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Renovec, LLC

4.79(
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Renovec, LLC

4.79(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
26 years of experience

Renovec is a full service construction company. Here at Renovec we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to design your project to fit your vision. Our team is rich with individuals licensed and highly qualified in their respective trade. Our artistic skills combined with our technical knowledge help us deliver a state of the art final product. We look forward to earning your business!

"Great responsiveness and attention to detail. Prompt, professional service. Skilled work. Easy communication. Would gladly hire again."

Kimberly S on April 2022

Renovec is a full service construction company. Here at Renovec we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to design your project to fit your vision. Our team is rich with individuals licensed and highly qualified in their respective trade. Our artistic skills combined with our technical knowledge help us deliver a state of the art final product. We look forward to earning your business!

"Great responsiveness and attention to detail. Prompt, professional service. Skilled work. Easy communication. Would gladly hire again."

Kimberly S on April 2022


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American Contractor Near Me!

4.17(
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American Contractor Near Me!

4.17(
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Customers say: Quality work
260 local quotes requested
25 years of experience

American Contractor Near Me specializes in expert home remodeling and renovation. We deliver high-quality kitchen and bathroom renovations, basement finishing, and home additions. We prioritize customer satisfaction and budget-friendly solutions. Our Services: Kitchen Remodeling Bathroom Renovations Basement Finishing Home Additions Deck Construction Custom Patios Why Choose Us? Experienced remodeling contractors Quality workmanship Customer satisfaction guaranteed Free consultations Contact us for your dream home renovation today! 800-876-8393

"No show! Poor communication! I found them on Angi and request a quote for a small project. They contacted me and scheduled a site visit for Friday morning, they confirmed the appointment with two separate text messages. I took off work on Friday and they never showed up, they never called, they never texted. After the appointment window, they never answered their phones even during normal business hours."

Paul Y on September 2025

American Contractor Near Me specializes in expert home remodeling and renovation. We deliver high-quality kitchen and bathroom renovations, basement finishing, and home additions. We prioritize customer satisfaction and budget-friendly solutions. Our Services: Kitchen Remodeling Bathroom Renovations Basement Finishing Home Additions Deck Construction Custom Patios Why Choose Us? Experienced remodeling contractors Quality workmanship Customer satisfaction guaranteed Free consultations Contact us for your dream home renovation today! 800-876-8393

"No show! Poor communication! I found them on Angi and request a quote for a small project. They contacted me and scheduled a site visit for Friday morning, they confirmed the appointment with two separate text messages. I took off work on Friday and they never showed up, they never called, they never texted. After the appointment window, they never answered their phones even during normal business hours."

Paul Y on September 2025


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Professional Home Solutions LLC

4.78(
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Professional Home Solutions LLC

4.78(
117
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
52 local quotes requested

All service contracts are highly detailed to ensure that the homeowner knows exactly what services they are paying for and what is included. We are a full service contractor able to fulfill the needs of all customers and projects both large and small. Please visit our website at www.professionalhomesolutions.net to learn more about our company.

"The quality and the fact that they were experienced, and they offered some advice, and it turned out their advice was better to follow."

Jay B on October 2025

All service contracts are highly detailed to ensure that the homeowner knows exactly what services they are paying for and what is included. We are a full service contractor able to fulfill the needs of all customers and projects both large and small. Please visit our website at www.professionalhomesolutions.net to learn more about our company.

"The quality and the fact that they were experienced, and they offered some advice, and it turned out their advice was better to follow."

Jay B on October 2025


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Jose Solano Remodeling, LLC

5.00(
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Jose Solano Remodeling, LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
18 local quotes requested
7 years of experience

Jose Solano Remodeling, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Kitchen. sink was installed. Satisfied with his work. Will consider for future jobs."

Ethel G on August 2025

Jose Solano Remodeling, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Kitchen. sink was installed. Satisfied with his work. Will consider for future jobs."

Ethel G on August 2025


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Fred Contractors

5.00(
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Fred Contractors

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
8 years of experience

Fred Contractor, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Super friendly and cleaned up each day."

Robin W on February 2023

Fred Contractor, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Super friendly and cleaned up each day."

Robin W on February 2023


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Divine Landscaping, Inc.

4.53(
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Divine Landscaping, Inc.

4.53(
40
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
27 years of experience

Divine Landscaping, Inc. We aim to listen, satisfy and serve by consistently exceeding the expectations of both our commercial and residential clients. Staffed with Degreed Professionals, University of Maryland, Penn State, Ohio State. Members of the International Society Arboriculture, Certified in Pesticide Md. and Maryland Home Improvement licensed, IPC Certified, Bonded and Licensed. Have a personal Consultation with a Professional. FREE ESTIMATE

"They are pricey for the amount of time spent on the project but worth it."

Marvin B on March 2022

Divine Landscaping, Inc. We aim to listen, satisfy and serve by consistently exceeding the expectations of both our commercial and residential clients. Staffed with Degreed Professionals, University of Maryland, Penn State, Ohio State. Members of the International Society Arboriculture, Certified in Pesticide Md. and Maryland Home Improvement licensed, IPC Certified, Bonded and Licensed. Have a personal Consultation with a Professional. FREE ESTIMATE

"They are pricey for the amount of time spent on the project but worth it."

Marvin B on March 2022


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Willis Builders Inc

4.64(
321
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Willis Builders Inc

4.64(
321
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Customers say: Super punctual
132 local quotes requested
21 years of experience

General contractor servicing Montgomery County and parts of Washington DC. Willis Builders is a family owned and operated company, that specializes in additions, kitchen, bathroom and basement remodeling. Our team is skilled in all aspects of residential construction. Willis Builders has built a business on honesty, dedication and hard work. Our goal is to make your renovation dream come true! Contact us today to schedule a free estimate.

"Excellent work. Very happy with the results."

Jon A on May 2025

General contractor servicing Montgomery County and parts of Washington DC. Willis Builders is a family owned and operated company, that specializes in additions, kitchen, bathroom and basement remodeling. Our team is skilled in all aspects of residential construction. Willis Builders has built a business on honesty, dedication and hard work. Our goal is to make your renovation dream come true! Contact us today to schedule a free estimate.

"Excellent work. Very happy with the results."

Jon A on May 2025


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Premier Windows & Glass, Corp.

4.88(
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Premier Windows & Glass, Corp.

4.88(
25
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Customers say: True professional
63 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

Premier Windows & Glass Company has been founded with an idea of providing a unique window and door restoration services to the local communities of Washington DC metro area. Our main goal is to deliver exclusive service and provide 100% customer satisfaction to each and every client. We work with all windows and doors brands and keeps an absolute priority to provide a personalized approach to each client's needs. Premier Windows & Glass strive to provide professional, efficient, timely service, while keeping client budget in mind. We take pride in serving local community, and are willing to provide the best service possible in the window and door projects.

"Great crew. Reasonable price. Great job. Very satisfied. Thank you. "

Maryana H on November 2025

Premier Windows & Glass Company has been founded with an idea of providing a unique window and door restoration services to the local communities of Washington DC metro area. Our main goal is to deliver exclusive service and provide 100% customer satisfaction to each and every client. We work with all windows and doors brands and keeps an absolute priority to provide a personalized approach to each client's needs. Premier Windows & Glass strive to provide professional, efficient, timely service, while keeping client budget in mind. We take pride in serving local community, and are willing to provide the best service possible in the window and door projects.

"Great crew. Reasonable price. Great job. Very satisfied. Thank you. "

Maryana H on November 2025


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Premium Window Solutions LLC

5.00(
2
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Premium Window Solutions LLC

5.00(
2
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19 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Class act!"

L H on September 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Class act!"

L H on September 2025


Valnard General Service Solutions

4.89(
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Valnard General Service Solutions

4.89(
9
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Customers say: Quality work
170 local quotes requested
15 years of experience

Valnard General Service Solutions (GSS) is built on over 25 years of experience in the field of general contracting. We offer free estimates, competitive rates, flexible payment plans and the highest quality of professional repairs and general construction service. Valnard and its sub-contractors are licensed and bonded.

"I had a great experience with this company. I hired them to do plumbing work and wainscoting. They were prompt, thorough, and professional. The price was decent, too. Had a small unforseen issue with one aspect of the job and they came right back ASAP and fixed it with no problem. I plan to hire them again for my next project."

Q S on September 2023

Valnard General Service Solutions (GSS) is built on over 25 years of experience in the field of general contracting. We offer free estimates, competitive rates, flexible payment plans and the highest quality of professional repairs and general construction service. Valnard and its sub-contractors are licensed and bonded.

"I had a great experience with this company. I hired them to do plumbing work and wainscoting. They were prompt, thorough, and professional. The price was decent, too. Had a small unforseen issue with one aspect of the job and they came right back ASAP and fixed it with no problem. I plan to hire them again for my next project."

Q S on September 2023

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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. 

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.

When deciding whether to use nails or screws for framing, the specific needs of the project must be taken into account. Nails have long been the go-to option for framing due to their affordability, ease of installation, and ability to withstand shear forces. They are perfect for structural framing projects where fast assembly is essential. In contrast, screws offer exceptional holding power and are particularly useful in situations requiring increased strength and resistance to pull-out forces. For projects that prioritize accuracy and long-lasting quality, screws may be the preferred option, though nails remain a dependable and efficient choice.

There are a variety of second-story deck privacy ideas depending on your budget and aesthetic. For starters, you might consider fencing or tall privacy railing that masks a good portion of the open deck. A pergola or an awning can provide additional cover and shade. Outdoor curtains are an easy way to add or remove privacy at your convenience, plus they’re a wallet-friendly way to decorate your deck.

Removing a load-bearing wall affects the structural integrity of your home, so you’ll need a permit before starting the work. Building codes vary by municipality, and obtaining a permit and having the work inspected after completion will ensure you’re in compliance with all applicable regulations.

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