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Avatar for Capefort Custom Carpentry
Capefort Custom Carpentry
5.0(
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Closet - BuildFurniture - Build CustomInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install+2 more

Serving Falmouth, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wonderful experience with company owner and installation team. Would â  highlyâ  recommend Capefort Custom Carpentry. Professional, very responsive and extremely willing to make us happy! Their work is amazing!"
Multiple Projects
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+10

Response time9 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Claudio Painting and Home Improvement, Inc.
Claudio Painting and Home Improvement, Inc.
4.9(
47
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallDeck or Porch - Repair

Serving Falmouth, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Exceptional Contractor for Comprehensive Home Improvement: I recently had the pleasure of working with Claudio and his team for a variety of home improvement projects, and I couldn't be more satisfied with the results. Initially hired for deck replacement, I was immediately impressed with the quality of their work. This positive experience led me to engage their services for additional projects, including windows and doors replacement, installation of leaf guards for gutters, repairing a leaking roof, fixing the chimney, addressing exterior damage caused by a previous contractor's negligence, replacing shingles, power-washing the house, and painting the exterior. What sets Claudio apart is not just the breadth of services offered but the consistent excellence in each. His carpentry skills are top-notch, evident in the meticulous work on my deck and other wooden structures. Moreover, his reliability and honesty make the entire process stress-free. The pricing is fair, especially considering the wide range of skills he brings to the table. Claudio truly is a man of all trades. Having someone with such diverse skills has been a game-changer for me. I no longer need to juggle multiple contractors for different tasks; he can handle it all. If you're looking for a reliable, honest, and multi-talented professional for your home improvement needs, Claudio is the person for the job. I highly recommend his services and will undoubtedly turn to him for any future projects."
Response time12 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%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 Falmouth, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I just got my gutters done and they did pan excellent job. It was a slow season so they got the job done rather swiftly with more person power. My gutters look amazing a d they come with a warranty. They also made sure to do the best possible system to keep water away from my home and garage. Thank you!"
brookline install
Response time2 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Bill's Handyman
Bill's Handyman
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - RepairExterior Shutters - Repair or RestoreGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair+1 more

Serving Falmouth, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Bill is an extremely good worker. He is on time, very polite, and does an excellent job. I have had Bill move furniture, put up curtain rods, and paint my shed. Absolutely no complaints."
Shutters,doors painting
deck repair
garage shelves installation
windows sill and trims
drywall repair

+16

Response time5 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for ECCarpentry
ECCarpentry
5.0(
23
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Deck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - RepairWindow Frame - Repair

Serving Falmouth, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"This is the most professional contractor I have found on. Cape Cod. The service was perfect in every way. I will definitely be calling EC carpentry again and will recommend Eric to all of my friends looking for a carpenter"
Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for New England Home Improvement, Inc.
New England Home Improvement, Inc.
4.9(
47
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair+2 more

Serving Falmouth, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had vinyl plank flooring installed in our summer home. Given that we werenâ t there, communication was excellent. Eduardo sent pics throughout the process. He answered all of my questions promptly. Quality of work was excellent. They started earlier than expected and finished quickly. Over 1000 sq ft installed in 4 days along with full removal and disposal of wall to wall carpet. Everything was returned back to where it belonged which made minimal work for us to begin to enjoy the floors! I would highly recommend Eduardo and his staff to work in your home."
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Install of Hydro Ban
Installing Rubber Liner

+6

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Laurence Sette
Laurence Sette
4.8(
27
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Falmouth, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Customers say: True professional

"Laurence was professional , reliable and courteous. He put up a fence for us, He showed up when he said he would, gave an estimate and time frame. When finished, everything was cleaned up. We'd hire him again, and highly recommend him."
Response time1 day
Response rate87%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Installing a tongue-and-groove wall requires similar techniques to those associated with installing shiplap. However, because of the precision necessary to make each board fit perfectly and the increased material prices, the cost is higher than that of shiplap installations. Expect to spend between $2 and $6 more per square foot for tongue-and-groove walls versus shiplap ones.

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.

It’s best to use two screws to secure deck boards into every joist. Securing the boards to every joist makes the deck more structurally sound, while using two screws on the outer sides of the boards can help prevent warping and cupping.

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.

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.

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