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H&M Contractor LLC
5.0(
43
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Serving Wake Forest, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I am so thankful I hired Henry at H&M Contractor for my bedroom and bathroom project. I live in a 1984 manufactured home so the walls are not drywall. They replaced the bedroom ceiling, painted my bedroom, and bathroom, installed crown moulding, baseboards, trim, and 3 nice two panel doors that they made work in my home and some other miscellaneous work. My bedroom and bathroom look awesome now. I am very happy with the results. Henry and his crew were always prompt, courteous, and professional. Henry communicated with me every step of the way. The whole project was drama free which I appreciated. They care about their work and want you to be happy. They are fantastic and I plan to use them for future projects."
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Geo Home repairs
5.0(
28
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Serving Wake Forest, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Geo and his team recently performed exterior repair work on my home to fix rotting wood along corners and gables. The work was extensive and very detailed. The work was thorough and of the highest quality. We were extremely happy and satisfied with the repairs Geo and his crew performed. The work wasn’t easy, the front of the house sits on a tall sloping hill where ladders need to go. His team handled this wonderfully and kept the landscaping intact. From the initial estimate until the final walk-through Geo was courteous and professional and gave meaningful suggestions about which materials to use and where the issues were. It felt more like a close collaboration than just some “contractors”. It was greatly appreciated. We will definitely be using Geo again for future projects."
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project
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+43

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Leon Home Repairs
4.4(
636
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Serving Wake Forest, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were very satisfied with the job that was performed. They reported on time for the job, were highly efficient and the finished product was superior. Dimas was especially professional, explaining what they would be doing and then providing superior quality of work. The work area was cleaned thoroughly once job was done. I highly recommend this company for any work that you need completed. We will definitely be using their services again."
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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Serving Wake Forest, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"New cabinets, one with glass inserts, quartz countertops and ceramic backsplash were all high quality materials and installation. In addition, Reynaldo installed sink, cabinets and countertops in both my bathrooms. Moldings to make for an excellent and finished job! Really pleased with the outcome and trustworthiness of Reynaldo!"
Karen kitchen
Luxury laundry
kitchen renovation
Luxury Kitchen
Coffe Area

+93

Response time3 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by43%of homeowners
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Timeless Construction
5.0(
12
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Serving Wake Forest, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Timeless Construction handled a small project with extreme professionalism. Done quickly, very high quality repair. I will happily work with them again when I have other projects."
Front porch lake house
Front porch lake house
Small railing job
Small railing job
Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Dean Agency LLC
4.3(
77
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Serving Wake Forest, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. John Dean came quickly to give us a fair estimate, including the purchase and deliver for the needs. Within a week, he completed with the high quality work: repairing the deck and left a new face of our deck. We had fantastic experience with John and his team. They communicated clearly throughout the project, and delivered high-quality craftsmanship. Will definitely hire them for future projects! Thanks!"
Front Porch Rebuld
Front Porch Rebuld
Front Porch Rebuld
Front Porch Rebuld
Front Porch Rebuld

+22

Response time4 days
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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INDEPENDENT CARPENTERS ASSOCIATION LLC
5.0(
9
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Serving Wake Forest, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Irek and Jeffrey from Independent Carpenters Association did outstanding work on a repair for our house. They bring a great deal of knowledge and pride in their craft and are worth every penny they charge. Our water damaged ceiling looked better than it did originally when they left. There work is great and I felt comfortable having them around my home. I happily recommend them."
Custom cabinet doors
Custom cabinet doors
Custom cabinet doors
Custom cabinet doors
Custom cabinet doors

+36

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Woodworking questions, answered by experts

No, beams are the primary load-bearers for flooring or roofing systems, and they distribute the weight of the structure to your foundational supports, while joists bear far less weight and distribute their loads to the beams. Beams are usually thicker and longer, and they have support posts or foundation walls beneath them for support.

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.

Before hiring a carpenter, the most important thing is to make sure they are properly qualified and insured for the job. It’s more than reasonable to ask your prospective carpenter for customer references, as well as about their licensing and insurance. You should also consider choosing a carpenter that specializes in your specific project area to ensure high-quality results. 

Joists do distribute their load to beams, but they don’t sit on top of the beams. Instead, home builders nail or screw the joists directly to the beams such that the end of the joist butts up against the edge of the beam. Beams can sit on other beams for support, but you’ll never see a joist sitting on top of a beam or another joist.

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.

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