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Avatar for Gaby's Carpentry
Gaby's Carpentry
5.0(
89
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - Install+8 more

Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The project went extremely well. Gaby is a consummate craftsman and finish carpenter. As someone who built custom furniture in my early days, I am very familiar with woodworking and can immediately distinguish between good, quality work and Excellent craftsmanship. Gaby fits the latter! He does all the work himself and takes incredible pride in the quality of his work. He built out the shelving in our pantry and when completed, there was an issue with the height of each of the shelves. When I brought the issue to his attention, Gaby apologized profusely and was back at my house within 48 hours to remedy the situation. This is a situation where you get what you pay for! His pricing was a bit high but fair as custom-built cabinets go. The difference is justified in the quality of materials he uses and the attention to every little detail during installation. During COVID, we paid 50% up front so he could purchase the materials right away as the cost of aLL MATERIALS CONTINUED TO SOAR. Gaby is honest, friendly, highly skilled and fin to work with. The only criticism I have is every decision made and agreement made was on a handshake (Old-school). There was not a formal quote or any paperwork other than the drawings from our designer that I provided. He gave me a range on price and of course, when the work was done, it was the higher of the range. We had initially planned for 2 pantries built by Gaby but ended up only needing shelves in a modified pantry that had already existed which my builder had modified. There were no adjustments in his verbal quote or final price. I had wished at the time that it was in writing. Good communication. Always on time and said what he would do and did what he said! Always cleaned up and left the work space ready and clean for the next guy. I would be happy to speak with anyone or send photos of before and after. You can reach me at [email protected]. Great work Gaby! Thank you."
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
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+98

Response time1 day
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Michael Butler
Michael Butler
4.9(
24
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Furniture - Build CustomArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomCloset - Build+1 more

Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Local woodworker with 30 plus years experience that works with you to create custom pieces all wood. Also provide a handyman service for your convenience. Visit our website: www.MABwoodworking.com

The shop
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The shop
The shop
The shop

+40

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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MMP Construction Inc
4.6(
222
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Carport (Wood) - Build

Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a very small roof area need to be repaired. I sent request to multiple company to give a service quote. Few of them sent me replies and stated that they are too busy to come. Matt of MMP Consturction's contacted me promptly, scheduled an on-site visit and gave us a quote right away. The work was then scheduled and finished quickly. Matt did great job on reaching out, effective communication, and always arriving on-time. He also gave an evaluation on our roof condition. Also, Eric and Don did excellent job on finishing the project. They are all very polite, knowledgeable, and showed their professionalism. We would like to express our sincere appreciation to Matt and his crew. We are very grateful for having them arriving on-time before the winter storm to prevent potential damage of the house. From their react, we see a warm heart. No job is big or small, all jobs are equally important. Understanding the difficulties of others, for the people, been appreciated by the people. Thank you again for your high quality service. We definitively recommend MMP Construction Inc. to anyone for any related home project."
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Real Painting & Home Improvement
Real Painting & Home Improvement
4.8(
99
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - Install+7 more

Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had last painted our house over 10 years ago and it was in dire need of carpentry work and exterior painting. I found it very easy to work with Real Painting from the start - they had solutions to all of our needs and the quote was detailed and easy to understand. The carpentry team was very skilled and their work exceeded my expectations for quality. The painting crew did an amazing job preparing the house for painting. They completely stripped the paint in most key areas and sanded the clapboards to perfection. Their attention to detail was immaculate - from caulking all to way to the finishing touches with our two-tone paint scheme. They also kept the site very clean. Everyone on the team was friendly, easy to talk to, and always showed that they cared for me as the customer. I am very happy with the work from Real - they delivered a great product at a reasonable price and within the expected timeframe."
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
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+80

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Phalan Construction & The Handyman
4.8(
325
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - Install+8 more

Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Mr. Phalan arrived on time, did the work as agreed, cleaned up immaculately and generally acted with high professionalism. We have employed him for years off and on in a variety of capacities. He is my "go to guy" for any woodwork or exterior repairs. He's even pitched in in unexpected emergencies like ice dams and foundation leaks with incredible responsiveness."
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Recent Bathroom

+33

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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T.J. Cormier Construction
4.7(
81
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"TJ Cormier Construction built an amazing, perfect deck in my backyard ! It was definitely more than I expected and it's truly awesome ! He is also a genuinely nice, honest, down to earth, easy going guy and is hard-working and dedicated to his craft - he definitely knows what he's doing and he's very detail-oriented, precise and experienced ! I will hire him in the future for window replacement work on my house that is badly needed - I would definitely recommend him to my friends and family and his pricing is very reasonable - he's awesome !"
Exterior
Deck
Deck
Response time2 days
51 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Twombly Home Improvement
5.0(
11
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Twombly Home Improvement has done many projects for me; Remodeled a bathroom, erected a gazebo from scratch, repaired a collapsed roof, did wood rot repair around window sills and foundation, did some painting, and other work. Stephen provides great attention to detail, his estimates and final work costs are extremely competitive, he truly cares about his work and most importantly, he is very trustworthy."
Response time5 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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C P Construction and Carpentry
4.1(
47
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Carpentry Framing - RepairCarpentry Framing - Install

Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was extremely pleased with the service rendered. The staff was on time every day and very professional! My project was completed exactly on time. I definitely enjoyed working with CP Construction, I highly recommend them and I would hire them again for any project without hesitation!"
close up view of tile job on shower
remodel a bathroom
remodel a bathroom
remodel a bathroom
bathroom

+20

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for FR PRO HOME IMPROVEMENT LLC
FR PRO HOME IMPROVEMENT LLC
5.0(
13
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Quick response, called and came out right away to help. Very professional and friendly. It was a small job, but still seemed important and I appreciated that. It was all done very quickly but professionally. I would hire again for any other handyman services I might need."
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Tejada's Remodeling Inc
Tejada's Remodeling Inc
4.7(
31
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Closet - Build

Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I was very impressed working with this company. Communication was superb right off the bat. We went over the job in detail, and it was completed perfectly. The company is very professional and pays attention to every detail. The price was good too! They also cleaned the area thoroughly and my property looks exquisite. Hire this company with confidence. Thank you!"
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+6

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
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Woodworking 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.

Yes, carpenters can fix squeaky floors. They have the expertise to identify the source of the squeak, whether it’s loose floorboards, subfloor issues, or joist problems. These experts also have the right tools and hands-on knowledge to secure the flooring and eliminate the noise, ensuring a long-lasting solution.

No, beams are the primary load-bearers for flooring or roofing systems, and they distribute the weight of the structure to your foundational supports, while joists bear far less weight and distribute their loads to the beams. Beams are usually thicker and longer, and they have support posts or foundation walls beneath them for support.

There are two ways you can cut trim for doorways: with a miter saw or a table saw. Mitered joints need a 45-degree angle. If you’re unfamiliar with a miter saw, you might want to consider buying extra trim pieces or choosing butted joints instead. One wrong cut, and you’ll need to power up the saw again with a new piece. 

Butted joints—also called shaker style—don’t need a 45-degree angle. Instead, your side pieces attach perpendicularly to the header trim and only require a straight cut.

A contract should outline the scope of work, timelines, costs, payment schedule, and materials used for clarity and protection.

The Harvard, MA homeowners’ guide to woodworking services

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