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Tyler Norris Handyman
4.5(
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Dexter, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"My husband and I were victims of fraud and shoddy work when we had our roof redone. A case in point was the ridge vent was sealed so we had no venting in our attic. Tyler came first thing in the morning and replaced the vent as well a shingles that had fallen off. It is very rare to find a young man who has such a good work ethic and isn't out to make his fortune on each job. We would love to work with him again."
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Water pipe fix

+13

Response time2 days
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Kit Clark Furniture
5.0(
2
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Dexter, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Kit built and installed a Murphy bed. The bed cabinet is beautiful. It functions easily. Kit was a pleasure to work with. He keep my budget in mind and worked to make me what I needed in a way I could afford."
Custom horizontal murphy bed
Custom Horizontal Murphy Bed
Custom Bed
Dining Set
Rocker

+23

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Ascended Constructions
5.0(
1
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Dexter, ME and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2023

Offers commercial services

We’re a family owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and stands behind our work. We offer over 40 years of industry experience. We specialize in Asphalt Shingle Roofing installation, replacement, and repairs. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Woodworking questions, answered by experts

While you may have heard people use millwork and carpentry interchangeably, they aren’t the same. Millwork is a type of carpentry, which means that carpentry isn’t always millwork. You can tell millwork apart from other types of carpentry because it’s manufactured at a mill. Notably, casework is also confused with millwork. Casework is different because it refers to boxes like cabinets and bookshelves.

If you don’t have a coping saw, you can use an angle grinder to cope crown molding, but it takes a little more precision. Place your molding down on your workbench, angle the grinder at a 45-degree angle toward the molding, and back cut the wood. You’ll need to carefully angle your grinder to accommodate the curves in the wood, and aim to remove around 1 inch from the profile of the molding.

Whether or not it’s easier to cut wood when it’s wet versus dry depends largely on the type of tool you use and the wood you’re cutting. For example, a chain saw should still be able to cut through wet wood with relative ease, but it may be more difficult to maneuver due to the wood fibers sticking to the chains of the saw. 

However, you might want to avoid cutting wood entirely when it’s wet if you’re pruning your tree. Sawing a wet tree that you don’t plan on removing can also encourage bacterial and fungal growth and decay.

Professionals ensure safe, thorough repairs using quality materials, extending the life of your structure.

Hiring a woodworker can be expensive, depending on the job, but it’s very often well worth the investment. Woodworkers are able to provide custom pieces of furniture and handmade construction to present a finished product that is exactly to your specifications. If you have a specific vision for a one-of-a-kind piece of furniture or home feature, the cost of hiring a professional woodworker is worthwhile. Plus, you’ll often get a higher quality product than what you could buy in stores for a fraction of the price.

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