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Nova VC Construction & Cleaning
4.8(
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Serving Belchertown, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

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Emergency services offered

"Very professional and easy to work with; Nova VC Construction helped us with our remodeling project, were always on time, finished before schedule and even helped with a couple of other minor repairs. We'll definitely use Nova VC again in our future house projects."
Before Open Concept Kitchen Remodeling
After - Open Concept Kitchen remodeling
Entertainment TV Stand
Entertainment TV Stand
Entertainment TV Stand

+17

Response time1 day
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Beshaw's Construction
4.8(
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Serving Belchertown, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

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Offers commercial services

"Great job sanding two decks as well as securing any nails and bolts in preparation for staining them. We are very pleased with the staining and sealing as well."
from old wood to composite and vinyl
from old wood to composite and vinyl
old wood deck
old wood deck
kitchen demo

+83

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Handyman Connection of South Shore
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Serving Belchertown, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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"Chris was the carpenter on this job, and he was on time, polite and did a great job! The staff especially Karen, helped with any questions and payments."
hutch addition
Kitchen Cabinet / Floor remodel
Kitchen floor remodel
Tile work
bathroom remodel

+41

Response time1 day
77 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Tejada's Remodeling Inc
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Serving Belchertown, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

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Warranties offered

"José arrived and immediately got to repair my counter had scratches and nicks. Work was very satisfactory and cleanup was not my problem! They left everything super clean, I’d hire them to reseal my granite counter!"
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Sentri Homes
2.3(
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Serving Belchertown, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Emergency services offered

"Found Sentri on Angi. Jeanette and Violet were very pleasant and efficient in getting a contractor to me in the time frame needed. The contractor was excellent and the roof looks great! I would definitely work with them again if I had additional projects."
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Sonart Construction Corp.
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Serving Belchertown, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

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Credit card accepted

Sonart Construction Corp. has over15 years of experience in providing a variety of exterior and interior renovation services. We provide services to Palm Beach, Broward and Miami-Dade Counties.. We specialize in Bathroom Remodeling, Kitchen Remodeling, Flooring and the list goes on. Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach and keep the customer informed through every phase of the project. When interacting with our company, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing, and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your renovation needs. Give us a call today!

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Alliance Home Improvement Inc
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Serving Belchertown, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Entire process exceeded my expectations from the initial contact I had with Alliance to the completion of the project. The proposal I received from Keith provided the level of detail I was looking for and he did a great job in going over the siding products Alliance offered to detailing all the necessary steps in the process. The installation process went very smoothly and was completed in a timely manner. The crew led by Serg were extremely professional, knowledgeable and focused. I could not be happier with the work they did and Serg kept me updated on how the project was progressing and was quick to reach out to me with any questions he had on the proposed installation approach. Therefore, I would recommend Alliance for any home improvement needs that you may need addressed. Lastly, I was so satisfied with the siding installation Alliance did I am now having them replace the two entry doors to my garage. Thank you again Sergiy, Keith, Serg and the rest of the installation crew. CFP Sr."
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

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. 

It's possible to turn your carport into a living space, but there are additional factors to address over turning it into a garage. HVAC, plumbing, and electricity won't be optional, and you'll need finished flooring, drywall, trim work, and legal ceiling height, for starters. Also, keep in mind that living space conversions may require upgrading the foundation underneath, and the permits might be more expensive as well.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

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