns
Prior Deck
Wrap around Deck
Deck - Drk Brwn Stain / White Paint

+6

Response time12 hrs
Response rate91%
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Tolbert & Sons Custom Painting LLC
4.7(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Selbyville, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent job I love the finished work. Very friendly. I will be using them again in the future."
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Response time4 days
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Home Genius Exteriors
4.7(
291
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Exterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

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
Attic Insulation
Attic Insulation
Attic Insulation
Attic Insulation

+62

Response time9 hrs
Response rate87%
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G & C Interiors, LLC
3.9(
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Selbyville, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Greg did a beautiful job of framing out two mirrors in my bathrooms."
Cherry Entertainment Center
Entertainment Center
Stairway with Balcony
Painted Closet Shelving
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+19

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
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Wescott Unlimited LLC
5.0(
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Selbyville, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Always meets appointment times, very knowledgeable in many areas of home improvements and maintenance"
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Before and after

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Delmarva Land & Tree, LLC
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Selbyville, DE and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"David and his crew were awesome. Kept apprised of any issues that came up on my deck repair. His quote was fair and the entire experience was exactly what I would have expected from a professional which is what I received. Higher recommend this company."
Rock Garden
Rock Garden
Rock Garden
Rock Garden
Rock Garden

+33

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
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Atlantic Contractors LLC
4.5(
17
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+3 more

Serving Selbyville, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brent and his crew provided quality, fine workmanship. Due to local ordinances our simple roof extension project became a lot more complex and Atlantic fulfilled our every wish in a prompt time frame with competitive pricing. Our screened in deck/porch looks like it was always there! Check them out for any home projects you may have-after they finish our interior projects! 😀"
Kitchen/Bar Addition
Kitchen/Bar Addition
Kitchen/Bar Addition
Kitchen/Bar Addition
Kitchen/Bar Addition

+66

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
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J&Y Construction
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

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

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

Bump-out additions can extend anywhere from 2 to 15 feet from an existing room. The right size will depend on how you plan to use the new space. For a cantilever bump-out, which doesn't require additional foundation support, the limit is typically 24 inches (2 feet). If a footing and foundation are part of the project, a bump-out can be much larger, even encompassing a whole room. It's also important to remember that many residential properties have limits on the total house size relative to the lot size.

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. 

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.

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