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Avatar for Gaby's Carpentry
Gaby's Carpentry
5.0(
88
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+9 more

Serving Dorchester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Gaby helped us remodel our kitchen. We wanted to keep our existing custom cabinets but modernize the appearance. Gaby transformed the look from a country style kitchen to a more modern, crisp design by: -extending the cabinets about 10” to the ceiling, and adding molding and trim work -replacing faux legs in our island and cooking area with clean edges -building custom decorative panels for the island and columns -removing a cabinet to make room for a beverage center -countless repairs and fixes Gaby also coordinated painting - both the cabinets and the ceiling/walls, and painted over 50 cabinet doors/drawers himself. The painting turned out absolutely beautiful and professional - as if the cabinets were white from the beginning. He also coordinated many of the other jobs, including recommending an electrician for us who was also very reliable and professional. In many ways, he acted like a GC for us in addition to a carpenter. Can’t say enough about Gaby. He is an outstanding, meticulous carpenter. He knows his stuff in and out. He is reliable, prompt, efficient, reasonable, and goes above and beyond to deliver amazing results. Would absolutely recommend him to anyone and already planning other carpentry projects with him in mind. A+, 10/10, fabulous to work with. Thank you Gaby!"
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
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Additional Photos

+98

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Osmin's Construction and Carpentry
Osmin's Construction and Carpentry
4.9(
24
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair - For Business

Serving Dorchester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

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%
74 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for C P Construction and Carpentry
C P Construction and Carpentry
4.1(
47
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair+1 more

Serving Dorchester, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We loved working with Clod and his team for our kitchen remodel. He listened to everything we asked for and provided expert insight. His quote was fair and he kept to the scope and time we agreed to. The CP team treats your home like it is their home. They truly care about proving you an amazing finished product. Highly recommend"
close up view of tile job on shower
remodel a bathroom
remodel a bathroom
remodel a bathroom
bathroom

+20

Response time2 days
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Robert Pino
4.9(
92
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceWood Stairs and Railings - RepairCarpentry Framing - Install+10 more

Serving Dorchester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Bob did a great job in helping us both design and refinish our basement. He helped dismantle old fixtures and drywall before framing the entire basement. He then rebuilt our stairway to curve to another side to avoid head obstacles. He was responsive and flexible throughout. We were impressed with his work so we hired him to do additional floor leveling, floor installation, and all of the trim work. His brother did most of the work with him, which made for a cohesive crew. We would recommend Bob and his brother to anyone in need of carpentry or other home improvement jobs."
Response time4 hrs
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by58%of homeowners
Avatar for McCann Gutters and Carpentry
McCann Gutters and Carpentry
4.9(
17
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Deck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace+1 more

Serving Dorchester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Colm has been great. We originally hired to to repair some weatherstripping that blew off the house during a storm, and he was so prompt and so good that we've hired him for much bigger project since -- and now our neighbors are calling him, too. Strongly recommend."
brookline install
Response time2 days
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Phalan Construction & The Handyman
Phalan Construction & The Handyman
4.8(
325
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+11 more

Serving Dorchester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

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 Basement Alteration
2
Recent Bathroom

+33

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Sharka Construction
Sharka Construction
4.9(
88
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairCloset - Build+5 more

Serving Dorchester, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ari is just the best. There's nothing he can't do. We have an antique home in constant need of everything from new windows to painting, tiling, and electrical work, and I will only call Ari from now on. On top of being an amazing craftsman, he's also incredibly responsive and kind."
Full Bath reno - Boston
Original bathroom
Kitchen re-design
Kitchen before
Bedroom accent wall detail

+9

Response time4 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for D & R Construction
D & R Construction
4.7(
31
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Closet - Build

Serving Dorchester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The work took much longer than expected (4 months) and we ran right down to the max on what our home owner's insurance would allow for us to be put up in a hotel. D & R worked to fit us in around a lot of other jobs and this made it difficult to get much done quickly or more than 1-day per week of work in. One subcontractor was unprofessional and refused to do work he had agreed to causing us a 3-week delay. D & R was open with communication of setbacks or concerns, which we appreciated, and eventually replaced the subcontractor. Overall I am happy with the work. Some small details might be improved in the finish work. For example, there are some small lumps in some drywall patches that the painters might have finished better and one section of ceiling paint that did not match the rest of the ceiling. The flooring was replaced on the entire second floor (apx. 800 sq feet) and they did a great job with this especially considering they had all the furniture to contend with while they did the work. They provide a guarantee for a year for their work. The owner is responsive to contacts and pleasant. I would hire them again."
Response time4 days
Response rate100%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

For a professional carpenter, installing a window seat can take anywhere from a few hours to a few days, depending on some aspects of the project. Aside from building the seat itself, if they have to remove any cabinets, shelves, or baseboards, that will add time to the project.

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

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.

When deciding whether to use nails or screws for framing, the specific needs of the project must be taken into account. Nails have long been the go-to option for framing due to their affordability, ease of installation, and ability to withstand shear forces. They are perfect for structural framing projects where fast assembly is essential. In contrast, screws offer exceptional holding power and are particularly useful in situations requiring increased strength and resistance to pull-out forces. For projects that prioritize accuracy and long-lasting quality, screws may be the preferred option, though nails remain a dependable and efficient choice.

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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