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ooommee llc
4.9(
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Carport (Wood) - BuildCloset - Build

Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"I originally hired Danzy to rebuild brickwork on my front entrance. I ultimately used him for multiple indoor and outdoor projects, INCLUDING overseeing other contractors who just were not as thorough or professional as he was. This guy can do anything!! My house is over 100 yrs old, and he has plenty of experience with older homes. Hire him first as your Project Manager, and he will get the work done!"
Bunnlevel, NC Deck Restoration
Sanford, NC Deck Refurbish
Rocky Mount, NC Trex Deck Refresh
sunroom
Bunnlevel, NC Deck Restoration

+326

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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H&M Contractor LLC
5.0(
43
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I am so glad that I chose H&M Contractor LLC to replace a middle section of my kitchen/family room that was damaged due to a busted pipe in the attic. I initially interviewed 4 contractors and H&M Contractor was #1 by far. The owner, Henry, did not hesitate to tell me how he would go about doing the repair when I asked. He also was honest when I asked if I needed to replace the whole ceiling or just the section that was damaged. I was not at home for 90% of the time but Henry sent pictures of the work as it progressed. He and his team were on time every day and ready to work. Most important is the fact that his price was fair and he did not try to push any additional services that I did not ask for or need. However, I will be hiring him again soon for another project. He promised that he would do an excellent job and he kept his word. I love his work ethic. I give this contractor 5 stars!"
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by97%of homeowners
King's Home Improvement
4.7(
87
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Carpentry Framing - RepairCloset - BuildInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install+2 more

Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rich gave a comprehensive estimate, came on time and did excellent work. He suggested a fix to an unexpected development (closet doors purchased were not quite wide enough). He went beyond expectations by painting the walls on either side of the new doors. He worked 2 days and did a great job cleaning up after each day. We already have talked with him about our next projects."
Response time9 hrs
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Leon Home Repairs
4.4(
636
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+5 more

Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Amazing! Super professional and friendly. They went above and beyond our expectations. They replaced our attic stairs and told us exactly what supplies to get beforehand. They even painted and vacuumed the area after they were finished. We highly recommend them and will definitely be calling them for our future home projects!"
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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HERGON CABINETS LLC
5.0(
23
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Custom Cabinets - Build

Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Reynaldo and his team were super helpful and did a great job with a kitchen remodel in my Durham townhouse. Everyone who sees this new kitchen is impressed. Reynaldo did the work quicker than estimated, the prices were reasonable and he proposed helpful solutions. Highly recommend!"
Karen kitchen
Luxury laundry
kitchen renovation
Luxury Kitchen
Coffe Area

+93

Response time3 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by43%of homeowners
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Woodworking questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Yes, Corian® and other solid surface countertops can be cut with standard woodworking tools like a circular saw or a jigsaw, but using the correct blade is crucial for the best results.

The recommended blade is a tungsten carbide-tipped blade, often called a solid-surface planer or triple chip grind blade. This type of blade is hard enough to cut through the material effectively. For a jigsaw, a fine-tooth down-cutting blade should be used.

It is important to note that a diamond blade is not necessary. Diamond blades are designed for harder materials like natural stone, concrete, or brick, and Corian is not a natural stone.

Using blades designed for wood is not recommended as they can cause microfractures that weaken the countertop's edges. While a tungsten carbide blade provides a much cleaner cut, the resulting edge will still be rough and must be sanded and smoothed to prevent microfractures from developing over time.

If you’re just replacing a few broken or damaged joists, you can expect to pay anywhere from $100 to $300 per joist. However, a complete installation for a home or room will take into account the cost of labor, which ranges from $25 to $40 per hour. Floor joist installation for an entire room, for example, can cost between $5,000 and $10,000, depending on the room's size and the materials used.

No, you do not usually tip a carpenter for their work. However, if you’ve been very happy with the level of service and quality of work, a 10% to 20% tip would likely be accepted with thanks. If you’re not sure, it can help to discuss the carpenter’s policy or preference for tipping before beginning the project.

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