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Avatar for Calix Carpentry
Calix Carpentry
4.9(
62
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Serving Elkridge, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"I’ve used Carlos several times for various carpentry work, both interior and exterior. He’s very professional, skilled, and reasonably priced. Highly recommend"
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Alexander Townsley
4.9(
85
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Serving Elkridge, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Arrived promptly, inspected, and gave me an estimate. Once I agreed he immediately took care of the problem. I was very satisfied, and hired him to do additional work as well."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate92%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Step It Up Construction
4.6(
84
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Serving Elkridge, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike was the first contractor to call me immediately. As I had a leaking roof from a wind storm that damage my shingles. He arrived on time and took care of the roof repair immediate. Very efficient and professional. Highly recommend"
Window Replacement
Window Replacement
Window Replacement
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel

+15

Response time10 hrs
Response rate97%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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L&V HANDYMAN AND REMODELING
5.0(
30
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Serving Elkridge, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Did exactly what we needed and poured a concrete slab and constructed an out of the box shed and anchored it to the concrete. Came out perfect and exactly the quoted price. Would hire again no hesitation."
Handyman Services Project
Exterior trim and facial replacement
Handyman Services Project
Handyman Services Project
Handyman Services Project

+138

Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Harry's Handyman Services
5.0(
23
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Serving Elkridge, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I can't say enough about Harry! He completely renovated my (total gut job) rental. He stripped the house down to the framing, including replacement of loadbearing walls! The entire house is brand new and beautiful! He is trustworthy, reasonably priced and takes much pride in his work! Harry has also completed many projects in my residence! I promise, you will not be disappointed!"
Handymen Project
Handymen Project
Painting - Interior Project
Handymen Project
Handymen Project

+17

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Dimitri's Home Improvement
4.8(
36
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Serving Elkridge, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1972

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dimitri and his crew did an incredible job with our house. This was a big job, but it went more smoothly than I could have imagined. Dimitri showed up when he said he would, the work was outstanding, and the project was completed earlier than expected despite cold weather delays! Because of the work that was being done, we had to move out of the house for a few months. Dimitri made sure we could move in again as soon as possible. Dimitri also made some great recommendations about how we should do certain things in the house. Turns out all the ideas he had were good ones! 
We have returned to Dimitri's Home Improvement many times since this initial project, and we have recommended them to our friends, family and neighbors.

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Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+8

Response time7 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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VKB Kitchen & Bath
4.7(
335
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Serving Elkridge, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was definitely a 5 star operation from the initial discussions to the finishing touches! For a major renovation and upgrade to our master bathroom we reviewed potential contractors and their customer comments. VKB stood out. Our VKB designer Sean clearly has artistic talent and lots of design experience. He patiently worked with us, showing us 3D design options as we considered alternative configurations and materials. When we were satisfied with the design, Sean transitioned us smoothly to the build phase, introducing Jason as our project manager and Walter as our crew chief. Sean personally familiarized Jason with the project, inviting us to share our thoughts and any concerns. During the renovation, Walter and his crew would carefully isolate the MBR work from the rest of the house, sealing off the room and path to the front door with plastic barriers and floor coverings every morning and remove them every evening. Everyone was polite and sensitive to our living space. Jason was responsive to our wishes to refine several design aspects as the work proceeded, and Walter and his crew smoothly made the alterations. After the main construction was completed Jason remained very attentive to our ‘punch list’ of remaining details and our questions until all had been resolved. Walter ensured very high-quality work down to the finest detail. All the work from design to completion was well within the timeframe we had hoped. In the end, we have a beautiful MBR well beyond our original expectations!"
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Kitchen Remodel in Laurel, MD with quartz countertop & wooden flooring

+1053

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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FAMB Construction, LLC
5.0(
22
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Serving Elkridge, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"FAMB called and I told the owner what needed done. They knew just what to do after that. Gave me an estimate on one day, started the job the next day and completed. Cleaned up nicely everything pretaining to the fence even cut down a Bush that was in the way that grew there over time. The owner does quality work he and his helper. The replacement of my fence is awesome. Love looking out my back now. Highly recommend his service. Professional in his line of work. Nice and courteous to his customer. I will hire this company again."
Regular Wood Deck
Deck
Deck
Frame Moulding
Deck

+37

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

It's possible to turn your carport into a living space, but there are additional factors to address over turning it into a garage. HVAC, plumbing, and electricity won't be optional, and you'll need finished flooring, drywall, trim work, and legal ceiling height, for starters. Also, keep in mind that living space conversions may require upgrading the foundation underneath, and the permits might be more expensive as well.

Stick frames, metal frames, or prefabricated concrete frames are included in framing a house, along with creating the framework and space for windows, doors, and entryways. Other aspects of developing a home—like drywall, insulation, windows, doors, and more—are not included in the cost to frame a house.

Costs depend on desk size, labor, included features like drawers or motorized height adjustments, and required wall anchoring.

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.

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