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BLAKE'S CLEANCUT CARPENTRY
4.9(
17
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Serving Durham, 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
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Magic Frog Carpentry & Woodworks
5.0(
11
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Serving Durham, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Adam, the owner of Magic Frog Carpentry & Woodworks is great to work with. He is responsive via text and phone conversations. He has a lot of skilled people he works with and does a lot of the work as well. When any hiccup comes up he is quick to get it resolved. This past fall I hired him to do a partial remodel of my kitchen (new countertop, new backsplash, new flooring and painting. I was happy with the work and decided to hire Adam again for a tub to shower conversion. I am really happy with the results of both projects. I plan on reaching out to Adam for the next home project."
High Ceilings. Inside 45 degree angles done with NO-Coat 450
Tall Foyer. Wrapped beam. Unfinished at post.
Outside corners with bead. Outside 45 degree angles with No-Coat 450.
Deep Skylights with drywall returns.
Before

+11

Response time2 days
Response rate91%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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603 Contracting LLC
5.0(
19
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Serving Durham, 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
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Boyd Building
5.0(
17
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Serving Durham, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Shawn/Boyd Building to complete an addition that included a new half bath and expansion of existing bathroom. Shawn displayed incredible craftsmanship while satisfying our creative ideas - including relatively complicated carpentry and unique designs. I would (and have) recommend Boyd Building to anyone looking for work done on their home."
Stone veneer
Stone veneer
Stone veneer
Stone veneer
Stone veneer

+80

Response time2 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Kelleher General Contracting
4.8(
47
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Serving Durham, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kelleher contracting did an excellent job repairing my deck. They showed up on time and finished the work in one day. I would highly recommend them and I would use them for any remodeling projects."
Response time1 day
Response rate91%
81 neighbors recently requested a quote
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P Jordan Construction LLC
4.7(
14
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Serving Durham, NH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very efficient and detail oriented! I had a vision of how I wanted the design to look and Parker was able to bring the idea to life. I highly recommend P Jordan Construction and will be using them again in the future."
Rot repair
Built in fireplace
3 season addition
Remodeling - General Project
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project

+33

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
B.G. Construction
4.2(
29
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Serving Durham, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"My wife and I chose BG Construction to stain the exterior of our cabin and also the interior of our covered deck, to include railings and all landscaping ties. We knew there would be extensive scraping and caulking and we also feared there would be unforeseen problems that would require carpentry and other construction. WE received a complete walk around and possible problems were pointed out to us. An accurate estimate was given, barring of course, unforeseen work. Bill Gray and his associates, Bobbie and Frank, were nothing short of fantastic! They are courteous, extremely friendly, and about the hardest workers we have seen in a long time. They became part of our family during their time here. If you are looking for a full service outfit that are capable of not only painting but fixing things too, you can't do better. Bill and his crew are craftsmen. Choosing BG Construction was one of the best investments we have made concerning our home. Eric/Patt"
Response time1 day
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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True North Contracting
4.4(
96
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Serving Durham, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Very easy to work with. Gave me a quote for job in a timely manner Showed up and finished job on the day it was scheduled. Very timely and professional would Definately do business with again!"
Roof
Kitchen Reno
Finish
Ready for Grout
 Finished

+66

Response time4 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Most Cape Cod houses are two stories tall at the peak, although they’re considered one-and-a-half stories tall because the steep roof pitch cuts off a portion of the living space on the second story. Unless you raise the roof on your Cape Cod house to add a dormer, the interior rooms upstairs will lose some usable living space to the sloped ceilings.

A few signs that you need a new door frame include:

  • The door no longer fits properly in its frame and sticks or scrapes.

  • You notice cracks, holes, or rotting.

  • You feel a draft coming from around the door when it’s closed.

  • You find yourself frequently needing to make repairs.

Building involves setting foundation posts, framing with durable wood, adding roofing support, and protecting from elements with water-resistant finishes.

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.

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.

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