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Ralph's Handyman Service
5.0(
23
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Chicopee, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ralph began working on our deck a day or two before a particularly shocking and difficult loss for our family. From start to finish, he was professioanl, caring, warm and relatable, and went above and beyond for this project. He respected our budget while also paying attention to the small details we hadn't thought of. He was highly communicative and flexible in his process. With what a catastrophic event we had just lived through at the time he was here, it was comforting to know we had a man like Ralph- along with his crew- taking such good care of us and our house during the whole ordeal. And now we have a beautiful new mudroom/office space to enjoy! I give him my highest recommendation and would have him back at my house for any additional work that crops up for us any time with zero hesitation. Thanks, again, Ralph! The new room looks amazing."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by47%of homeowners
Carenzo Remodel & Repair
5.0(
41
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Chicopee, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Customers say: Quick response

"The renovation of our 1950's bathroom has been completed and it is a piece of art. The entire project was handled by Johnny C. with excellence. Johnny was easy to work with and shared his expertise and knowledge to help us with the process. Some of our design choices did pose a challenge for him but he executed those trouble spots expertly. This renovation had a huge tile component and he did a beautiful job with the wall and floor tile we chose. We now have a really stunning bathroom that is in keeping with the vintage age of the home. From our initial meeting we were comfortable with what he offered: a really fair price, a couple of consultations prior to the work beginning which helped us select our materials and very responsive to our questions throughout the process. Each day Johnny and his assistant, Danny, arrived on time. At the end of each day, Danny did an excellent job of cleaning up the work area and leaving things in the best possible condition. Johnny is very conscientious about returning the home to the owners so things can remain as normal as possible through the process. We recommend Johnny highly for his excellent workmanship, his friendly personality, his more than fair price and the easy manner of communication."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Platinum Construction, LLC
5.0(
5
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Chicopee, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"I had the pleasure of working with Dino and Pete of Platinum Construction to complete my living room, entry way and closet floor. Although it was a small project for them we felt as though it was handled with the same care and professionalism as the larger projects they do. As well as being completed in a timely manner. Pete and his helper did a great job. They were prompt at 8am both mornings, very informative and professional through the project. Should I need another project done they will be the first ones I reach out to!"
Demo
Mid Construction
Opened Wall
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel

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Response time1 day
Response rate96%
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kelley Property Maintenance
5.0(
5
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Chicopee, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were excellent. I always go back to him, I fully trust him and have the ability to fix anything for me. He is very particular about his work, efficient and trustworthy. Easy to work with and will highly recommend to anyone."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Affordable Home Repairs
3.1(
108
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Deck or Porch - RepairCloset - BuildGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair - For Business

Serving Chicopee, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"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."
Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Baseboards don’t have to be nailed into studs. However, nailing them into studs adds to their stability. When studs aren’t available, you can secure them with drywall nails directly into the drywall and adhesive. Always aim to nail into studs, especially in high-traffic or impact-prone areas.

Framing a house with steel generally takes less time—around five to eight weeks—than most building materials. The steel components can also be made quickly off-site and manufactured with pre-punched holes for running piping and electrical wiring, which will lessen the prep work and extra labor during construction.

New builds, remodels, and additions often necessitate professional framing expertise.

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.

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

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