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"Great service every time, always on time, good communication."

Randy M on March 2025

Family own business, more than a decade of experience, we work with attention to all details to the total customer's satisfaction. years of experience, with solid references. We deliver construction in general and house cleaning services.

"Great service every time, always on time, good communication."

Randy M on March 2025


"I was very impressed working with this company. Communication was superb right off the bat. We went over the job in detail, and it was completed perfectly. The company is very professional and pays attention to every detail. The price was good too! They also cleaned the area thoroughly and my property looks exquisite. Hire this company with confidence. Thank you!"

John C on October 2025

Good work guarantee. I love making our customer's happy

"I was very impressed working with this company. Communication was superb right off the bat. We went over the job in detail, and it was completed perfectly. The company is very professional and pays attention to every detail. The price was good too! They also cleaned the area thoroughly and my property looks exquisite. Hire this company with confidence. Thank you!"

John C on October 2025


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RATTIGAN & Sons

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RATTIGAN & Sons

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6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

EXPERIENCED. ON TIME. PROFESSIONALIISM. Our home improvement experts will make sure every aspect of your project turns out the way you want it. Customer service is a cornerstone of our business, and we pride ourselves on creating lasting relationships with our clients. Give us a call or send a message today. We would love to earn your business! ASK US ABOUT OUR SENIOR AND VETERAN DISCOUNTS.

"Did an amazing job on several projects - a deck rebuild, roof replacement, new stairs. Punctual, excellent communication, prompt answers to questions, crew was second to none. Will use Rattigan again!"

Monique G on October 2025

EXPERIENCED. ON TIME. PROFESSIONALIISM. Our home improvement experts will make sure every aspect of your project turns out the way you want it. Customer service is a cornerstone of our business, and we pride ourselves on creating lasting relationships with our clients. Give us a call or send a message today. We would love to earn your business! ASK US ABOUT OUR SENIOR AND VETERAN DISCOUNTS.

"Did an amazing job on several projects - a deck rebuild, roof replacement, new stairs. Punctual, excellent communication, prompt answers to questions, crew was second to none. Will use Rattigan again!"

Monique G on October 2025


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Northman Construction, LLC

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Northman Construction, LLC

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2 years of experience

With 15 years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"They did amazing work! Very clear on the estimate and with any questions along the way. Very careful with moving my furniture. They worked quickly and effectively. The end result is exactly what I wanted!"

Beth N on October 2024

With 15 years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"They did amazing work! Very clear on the estimate and with any questions along the way. Very careful with moving my furniture. They worked quickly and effectively. The end result is exactly what I wanted!"

Beth N on October 2024


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DDIY: Don't Do It Yourself Inc.

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DDIY: Don't Do It Yourself Inc.

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2 years of experience

DDIY: Don't Do It Yourself is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Adam was like a ray of sunshine. He showed up when he said he would, his work was impeccable and he was very neat. He will be helping us inside springtime. I cannot recommend him enough."

Karen L on October 2024

DDIY: Don't Do It Yourself is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Adam was like a ray of sunshine. He showed up when he said he would, his work was impeccable and he was very neat. He will be helping us inside springtime. I cannot recommend him enough."

Karen L on October 2024


Pittsfield Handyman

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Pittsfield Handyman

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Customers say: Quality work
10 years of experience

Hi. My name is Liz, and together with my husband, Luis, his son Marcelo, and his nephew Renato, we are Berkshire Handyman. We are in Pittsfield and we serve central Berkshire County. We do what we say and we say what we will do. We don’t make promises we can’t deliver on. We’re not the cheapest. But, personally, I think we are the best. (We’re also really nice.)

"Prompt and courteous. Worked through completion."

Matt C on January 2023

Hi. My name is Liz, and together with my husband, Luis, his son Marcelo, and his nephew Renato, we are Berkshire Handyman. We are in Pittsfield and we serve central Berkshire County. We do what we say and we say what we will do. We don’t make promises we can’t deliver on. We’re not the cheapest. But, personally, I think we are the best. (We’re also really nice.)

"Prompt and courteous. Worked through completion."

Matt C on January 2023


"Windows were replaced in a very timely and efficient manner. Cunha construction is professional, kind and has great prices. From measuring the windows, to picking them up from the warehouse and installing them, they made the process for me easy and stress free. I am extremely happy with their work and would not hesitate to call them again for any future house projects needed."

Nicole G on February 2025

We offer quality and affordable general contracting services.

"Windows were replaced in a very timely and efficient manner. Cunha construction is professional, kind and has great prices. From measuring the windows, to picking them up from the warehouse and installing them, they made the process for me easy and stress free. I am extremely happy with their work and would not hesitate to call them again for any future house projects needed."

Nicole G on February 2025


Affordable Home Repairs

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Affordable Home Repairs

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Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
20 years of experience

Affordable Home Repairs is your quality service professional. We offer a wide range of solutions to the literal thousands of possible repairs and improvements in and around your home.

"They did a great job! Scott Roth is extremely helpful and competent. He went out of his way to explain our options and help us make good choices. He was completely efficient and the work was completed rapidly. And it is absolutely beautiful. You will be very happy if you decide to work with him."

Wendy D on May 2024

Affordable Home Repairs is your quality service professional. We offer a wide range of solutions to the literal thousands of possible repairs and improvements in and around your home.

"They did a great job! Scott Roth is extremely helpful and competent. He went out of his way to explain our options and help us make good choices. He was completely efficient and the work was completed rapidly. And it is absolutely beautiful. You will be very happy if you decide to work with him."

Wendy D on May 2024


"Team did incredible work on my home I?m so grateful for this team. Not only did I have them remodel my kitchen but because they did such a good job I added a bathroom remodel also had them remodel my patio to a cozy little outdoor relaxation area. 100% would recommend this team for anything you can throw at them!!!!"

Tyler Z on December 2025

Welcome to Top Hat Services, we look forward to discussing your home improvement project, please reach out to us anytime!

"Team did incredible work on my home I?m so grateful for this team. Not only did I have them remodel my kitchen but because they did such a good job I added a bathroom remodel also had them remodel my patio to a cozy little outdoor relaxation area. 100% would recommend this team for anything you can throw at them!!!!"

Tyler Z on December 2025


Pavia Construction

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Pavia Construction

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
60 years of experience

Pavia Construction is a family owned business specializing in all facets of work on your home. Complete home renovations, new decks, kitchens, bathrooms. Whatever kind of home project you have in mind we would love to discuss it with you. Pavia Construction has been in business for over 40 years with hundreds of satisfied customers throughout Western Massachusetts and southern Vermont, we pride ourselves in the personalized attention we can give each and every customer. Call us today to schedule a convenient time for your free estimate!

"My wife and I couldn't have been happier with the quality of work performed by Pavia Construction. The tiling work and designs were excellent. We chose a color scheme & asked they be creative. The live-edge wood vanity with stone vessel sink with bamboo-style faucet off-set is really stunning! Couldn't have asked for anything better!"

David Z on June 2014

Pavia Construction is a family owned business specializing in all facets of work on your home. Complete home renovations, new decks, kitchens, bathrooms. Whatever kind of home project you have in mind we would love to discuss it with you. Pavia Construction has been in business for over 40 years with hundreds of satisfied customers throughout Western Massachusetts and southern Vermont, we pride ourselves in the personalized attention we can give each and every customer. Call us today to schedule a convenient time for your free estimate!

"My wife and I couldn't have been happier with the quality of work performed by Pavia Construction. The tiling work and designs were excellent. We chose a color scheme & asked they be creative. The live-edge wood vanity with stone vessel sink with bamboo-style faucet off-set is really stunning! Couldn't have asked for anything better!"

David Z on June 2014

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

You can choose 5/8-inch plywood or 3/4-inch plywood—anything thinner than these sizes may not withstand the impact of debris propelled by strong winds or can be easily torn off by intruders. Remember that the durability of the wood board is crucial, particularly for safeguarding your windows during severe storms. The effectiveness of using wood boards for protecting the investment you made in your home relies on using the appropriate material and ensuring proper installation.

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.

Yes, you can hang picture frames, shelves, and other items on Trusscore panels. For lightweight items (less than 30 pounds), the company recommends using adhesive strips rather than nails or screws. However, you’ll need to secure heavier objects to a stud in the wall. In these situations, Trusscore recommends cutting away the panel material and fastening the object to the stud with metal hardware.

A bow window costs up to $15,000 to install in total. Materials cost anywhere from $1,200 to more than $14,000, and labor is an additional $300 to $1,900. Bow window costs vary based on the size of the window and the frame material. You’ll spend more for custom features or energy-efficient upgrades, too. For comparison, bay window installation costs about $1,000 to $7,000. 

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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