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PLJ CARPENTRY INC
4.5(
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Serving Bourne, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Plj is one of the best companies to work with on Cape Cod. Plj is very intentional with what they do! If you are looking to do any type of carpentry work, contact Plj, you won’t regret it!"
Deck Built
Deck Built
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Deck Built

+47

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Claudio Painting and Home Improvement, Inc.
4.9(
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Serving Bourne, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Exceptional Contractor for Comprehensive Home Improvement: I recently had the pleasure of working with Claudio and his team for a variety of home improvement projects, and I couldn't be more satisfied with the results. Initially hired for deck replacement, I was immediately impressed with the quality of their work. This positive experience led me to engage their services for additional projects, including windows and doors replacement, installation of leaf guards for gutters, repairing a leaking roof, fixing the chimney, addressing exterior damage caused by a previous contractor's negligence, replacing shingles, power-washing the house, and painting the exterior. What sets Claudio apart is not just the breadth of services offered but the consistent excellence in each. His carpentry skills are top-notch, evident in the meticulous work on my deck and other wooden structures. Moreover, his reliability and honesty make the entire process stress-free. The pricing is fair, especially considering the wide range of skills he brings to the table. Claudio truly is a man of all trades. Having someone with such diverse skills has been a game-changer for me. I no longer need to juggle multiple contractors for different tasks; he can handle it all. If you're looking for a reliable, honest, and multi-talented professional for your home improvement needs, Claudio is the person for the job. I highly recommend his services and will undoubtedly turn to him for any future projects."
Response time12 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Byam Construction
4.7(
237
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Serving Bourne, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Byam Construction did a beautiful job on my deck. Their work was beautiful. They did many special details to make it look perfect. I highly recommend them for carpentry work."
Exterior Work
Response time3 hrs
Response rate94%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Robert Home & Yard Improvement
4.8(
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Serving Bourne, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Carlos did a great job of painting my house. He is a wonderful professional, a pleasure to deal with! I am going to hire him again to do the carpentry work."
Deck stain
Deck stain
House painted
House painted
Patio in Harwich

+16

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A to Z Home Service
4.9(
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Serving Bourne, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Bryan was knowledgeable, efficient and precise in the assembly of my baker’s rack with foldout table! He is a service-oriented, experienced craftsman, with a positive attitude, and an affordable price list. A to Z Home Services will be my go-to home service company! Thank you Bryan."
Decks & Porches Project
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Awnings Project
Screen repair Project
Decks & Porches Project

+60

Response time7 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Loyd's Home Improvement
4.5(
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Serving Bourne, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Harold & his crew, Charlie & Mike were awesome. Came to work on time. They listened to my wants & needs and came up with a plan that worked. Communicated with us through out the process. Their attention to detail was incredible. They went above & beyond their job description. I would highly recommend them on any renovations, they are very talented skilled laborers. It was a pleasure doing business with this company."
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Response time7 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

The best way to calculate framing costs is by basing your costs on the square footage of your home. On average, framing your home could cost anywhere between $7 and $16 per square foot. 

To ensure you don’t go over budget, base your estimates on the higher end of the price range. If you know you’re going to use high-end materials or require a custom or complex build, you might even want to tack on an additional 5% of your budget.

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.

Carpenters are trained to take on a wide range of home projects. You can hire a carpenter to do framing, roofing, build custom furniture, and make significant upgrades to your home. General carpenters are usually able to handle most jobs. However, you may also choose to hire a carpenter who specializes in a specific type of carpentry. 

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

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.

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