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MMP Construction Inc
4.6(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Bedford, 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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Recommended by89%of homeowners
Ayotte Home Improvements
4.5(
88
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Bedford, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had a similar experience to others who have reviewed Ayotte Home Improvements. I hired them for a complete kitchen and mudroom remodel. Bob and his sidekick are the two main characters and they have a group of very competent sub contractors that they bring in depending on your project requirements. From the initial meeting to completion, Bob was very easy to work with. He is fully engaged during the process, keeps you informed, keeps the project moving, and insists on high quality. In my opinion you can't go wrong with them."
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Response time5 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Torin Soares Contracting
5.0(
13
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Bedford, NH and surrounding areas

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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
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by25%of homeowners
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O'Regan Construction
4.5(
37
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Bedford, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Paul and Jay were a pleasure to work with. We added on a 10x14 addition (dining room) to the house. They were extremely flexible as the design location and final specifications changed several times. The price was very fair and allowed for 2-3 progress payments along the way. Jay's attention to detail in putting the hard wood floor down was amazing as he matched panel to panel from the connecting room. They brought in their contractors for HVAC and electrical ( pricey there ) but that helped us a lot! Highly recommended.. Thanks again Paul"
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Response time2 days
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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P Jordan Construction LLC
4.7(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Bedford, NH and surrounding areas

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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!"
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Built in fireplace
3 season addition
Remodeling - General Project
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project

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Recommended by85%of homeowners
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St. James Construction, LLC
5.0(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Bedford, NH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Customers say: True professional

"Corey and his team did an excellent job. We had some other work done by another contractor but Corey’s work on the deck really made a big difference and put an exclamation point on the remodeling work. He has great design ideas, is fairly priced and gets the work done on time."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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DCL Construction
5.0(
9
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Bedford, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Communication was awesome, showed up very timely and finished the job quickly! Excellent. We plan to use them for other projects soon! I'm so lucky! I didn't think there were people out there that had strong work ethics anymore!"
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Basement remodel and bath room added
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Response time6 hrs
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Recommended by66%of homeowners
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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.

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

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.

The cost to convert a carport into a garage averages about $22,000, ranging from about $15,000 and $55,000. Additional cost factors to consider include size, time of year, and how much of the carport you can reuse. Other cost factors include the kinds and amounts of materials used, such as:

  • Add insulation: $1 per square foot

  • Add drywall: $1–$3 per square foot

  • Add window: $450–$2,000 per window

  • Add outlets: $75–$500

  • Add garage door: $250–$11,200

  • Enclose framing: $5–$13 per square foot

  • Replace roofing: $1,000–$2,000

You can enclose an open carport, however, there are several things to consider before opting to do so. You'll want to check local building codes and permit requirements before proceeding to make sure it’s legal. While you can sometimes stick-frame a carport enclosure, pre-fab kits are also available. Remember that you'll likely need to meet concrete slab regulations and provide lighting inside the structure. Both of which could substantially drive up costs.

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