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Gaby's Carpentry
5.0(
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Serving Grafton, MA and surrounding areas

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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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Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Collazo Home Improvements & Property Maintenance
5.0(
108
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Serving Grafton, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

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Emergency services offered

"We hired Collazo home improvement for a deck repair/replace. The entire team was great to work with. They were efficient and addressed all of our concerns. The project was done quickly and on budget. I would highly recommend them. Exceptional."
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Flooring
New Handrails
New Handrails

+7

Response time6 hrs
96 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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C P Construction and Carpentry
4.1(
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Serving Grafton, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"CP construction and carpenrty did a great job building a new deck for my family. I was kept in the loop during the building process. Most importantly the price was right and great workmanship. I will use CP construction again and I highly recommend. Thanks again guys, from Nigel."
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remodel a bathroom
remodel a bathroom
remodel a bathroom
bathroom

+20

Response time2 days
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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SJ Carpentry LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Grafton, MA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

We are a home improvement construction business specializing in the design and build of outdoor living spaces such as decks, pergolas, pavilions, gazebos, and sheds. We also offer bathroom remodels, flooring installs, and custom finish carpentry.

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22 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Phalan Construction & The Handyman
4.8(
325
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Serving Grafton, MA and surrounding areas

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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 Bathroom

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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Strong Builders, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Grafton, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1988

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"You won’t regret hiring Strong Builders for any project. Jack was great to work with, from beginning to end. He built a 16x18’ family room with a 16’ cathedral ceiling. Jack was on-site everyday and completed almost everything himself - framing, siding, windows, roof, sheetrock, hardwood floor, fireplace/mantle, painting, deck. Jack provided daily updates and was very transparent when it came to costs associated with the project. He was very courteous of us still living the in house during construction - with two young kids. Jack’s attention to detail, from paperwork to carpentry, is second to none. Strong Builders will be my go to for future projects."
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Great Room
Kitchen
Kitchen
Screened Porch

+123

Response time10 mins
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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MAB Woodworking
4.9(
24
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Serving Grafton, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

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Warranties offered

"I bought a few items as holiday gifts for family. When we brought home the boards, my wife loved them so much I’m re-buying for gifts:) great product, made by a great carpenter. Highly recommend their products."
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Carpentry - Woodworking Project
Carpentry - Woodworking Project
Carpentry - Woodworking Project
Carpentry - Woodworking Project

+45

Response time2 days
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
Omondi Woodworking
4.6(
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Serving Grafton, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home or business as if it were our own. We offer a variety of quality furniture repair and cleaning services. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction! We are a professional team dedicated to providing you with excellent customer service. We offer professional and high quality services. Your satisfaction is important to us. All our services include a one year warranty.

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Boyd Property Management
5.0(
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Serving Grafton, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Used Boyd Property Management for construction of a new deck. John and Nick were professional, friendly and knowledgeable. I am extremely satisfied with the quality of work and plan to use them on future projects."
Pavers and Hardscaping Project
Patios Project
Patios Project
Patios Project
Walkway

+26

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by63%of homeowners
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Three Tree Home Improvements Inside & Out
4.8(
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Serving Grafton, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

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Warranties offered

"They replaced my cabinets, put back on my counter tops and fixed my backsplash. They put the insulation back in our finished basement, replaced the carpet in places that got wet. They put back up the drywall in the basement. They were very nice people to work with and everything turned out well."
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Response time1 day
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

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. 

Removing a load-bearing wall affects the structural integrity of your home, so you’ll need a permit before starting the work. Building codes vary by municipality, and obtaining a permit and having the work inspected after completion will ensure you’re in compliance with all applicable regulations.

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