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Clark Handyman & Carpentry
5.0(
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Serving Gorham, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Brian installed a portable generator, transfer and outdoor outlet. He was knowledgeable, professional, and reasonably priced. He seemed quite experienced in carpentry and looking forward to hire him again for carpentry projects."
Response time3 days
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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BLAKE'S CLEANCUT CARPENTRY
4.9(
17
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Serving Gorham, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I genuinely felt like my pro wanted to help me. It was not an easy job as I live in a mobile but he was very willing to be of help to me. I do recommend Kevin from Blake Clean Cut Carpentry."
Bathroom
Bathroom
Bathroom
Remodel
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Busby Home Services
5.0(
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Serving Gorham, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very smoothly with great efficiency and attention to details. Ryan also repaired some rotted clapboards and trim replacement that look fantastic."
Handyman Services Project
Handymen Project
Decks & Porches Project
Handymen Project
Before repair

+15

Response time6 days
Response rate100%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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DizzlePro Decks
5.0(
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Serving Gorham, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sonny did a beautiful job on the build of our new deck! He came to the job prepared and was willing to put in long days to finish the deck in a timely manner. We couldn't be more satisfied with the quality of work he did for us! 10/10"
Front porch
Front porch
Front porch
Sunroom
Sunroom

+20

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All Time Builders
5.0(
6
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Serving Gorham, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"All Time did three significant projects, including fencing renovation, rebuilding a bulkhead, and enclosing a shed area with doors. Mike is professional with an associate's degree in building-related fields, training and on the job experience. Excellent communication, accurate estimates, fair pricing, measure twice cut once thoroughness, attention to detail, smart, well spoken, very nice."
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Far North Woodworks LLC
5.0(
11
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Serving Gorham, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I have used Far North for a number of projects from carpentry to electrical to furniture design and home remodeling work. Nate is great at setting expectations, partnering on the outcome and design goals, and is transparent with his pricing. Highly recommend him ; and if the job is outside his wheelhouse, heâ  ll let you know."
Ergonomic Adirondack Chair Side View
Ergonomic Adirondack Chair Side View
Ergonomic No Finish Side View
Ergonomic No Finish Side View
Ergonomic No Finish Side View

+51

Response time4 days
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

One of the most common house framing basics for decades has been using wood for the framing work. However, some framing contractors now suggest using steel frames. Steel is lightweight, resistant to fire, and resistant to moisture, all of which are areas where wood framing could cause problems. However, steel framing is more expensive than wood and limits your ability to insulate the home.

The average cost of DIY window framing is about $40 to $60 in materials. If you hire a window treatment professional, you’ll pay for materials plus labor costs—anywhere from $250 to $800 per window. The final cost is highly dependent on the window size, as larger windows are heavier and more difficult to install, as well as the type of window framing material.

Begin by analyzing the blueprints and gathering the proper materials before framing a house. With the prep stages behind you, begin by framing the floor of a house on the newly set foundation. Exterior and interior walls come next, along with rough openings for doors and windows. Contractors will then add ceiling and roof rafters to finish things off. 

When choosing a drywall anchor, consider the weight of the object you're hanging and how much weight the anchor will need to support. The heavier the weight, the stronger the anchor you'll need. You’ll find the weight capacity on the packaging when shopping for anchors. 

Also, remember that you can use more than one anchor when hanging something on the wall. If you're using multiple anchors, divide the object weight by the number of anchors to determine how much each will need to support. If you need help deciding which drywall anchor to use, you can hire a handyperson to hang your objects. 

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