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PELAGIC SERVICES LLC.
4.8(
12
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Serving Saint Michaels, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Justin did an awesome job building our dock. He solved a few problems we had with the existing dock and reimagined the space to a much more usable pier/dock while working within our existing footprint. We also used for several house repairs and was very pleased with all results. All work was completed in a timely manner and work site was always cleaned up. We were informed every step of the process. I would definitely recommend for dock and any handyman needs."
Remodeling - General Project
Third set of shelves & lighting.
Crisp & Clean, Mud Room!
Final install & epay trim spa.
Run electric & plumbing , install decking

+31

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Home Genius Exteriors
4.9(
1,139
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Serving Saint Michaels, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Home Genius was very efficient with their work and did a great job with our siding install. The crew worked hard to get it done and we would certainly consider them for future projects."
WINDOWS
WINDOWS
WINDOWS
WINDOWS
SIDING

+73

Response time4 hrs
Response rate93%
2327 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Canales Service, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Saint Michaels, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Fantastic roof job. Very careful- we have not found a single nail in our yard, flowerbeds were covered and they were careful not to damage them.. Fast- Erick showed up the day I called for a quote, and then the day of service they were in by 7:30 and out by about 3:30. Very fair price- 3 got three quotes and Erick's was the lowest but offered exact same service. Good- the roof looks great, flashing well done, everything even and smooth. Would definitely recommend them. The only lesson I learned? And this is just an FYI, nothing to do with Canales- If you have stuff in your attic, I recommend covering it with a tarp. The old asphalt roof grit falls in the old nail holes and makes a mess."
New Roof Installation
New Roof Installation
New Roof Installation
Roofing project
Roof replacement

+12

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
114 neighbors recently requested a quote
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DEX Window & Door Repair
5.0(
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Serving Saint Michaels, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Dexter repaired and replaced numerous windows, sliding glass doors and screens at our home and i must say his knowledge, expertise and his timely professionalism has always been on display. He is truly a high skilled technician and I highly recommend him and will continue to higher his firm for our projects going forward. Mansfield Realtors, CEO"
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9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Closet America, LLC
4.2(
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Serving Saint Michaels, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Good quality build, custom design, and excellent communication from company representatives. Definitely worth the money for a permanent upgrade to your home."
Contemporary Entry - Seat Beach Floral Pattern Cushion
Walk in
Maple Garage
Sunset Finish Walk-in
Media Center With Accent Wall

+62

483 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Ace Handyman Services Eastern Shore
5.0(
1
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Serving Saint Michaels, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

As a locally owned business Ace Handyman Services Eastern Shore employs local craftsman who are experienced in their field and trained in exceptional customer service. We back up this up with the support of a national respected brand, 1 year guarantee to give you the peace of mind you deserve. We are bonded, licensed and insured, and all of our employees are background checked and trained.\n

Custom crawl space access
Kitchen backsplash
New railings and stairs
Drywall and paint
Shiplap fireplace wall

+9

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

For maximum stability, install grab bars on wall studs, as this will adequately support the weight. However, if you don't have access to studs, you can get by with wall anchors. If opting for the latter, choose specialty hollow wall anchors. 

While it is possible to build a wooden carport yourself, especially if you are skilled in carpentry, professional construction is recommended. Professionals ensure structural integrity, proper anchoring, correct alignment, and the use of quality materials for a stable and durable result.

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.

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.

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