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Clukey Construction
5.0(
94
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Serving New Salem, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We highly recommend Clukey Construction. We hired Clukey Construction to demolish an old 12x34 ft deck with screenroom area and build a new 12x18 ft deck, as well as frame and install a new exterior door just inside our bulkhead door in the basement, and install a new bathroom exhaust fan and vent it through the roof. The estimate Shawn provided was thorough, accurate, and fell right within the range this type of project should cost. He kept in contact with us from beginning to end and made sure that we were well informed throughout the entire project. Shawn and Neil are extremely professional and hard working. They were onsite everyday as long as weather permitted until the job was complete. Everyday they made sure our property was tidy and safe before leaving. Their attention to detail is impeccable, every cut is precise and fits together tightly. Shawn answered all our questions and was always timely in responding to us. I can't say enough positive things about Clukey Construction and we will definitely be calling them for future projects."
Carport
brazillian cherry
kitchen start
therma tru door
thats us

+428

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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T.J. Cormier Construction
4.7(
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Serving New Salem, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"T.J. Cormier did an outstanding job repairing Damaged Corner boards on my 2 story colonial In Acton , damaged by woodpeckers!! T.J. Replied promptly to all of my texts and Arrived on time for the job. He replaced old wood with PVC trim boards That look great and the woodpeckers wonâ t Damage. Highly recommend TJ and will call him again. He is very polite and professional ,"
Exterior
Deck
Deck
Response time2 days
52 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Handy Experts
4.0(
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Serving New Salem, MA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Andre arrived a few minutes early. Which is great because I like people who are on time. He proceeded to carry the AC unit from my car located in the garage, to the bedroom where it was going to be installed in a window there. He immediately unpacked the contents of the box. Andre is very knowledgeable about this type of work. He had to adapt some pieces, as the unit was not compatible with the type of window I have. Andre did this with ease. His work ethic is excellent. In less than 2 hours he had the unit installed in the window. Andre was also very polite and personable. Thank you for referring him for this job. With Appreciation, Gilda Cannavino"
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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A&M Painting and Handyman Services
3.9(
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Serving New Salem, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

A&M Painting and Handyman Services is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We operate with integrity, fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility in everything we do. Our team takes pride in delivering high-quality craftsmanship and dependable service with strong attention to detail.\n\nIn addition to professional painting and general handyman services, we specialize in decks, fencing, and flooring installations and repairs. With accurate knowledge of our trade and hands-on experience, we provide reliable solutions tailored to each customer’s needs. Above all, we remain focused on our customers’ best interests and make their satisfaction the foundation of our business.

Vinyl fence
Flooring
Flooring
Flooring
Flooring

+1

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by65%of homeowners
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Sidewinder Industries Handyman Services
4.5(
8
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Serving New Salem, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Adam, from Sidewinder, was willing to come from a relatively far distance to do this job. He was able to efficiently evaluate the problem, and hire the appropriate parts to complete the project. I found him to be knowledgeable, easy to work with, reliable, and reasonably priced."
Repair and paint
Deck board install
Painting
Railing replacement
Clean and prep

+15

Response time2 days
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

You can enclose an open carport, however, there are several things to consider before opting to do so. You'll want to check local building codes and permit requirements before proceeding to make sure it’s legal. While you can sometimes stick-frame a carport enclosure, pre-fab kits are also available. Remember that you'll likely need to meet concrete slab regulations and provide lighting inside the structure. Both of which could substantially drive up costs.

You may need a permit to install your window seat. Even though it's an indoor modification, some municipalities require permits for any built-ins added to homes. Check with your carpenter or, if you're DIY-ing, do some research on your city's requirements.

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.

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