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New England Carpentry Inc
4.9(
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Serving Needham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Gil and his team did an outstanding job on our staircase renovation. They rebuilt the banister, handled the drywall, and refinished, and everything came out incredibly clean and precise. The craftsmanship really stands out, from the smooth lines of the railing to the attention to detail around the steps and finishes. The space feels completely transformed. They kept the work area tidy throughout and were professional from start to finish. Solid, high-quality work, I would absolutely recommend them."
Response time1 day
Response rate92%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cowboy General Services, Inc.
5.0(
10
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Serving Needham, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bruno did an excellent job by using high quality material and is highly skilled on the job. He has amazing warm energy and attitude. Most amazing aspect is he treated the work and apartment as his own, always thinking and doing work beyond what we are thinking or asking. The best customer service contractor I have ever met. Definitely will hire him for future new work."
Kitchen original
Half bath
Half Bath
Bid board
Tile floor

+91

Response time4 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Strong Builders, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Needham, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1988

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Jack did an incredible job engineering an open floor plan for our traditional colonial home. He was able to thoughtfully pull together a plan and execute it from start to finish. It was a complicated assignment with multiple rooms coming together as one integrating our kitchen. Through our collaborative planning, Jack has created an incredible open floor plan where we can enjoy all areas of our home including a new pantry and storage. Jack is a consummate professional and works with precision and focus with the job at hand. He communicates well and manages the project as a master contractor and doer of the project. I highly recommend Jack and Strong Builders for your next home project."
Rear Elevation
Great Room
Kitchen
Kitchen
Screened Porch

+123

Response time10 mins
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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KINSELLABUILT
5.0(
33
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Serving Needham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went very well. The contractor was very efficient and the quality of work was excellent. The plumbers, electrician, and tilers all were excellent as well. I would highly recommend this company and look forward to working with them again on our next project."
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+25

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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US ProPaint and Renovation, Inc.
4.6(
274
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Serving Needham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"JR and his team were very professional. Most contractors promise a lot to make the sale but then never live up to those promises. That was not the case with JR and team. They went over and above. Every detail was attended to. Very happy with the work. World hire them again."
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Kitchen after
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Exterior siding
Siding

+618

Response time1 day
778 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Neary Construction
4.8(
174
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Serving Needham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It is surprisingly difficult to find reliable contractors with good communication skills that do quality work, especially for these smaller projects. So I was pleased with how smoothly this project went from start to finish. A formal written quote was provided via email which I accepted and he scheduled the work for the following week. They completed it in less time than I thought it would take and did a great job. I will definitely use them again for future projects."
After a little framing is done we start closing up the walls
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This is the Bathroom before demo
Tiling done before final fixtures got installed
Corner shelves

+27

Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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EAP Construction
4.1(
23
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Serving Needham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Took my vision of a new home and made it a reality. EAP built my home from the ground up and executed flawlessly. The sheer craftsmanship and dedication this company brings, as a customer I couldn’t be more satisfied. Paul Pinheiro the general contractor took dream of a new home and made it a reality."
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - General Project
General Remodeling Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project

+23

Response time2 days
Response rate87%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Alexis Home Remodeling
4.9(
126
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Serving Needham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Eddie and his crew were very professional from the original communication (he responded quickly and actually followed up with great communication/something I was finding very hard with other potential contractors). The process with his plumbers and electricians again very professional and could tell it was high end. They are meticulous and it shows from the finished product. This was a complicated job is some ways and if came out great and we are very happy. I would highly recommend Eddie and his crew. We will be using him for future projects."
Arlington screened Porches
Jamaica Plain Trippe Decker Porches
Arlington screened Porches
Jamaica Plain Trippe Decker Porches
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+39

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Crystal Renovations LLC
4.9(
64
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Serving Needham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Pedro and crew were great. They showed up every day on time and worked throughout the day. I was not home all the days, but we easily coordinated them getting into the house and locking up when done. I felt my house was in safe hands while gone. When I was home they were respectful and pleasant to chat with. They were careful to protect my new hardwood floors and cleaned up after themselves. The work they did was excellent. As you can see from the description, I had them do a lot of projects. I initially was only going to have them do the trim. But I was impressed with their work and Pedro was helpful about providing estimates and suggestions along the way so we greatly expanded the project. Even with all the extra added work, there was no delay in scheduling work days. Pedro was helpful in working within my budget and even did a couple of small things without charging like fixing a stuck door. It didn’t take him much time, but that’s the type of mentality I look for in a contractor! Pedro was great about ensuring I was happy with the work. We did a thorough walk through and he fixed up a few small things I had issue with without complaint. There was one small fix that we didn’t get to prior to me leaving the country for three weeks. I had already fully paid so it would have been easy for Pedro to just move on, but HE reached out to me when I got to schedule the work. He was great to work with and I would definitely hire him and his crew again."
Remodeling - General Project
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+10

Response time3 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%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.

Framing a house with steel generally takes less time—around five to eight weeks—than most building materials. The steel components can also be made quickly off-site and manufactured with pre-punched holes for running piping and electrical wiring, which will lessen the prep work and extra labor during construction.

The cost to convert a carport into a garage averages about $22,000, ranging from about $15,000 and $55,000. Additional cost factors to consider include size, time of year, and how much of the carport you can reuse. Other cost factors include the kinds and amounts of materials used, such as:

  • Add insulation: $1 per square foot

  • Add drywall: $1–$3 per square foot

  • Add window: $450–$2,000 per window

  • Add outlets: $75–$500

  • Add garage door: $250–$11,200

  • Enclose framing: $5–$13 per square foot

  • Replace roofing: $1,000–$2,000

There are a few easy ways to locate a wall stud without a stud finder. First, try knocking on the wall with your knuckles. Most parts of the wall will sound hollow, but when you tap over a stud, it will sound more solid. Alternatively, since studs are spaced 16 or 24 inches apart, you can measure those distances from a corner of the room, which will always have a stud.

A few signs that you need a new door frame include:

  • The door no longer fits properly in its frame and sticks or scrapes.

  • You notice cracks, holes, or rotting.

  • You feel a draft coming from around the door when it’s closed.

  • You find yourself frequently needing to make repairs.

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