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Avatar for Home Genius Exteriors
Home Genius Exteriors
4.9(
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Exterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

Serving Cheltenham, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

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."
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SIDING

+73

Response time4 hrs
Response rate93%
2693 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Linares Construction Llc
Linares Construction Llc
5.0(
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Cheltenham, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had a wonderful experience with Linares Construction. The company was very responsive, professional and timely. I had at least 10 tasks that needed to be completed. All were successfully completed to my satisfaction. Linares exceeded my expectations."
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+116

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Mendez Painting Services LLC
Mendez Painting Services LLC
4.5(
317
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+9 more

Serving Cheltenham, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The Mendez Painting Team did a fabulous job with multiple carpentry renovation projects in our house. Extremely competitive prices with a very competent and professional staff Premium carpenter and The Painters did an amazing job with painting and completely revitalizing the exterior of my house My dormer windows were destroyed all the wood was rotten The carpenters made new dormers windows Trim boards below the roof replace Trim boards behind the front gutter are replaced . Front bay windows. all front windows now are new with composite trim boards The exterior of my house looked old now it looks new. very responsive and clearly communicates the work to be performed. I recommend them highly"
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+83

Response time2 days
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Metropolitan Restoration Center, LLC.
Metropolitan Restoration Center, LLC.
4.4(
193
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Cheltenham, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

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
Avatar for Vazquez & Son construction Inc.
Vazquez & Son construction Inc.
4.2(
167
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Cheltenham, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The work was originally scheduled for Friday; however, Mr. Vazquez texted me early that morning to let me know that he would not be arriving at 8:00 as scheduled due to the rain. He said he could come later that day or Monday or Tuesday of the next week. I return texted that later Friday or Monday would work for me. When he didn't show up on Friday, I assumed he'd come on Monday but I wasn't 100% sure. Of course, I could have followed up myself. However, no worries. Rigo showed up early Monday and got right to work. I am very pleased with his skills, work ethic, and sharp eye to go above and beyond. He started inside on the kitchen ceiling but moved back and forth between the inside work and outside work. Letting the ceiling applications dry, while he worked outside. Efficient! Rigo also noticed my (ahem) less than professional spackling work in the kitchen over some screws and chips in the wall. He went ahead and fixed those up too. So much nicer! Rigo also pointed out that the garage wood had rotted because no flashing had been installed at the top. He ASKED if I wanted him to add that and asked if I wanted wood or that wood-alike that doesn't rot. Seems like small potatoes but I've certainly had others who did work and did not give me any info or options. Much appreciated. After he'd completed the outside work, Rigo borrowed a broom to sweep up. The kitchen was also quite clean. Obviously, I still need to do a good sweep, but it is much cleaner than I'd anticipated.
All in all, a job well done. Add in the Angie's List discount and I even give them an A on pricing.  This is the 4th or 5th company I contacted to fix the garage trim and the first who showed up. I thought I was jinxed. I've begun my list for spring - interior cracks in the stairwell and the trim around the basement windows. I will be hiring Vazquez and Son again.
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Basement Flooring
Basement Flooring
Exterior siding
Front
Basement Flooring

+59

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
Avatar for Home Valet Pros LLC
Home Valet Pros LLC
5.0(
14
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceWood Stairs and Railings - RepairCloset - Build

Serving Cheltenham, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Home Valet Pros is your trusted local handyman service, providing skilled, reliable home repairs and maintenance across Anne Arundel, Howard, and Montgomery Counties. Our licensed, insured, background-checked technicians handle carpentry, drywall, painting, tile work, fixture replacements, light plumbing, light electrical, and a full range of home repair projects with professionalism and care.

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+6

228 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Mr. Handyman of Anne Arundel and PG County
Mr. Handyman of Anne Arundel and PG County
4.5(
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Deck or Porch - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For Business+10 more

Serving Cheltenham, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"James McCarron came to evaluate the restructure of our outdoor stairs to allow us to access the water spigot on the side of our house but inaccessible because of the stairs. While he gave us the estimate for the approach for the stairs, he recognized that the best solution was not a carpentry solution but a plumbing solution which we supported. He could have pushed the carpentry option, but he gave us a solution that would save us money, time, and resolved our spigot access situation at the same time. His honesty went a long way to the credibility of the company."
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5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Closets By Design - Washington DC Metro
Closets By Design - Washington DC Metro
4.6(
104
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Closet - Build

Serving Cheltenham, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They came our for about an hour. They went through everything and showed me a possible design. I was pleased. They came out promptly. The only reason we didn't move forward with them is because I realized I need some more remodeling done before I can work on the closets. I wasn't pleased with the quality of the material they used. Their wood didn't look very nice."
Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

You can choose 5/8-inch plywood or 3/4-inch plywood—anything thinner than these sizes may not withstand the impact of debris propelled by strong winds or can be easily torn off by intruders. Remember that the durability of the wood board is crucial, particularly for safeguarding your windows during severe storms. The effectiveness of using wood boards for protecting the investment you made in your home relies on using the appropriate material and ensuring proper installation.

While some highly experienced homeowners can frame a house independently, it is not advisable. You will need ample carpentry experience, a team of helpers, and professionals to sign off on your work to meet local building codes. For the safest outcome, we recommend buying or building a house with the guidance of professionals.

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.

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.

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

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