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Avatar for Mr. Handyman of Northern Baltimore County
Mr. Handyman of Northern Baltimore County
4.7(
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Serving Hunt Valley, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

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"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Jay for the installation of a tub & shower door.I have been using numerous contractors for renovation of our badly outdated Condo .it has been one nightmare after another ..Mr Handyman is so easy to work with .Scheduling is so easy .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%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Home Genius Exteriors
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Serving Hunt Valley, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

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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."
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SIDING

+73

Response time4 hrs
Response rate93%
2488 neighbors recently requested a quote
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CBJ Home Improvement
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Serving Hunt Valley, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

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"Iâ m glad I pick CBJ Marketing Group to re-build my deck and to stain it. They also took the old wood away and they also did a good job in cleaning up and The price was very reasonable. I will have them do the next job that I need done. I recommend CBJ Marketing Group. Larry"
Concrete patio
Concrete patio
Concrete patio
Sidewalk
Deck Steps Repair

+49

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
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B.C.G. BUILDING SOLUTIONS, LLC.
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Serving Hunt Valley, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1998

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"A good friend and neighbor of ours recommended Brian. She said that he can do every thing you need to have done around your house no matter how big or small the project. Well Brian did not disappoint. So far he has done every improvement we ever wanted to do to our 100 year old house in Guilford and our other property in Charles Village. He has competed dozens of projects requiring plumbing, electrical, flooring, roofing, carpentry skills and more."
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Handymen Project
Handymen Project
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+55

Recommended by95%of homeowners
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JZ Construction, LLC
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Serving Hunt Valley, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

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Emergency services offered

"Jimmy was GREAT! Quick response and professional service. I really appreciate the way JZ Construction responded to my request with a throurough knowledge of my electrical concern. Technician showed up, prepared and problem was fixed on first visit. Thank you JZ Construction, LLC team. I will be sharing your information with my realtor friends:-)"
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+22

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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J Painting & Home Services LLC
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Serving Hunt Valley, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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"Carlos and his crew did outstanding work in installing a new ceiling in our living and dining rooms and in painting those rooms and our kitchen cabinets. We are absolutely delighted with the results! They were very punctual. Carlos explained the steps needed to complete the jobs. He and his crew took great care of our furnishings and left the rooms in spotless condition. His prices seemed more than fair. He and his crew were pleasant and friendly. It was a pleasure having them in our home! We will not hesitate to hire them again should the need arise. We highly recommend them! Bill and Pat Carpenter"
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+7

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by53%of homeowners
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New Life Handyman Services
4.5(
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Serving Hunt Valley, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1979

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"Great job. Two interior doors were replaced; one including the frame. Now we have nice looking new doors. Bobby was professional, efficient, and neat. The price was reasonable. I will definitely hire again. Thanks."
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+26

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Mark Cullen Home Improvement
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Serving Hunt Valley, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

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"Mark was on time for the home repair and was very knowledgeable on how to accomplish the task at hand. Will definitely work with him moving forward when we transition from our rental location to our own home in the coming months ."
Living room
Kitchen
Full home remodel
Bathroom
Full home remodel

+22

Response time2 days
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

Framing most homes takes anywhere between five and eight weeks to complete. You’ll need to account for inclement weather conditions, material shipment times, the number of crew members, and the weight of your materials. If the weather is too hot, wet, or cold for the installation, this process could take closer to eight weeks.

If you remove a load-bearing wall to create an entrance to a carport or covered patio, you can expect to pay between $3,200 and $9,500, with an average cost of $6,400. Factors such as the type of addition and if that area needs additional work will add to the price.

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

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.

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