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Sentri Homes
2.9(
39
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Oakland, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Yes I got the job and Homeowner was Happy and I the best was the office Material and everything I needed was Tristen Did Fabulous Job would work with on any project Thank you Tristen awesome Job"
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Legacy Custom Construction
New to Angi
Exterior Shutters - Repair or Restore - For BusinessFurniture - Build Custom

Serving Oakland, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

Why Choose Legacy Custom Construction?\n\n25+ Years of Hands-On Experience\nFrom rough carpentry to detailed finish work, I have spent decades working directly in the construction industry.\n\nConstruction & Inspection Experience\nMy background as a building and accessibility inspector gives me a different perspective on quality, code requirements, and proper construction.\n\nOne Contractor From Start to Finish\nI can help with everything from planning and demolition through construction, finish work, and the final details.\n\nCraftsmanship Matters\nI don’t believe in rushing through a job just to get to the next one. The details matter, and quality workmanship is what I want my name attached to.\n\nHonest Communication\nI believe customers should understand what is being done, why it needs to be done, and what they are paying for.

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Castillo Construction
4.8(
68
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Oakland, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have hired Castillo Construction for several projects, including roofing, building porches, subfloor repair, flooring installation, etc. And I fully intend to hire them again in the future. They are exceptional. Punctual. Thorough. Respectful. Very reasonably priced. Fast. They are everything you hope your contractor will be. Highly recommended them."
Response time2 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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George's Painting Inc
4.4(
397
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+12 more

Serving Oakland, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Painters arrived exactly on time and accomplished all tasks the same day. The manually stripped the deck and applied two coats of stain. They carefully cleaned and then painted the foundation concrete as it had got dirty over the years. They also scraped, caulked and painted a large bump-out window off our living room.
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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All Pro Exteriors
4.6(
62
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+11 more

Serving Oakland, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Emergency services offered

"I am a senior with a background in construction.  After reviewing many contractors and speaking with some of them, I immediately knew I hit the jackpot when I spoke to Danny.
 
1.  He knew exactly what I needed and wanted done when I first spoke to him.  This entailed the replacement, repair, and installation of the items listed above with attention to quality in materials, prevention of future problems, a fair price, and a commitment to starting and showing up once the job was initiated.  Danny exceeded every expectation in these regards!
2.  I silently knew in advance manufacturers, quality and cost of exterior doors (including the french door), storm doors, door locks and deadbolts, leak-proof door sills for 6 inch exterior walls and a leak-proof barrier on the bottom of the door frames.  Without knowing of my preferences, Danny suggested the identical manufacturers and materials I had in mind.  At this juncture, we met and I hired Danny to perform the work.
3.  I am beyond pleased with the outcome of Danny's effort on this project.  As an example of his integrity, he asked me to trust him in the design and installation of an exterior octagonal window in a bathroom.  My wife and I were literally blown away with a handcrafted symmetrical waterproof tunnel and inside wall frame he created - more akin to an artistic piece than a window.
4. Inside work was always minimally invasive using tarps and soft shoes rather than work boots.  Outside and inside cleanup at the end of each work day was respectfully performed leaving no mess.
I would recommend Danny to anyone requiring any kind of interior or exterior installation, modification, or repair as I have seen firsthand examples of his experience, skills, and personal and business ethics.  In fact, Danny is presently working on costs to replace our roof."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Traditionally, bungalows are single-story homes, although having a half or partial story on top of the first floor is common. While adding a second story to a bungalow is certainly possible, the home would no longer be considered a bungalow by the strictest definition.

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.

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.

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.

Metal stud framing parts include the studs themselves, upper and lower tracks that act as top and bottom wall plates, various angle fasteners and clips, screws for fastening pieces togeher, metal straps, c-channel supports, and thicker steel supporting structures. Roof framing metal components include pre-fabricated trusses, heavy-gauge stud pieces, and various plates and fasteners.

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