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Avatar for Matson Construction, LLC
Matson Construction, LLC
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Lanham, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"John did an amazing job designing and building custom cabinets, bookshelves, and stairs for our dog. He is conscientious, flexible, and efficient in his work, has a great eye for detail, and went above and beyond in making sure the finished work was perfect. I would recommend him without hesitation."
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+372

Response time2 days
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Flores Enterprises LLC
Flores Enterprises LLC
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Lanham, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Two level deck needed minor surface rot repair, power washing, and staining. Flores Enterprises LLC quoted and completed the work in the same business week. Attention to detail on staining is excellent. Provided photos of repairs and completed work and kept me informed on any issues which arose. Would definitely hire again."
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Response time12 hrs
Response rate99%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
SMITHWRIGHT HOME IMPROVEMENT SERVICES, LLC
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+9 more

Serving Lanham, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Amazing craftsmanship and quality work. I highly recommend Bill for any of your handyman needs. We we're selling our house and needed him to touch-up some items and he knocked it out of the park for a very reasonable price. Bill was always on time and was very trustworthy. Look no further for your handyman needs!"
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+16

Response rate100%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Mendez Painting Services LLC
Mendez Painting Services LLC
4.5(
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+9 more

Serving Lanham, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The work was done timely and correctly. The Mendez company had to be exact because I had a CUSTOM door that was going to be installed and I have the work done to exact specifications. The project went off without a problem as the Mendez company found low cost ways for me to repair the damage and they properly prepared my home for the new custom door. Thanks Mendez Carpentry and Painting."
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+83

Response time2 days
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Metropolitan Restoration Center, LLC.
4.4(
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Lanham, MD and surrounding areas

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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
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Door Restoration

+46

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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JZ Construction, LLC
4.9(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Lanham, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

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 by81%of homeowners
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Chapin Handyman LLC
4.9(
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Lanham, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Chapman sent two of his contractors to help me to build two tacks and organize and store all of my personal items on the shelves in part of the basement and garage. The young men worked really hard for 7 hours non stop and they were perfect gentleman who followed instructions very well and they knew exactly what to do. If you need a handyman. I recommend them."
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Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Duration varies by project size, but average-sized homes typically take a weeks.

Yes, a one-story house can have a load-bearing wall. The load-bearing walls in a single-story home are usually the exterior walls. If the house has a basement with exposed walls, the arrangement of the beams can help indicate what walls are load-bearing.

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.

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.

Bump-out additions can add some space to a closet without requiring any significant structural work. This entails pushing back the existing rear or side of the closet, simply moving the wall into either an adjacent room or unused space. For ground-floor closets, this could even be extended to the exterior of the home, but that has its own complications. Bump-outs are a good discussion to have with your contractor if you’re just looking to increase the space a little—not renovate the entire closet space.

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