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Avatar for JR Carpentry
JR Carpentry
4.5(
76
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+2 more

Serving Derry, NH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional and reliable, on time, clean and great work. JR Carpentry built a privacy fence for me and they did a great job in timely fashion. I would definitely recommend them for all carpentry projects!"
Our work
Our work
Remodel
Remodel
Remodel

+250

Response time12 hrs
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by69%of homeowners
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Shoreline Woodcraft, LLC
5.0(
11
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install+1 more

Serving Derry, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Conlan and his crew did a great job! He was onboard and helpful with changes I wanted to make during the building process. He was very professional and work was completed in a timely manner…they even worked in the rain. They cleaned up every bit of debris from the job and left me with a beautiful new deck ready to use. Good quality work is hard to come by these days at an affordable price, but there was no price gouging from his company. I highly recommend Shoreline and would use them again!"
Before
Before
Transformation
Took it down to the studs
Tile floor and shiplap walls

+51

Response time2 days
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Adam's Quality Painting
4.8(
36
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Derry, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I’m very pleased with the way the paint job came out, and I wouldn’t hesitate to hire them again. The only thing I can suggest for improvement is related to communication. I did not get a response from a text I sent with a question, and I was unable to reach them by phone."
Painting - Exterior Project
All the cabinet doors are brought to our shop to be completely refinished in an environment where the paint can properly cure.
This 1940s home looks brand new, after a complete refinishing of the siding and trim, a flat finish for the siding, satin finish for the trim, and newly constructed trellises integrated into the corner boards.
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project

+153

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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BLAKE'S CLEANCUT CARPENTRY
4.7(
19
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Derry, NH and surrounding areas

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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
14 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 Derry, NH and surrounding areas

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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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Torin Soares Contracting
5.0(
13
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Deck or Porch - RepairExterior Shutters - Repair or RestoreGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair+1 more

Serving Derry, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Torin Soares to build a shed extension for my barn to house feed and tack. It was refreshing for a contractor to ask for what I was looking for, rather than informing me what they would build. He took the time to lay out a template for me to see in person before pouring a concrete foundation to make sure there would be enough space for all of my supplies. Very easy to work with and very engaging in order to accommodate my needs. I would Highly recommend!"
Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by25%of homeowners
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O'Regan Construction
4.5(
37
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Derry, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Free estimates

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"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"
Completed projects
Completed projects
Completed projects
Completed projects
Completed projects

+311

Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

Bump-out additions can extend anywhere from 2 to 15 feet from an existing room. The right size will depend on how you plan to use the new space. For a cantilever bump-out, which doesn't require additional foundation support, the limit is typically 24 inches (2 feet). If a footing and foundation are part of the project, a bump-out can be much larger, even encompassing a whole room. It's also important to remember that many residential properties have limits on the total house size relative to the lot size.

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.

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.

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