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DC57 Construction
5.0(
67
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Serving Dartmouth, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"As all the previous reviewers have said, DC 57 Construction is definitely a 5 star company. Lucas came to my home 3 times and helped me plan out the job. The job included: rebuilding a wood ladder to the upstairs loft, installing a railing and a new door in the loft, and adding shelves in the bathrooms. In addition, Lucas installed two railings for my back deck. Lucas and Tiago are both finish carpenters and they do excellent work at a very reasonable price. I am having Lucas come back soon to install a new screen door. Hiring Lucas and Tiago was definitely a great decision as my home looks much better."
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project

+27

Response time1 day
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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PLJ CARPENTRY INC
4.6(
16
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Serving Dartmouth, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They did an excellent job. and did a lot more than I expected. I kept the existing railings which they reinforced. They even reinforced all the framing. They cleaned up very well each day and after completion."
Deck Built
Deck Built
Deck Built
Deck Built
Deck Built

+47

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Alton Barnes, LLC
4.5(
105
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Serving Dartmouth, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent work. I had Mack and team install a dog door (wall) and build a custom sized screen door for my 1870 farmhouse. Mack came out a few times to measure to get the specs right. The door is perfect with reinforced screen material. Plus the post job cleanup was immaculate. I already have a few more projects in mind for Mack and team."
Deck Install
Deck Install
Deck Install
Interior painting
Interior painting

+69

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by67%of homeowners
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Bourke Remodeling and Home Improvements
4.9(
35
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Serving Dartmouth, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bourke Remodeling has worked with us on several projects, the major one being a kitchen remodel and a masonry rebuild and roofing a new shed. They did a great job and we were so pleased with the entire experience. In spite of our own sometimes fickle process and requests, Erick and Tom worked with us in a cheerful, patient and expert way and with great skill to achieve the kitchen we were envisioning. The whole process was fun, enriching and resulted in a kitchen that precisely fits what we envisioned--an updated kitchen that retained its original character while making it new again. We smile every time we enter it. Thank you so much Erick and Tom for your patience and professionalism."
Repaired deck-after
Repaired deck-after
Repaired deck- before
Repaired deck- before
Kitchen remodel

+40

Response time2 days
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Melvin Power Wash
4.3(
748
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Serving Dartmouth, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I can't speak highly enough about this company. When I called to arrange an on site visit for an estimate, they showed up on time and listened to everything I had to say about the job. I was given a written quote on the spot (something I rarely see from contractors), so I offered them the job. To my surprise, he said he could get started the very next day (a Saturday) and that they would be able to finish the following Monday when the deck had dried off. They arrived to start the job when they said they would, and got to work right away. I was concerned I would need to move the stuff we have on the decks, but they told me they could simply move them to the side and then move them back when they were done. They did exactly that, and everything was put back to its original position when they were finished. They were power washing all day, and were very thorough. When they came back two days later, they again went to work right away rebuilding the stairs and water sealing the deck. The stairs look great! They even added a step so the bottom step could sit more securely on the concrete (it had been resting on a cinder block before being rebuilt). They advised to wait 1-2 days for the water sealer to dry before using the decks, we paid them, and they did a great job cleaning up when they left. I wish all contractors we hired were as efficient and straightforward as the people working at Melvin Power Wash. I will absolutely call on them again when my decks need maintenance, or if my house needs a wash."
Deck Maintenance Project
Deck Maintenance Project
Remodeling - General Project
Deck Maintenance Project
Remodeling - General Project

+76

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Ocean Break Remodel, LLC
5.0(
19
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Serving Dartmouth, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I've personally seen how building or making modifications to your home can be very stressful. In early August of this year, we signed a contract with Ocean Break to demo our old deck and build a new deck/3 Season room combination. We found them on Home Advisor. From day one, the operation was totally professional. Peter Walsh, the owner of ocean break, quickly provided a proper contract capturing the results of the interview that preceded the start of work. The work promptly commenced shortly thereafter. The first phase of the project, the framing, was efficiently completed in a little over a week. Peter is the type of contractor who encourages you to be involved, choosing materials and colors and watching the daily progress of the project. He is happy to go over the work that has been done each day being sure to point out things he thinks you should know. All of the workers were extremely friendly and professional. My wife and I actually looked forward to seeing them bright and early each morning. Peter was extremely patient as we often changed our minds about design features and materials. He encouraged me, a veteran, to personally purchase many of the materials at Home Depot and Lowe's so that I could get my 10% veterans discount. The entire project was completed on schedule and within a reasonable Delta of the original projected price. As inevitably happens, we changed a few things from the original plan which appropriately increased the cost of the project. Peter always reminded us of when such deviations took place so that there would be no surprises at the end. The project was completed a little over a week ago. There was the inevitable punch list at the end which Peter took care of immediately. He even reused the section of gutter that had been cut off the house to accommodate the new room to save us money. With two weeks remaining in the project, Peter gave us a final figure and he stuck to it. So, now my wife and I have a three Season room and deck which we love. and, I'd like to think, we also have a good friend in Peter Walsh whom I highly recommend. One final point. As I watched the final vinyl plank be installed on the floor, without a single plank being ripped, I realized that, because it fit perfectly, the room was perfectly Square. Now that is skill and craftsmanship!"
kitchen remodel
Framing an Addition
finished addition
exterior cedar shingling Little Compton RI
wooden shingles siding

+90

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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A & S Construction
4.7(
15
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Serving Dartmouth, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I could not find anyone to assemble a treadmill - A & S responded and quickly and efficiently got it together & instucted me about it before they left. The were professional and agreeable to my requests."
kitchen
kitchen
kitchen
renovation
renovation

+2

Response time1 hour
Response rate94%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Traditionally, bungalows are single-story homes, although having a half or partial story on top of the first floor is common. While adding a second story to a bungalow is certainly possible, the home would no longer be considered a bungalow by the strictest definition.

When building a house, it is customary to use 16d nails that measure 3 1/2 inches in length to construct the frame. These nails are crucial in providing the necessary support and stability for structural elements like joists and studs, which ensures a sturdy framework.

No rules state how much of a load-bearing wall can be removed. Rather, you need to adequately support any area that is removed. Support should always be added to as much wall area is being removed. Failing to support the area properly will result in structural damage.

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.

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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