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Gaby's Carpentry
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Serving Acton, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Gaby is excellent. He quoted my job accurately and honestly. He worked quickly and effectively- and was done in the time he had predicted. His work is stellar- we are so happy with our deck. He is also so kind and wonderful to have around. I highly recommend Gaby- I will use him again for all my carpentry needs. He is an excellent carpenter!!"
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
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Response time10 hrs
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Thomas Keohane
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Serving Acton, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1991

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Tom has decades of carpentry experience and it shows. He is honest and direct and will tell you if something will work or not, offering options you may not have thought about. The quality of his work is outstanding. He takes pride in his work and it shows. I have recommended him to many friends and will use him again for future projects."
Response time1 day
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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TaylorMade Carpentry and Construction, LLC
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Serving Acton, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Small jobs welcome

Taylor Made Carpentry and Construction LLC, is a family owned and operated company with over 20 years experience in commercial and residential construction. We have a broad knowledge in all aspects of carpentry and construction from design to frame and finish, whether it be interior or exterior. Our goal is to bring your designs and ideas to life, all while giving you the best quality and service possible. We will work with you to make this all come true while staying on time and on budget and hope to build a lifelong relationship with our customers that they can count on and trust.\n

Response time2 days
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Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Osmin's Construction and Carpentry
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Serving Acton, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

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Offers commercial services

"Osmin and his team did a great job replacing our triple-decker back porch. He worked with an architect, that he found, to make sure there were no variances required. This made the permitting process quicker. It was a tricky job because building codes have changed since the porch was first built."
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Response time9 hrs
Response rate99%
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Family first
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Serving Acton, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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Emergency services offered

"I hired Family First to do some much needed yard clean up and to power wash our house and deck. He worked tirelessly and did a fantastic job for a very reasonable price. Will definitely hire him for more work."
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Pontes Painting, Inc.
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Serving Acton, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

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Emergency services offered

"I would highly recommend Pontes Painting. Rafael provided excellent customer service and his team did a great job prepping and staining my older deck. They were professional and diligent in getting the job done. I was very happy with the results."
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, using certified lumber and engineered wood products for reduced environmental impact.

Bump-out additions can add some space to a closet without requiring any significant structural work. This entails pushing back the existing rear or side of the closet, simply moving the wall into either an adjacent room or unused space. For ground-floor closets, this could even be extended to the exterior of the home, but that has its own complications. Bump-outs are a good discussion to have with your contractor if you’re just looking to increase the space a little—not renovate the entire closet space.

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. 

Proper Murphy bed installation minimizes the risk of wall damage. A secure attachment requires making some holes for anchors or brackets, but these can be easily patched if the bed is removed. To ensure the installation is done correctly and safely, hiring a professional is recommended, especially if you have limited DIY experience.

When building a house, it is customary to use 16d nails that measure 3 1/2 inches in length to construct the frame. These nails are crucial in providing the necessary support and stability for structural elements like joists and studs, which ensures a sturdy framework.

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