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JLC Building Company
5.0(
8
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Albany, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"JLC Building Co. was very professional and kept me updated all through the old deck removal and new deck install of trex. They also replaced my old wood cellar windows with quality vinyl replacements (4)."
Kitchen Renovation
Master Bathroom
Shower Tile Installation
Tile Surround
Bathroom Renovation

+2

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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C.A.D. BUILDERS
5.0(
5
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Carpentry Framing - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Albany, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mike Dickinson was our handyman at our lake house for years. We have since sold, but would recommend Mike. He is knowledgeable in all areas of home maintenance. He also is an excellent carpenter. He built a beautiful deck for us and did several repairs due to storm damage He is reliable, trustworthy, efficient, respectable and there when you need him! And, very reasonable when pricing jobs. We highly recommend Mike!"
C.A.D. Builders
C.A.D. Builders
C.A.D. Builders
C.A.D. Builders
Response time2 days
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Horsman Builders
4.3(
23
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Closet - Build

Serving Albany, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tim and his team were fantastic. We planned for a significant renovation including several structural elements, carpentry, electrical, and siding and Horsman Builders delivered. Tim was a reliable communicator and addressed our questions in a timely manner. We replaced an entire roof, added walls, doorways, re-did a deck and covered porch, replaced doors, replaced siding, and added new outlets- to name a few. We felt like we could really trust Tim and plan to work with him again in the future."
General Remodeling Project
General Remodeling Project
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+4

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ASK Home Improvements, LLC
4.6(
28
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Closet - Build

Serving Albany, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kirk Roberts did an outstanding job finishing my porch with new windows and walls. He also completed gables on the roof over my front porch and garage entry. His work was superb, completed in a timely manner for a very fair price. I would highly recommend him for any home project."
Basement1
Basement2
Basement4
Basement Framed
Basement Sheetrocked

+12

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Eagle Eye Builders
4.8(
9
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Deck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair+2 more

Serving Albany, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dan has completed multiple projects ranging from roof repairs, painting large condo association buildings, pool repairs, railings, tree removal, and plumbing. His knowledge is broad with both interior and exterior needs. In short, Dan is reliable, knowledgeable, and reasonable in pricing; a stellar individual who has always come through for our condominium association needs."
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New kitchen, cabinets, flooring, tile, trim.
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4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
JW Carpentry & Home Improvements
5.0(
1
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install+1 more

Serving Albany, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

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

Coffe First Carpentry
New to Angi
Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Albany, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Hello,\n\nMy name is Adam. \n\nI just started my own LLC doing carpentry. I’ve done carpentry throughout my life, and professionally for three years. I have also worked as a fireman, and rock climbing guide, a painter, and a cobbler. I enjoy using really big saws (of all kinds, chainsaws included) and working with big pieces of timber. I love making my work clean and precise. I also enjoy making big oil paintings and stretching my own canvases. Angi asked me to write a little about myself. How’s that?

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DRS Builders LLC
New to Angi
Deck or Porch - RepairExterior Shutters - Repair or RestoreGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Albany, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

I have been an active professional in carpentry/construction for 5 years. I take pride in completing high quality work in a timely manner. I am always grateful for all business earned and make sure to take care of the clients property as if its my own and so I am diligent in keeping the work area clean and leaving it clean. The work I can accomplish for you includes framing, interior & exterior trim, decks, window and door installation, flooring and custom wood work. Thanks for your time thus far and look forward to working with you!

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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.

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

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. 

Framing with metal studs can be significantly faster than using wooden studs, provided you have some experience working with the material. While you can use virtually instant pneumatic nailers with wood, metal requires installing screws. However, because metal is lighter, straighter, usually comes cut-to-length, and doesn't require sorting for the best pieces, you can save significant time using metal instead of wood.

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

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