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

Serving Center Harbor, NH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I recently hired Devin to reside my house and replace the front door, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. From start to finish, Devin was professional, reliable, and easy to work with. He clearly takes pride in his work—the attention to detail was evident in every aspect of the project. When replacing the front door, Devin discovered rot beneath the old frame. He took the time to properly address and repair all the issues around the door before installing the new one, and did an excellent job making sure everything was solid and well-sealed. The final result looks great and feels very secure. The new siding also came out fantastic and really improved the look of my home. Devin was flexible throughout the project and accommodating with any changes, making the entire process smooth and stress-free. If you’re looking for a contractor who does quality work and genuinely cares about the finished product, I highly recommend Devin."
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Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bluebird Construction
4.8(
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install+2 more

Serving Center Harbor, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I cannot say enough wonderful things about this project. We went from a saggy porch that was close to collapsing on one end to the beauty of a wonderful, strong porch. They even replaced the back steps, which I was pleasantly surprised by."
 603-770-3677
Victorian Home
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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BLAKE'S CLEANCUT CARPENTRY
4.7(
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Center Harbor, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kevin was great, he was very responsive on a Saturday and came to hang a new door for me the next day. The installation was more complicated than I originally anticipated. The hinges, deadbolt and door knob did not align with the existing cut outs. Kevin did a great job making the door look like it was pre-hung on the existing frame."
Bathroom
Bathroom
Bathroom
Remodel
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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603 Contracting LLC
5.0(
19
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Carpentry Framing - InstallArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For Business

Serving Center Harbor, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hired 603 Construction during Covid to build an addition on our home, and the result completely transformed how we live in the space, especially our kitchen, which has become the heart of our home and an incredible gathering place for family and friends. Like any major project (especially during Covid), there were challenges along the way, but Mike and team handled them and delivered a final product that has created lasting memories for my family and friends. Great group of guys that work hard to deliver! Highly recommend!!"
603 Contracting
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QS & L Builders
3.6(
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Center Harbor, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great job. Quade and his crew of 3 removed all vinyl skirting from my mobile home and replace it with pressured wood around most of the house as a frame and then installed pressure treated skirt around bottom of the house. Carolyn B. in Gilford, NH"
Roofs
Ribbed panel
Roofs
Roofs
Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Removing a load-bearing wall affects the structural integrity of your home, so you’ll need a permit before starting the work. Building codes vary by municipality, and obtaining a permit and having the work inspected after completion will ensure you’re in compliance with all applicable regulations.

There are a few easy ways to locate a wall stud without a stud finder. First, try knocking on the wall with your knuckles. Most parts of the wall will sound hollow, but when you tap over a stud, it will sound more solid. Alternatively, since studs are spaced 16 or 24 inches apart, you can measure those distances from a corner of the room, which will always have a stud.

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

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