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Avatar for Gaby's Carpentry
Gaby's Carpentry
5.0(
89
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Carpentry Framing - RepairArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - Install+9 more

Serving Watertown, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

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Warranties offered

"Gaby helped us remodel our kitchen. We wanted to keep our existing custom cabinets but modernize the appearance. Gaby transformed the look from a country style kitchen to a more modern, crisp design by: -extending the cabinets about 10” to the ceiling, and adding molding and trim work -replacing faux legs in our island and cooking area with clean edges -building custom decorative panels for the island and columns -removing a cabinet to make room for a beverage center -countless repairs and fixes Gaby also coordinated painting - both the cabinets and the ceiling/walls, and painted over 50 cabinet doors/drawers himself. The painting turned out absolutely beautiful and professional - as if the cabinets were white from the beginning. He also coordinated many of the other jobs, including recommending an electrician for us who was also very reliable and professional. In many ways, he acted like a GC for us in addition to a carpenter. Can’t say enough about Gaby. He is an outstanding, meticulous carpenter. He knows his stuff in and out. He is reliable, prompt, efficient, reasonable, and goes above and beyond to deliver amazing results. Would absolutely recommend him to anyone and already planning other carpentry projects with him in mind. A+, 10/10, fabulous to work with. Thank you Gaby!"
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
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+98

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Day & Night Painting & Carpentry Work
5.0(
17
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Watertown, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

"This team arrived promptly on time, examined the areas of my front porch that needed repair, explained clearly how they would go about each task, and gave me a fair price for the entire job. Then they completed the work on time and left the porch vastly improved and the front yard immaculate. During the whole project they were professional, courteous, tidy, and a pleasure to have around. I recommend them highly!"
Painting work
Painting work
painting & carpentry
painting & carpentry
painting & carpentry

+25

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Real Painting & Home Improvement
4.8(
99
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Watertown, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

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"Real Painting and Home Improvement did a really outstanding job for us. They started and finished on schedule. The workmen were great to work with. They skillfully completed all the tasks we contracted for, Our house looks great. I would be delighted to recommend their services"
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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DeVaux Home Improvement
4.8(
35
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+9 more

Serving Watertown, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

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Warranties offered

"I've had an overall excellent experience working with Larry! I hired him to get the framing done for my finished basement, and he has always been quick to respond and did excellent work. He coordinate well to get the materials delivered, and arrived promptly to transport them to the project location. It was always easy to schedule things and get in contact with Larry. I would definitely hire him again!"
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 by90%of homeowners
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C P Construction and Carpentry
4.1(
47
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Carpentry Framing - RepairCarpentry Framing - InstallDeck or Porch - Repair+1 more

Serving Watertown, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The CP construction crew were very hard working and competent. Clod as the owner is extremely customer service oriented. He communicated with me throughout the permitting process, the build and the inspection process. The new deck and stairs look great and bring compliments from all the neighbors. I will definitely reach out to CP construction in the future."
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
Robert Pino
4.9(
92
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Window Frame - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - RepairCarpentry Framing - Install+10 more

Serving Watertown, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1985

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Warranties offered

"Robert Pino and his brother were amazing not only did they do an impecable job building the shed but he also helps do another project redoing the bathtrom in the house. He was very responsive and fast about scheduling us in. I highly recommend them for future projects"
Response time4 hrs
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by58%of homeowners
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Phalan Construction & The Handyman
4.8(
353
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+11 more

Serving Watertown, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I hired Bob to do repairs and renovation of a condo rental unit. He renovated the bathroom with new tiles, replacing bathroom rotten wood frame window with a vinyl frame, installing new light fixtures and repairing bathroom plumbing, repairing torn screens, as well as repainting interior walls and trim throughout the unit and installing new shades throughout. He also plastered water-damaged ceilings and cleaned and organized the basement storage area. On the exterior he replaced a rotted window frame and missing clapboards, then patched and painted the wall. Bob arrived early each day and worked diligently. Bob is a great problem solver and works with you to suggest ways to do repairs for the best outcome while keeping costs down. His work is high quality. I would definitely hire him again."
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Recent Basement Alteration
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Recent Bathroom

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Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can hang picture frames, shelves, and other items on Trusscore panels. For lightweight items (less than 30 pounds), the company recommends using adhesive strips rather than nails or screws. However, you’ll need to secure heavier objects to a stud in the wall. In these situations, Trusscore recommends cutting away the panel material and fastening the object to the stud with metal hardware.

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

Framing is the shell of the house. It includes several steps, including studs, plumbing, and electricity. A professional will ensure the wall frame is secured for the house’s structural integrity. 

Framing prices change depending on the material and whether the wall is load-bearing. Most contractors use wood to frame a home, but metal is another popular choice.

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.

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