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

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In business since 2018

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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
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Rider's Home Improvements
4.6(
13
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Serving Porter, ME and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

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Warranties offered

"Very well. It is an old house with no straight walls. Craig worked diligently to make sure the bath walls we purchased fit and were plumb. The floor was also a challenge being uneven which Craig did very well addressing it. He used various techniques to level the floor and place the new tile. Very easy to work with and he had good solutions to the problems he faced. He always checked with us to be sure his actions met our expectations."
Bathroom Renovation
Siding
Exterior Painting
Framing
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Response time4 days
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A & D Renovations
4.4(
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Serving Porter, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 1978

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Emergency services offered

"A&D was very responsive. They provided a great price and were easy to work with adapting to any concerns that arose along the way. Easy to get a hold of at any time and they always called back and had a man to respond to our concerns."
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+20

Response time4 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Tejada's Remodeling Inc
4.8(
30
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Serving Porter, ME and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

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Warranties offered

"Tejada’s remodeling will go above and beyond to make sure you are happy with the services provided. They were flexible and worked around our schedule. I already have them scheduled for more work this month! They do it all! Thank you Tejada’s!!!"
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+6

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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DAVE JOHNSON BUILDING & REMODELING INC
4.4(
34
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Serving Porter, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

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Emergency services offered

"Dave and his crew were a pleasure to work with. His attention to detail and experience was a tremendous help in ensuring that the outcome of our project was what we had hoped for. I will not look anywhere else for any future building needs. Dave delivered everything that he promised. His customer service was exceptional throughout."
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Response time5 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Exteriors & Renovations
4.4(
19
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Serving Porter, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

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Warranties offered

"It was easy to communicate with Manny, and his emergency repair to my leaky happened so quickly, even for the end of November. He sent pictures of the roof hours after I first contacted CL Exteriors, I was quite surprised! I am recommending his business for repair of the entire roof and also the roof replacement of the other 2 buildings in our condo association. He promptly checked them out and sent estimates for the association to review. I am very impressed with CL Exteriors."
Another beautiful new standing seam metal
New standing seam metal
New standing seam metal
Another beautiful standing seam metal
Response time1 day
Response rate87%
107 neighbors recently requested a quote
JW Carpentry & Home Improvements
5.0(
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Serving Porter, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

With over 10 years of experience as a carpentry, JW Carpentry & Home Improvements is who you need to take care of your home. We handle everything from the initial consultation to making sure your property looks perfect every single time. We will always treat your property as we would treat our own, and you will be surprised how simple and easy our team will make the whole process seem. Give our team a call today. We're looking forward to working with you!\n

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, walls on the top floor can be load-bearing if stacked on the floor’s foundation.

A cross brace for a fence gate should stretch from the top corner of the gate’s hinge side to the bottom corner of its latch side at a 45-degree angle to the bottom of the gate. This positioning distributes the bulk of the gate’s weight to the base of the post, taking pressure off the top hinge.

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.

Installing a tongue-and-groove wall requires similar techniques to those associated with installing shiplap. However, because of the precision necessary to make each board fit perfectly and the increased material prices, the cost is higher than that of shiplap installations. Expect to spend between $2 and $6 more per square foot for tongue-and-groove walls versus shiplap ones.

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.

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