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Avatar for Home Genius Exteriors
Home Genius Exteriors
4.9(
1,222
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Exterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

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%
2673 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Harry's Handyman Services
Harry's Handyman Services
5.0(
24
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Current owner of Harry's Construction and Harry Handyman Services we've been in business for 25 years we have a five-star rating from all ranges of handyman jobs inside and outside. We are a small local business in Clearwater beach, Maryland. We strive for perfection for all our customers. We are dependable, honest and guarantee our work! Call Harry's Handyman Services today! 410-919-3658.

Handymen Project
Handymen Project
Painting - Interior Project
Handymen Project
Handymen Project

+17

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ace Handyman Services Annapolis
4.7(
39
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Deck or Porch - RepairExterior Shutters - Install or Replace - For BusinessExterior Shutters - Repair or Restore+4 more

Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

Ace Handyman Services Annapolis is a locally owned and operated handyman business that embodies the reliability and helpfulness synonymous with the century-old Ace Hardware brand. We perform 1,162 repair, improvement, and maintenance projects for commercial and residential properties. As a subsidiary of Ace, we go the extra mile to ensure your home is in reliable hands and only employ multi-skilled, background-checked craftsmen with 30+ years of experience in their trade. Licensed, bonded, insured, and supported by a one-year guarantee, our customers know that peace of mind is part of our promise. We also provide simple, stress-free scheduling with set appointment times instead of inconvenient windows, and take pride in results that exceed expectations. Whether your property is a serene escape from Washington, D.C., or your year-round residence in Annapolis, we are here to help make homeownership effortless and worry-free.

Home Gym Installating
Custom Sauna Installation
Response time2 days
Response rate100%
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Canales Service, LLC
4.7(
117
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

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 rate86%
98 neighbors recently requested a quote
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E&V remodeling innovation
5.0(
22
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+9 more

Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were very happy with the work Edwin and his team did. They framed out our unfinished basement, unfinished drywall and painted. They put in extra time and care to make sure everything was done properly. We will definitely hire him and his team for future projects."
Framing Project
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Framing Project
Deck
Deck

+3

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by29%of homeowners
Avatar for Minor Adjustments, LLC
Minor Adjustments, LLC
4.3(
102
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Matt was amazing to work with and his work was impeccable. He and his team were professional, courteous and thorough. He took time to explain the job, his price was reasonable and he completed the work as promised. I was so satisfied with his work, I plan to have him come back and build a patio for me. I highly recommend Matt!"
Minor Adjustments LLC
concrete parking pads
Paved parking area with gated entrance
Minor Adjustments LLC
Covered porch with vinyl railing

+49

Response time11 hrs
Response rate86%
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Home Valet Pros LLC
5.0(
14
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Wood Stairs and Railings - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceCloset - Build

Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Home Valet Pros is your trusted local handyman service, providing skilled, reliable home repairs and maintenance across Anne Arundel, Howard, and Montgomery Counties. Our licensed, insured, background-checked technicians handle carpentry, drywall, painting, tile work, fixture replacements, light plumbing, light electrical, and a full range of home repair projects with professionalism and care.

My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs

+6

127 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Mr. Handyman of Anne Arundel and PG County
Mr. Handyman of Anne Arundel and PG County
4.5(
732
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Deck or Porch - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For Business+10 more

Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"James McCarron came to evaluate the restructure of our outdoor stairs to allow us to access the water spigot on the side of our house but inaccessible because of the stairs. While he gave us the estimate for the approach for the stairs, he recognized that the best solution was not a carpentry solution but a plumbing solution which we supported. He could have pushed the carpentry option, but he gave us a solution that would save us money, time, and resolved our spigot access situation at the same time. His honesty went a long way to the credibility of the company."
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Additional Photos
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Additional Photos

+4

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Closets By Design - Washington DC Metro
Closets By Design - Washington DC Metro
4.6(
104
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Closet - Build

Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The consultant came to my home within days of my phone call. They measured and layed out design at the same time. I got the price and scheduled the work for the following week."
Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

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.

The cost to convert a carport into a garage averages about $22,000, ranging from about $15,000 and $55,000. Additional cost factors to consider include size, time of year, and how much of the carport you can reuse. Other cost factors include the kinds and amounts of materials used, such as:

  • Add insulation: $1 per square foot

  • Add drywall: $1–$3 per square foot

  • Add window: $450–$2,000 per window

  • Add outlets: $75–$500

  • Add garage door: $250–$11,200

  • Enclose framing: $5–$13 per square foot

  • Replace roofing: $1,000–$2,000

Framing a basement takes three to five days, on average, when completed by a professional, though it may take longer for a larger space. Keep in mind this doesn’t include the time to complete the design, obtain permits, and install the drywall on the framing. On average, fully finishing a basement takes an average of 45 days.

Framing with metal studs can be significantly faster than using wooden studs, provided you have some experience working with the material. While you can use virtually instant pneumatic nailers with wood, metal requires installing screws. However, because metal is lighter, straighter, usually comes cut-to-length, and doesn't require sorting for the best pieces, you can save significant time using metal instead of wood.

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