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Avatar for Gomez Contractor
Gomez Contractor
4.7(
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Serving Marlow Heights, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

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Warranties offered

"Amazing work and attention to detail. Gomez Contracting was professional and fantastic to work with. They came on time and cleaned up. Everything was done to our specifications. Will definitely be calling them back for future projects."
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+145

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Elite Home Remodeling Group
4.9(
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Serving Marlow Heights, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It was wonderful. Full remodel project cannot complain. Guys came on time everyday 7am-3pm and knocked out a project in spectacular fashion that I thought would take months. They did in 3 weeks. Sydney and his crew are simply the best. I could never go to another contractor. They are that good. That creative and very very efficient."
General Remodeling Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - General Project
Painting - Interior Project
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Project

+25

Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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VKB Kitchen & Bath
4.7(
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Serving Marlow Heights, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"While it is normal for remodeling projects to create chaos and to be the muse of many a horror story, this ended up with a very pleasant end result. We had a complete renovation down to the studs to bring things up to code, which included ripping out the sub flooring and quite a bit of pipes. Parts were ordered and lost and found. Things went on backorder and were discontinued. We fortunately had a fantastic crew. Ismar (the contractor) did an awesome job of making sure that everything was done to spec and built beautifully. He followed our wishes and came back on the weekend and late to be sure the work was done right. The only real challenges were with the design and oversight from the office, between the designer losing our design specs on the first pass and not communicating proactively about delays or back orders, but thankfully these were more annoyance than problem. After a few handoffs, we got Eric E. as project manager, and he saw us through the rest of the project with much better results and only about 30% oversight still needed from us. Overall, we got a great bathroom out of the deal, so 4 stars."
Kitchen Remodeling in Severn, MD white countertop, cabinets & wooden floors
Kitchen Remodeling in Silver Spring, MD with wooden flooring & quartz countertop
Home Remodel with New Kitchen, Bathroom, Basement & Decking
Complete Home Makeover of Kitchen, Bath & Basement in Laurel, MD
Kitchen Remodel in Laurel, MD with quartz countertop & wooden flooring

+1053

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pablo & Jr Construction
5.0(
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Serving Marlow Heights, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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Emergency services offered

"Worked with Pablo and Pablo Jr on a number of jobs now. They show up when they say they will, and do what theyâ re hired to do without issue. These are definitely my preferred contractor for framing/drop ceilings and carpentry."
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Life Science Logistics

+2

Response time6 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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John Krause Construction
4.4(
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Serving Marlow Heights, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

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Emergency services offered

"Daniel and his partner installed new appliances and tile in my kitchen, I had new counter tops installed as well in my kitchen and master bathroom. I also used John Krause for a repair to my shed from water damage again Daniel and his partner did an excellent job for me. Very please with Daniel and his work. I believe Daniel is a sub-contractor for John Krause, but none the less in my opinion he did really good work and communicated with every step of the way."
Pool House Exterior with Floor-to-Ceiling Windows & Doors, Two Pergolas, & Cupola with Windows
Modern Farmhouse Kitchen
Luxury Bathroom Renovation with Free-Standing Clawfoot Tub & Chandelier
Pool House - Side Entrance
Modern Farmhouse Kitchen with Farmhouse Sink, Pull-Down Faucet, Stainless Steel Range, Range Hood, Double Wall Oven, and Dishwasher

+113

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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D & H Demolition, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Marlow Heights, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Work team was polite, on time every day and highly professional. They explained the process in detail and kept us informed during each phase. I highly recommend D&H."
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+9

Response time8 hrs
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6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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MARVEL HOMES LLC
4.9(
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Serving Marlow Heights, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

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Customers say: True professional

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It went amazingly well.  We were worried about the disruption that would be caused by having our bathroom, which is attached to our bedroom, torn apart for several weeks, but Devin and his team could not have made it easier.  They put plastic sheeting over everything in our bedroom during the day during the demolition phase, and also rolled up our very large rug (and replaced it under our king-sized bed after they were done with the work).  They got everything done in the amount of time promised.  The crew were uniformly terrific -- nice, incredibly competent guys.   Devin was  great to work with.  Anything we wanted, he was able to figure out.  He could not have been more accommodating or helpful.  We've worked with a lot of great contractors over the years, and Devin is definitely a star.  Our bathroom designer, Debbie Gray, recommended him, and they worked together really well.  I have recommended the team to several friends already.  "
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Exterior
Exterior

+8

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Schmidt's Electric
4.3(
22
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Serving Marlow Heights, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Erik called in response to my posting within an hour. After explaining my problem with a circuit breaker, he suggested that I follow certain steps which quickly resolved the issue without his coming to my home and saved me the expense of labor and parts. I am very impressed with his willingness to serve and his integrity!"
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Joists do distribute their load to beams, but they don’t sit on top of the beams. Instead, home builders nail or screw the joists directly to the beams such that the end of the joist butts up against the edge of the beam. Beams can sit on other beams for support, but you’ll never see a joist sitting on top of a beam or another joist.

You may need a permit to install your window seat. Even though it's an indoor modification, some municipalities require permits for any built-ins added to homes. Check with your carpenter or, if you're DIY-ing, do some research on your city's requirements.

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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