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Avatar for Mr. Handyman of Northern Baltimore County
Mr. Handyman of Northern Baltimore County
4.7(
455
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Deck or Porch - RepairExterior Shutters - Install or Replace - For BusinessExterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

Serving Arbutus, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

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Warranties offered

"Jay was amazing ..he had to return to finish the job. My building had someone moving out and would not let us use the freight elevator . Granted I did not know that their would be a need for it,so I had to reschedule the work .The building can be very difficult for contractors not on the buildings preferred list. Jay did an amazing job on the doors even with constraints that were out of his control .The job was much better than I expected,very pleased .I will be requesting Jay for the installation of a tub & shower door.I have been using numerous contractors for renovation of our badly outdated Condo .it has been one nightmare after another ..Mr Handyman is so easy to work with .Scheduling is so easy . She is really positive & professional ( I should know her name but it escapes me) I If I had only known what an amazing job they do . I would have used them more for projects I have already contracted.Mr Handyman does a professional job at very competitive pricing ."
Bathroom Remodel
Lattice work and deck maintenance
Gate rebuild.
Bathroom Remodel
Lattice work and deck maibtenance

+84

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Home Genius Exteriors
4.9(
1,222
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Exterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

Serving Arbutus, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was faced with the daunting task of remodeling my 40 year old homes exterior. There was a lot of damaged wood and made looking at this project very difficult. The team at Home Genius were very great at putting my mind at ease when dealing with the siding. There?s were very intricate details in finishing my project and the crew really did a fantastic job putting it all together."
WINDOWS
WINDOWS
WINDOWS
WINDOWS
SIDING

+73

Response time4 hrs
Response rate93%
2705 neighbors recently requested a quote
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CBJ Home Improvement
4.7(
155
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Arbutus, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"CBJ Home Improvements did a fantastic job on my outdoor living project (enlarging deck, installing screen room, and building a patio). First of all, the workers that built each part of the project were Craftsmen! Each putting in their own expert 'signature' custom piece. Secondly, they finished the work within the scheduled time. I will get CBJ for all my general contracting needs! Al and Vanessa"
Concrete patio
Concrete patio
Concrete patio
Sidewalk
Deck Steps Repair

+49

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
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B.C.G. BUILDING SOLUTIONS, LLC.
5.0(
192
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Arbutus, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1998

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Emergency services offered

"B.C.G. BUILDING SOLUTIONS did a great job on several project’s. They arrived on time and left the work area clean each evening at the end of the day. They repaired some dry wall areas where wallpaper had been removed and screened in my porch."
Handymen Project
Handymen Project
Handymen Project
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+55

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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3rd Life Maintenance
5.0(
13
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Arbutus, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hit Terry with a multitude of tasks. Siding repair, stucco work, garrage trim repair, and even last minute electrical troubleshooting. He met every challenge with ease. Courteous, thorough, and craftsmanship are only a few traits I can use to describe him. We are already planning more work for him!"
Handyman Services Project
Handyman Services Project
Handyman Services Project
Handyman Services Project
Impossible made possible

+47

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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DEX Window & Door Repair
5.0(
19
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Exterior Shutters - Repair or Restore - For BusinessWindow Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Arbutus, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Dexter repaired and replaced numerous windows, sliding glass doors and screens at our home and i must say his knowledge, expertise and his timely professionalism has always been on display. He is truly a high skilled technician and I highly recommend him and will continue to higher his firm for our projects going forward. Mansfield Realtors, CEO"
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Framing a basement takes three to five days, on average, when completed by a professional, though it may take longer for a larger space. Keep in mind this doesn’t include the time to complete the design, obtain permits, and install the drywall on the framing. On average, fully finishing a basement takes an average of 45 days.

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.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

Most of the time, you’ll want to use screws on your subfloor rather than nails. Nails can actually weaken plywood, whereas screws can easily penetrate without damage. They also form a more secure connection because of their shape, preventing squeaky floors and tightly holding the subfloor in place. That said, some contractors do prefer nails depending on the type of floor covering because they allow for more flexibility.

Begin by analyzing the blueprints and gathering the proper materials before framing a house. With the prep stages behind you, begin by framing the floor of a house on the newly set foundation. Exterior and interior walls come next, along with rough openings for doors and windows. Contractors will then add ceiling and roof rafters to finish things off. 

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