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Avatar for HS General Contracting
HS General Contracting
4.8(
84
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Marlborough, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very well.  I acted as general contractor after my builder disappeared in the middle of the job.  I had some good contractors and some not so good ones.  HS Plastering and Painting was at the top of the good list.  The quality of their work was very good; no complaints there at all.  But what stood out was the experience of working with them.  They came when asked, did what they were asked to do, acted in a professional manner, stood by their work, and were a true pleasure to have as a contractor.  They were quick, worked weekends to get the job done, and didn't cut corners.  
In fact, my realtor liked them so much that she asked for their contact information for other houses that she works on.
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Bathroom remodeling - Newton, MA
Wooden Outdoor Bathhouse for Backyard
Bathroom remodeling
Kitchen Remodeling
She Shed

+53

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Reyes Contractors LLC
5.0(
19
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Marlborough, MA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"My pipes froze and burst on a Saturday. Reyes Contractors were working at another site but arrived promptly on Monday morning to replace the pipes. They removed sections of the wall so that insulation could be installed. They began the repair process. An Insurance Adjuster inspected the damage. Once my insurance company sent the money for full repairs, I asked Wil Reyes to come and give me an estimate. William Reyes has a great team of contractors and painters. They even moved my furniture into and out of the Pod. My ceiling was repaired. Installation was inserted into the vulnerable areas of the walls and the ceiling. New sheetrock was applied, , sanding was done, the walls and ceiling were primed and painted. My living room was like new! I asked if I could add installation of a dishwasher and painting my bathroom. The guys removed old border, sanded and painted. All of this was done at a reasonable price. This team works hard. I would definitely recommend them."
Remodeling - General Project
Cape Cod home remodel
Remodeling - General Project
Cape Cod home remodel
Remodeling - General Project

+28

Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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MMP Construction Inc
4.6(
222
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Marlborough, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was buying a new house, the home inspector had some questions about the attic joists and suggested I have a professional take a look at them. I needed it done quickly and I called three contractors. Matt from MMP was the only one that called me back the same day and agreed to come look at them the next day. He showed up on time, suggested a remedy and gave me an estimate. After buying the house I had him complete the work. It was done as promised in a very tight and dirty attic space, they cleaned up before leaving. I also chose Matt to replace my roof after getting three estimates. The crew did the complete job, chimney flashing, ice and water shield, small roof repair and venting channels in the attic. Clean up was great, no mess left in the yard. He was not the lowest estimate but all the work was done without any additional charges. I was very pleased with the results."
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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3G's Construction
4.7(
109
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Marlborough, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My basement looks amazing!!! I highly recommend Rich and his team, they were professional, responded promptly to any concern I had, a very well finish job. Don’t look anywhere else for a contractor, 3G’s construction are the best!"
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Before Renovation

+18

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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DeVaux Home Improvement
4.8(
34
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Marlborough, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Larry just remodeled our kitchen and did an incredible job! He's extremely knowledgeable, easy to talk to, timely, and worked in an honest and professional manner the entire time. As first home owners, finding a good contractor isn't always easy and can be intimidating - but we feel we really lucked out with Larry. He also has a designer's eye and we felt that his vision for the home really matched with ours from the get-go. We'll definitely be recommending his services to friends and family, and we'll undoubtedly need his help ourselves again in the future!"
REBUILD STAIRCASE
New treads , trim detail, polyurethane and painting
REBUILD STAIRCASE
REBUILD STAIRCASE
REBUILD STAIRCASE

+16

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Crystal Renovations LLC
4.9(
64
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Marlborough, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They worked consistently and did an excellent job. The contractor, Pedro, was very pleasant and easy to work with. They cleaned up nicely. The result was terrific!"
Remodeling - General Project
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+10

Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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New England Contracting and mgmt inc
5.0(
4
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Marlborough, MA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Outstanding service. The work that New England Contracting & Management did for us was nothing short of excellent. They quickly gave us a very reasonable quote. All of our remodeling was completed on time, and under budget. We are exceptionally pleased and would hire then again! APPLAUSE ?"
Bathroom vanity
New kitchen
Custom sunroom
Bathroom 1
 CustomTree house deck

+36

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Real Painting & Home Improvement
4.8(
99
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Marlborough, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Carlos’ team does excellent work all around - highly professional. Carlos is very responsive and offers fair prices. This company has been the best handyman and painting contractor I’ve had. Would definitely hire again."
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
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+80

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Unfinished 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.

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. 

Costs depend on furniture type, size, complexity, and whether additional modifications are needed.

Learning how to frame a house includes picking the right lumber for the job. Most people will want to pick pine, spruce, or fir for the framing. These types of lumber are affordable and produce sturdy framing for structures. Look for kiln-dried lumber to reduce the risk of shrinkage or insect damage after installation. As part of what’s included in framing a house when you hire a professional, the contractor should order the lumber, so you don’t have to worry about finding the right lumber.

Stick frames, metal frames, or prefabricated concrete frames are included in framing a house, along with creating the framework and space for windows, doors, and entryways. Other aspects of developing a home—like drywall, insulation, windows, doors, and more—are not included in the cost to frame a house.

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