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Avatar for DMM Siding, Roofing, Etc.
DMM Siding, Roofing, Etc.
5.0(
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCloset - BuildWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

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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+8

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Riemer Contracting, LLC
4.7(
62
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Carpentry Framing - RepairCarpentry Framing - Install

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
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by67%of homeowners
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JLC Building Company
5.0(
8
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

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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Closet - Build

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."
General Remodeling Project
General Remodeling Project
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Wolf Construction
4.3(
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Closet - BuildDeck or Porch - RepairExterior Shutters - Repair or Restore+5 more

Serving Bristol, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

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 rate88%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Stick frames, metal frames, or prefabricated concrete frames are included in framing a house, along with creating the framework and space for windows, doors, and entryways. Other aspects of developing a home—like drywall, insulation, windows, doors, and more—are not included in the cost to frame a house.

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.

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.

Installing an ornamental or decorative porch column takes around three to five hours. Structural columns take longer because your pro has to install a jack to hold up the roof while switching the column out. If there's any structural damage, it can add several days to the timeline to repair the damage.

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.

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