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DMM Siding, Roofing, Etc.
5.0(
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Serving Bristol, NH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Devon did an excellent job. He cares about doing the job right and is very knowledgeable. I was very impressed with the quality of his work and now have maintainence free fascia, barge boards and shadow boards. I plan to use him again for other projects and would highly recommend DMM Siding, Roofing, Etc."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Riemer Contracting, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Bristol, NH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1948

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I'm thrilled to provide a glowing review for our contractor who built our deck! From start to finish, their professionalism, attention to detail, and craftsmanship were exceptional. The team listened to our ideas, offered valuable suggestions, and delivered a stunning deck that exceeded our expectations. They completed the project on time and within budget, demonstrating reliability and integrity throughout. We're absolutely delighted with the quality of their workmanship and wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone looking for a top-notch contractor for their home improvement projects."
Bathroom
Composite with hog fence railing
Composite with hog fence railing
Composite with hog fence
Stairs with pvc

+24

Response time6 hrs
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by67%of homeowners
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JLC Building Company
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Serving Bristol, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I was so impressed with the professionalism of Jay at JLC Building. From our very first meeting to the completion of the project I felt informed every step of the way. They lived up to the commitments as it related to price, quality of work and completion date. I would hire them again for any home improvement project in the future."
Kitchen Renovation
Master Bathroom
Shower Tile Installation
Tile Surround
Bathroom Renovation

+2

Response time1 day
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Horsman Builders
4.3(
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Serving Bristol, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tim was fantastic. We live out of state and we felt so comfortable and confident that he and his staff could handle the whole house renovations. Tim went above and beyond his role of contractor. He understood the issues that we needed to get the house in shape and quickly to get it sold. We would not hesitate to hire him again."
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General Remodeling Project
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Response time7 hrs
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Tejada's Remodeling Inc
4.7(
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Serving Bristol, NH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

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Warranties offered

"Tejada's Remodeling did a wonderful job removing a sleeper sofa! Very prompt, prepared, courteous, knowledgeable, efficient, and reasonable! Highly recommend."
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
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Wolf Construction
4.3(
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Serving Bristol, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Alen was fabulous installing my air conditioner, and he even thought of a way to make the window more secure, since I'm on the ground floor of an apartment and he didn't want anyone to get in via the air conditioner in the window. He was perfect. I wish all the people I work with would be like Alen. I will definitly call him for future projects, and recommend Wolf Construction to my friends."
Response time2 days
Response rate92%
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

Building a barndominium means converting a barn into a house. Barndominiums are becoming popular as spacious and stylish alternatives to typical housing structures. Old barns that become houses traditionally consist of wooden construction. However, newer structures, such as pole barns, often contain metal exteriors and roofs. Converting a metal outbuilding into a house presents an excellent opportunity to create a barndominium from metal.

There are a variety of second-story deck privacy ideas depending on your budget and aesthetic. For starters, you might consider fencing or tall privacy railing that masks a good portion of the open deck. A pergola or an awning can provide additional cover and shade. Outdoor curtains are an easy way to add or remove privacy at your convenience, plus they’re a wallet-friendly way to decorate your deck.

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

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