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First Chair Carpentry, LLC

52 Weymouth St
4.83(
3
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First Chair Carpentry, LLC

52 Weymouth St
4.83(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

As a skilled, licensed, and insured general contractor in AREA, First Chair Carpentry, LLC is at your service for projects large and small. From quick household fixes to major property renovations, BUSINESS provides thorough, efficient service every step of the way. All you have to do is sit back, relax, and enjoy the end results.

"I love how communicative they are. It has been a great experience. Good value."

Mitch F on December 2017

As a skilled, licensed, and insured general contractor in AREA, First Chair Carpentry, LLC is at your service for projects large and small. From quick household fixes to major property renovations, BUSINESS provides thorough, efficient service every step of the way. All you have to do is sit back, relax, and enjoy the end results.

"I love how communicative they are. It has been a great experience. Good value."

Mitch F on December 2017


Rio's Carpentry Services

83 Howe St.
4.93(
7
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Rio's Carpentry Services

83 Howe St.
4.93(
7
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

Welcome to Rio's Carpentry Service! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

"Excellent carpenter. Thorough and neat"

David C on September 2023

Welcome to Rio's Carpentry Service! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

"Excellent carpenter. Thorough and neat"

David C on September 2023


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GrayBridge

558 S Monmouth Rd
5.00(
11
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GrayBridge

558 S Monmouth Rd
5.00(
11
)
Approved Pro
32 local quotes requested
10 years of experience

GrayBridge 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.

"wonderful work very professional "

Norman C on October 2025

GrayBridge 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.

"wonderful work very professional "

Norman C on October 2025


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Black Bear Construction, LLC

PO Box 1012
4.67(
15
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Black Bear Construction, LLC

PO Box 1012
4.67(
15
)
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Customers say: Quick response
30 local quotes requested
4 years of experience

Welcome to Black Bear Construction LLC! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you! We are a home repair and renovation company. Also offering demo and waste removal

"Kyle and his team were fantastic. Not only were they affordable but built great quality deck, were transparent and made sure we were satisfied with everything. He was also very flexible to our multiple asks throughout the process. We had a unique layout as we live on a hill and Kyle went out of his way to coordinate with companies to confirm that it was safe to build (as we had some water runoff concerns). Once he did this, the deck its self exceeded our expectations and Kyle and his team were amazing to work with. I'd recommend them for any project. "

Darren C on October 2025

Welcome to Black Bear Construction LLC! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you! We are a home repair and renovation company. Also offering demo and waste removal

"Kyle and his team were fantastic. Not only were they affordable but built great quality deck, were transparent and made sure we were satisfied with everything. He was also very flexible to our multiple asks throughout the process. We had a unique layout as we live on a hill and Kyle went out of his way to coordinate with companies to confirm that it was safe to build (as we had some water runoff concerns). Once he did this, the deck its self exceeded our expectations and Kyle and his team were amazing to work with. I'd recommend them for any project. "

Darren C on October 2025


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Birdy and Brush

64 Gillander Ave
5.00(
6
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Birdy and Brush

64 Gillander Ave
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
20 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

We are a small woman owned company with a focus on delivering high-quality results. Whether it's a paint color refresh or an organization overhaul, we have the skills and passion to help clients achieve the beautiful space they dream about.

"Everything was done to perfection and we would hire her again. Highly recommend this company !!!"

Jeannie H on July 2025

We are a small woman owned company with a focus on delivering high-quality results. Whether it's a paint color refresh or an organization overhaul, we have the skills and passion to help clients achieve the beautiful space they dream about.

"Everything was done to perfection and we would hire her again. Highly recommend this company !!!"

Jeannie H on July 2025


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Wilderness Woodworking and Construction

Located In:
5.00(
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Wilderness Woodworking and Construction

Located In:
5.00(
5
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

At Wilderness Woodworking and Construction, we offer a comprehensive range of building services that allow us to transform your vision for your living space into a reality. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Call or click for your estimate today!

"Christian was instrumental in the building of our home. His extensive knowledge surrounding building practices, code, and materials made the process of building our home not only easy but actually enjoyable. He would arrive to work early each day and stay late when necessary to complete various aspects of the job...always with a smile and a positive attitude. Needless to say his work ethic is exceptional. His attention to detail and ability to problem solve on the fly as issues came up (they always do ) are exemplary. I have heard that many people who have gone through the process of building their home would never do it again. Our build could not have gone more smoothly!"

Joel B on January 2025

At Wilderness Woodworking and Construction, we offer a comprehensive range of building services that allow us to transform your vision for your living space into a reality. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Call or click for your estimate today!

"Christian was instrumental in the building of our home. His extensive knowledge surrounding building practices, code, and materials made the process of building our home not only easy but actually enjoyable. He would arrive to work early each day and stay late when necessary to complete various aspects of the job...always with a smile and a positive attitude. Needless to say his work ethic is exceptional. His attention to detail and ability to problem solve on the fly as issues came up (they always do ) are exemplary. I have heard that many people who have gone through the process of building their home would never do it again. Our build could not have gone more smoothly!"

Joel B on January 2025




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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Building involves setting foundation posts, framing with durable wood, adding roofing support, and protecting from elements with water-resistant finishes.

The best way to calculate framing costs is by basing your costs on the square footage of your home. On average, framing your home could cost anywhere between $7 and $16 per square foot. 

To ensure you don’t go over budget, base your estimates on the higher end of the price range. If you know you’re going to use high-end materials or require a custom or complex build, you might even want to tack on an additional 5% of your budget.

You can choose 5/8-inch plywood or 3/4-inch plywood—anything thinner than these sizes may not withstand the impact of debris propelled by strong winds or can be easily torn off by intruders. Remember that the durability of the wood board is crucial, particularly for safeguarding your windows during severe storms. The effectiveness of using wood boards for protecting the investment you made in your home relies on using the appropriate material and ensuring proper installation.

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

Framing a house with steel generally takes less time—around five to eight weeks—than most building materials. The steel components can also be made quickly off-site and manufactured with pre-punched holes for running piping and electrical wiring, which will lessen the prep work and extra labor during construction.

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