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L & D Builders
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Serving Northfield, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1989

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

A Local Expert Committed to Excellence Since 1989, L & D Builders has been recognized as a top General Contracting business in Bernardston, MA. We offer clients a full range of contracting services; building and renovating custom homes and additions, which includes log home construction and sales. We also provide full site work, such as land clearing, cellar holes and foundations, septic systems and repairs, water lines, retaining walls, stone patios and walkways, driveway regrading, tree and stump removal, and much more. We will install, repair and replace building features like roofing, siding, decks, and chimneys to bring your investment to its full potential. Contact me today to receive a free estimate, I’m happy to help you!

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Sonart Construction Corp.
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Serving Northfield, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

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Sonart Construction Corp. has over15 years of experience in providing a variety of exterior and interior renovation services. We provide services to Palm Beach, Broward and Miami-Dade Counties.. We specialize in Bathroom Remodeling, Kitchen Remodeling, Flooring and the list goes on. Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach and keep the customer informed through every phase of the project. When interacting with our company, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing, and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your renovation needs. Give us a call today!

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Dunn Rite Handyman Services
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Serving Northfield, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am totally happy with the work that Brian did removing my old countertop and installing a new one and backsplash. He and his crew did a wonderful job, all in one day, for a reasonable price. Brian has also done other work in our house, like putting an air conditioner in the wall and putting in a new basement door. Heâ s the best!"
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New siding and diistressed

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Response time7 hrs
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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The BullBag
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Serving Northfield, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Credit card accepted

"These guys are the greatest! They saved us a lot of money! We had a dumpster before the bullbag and for 3 tons of material and a week rental of the dumpster it cost us $486! We own the bullbag now, had a full bag - 3.5 tons - picked up and it was only $229! We didn't have any rental charges, excess weight fees, or anything! These guys did everything they said they would! OMG! Everyone should use these guys!!!!! Also, I got the bullbag back! I never have to buy another one and its ready to use whenever I feel like doing a clean out or renovation."
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Ranieri Construction Inc
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Serving Northfield, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This past winter, my vinyl pool wall started to cave in, due to rusting of the support structure. I placed calls to 17 different construction & pool repair companies, and Ranieri Construction were the ONLY ones that were willing to roll up their sleeves and take on the repair job (everyone else just seemed to want to sell me an entire new pool!). Louis and his family were amazing from start to finish. They are very skilled - from excavating the old deck, ratcheting back the pool walls, and pouring the new footings & deck, they clearly knew what they were doing, and the finished product is great. Louis was very attentive to detail. They spent time with me to explain the work that needed to be done, always stayed in touch with what was going on, were very careful to respect the property and always cleaned up. Even though it wasn't in our contract, Louis even offered to fill in gaps between my pool coping and deck all the way around the pool as a preventative measure so that I wouldn't have an issue with the other pool walls in the future. In short, I couldn't be more happy with Ranieri Construction - they are a great family business, and I wouldn't hesitate for a second to use them for any new projects down the road."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Neponset Valley Construction
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Serving Northfield, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had an experience with Neponset Valley Construction.  They did work about three years ago.  I would tell others that they're more for exterior jobs than they are interior jobs, the work is kind of shoddy.  The price was the reason we went with them. "
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Space deck handrail posts four to six feet apart. If the posts are more than six feet apart, the railing will be less able to withstand lateral forces and is more susceptible to breaking. Additionally, railing posts that are more than six feet apart may not be up to code, and you may face fines and be required to reinstall the posts to bring them up to code.

The best and fastest way to remove paint from a deck often involves combining a chemical stripper with a pressure washer. Gel-based paint strippers are highly recommended because their thick consistency makes them less messy and easier to apply than liquid strippers. After applying the stripper to loosen the paint, you can use a pressure washer to efficiently wash away the residue. When using a pressure washer for this task, it's important to use a low pressure (under 1000 PSI) to avoid forcing too much moisture into the wood, which could lead to mildew or rot.

Most building codes list a minimum width of 36 inches and a maximum height of 7¾ inches. However, for the most comfort and spaciousness, you’ll want to aim for a width of at least 48 inches and a height of 7 inches. Again, it’s always a good idea to base your numbers off steps that you already use comfortably.

Spindles on a deck may also be called balusters or pickets. While not as important to the structural support of the deck as the rail posts, they play a critical role in ensuring the deck is safe to use by closing in large gaps in the railing. For this reason, balusters must be no more than 4 inches away from one another.

A deck that isn’t attached to a house is called a floating or freestanding deck. These standalone decks are built near ground level, so they usually don’t need deck stairs. Some don’t even require permits. Generally speaking, building a floating deck is faster and more DIY-friendly than constructing one that’s connected to your home.

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