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Avatar for MMP Construction Inc
MMP Construction Inc
4.6(
222
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Amherst, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was buying a new house, the home inspector had some questions about the attic joists and suggested I have a professional take a look at them. I needed it done quickly and I called three contractors. Matt from MMP was the only one that called me back the same day and agreed to come look at them the next day. He showed up on time, suggested a remedy and gave me an estimate. After buying the house I had him complete the work. It was done as promised in a very tight and dirty attic space, they cleaned up before leaving. I also chose Matt to replace my roof after getting three estimates. The crew did the complete job, chimney flashing, ice and water shield, small roof repair and venting channels in the attic. Clean up was great, no mess left in the yard. He was not the lowest estimate but all the work was done without any additional charges. I was very pleased with the results."
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Torin Soares Contracting
5.0(
13
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Amherst, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Torin is an incredibly professional contractor. He built custom shelving for my living room, as well as a custom bench. Both came out better than I could have imagined. He asked great questions and really was able to make my vision come to life. I was impressed by his efficiency in finishing these projects while still giving the attention to detail that really wowed me. He will be my go-to for all future contracting needs. He is very reasonably priced, works efficiently and doesnt take forever to finish a job, and does exceptional work."
Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by25%of homeowners
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O'Regan Construction
4.4(
31
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Amherst, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Can't speak highly enough of Paul and Jay and the job they did for us. It started out as just adding windows to the screened in porch and some insulation and walls in the space underneath to adding a roof over the small sun room on the side of the house to stop the waterfall coming through! Paul was very quick to respond to messages and no changes ever phased him. A complete pro from start to finish. The people he recommended for the electrical were top-notch as well. We have just moved back to the States from overseas and have never lived in this area so he became our go to guy with questions on services in the area and he never led us astray! We have more projects that we will be doing in the future and he will be the one to do them."
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Response time2 days
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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P Jordan Construction LLC
4.7(
14
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Amherst, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had P Jordan Construction do some finishing up projects around my house for mortgage inspection! They were clean, reliable, and efficient! Parker is an exceptional person and an even better contractor!"
Rot repair
Built in fireplace
3 season addition
Remodeling - General Project
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project

+33

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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St. James Construction, LLC
5.0(
5
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Amherst, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Customers say: True professional

"St. James construction is fantastic. Corey is knowledgeable, fair, and very straight forward. The work was done incredibly well, at a very good pace, and he always put all of my options on the table so that my wife and I could choose what was the best way for us to move forward. I highly recommend these guys for what ever your needs are!"
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O'Sullivan Construction and Property Management
4.3(
12
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Amherst, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very happy with the work they did. They showed up when they said they would. Finished the job ahead of schedule. Cleaned up after themselves each day. I will hire them to do projects around my home. No need to search for another contractor"
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Response time2 days
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can find ceiling joists using simple tools if a stud finder isn't available.

Using a hammer requires patience and a keen ear. Gently tap the ceiling in a grid pattern, listening for sound changes. A hollow sound indicates space between joists, while a solid, dull thud suggests a joist. Mark the location with a pencil and confirm by tapping from different angles.

Alternatively, you can use a nail, but this method will leave small holes. You'll feel increased resistance when the nail hits a joist. Mark the spot and repeat the process every 16 or 24 inches to map the joist locations. This method is considered less reliable than using a stud finder.

Building involves setting foundation posts, framing with durable wood, adding roofing support, and protecting from elements with water-resistant finishes.

Homeowners can increase the usefulness of their garage space in other ways, and one option is to extend the length of the garage by making it deeper. The process is similar to traditional garage extensions, but the end product is a garage with a different layout rather than additional parking spaces. 

There are both temporary and permanent ways to enclose a carport. If you’re looking to enclose your carport for the winter, a canvas enclosure could do the trick. It won’t be as protective as a permanent structure, but it can offer some protection from elements like snow, rain, and wind. For a permanent enclosure, you can add extra walls, add a new vertical roof, or a lean-to addition on one side of the structure.

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.

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