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Avatar for PLJ CARPENTRY INC
PLJ CARPENTRY INC
4.5(
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Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Plj is one of the best companies to work with on Cape Cod. Plj is very intentional with what they do! If you are looking to do any type of carpentry work, contact Plj, you won’t regret it!"
Deck Built
Deck Built
Deck Built
Deck Built
Deck Built

+47

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Claudio Painting and Home Improvement, Inc.
4.9(
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Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

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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
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Byam Construction
4.7(
239
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Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Byam Construction did a beautiful job on my deck. Their work was beautiful. They did many special details to make it look perfect. I highly recommend them for carpentry work."
Exterior Work
Response time3 hrs
Response rate94%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bill's Handyman
5.0(
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Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

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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
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Paulo's Painting & Carpentry Inc
4.2(
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Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Paulo did an excellent job, but more importantly, he showed up when he said he would and there were no "surprises." A very nice man and a professional. We will be hiring him for several more projects, including some carpentry/repairs."
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Response time5 hrs
64 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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New England Home Improvement, Inc.
4.9(
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Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

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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
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Robert Home & Yard Improvement
4.8(
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Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Carlos did a great job of painting my house. He is a wonderful professional, a pleasure to deal with! I am going to hire him again to do the carpentry work."
Deck stain
Deck stain
House painted
House painted
Patio in Harwich

+16

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
49 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mr. Handyman of Cape Cod and Islands
4.3(
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Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had an emergency which was a small but urgent job. The problem was an unsafe situation and I chose Mr. Handyman because of the excellent reviews. I had a very pleasant conversation with the owner who was upfront about the cost which i very much appreciated. At the last minute, I was able to solve the issue and had to cancel my Mr. Handyman appointment. I called and spoke with the owner again and he was very gracious about the cancellation which was a surprise as he likely already had his guys on the way. I highly recommend Mr. Handyman."
After removing old shingles
Shingle Replacement
Shingle Replacement
After removing old shingles
Midway

+16

Response time9 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

Building a barndominium means converting a barn into a house. Barndominiums are becoming popular as spacious and stylish alternatives to typical housing structures. Old barns that become houses traditionally consist of wooden construction. However, newer structures, such as pole barns, often contain metal exteriors and roofs. Converting a metal outbuilding into a house presents an excellent opportunity to create a barndominium from metal.

For maximum stability, install grab bars on wall studs, as this will adequately support the weight. However, if you don't have access to studs, you can get by with wall anchors. If opting for the latter, choose specialty hollow wall anchors. 

Most Cape Cod houses are two stories tall at the peak, although they’re considered one-and-a-half stories tall because the steep roof pitch cuts off a portion of the living space on the second story. Unless you raise the roof on your Cape Cod house to add a dormer, the interior rooms upstairs will lose some usable living space to the sloped ceilings.

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

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