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Avatar for MARVEL HOMES LLC
MARVEL HOMES LLC
4.9(
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Serving Chestertown, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Warranties offered

Customers say: True professional

"Fantastic! Devin and his team remodeled three of the four bedrooms in my townhouse in Clarendon: the first about four years ago and the other two bathrooms two years ago. He also built me a new closet in the master bedroom. The entire experience was amazing. The work is top quality - years later it still looks perfect and I have not had any problems - and his team is polite, professional, timely and they left my home spotless when they left. And since the work has been completed, Devin has helped me with little issues for free whenever I needed help. He is truly a talented professional and a stellar person. Can’t recommend highly enough!"
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+8

Recommended by100%of homeowners
AML Top Quality Construction
4.6(
27
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Serving Chestertown, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"very happy and not the first time ive used this contactor. a few years ago the rebuilt my front deck. I was broke so they gave me a few differnt options to work with my budget. This project they re did my little garage porch and completely re did the sofit around garage. price was right. they did good work cleaned up great and played with my dogs .I will use again and I do recommend"
Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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ShorePro Construction, LLC
4.3(
27
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Serving Chestertown, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"As our project proceed we found additional problems that needed to be address. Doug always had great ideas on how to best address the problems and the most reasonable cost to complete them. He always gave us pros and cons for the best ways to address the new problems. Was very helpful with finding additional services that he recommended do the job due to their expertise in the area, such as encapsulation of the crawl space."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate86%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Apex Remodeling
4.3(
260
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Serving Chestertown, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had scheduled our wood floors to be resurfaced with another company, but while the rooms were all cleared out, it was a good time to repair drywall and paint. Henry sent someone immediately to give us an estimate. We only had 5 days to work with before the floors were to be started. His crew started the very next day! All were professional and respectful. They repaired spots we didn't know existed! Henry visited twice, once as the men were working and the next to inspect the completed job. He was available by phone at any time for questions/concerns. Although we thought the price was expensive like other reviewers, considering what they did on the timeline given and the excellent results, we would definitely use them again. We have already given their card to the neighbors."
Response time1 day
368 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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D&R Improvements
4.8(
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Serving Chestertown, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We have hired many contractors over the years, and don't recall any who have been nearly as exceptional in every way as Dave and his team. Both my wife and I cannot recommend D&R more highly."
Master Bath Shower
2nd Bath tub/shower
tub tile
floor tile setting
shower tile complete

+31

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Ace Handyman Services Eastern Shore
5.0(
1
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Serving Chestertown, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

As a locally owned business Ace Handyman Services Eastern Shore employs local craftsman who are experienced in their field and trained in exceptional customer service. We back up this up with the support of a national respected brand, 1 year guarantee to give you the peace of mind you deserve. We are bonded, licensed and insured, and all of our employees are background checked and trained.\n

Custom crawl space access
Kitchen backsplash
New railings and stairs
Drywall and paint
Shiplap fireplace wall

+9

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

The cost to convert a carport into a garage averages about $22,000, ranging from about $15,000 and $55,000. Additional cost factors to consider include size, time of year, and how much of the carport you can reuse. Other cost factors include the kinds and amounts of materials used, such as:

  • Add insulation: $1 per square foot

  • Add drywall: $1–$3 per square foot

  • Add window: $450–$2,000 per window

  • Add outlets: $75–$500

  • Add garage door: $250–$11,200

  • Enclose framing: $5–$13 per square foot

  • Replace roofing: $1,000–$2,000

When deciding whether to use nails or screws for framing, the specific needs of the project must be taken into account. Nails have long been the go-to option for framing due to their affordability, ease of installation, and ability to withstand shear forces. They are perfect for structural framing projects where fast assembly is essential. In contrast, screws offer exceptional holding power and are particularly useful in situations requiring increased strength and resistance to pull-out forces. For projects that prioritize accuracy and long-lasting quality, screws may be the preferred option, though nails remain a dependable and efficient choice.

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.

For maximum stability, install grab bars on wall studs, as this will adequately support the weight. However, if you don't have access to studs, you can get by with wall anchors. If opting for the latter, choose specialty hollow wall anchors. 

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

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