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Gaby's Carpentry
5.0(
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Serving Chelmsford, 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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+98

Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Proulx's Carpentry
4.6(
80
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Serving Chelmsford, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Kenny did a great job for us. Kenny was punctual and very processional. He did extra work when he found that we had a problem with a rotting frame before he could install our door. He communicated the problems, documented all of work he did. We will definitely work with Kenny again for any carpentry work we need to have done."
Fanlight Door & Window
PT Exterior Stairs
Deck w/ Ramp & Stairs
PT Deck with Stairs
Azek-Composite Deck

+20

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Osmin's Construction and Carpentry
4.9(
24
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Serving Chelmsford, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

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."
My work
My work
My work
My work
My work

+1

Response time9 hrs
Response rate99%
81 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pontes Painting, Inc.
4.9(
100
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Serving Chelmsford, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rafael and his team at Pontes Painting were absolutely excellent. They did superb work, were highly professional and were very fairly priced. Their carpenter expertly repaired several rotten boards on the exterior of the house. Their painters took the time to hand scrape and prepare the exterior of the house followed by primer and two coats of paint. I would use them again and highly recommend them for any project!"
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Peabody
Peabody
Peabody
Peabody

+10

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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C P Construction and Carpentry
4.1(
47
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Serving Chelmsford, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"CP construction and carpenrty did a great job building a new deck for my family. I was kept in the loop during the building process. Most importantly the price was right and great workmanship. I will use CP construction again and I highly recommend. Thanks again guys, from Nigel."
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remodel a bathroom
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bathroom

+20

Response time2 days
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Robert Pino
4.9(
92
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Serving Chelmsford, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired Bob to fix an exterior door frame that had some rot in it. He was friendly, punctual, and honest about what I did and didn't need done. He came back himself to do the job within a week or so and also explained to me how to maintain the parts that didn't need his help right now. I would hire him again."
Response time5 hrs
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by58%of homeowners
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Revolution Carpentry, Inc.
5.0(
5
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Serving Chelmsford, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Amazing service! The team at Revolution Carpentry was not only skilled but also very friendly and communicative throughout the entire project. Our exterior deck turned out even better than expected. Will definitely hire them again!?"
Response time1 day
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Phalan Construction & The Handyman
4.8(
325
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Serving Chelmsford, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I hired Bob to do repairs and renovation of a condo rental unit. He renovated the bathroom with new tiles, replacing bathroom rotten wood frame window with a vinyl frame, installing new light fixtures and repairing bathroom plumbing, repairing torn screens, as well as repainting interior walls and trim throughout the unit and installing new shades throughout. He also plastered water-damaged ceilings and cleaned and organized the basement storage area. On the exterior he replaced a rotted window frame and missing clapboards, then patched and painted the wall. Bob arrived early each day and worked diligently. Bob is a great problem solver and works with you to suggest ways to do repairs for the best outcome while keeping costs down. His work is high quality. I would definitely hire him again."
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Recent Bathroom

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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Glendidit Finish Carpentry
5.0(
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Serving Chelmsford, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Small jobs welcome

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"Glen is a just an excellent carpenter. He is a creative, efficient, and artistic problem solver. I hired him to install some cabinetry that came without instructions and had been partially installed by someone else. He did a fantastic job - he is a real expert. I will hire him again for my next project."
Glendidit Finish Carpentry
Glendidit Finish Carpentry
Glendidit Finish Carpentry
Glendidit Finish Carpentry
Glendidit Finish Carpentry

+6

Response time10 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

Most of the time, you’ll want to use screws on your subfloor rather than nails. Nails can actually weaken plywood, whereas screws can easily penetrate without damage. They also form a more secure connection because of their shape, preventing squeaky floors and tightly holding the subfloor in place. That said, some contractors do prefer nails depending on the type of floor covering because they allow for more flexibility.

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.

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.

A few signs that you need a new door frame include:

  • The door no longer fits properly in its frame and sticks or scrapes.

  • You notice cracks, holes, or rotting.

  • You feel a draft coming from around the door when it’s closed.

  • You find yourself frequently needing to make repairs.

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