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Leviathan Group LLC
5.0(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Manchester, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We had our kitchen completely remodeled by Hutchins and Son. Owner Don is great to work with. He was able to provide us with the exact custom cabinets and custom color we were looking for. I highly recommend Don and his son ."
Cabinet
Kitchen Island
Custom Cabinets
Pot Hangers
The Leviathan Group

+9

Response time2 days
Response rate95%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A.G. Construction, LLC
4.8(
6
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Manchester, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We had a pretty big project, removing an old camp roof and building a new roof rotated 90 degrees, and adding a loft area. We were very happy with Andrew and his crew. They really go the extra mile to make sure everything is done right - they don't cut corners and take pride in their work. They installed new windows in the front and even used Windex to wipe off their finger smudges! Price was very good, and they're good, honest guys to work with. Very pleased!"
Jefferson Deck Rebuild
Jefferson Deck Rebuild
Jefferson Deck Rebuild
Camp on post
Camp on post

+27

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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G.A. Doughty Construction
3.4(
17
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Manchester, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I can't overstate the quality of the work these folks did. We had our unfinished attic converted to living space, and the space had a lot of funky angles and old framing. G.A. Doughty's team did an incredible job making it work, including a half-bath! We're very pleased with the result. Everyone at G.A., the project manager, office staff, and all the subcontractors were very polite and fun to work with. Everyone who came to the house was very friendly. The only issue we had was that for a few months during the middle of the project, things seemed to stall out for about 6-8 weeks. I think they were having some availability issues with subcontractors and were overloaded from other projects."
Custom Kitchen
Response time1 day
36 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Doak and Co Contracting
New to Angi
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Manchester, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We at Doak and Co Contracting focus on quality services over quantity. We use our experience and expertise to complete your project with perfection. Customer service and honesty are the most important aspects of our business and your satisfaction is guaranteed. Please call us today for an estimate. We look forward to working with you.

Response time10 hrs
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Boynton Builders LLC
5.0(
8
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Manchester, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We have hired Wes at Boynton Builders three times now and his work is nothing but top notch. His prices are fair and honest. He is professional and leaves the work area looking better than when he arrived. Highly recommend Wes for all of your home projects! You won’t be disappointed."
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Siding Project

+20

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

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. 

Balcony construction or replacement typically requires a building permit from your local permitting authority. Safety and building integrity are the main reasons for the need to obtain a permit and the subsequent inspections. In some cases, especially cantilevered balconies, your municipality may also require the oversight and signature of a structural engineer.

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

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

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