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A Pair of Hands
4.7(
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Serving Bensville, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

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Emergency services offered

"I was referred by a friend who had them install a composite deck. I had 3 contractors look at my deck to demo and replace with wood. They had a competitive price. They were done in 3 days! Short punch list which the owner had his men address. I would say Iâ m pretty picking but his men completed everything to my 100% satisfaction!!! I would definitely recommend â A PAIR OF HANDSâ !! It was a great experience to hire a honest contractor with professional people working with him! Oh, there was nothing for me to really clean up after! Thank you Rab!"
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Carrone Baptist Church
Currie Sr. and I (Rab)
New Porch and Ramp
Loaded it all up!!

+74

Response time1 day
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Home Genius Exteriors
4.9(
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Serving Bensville, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

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Emergency services offered

"Home Genius was very efficient with their work and did a great job with our siding install. The crew worked hard to get it done and we would certainly consider them for future projects."
WINDOWS
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SIDING

+73

Response time4 hrs
Response rate93%
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Metropolitan Restoration Center, LLC.
4.4(
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Serving Bensville, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

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Customers say: Quality work

"Wilson is a skilled craftsman who has rescued so many of my fine antique pieces over the last 15 years. He is extremely talented and very easy to work with. I have given him broken, stained, desiccated and otherwise damaged wooden items that he has restored to their original beauty. I find his prices quite moderate and his work exceptional."
Dresser Restoration
Oil Painting Restoration
Oil Painting Restoration
Door Restoration
Door Restoration

+46

Recommended by89%of homeowners
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FAMB Construction, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Bensville, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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Customers say: True professional

"Contractor did excellent work. Asked before any needed change was done. Over the several days it took to complete re-decking the surface and replacing the stairs , when finished for the day he removed all of the debris from each day so none was accumulated in the yard."
Regular Wood Deck
Deck
Deck
Frame Moulding
Deck

+37

Response time1 day
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Rapid Inventions, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Bensville, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

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Customers say: True professional

"Edy responded to my request for painting and drywall repair. He proved to be very reliable and professional for the duration of the project. Consequently, I plan to ask him to do a few more projects at my house. He is very thorough about explaining costs and the process for the work and he gave me an opportunity to ask questions or share any concerns which he took care to address. I am grateful to have had a chance to work with him and his colleagues and look forward to working with him again in the near future."
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Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Closets By Design - Washington DC Metro
4.6(
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Serving Bensville, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

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"The consultant came to my home within days of my phone call. They measured and layed out design at the same time. I got the price and scheduled the work for the following week."
Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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DEX Window & Door Repair
5.0(
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Serving Bensville, 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

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.

When hanging a door frame, it’s recommended that you use screws, not nails. Screws are more secure, easier to tighten, and easier to remove if you need to adjust the frame. On average, the cost to replace a door frame is about $400, but you can save on labor costs if you’re confident in your ability to DIY the project. 

Accurate measurements, sturdy materials, and seamless integration with other structures.

When building a house, it is customary to use 16d nails that measure 3 1/2 inches in length to construct the frame. These nails are crucial in providing the necessary support and stability for structural elements like joists and studs, which ensures a sturdy framework.

A cross brace for a fence gate should stretch from the top corner of the gate’s hinge side to the bottom corner of its latch side at a 45-degree angle to the bottom of the gate. This positioning distributes the bulk of the gate’s weight to the base of the post, taking pressure off the top hinge.

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